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One Deep River, the brand new studio album from Mark Knopfler is out now.
'...gorgeous songs, sung in a voice that sounds like it's lived a life that's full...’ -
@ClassicRockMag
Get your copy here:
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'The world is saddened to hear of the passing of our beloved Tina Turner. She was a live force, a human dynamo. (1/4)
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Sending best wishes to Mark today on his 74th birthday.
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'Love and hope and Happy Christmas and New Year wishes to everyone in these challenging times, wherever you are.' - MK
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Join us in sending our best wishes to Mark who is celebrating his birthday today.
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Tina said she wanted to be remembered as the Queen of Rock ’n' Roll, and that is precisely what she became.' - MK (4/4)
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'I remember at 16 sitting up all night trying to play the guitar, driving my poor parents nuts. They were begging me to go to bed, to stop banging my foot on the floor.' - MK
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On this day in 1977, Dire Straits had their first gig as a band at a punk festival in Deptford.
At the time they played under the name of Mark's old band, The Café Racers, but given that they were broke, a friend suggested the name Dire Straits and the rest is history!
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Tina showed no sign of bitterness about a tough childhood, then a violent marriage and hard times following her divorce from Ike Turner. Instead she put her superhuman energy into her unique interpretations of songs, and eventually her records sold by the million. (2/4)
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'It’s a sad farewell to old friend in song Brendan Croker who has succumbed to leukaemia. You’ll probably read more about Brendan in obituaries soon. He was a true artist in every way, appeared eccentric to many but was positive, brave and generous to a fault. (1/3)
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Meanwhile, a musical about her life plays in theatres everywhere.
She was an inspiration for women of all ages and social classes and was worshipped by major entertainers such as Beyonce and Rihanna. (3/4)
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'Sending love and hope, happy Christmas and New Year wishes to everyone around the world in these challenging times.' - MK
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In September 1997 Mark took part in George Martin's 'Music For Montserrat' benefit concert at London's Royal Albert Hall, where he was joined by the likes of
@EricClapton
, Phil Collins (
@PhilCollinsFeed
) and
@OfficialSting
for a special performance of 'Money For Nothing'.
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One Deep River, the tenth solo studio album from Mark Knopfler, will be released globally on 12th April 2024.
Pre-order the physical album or digital download - and listen to the first track released from the record 'Ahead Of The Game' streaming now:
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As Remembrance Day approaches, the
@CWGC
is asking: what does Remembrance mean to you?
Upload your images to their online Remembrance gallery:
#RemembranceIs
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Mark visited
@NUFC
yesterday as an extended preview of the new recording of 'Going Home (Theme From Local Hero)' was unveiled, in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust and Teen Cancer America. Pre-order the full track, out March 15th:
#MarkKnopflersGuitarHeroes
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Please join us in wishing Mark a very Happy Birthday. He will be spending it with his friends and family before heading to the US to begin the North American leg of the 'Down The Road Wherever' tour.
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Today we wish Mark a very happy birthday.
He is taking a break with family before heading back into British Grove Studios to continue recording his next album.
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'Down The Road Wherever'. The new album from Mark Knopfler. Available November 16th. Pre-order now, and get the new single 'Good On You Son' today:
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Mark and Brian Johnson visited the Spanish City in Whitley Bay for an episode of 'A Life On The Road', focusing on Mark's musical inspirations and memories of the North East of England. Catch the full video and others from the series, on YouTube:
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Thanks to all who entered the
@StreetsofL
prize draw to win a
@gibsonguitar
Les Paul Classic guitar signed by Mark, which is on its way to the lucky winner in Switzerland. Donate any time and support the work being done to tackle homelessness in London:
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'A sad farewell to our old friend Jack Sonni, whom I met when he was working at Rudy’s Music Stop on 48th St.
Jack was a genuine guitar enthusiast who loved to play, jam, and talk guitars and amps all day. (1/2)
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An amazing photograph taken by a fan in the exact spot the 'Down The Road Wherever' cover was shot - on Highway 121, Dixie Valley, Nevada.
Photo credit: u/katlian (reddit)
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Watch and learn to play the unmistakable opening riff of ‘Money For Nothing’, with guitar player and teacher,
@pavelfomenkov
. For more Dire Straits and Mark Knopfler guitar tutorial videos, visit Pavel’s YouTube channel:
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Mark performing live with Dire Straits in Belgrade, 1985.
Photo by Dragan Kudjerski
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Happy Birthday Mark Knopfler.
To celebrate, head to YouTube to watch a previously unreleased video of Mark performing 'Rüdiger' from his 1996 debut solo album 'Golden Heart' on the German TV programme 'Geld oder Liebe'.
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In 1983, the live ‘Alchemy’ double album was recorded at the Hammersmith Odeon, London.
Who still has a copy of this live album?
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Released 33 years ago, Dire Straits 'Brothers In Arms', which became a global No.1, a double Grammy-winner!
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On this day in the US, Dire Straits’ ‘Brothers In Arms’ started a nine-week run at No.1!
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Dire Straits Nominated For Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame 2018
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In memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, 1926–2022. - MK
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'I have a style which is probably all wrong. It would be a guitar teacher's nightmare. I hold a guitar like a plumber holds a hammer.' - MK
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30 years ago today, Dire Straits' 'Money For Nothing' was the first video to be shown at the launch of MTV Europe!
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On this day in 1977, Dire Straits had their first ever gig as a band at a punk festival in Deptford. At the time they went by the name Café Racers, and the electricity for the festival was provided via a power lead into their flat.
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'Ahead Of The Game' is the first song available to listen to now from Mark's forthcoming album, One Deep River. Out April 12th.
Stream or download the track here:
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In case you missed it - last weekend Mark performed a moving tribute to the late Formula One racing driver, Sir Stirling Moss, at
@GoodwoodRRC
SpeedWeek.
Watch the full performance of 'Going Home: Theme Of The Local Hero' on Mark's YouTube:
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Mark Knopfler's Guitar Heroes present: 'Going Home (Theme From Local Hero)', a new recording produced in aid of
@TeenageCancer
and
@TeenCancerUSA
. Featuring over 60 superstar musicians. Out March 15th. Pre-order here:
#markknopflersguitarheroes
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Happy Birthday Mark Knopfler! Celebrating one of the greatest guitar players of this era & his musical journey
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'Dire Straits – Live 1978-1992' is out November 3rd (UK/ROW). US date soon to be announced.
Featuring remastered, extended, and unreleased recordings from some of their most coveted live albums and performances, on 12LP and 8CD formats.
Pre-order now:
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In case you missed the news: One Deep River, the new album from Mark Knopfler lands 12th April 2024.
Pre-order your copy or to listen to the first song released from the record, 'Ahead Of The Game', here:
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In 1985 Dire Straits released not one but two classics... ‘So Far Away’ and ‘Walk of Life’
Tell us which one is your favourite today?
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'A Night In London' was originally recorded in April 1996, and saw Mark perform songs from his first solo album Golden Heart as well as Dire Straits' songs and classic film themes, including 'Going Home' from Local Hero. Watch:
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More than 30 years ago today, Dire Straits walked across the car park from Wembley Stadium to Wembley Arena, to play at Live Aid and then again that night at the Arena.
Who was in the crowd and who was watching along at home?
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Mark is joining
@GibsonGuitarUK
and a host of other artists in standing together with the people of Ukraine.
A limited run of Ukrainian-inspired Les Paul Custom guitars will be auctioned along with a Gibson Gives book of support, which Mark has signed.
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A classic from 1979. Dire Straits perform 'Down To The Waterline' live in Cologne, Germany 🎸
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Watch footage of
@bobdylan
recording 'License To Kill' in 1983 with Mark; alongside former Rolling Stones guitarist Mick Taylor, bassist Robbie Shakespeare, and drummer Sly Dunbar.
Catch the full video on Bob Dylan’s YouTube channel:
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In 2000, Mark joined Michael Parkinson for a chat on his BBC show, where he explained how 'Money For Nothing' came to be.
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Mark performing with Dire Straits in Chicago in August 1985.
Photo by Paul Natkin
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Mark photographed in New York City on September 13, 1979.
Photo by Ebet Roberts
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"Mellow and masterful" - Uncut.
'Down The Road Wherever', the new album from Mark Knopfler, is out now. What's your favourite track so far?
Stream now on Spotify & Apple Music, or buy your copy at
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And in the roar of dust and diesel
I stood and watched her walk away
I could have caught up with her easy enough
But something must have made me stay
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Happy New Year from Mark and the team! “It was great to see so many of you on the Down The Road Wherever tour. We had the best time ever out there. Wishing everyone happy holidays and a peaceful new year. Love, MK”
#MarkKnopfler
#DownTheRoadWherever
#HappyNewYear
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'Brothers In Arms', live from Berlin, September 2007. What's your favourite Mark Knopfler live performance?
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Mark performing 'Romeo And Juliet' live for
@BBCRadio2
's Piano Room with Ken Bruce, originally broadcast on 29th October 2018. Watch the full performance on YouTube:
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On the 11th June 1988 Dire Straits and
@EricClapton
took to the stage at London's Wembley Stadium to play 'Sultans Of Swing'. The performance was part of an 11 hour day-long Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute.
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Watch back Mark's 2007 live concert in Berlin on his official 'Live In Berlin' YouTube playlist; including performances of 'Brothers In Arms', 'Postcards From Paraguay' and more:
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'I still cross the street to look at a window of guitars. It's just that bit of your teen years that it reminds you of, and so you try to keep it alive.' - MK
Pre-order Mark's forthcoming album, One Deep River:
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Tonight at 8pm BST / 12pm PT
@John_Illsley
is joining
@Tim_Burgess
for a
@LlSTENlNG_PARTY
of Dire Straits' classic album 'Brothers In Arms'. Join them by listening along and tweeting with
#TimsTwitterListeningParty
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'I love Local Hero and my vinyl copy of the soundtrack was played to death until it was nothing more than a spiral scratch.'
British film critic,
@KermodeMovie
, talks about his favourite film soundtracks of all time.
Read here on
@FarOutMag
:
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Watch: A special video for Mark's new track, 'Ahead Of The Game', is now available on the official Mark Knopfler YouTube channel. The new album, One Deep River, out 12th April 2024:
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On this day in 1979, Dire Straits' entered the US Charts with their self-titled studio debut, & never looked back...
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6pm on 13 July 1985, Dire Straits took to the Live Aid stage playing ‘Money For Nothing’ with Sting on vocals, finishing with ‘Sultans of Swing’ – and never sounded better...
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'I didn't respect the talent I had, now I try to visit it more ... You don't write songs unless you sit down and get behind the plough, I think people forget that. And I try very hard to stick to that philosophy, to stay behind the plough' - MK
#MarkKnopfler
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'I like the idea of change – I don’t want to stay static. I like the way I play in my heart and I wouldn’t want to be anyone else, but I’m conscious that there’s a whole world of playing out there that I don’t do – it’s bottomless, really.' - MK
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What a special way to end the tour at
@thegarden
last night with
@TheBonnieRaitt
! Congratulations to Mark, band and crew on an incredibly successful run; and of course a huge thanks to the fans who came out each night and made every show memorable.
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On this day in 1981: 'Romeo And Juliet' was released as a single. Recorded at the Power Station studio in New York City with producer Jimmy Iovine, the song was the stand-out track from the album Making Movies. Watch the full video here:
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A toast to the pub gardens reopening in the UK from today. Stay safe out there and enjoy.
Photo credit: Fabio Lovino
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“My enjoyment of making records has increased with age. I love to write. The feeling of being inspired, for want of a better word, is one of the best feelings you can have.” Mark Knopfler | Photo © Henrik Hansen
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'Today I am so sad to learn of the loss of John Prine. His songs, full of humour, honesty and humanity, will endure in our affection always.' - MK
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Mark performing the classic Dire Straits hit 'Brothers In Arms' at the AVO Session in Basel, Switzerland in November 2007.
Watch the full video here:
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The new recording of 'Going Home (Theme From Local Hero)', in aid of
@TeenageCancer
and
@TeenCancerUSA
, is out now. Thank you to all who contributed to the track, and to everyone supporting the project. Download the single here:
#MarkKnopflersGuitarHeroes
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Which tracks are you enjoying from Mark's new album, One Deep River?
Available now to stream, download and purchase:
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Mark photographed during Dire Straits' rehearsals for AVRO's Platengala at Ahoy in Rotterdam, Netherlands on October 12th 1983.
Photo by Rob Verhorst
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Mark with his National 'O', which can be heard on many of his recordings. What is your favourite track featuring this iconic guitar?
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'It makes me a little wary when people start saying, ‘This is a work of genius,’ or ‘This is a masterpiece.’ That’s a kind of labelling too...I’m just as happy doing a Phil Everly session, or playing ‘Move It,’ or ‘Sweet Little Rock and Roller.' ' - MK, Rolling Stone, 1983
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'I'm still just trying to do the same thing, which is to write a good song, if I can. Then you try to make a good record of it. And that's it, really.'
Photos taken at British Grove Studios, whilst Mark was recording his latest studio album 'Down The Road Wherever'.
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Watch: Relive Mark and Emmylou Harris' performance of 'Why Worry' from Gibson Amphitheatre in Los Angeles, filmed during their 2006 All The Roadrunning tour:
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Mark photographed performing live with Dire Straits at the Oakland Coliseum in California, on February 2nd 1992.
Photo by Tim Mosenfelder
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Portrait artist, Colin Davidson, with his original painting of Mark, created in 2012. A limited number of giclée prints are available via Mark's online store.
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Hear a little more of the new recording of 'Going Home (Theme From Local Hero)', in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust and Teen Cancer America, as premiered today at Newcastle United FC. Out March 15th. Pre-order the track here:
#MarkKnopflersGuitarHeroes
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Mark visiting the
@countrymusichof
in Nashville in 2019, standing next to the plaque of friend and collaborator, Chet Atkins.
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From the archives: shots from an 'On Every Street' album studio session in 1991, with Mark wearing a very familiar pair of boots...
Photos by Deborah Feingold
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With just a little over two weeks until the release of Mark's new album One Deep River, make sure to keep your eyes and ears peeled tomorrow, Wednesday 27th March, for more music from the record…
Pre-order here:
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Mark's new album One Deep River officially releases at midnight tonight wherever you are. Here's a taste of 'Scavengers Yard'.
Pre-order here:
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33 years ago yesterday, Mark & the Dire Straits entered the UK chart with the first song from what would become one of the great album phenomena of all time, ‘Brothers In Arms’
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Check out the new video for 'Good On You Son', the first single from Mark Knopfler's new album 'Down The Road Wherever' - out November 16th. Watch the full video at
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Mark recently presented
@samfendermusic
with this
@Atkin_Guitars
, painted by Ian Ward, as a new ambassador of
@tbhef
, while working on a project for
@TeenageCancer
and
@TeenCancerUSA
. Mark became an Ambassador for The Buddy Holly Foundation in 2019.
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The first appearance of Mark Knopfler on Late Night with David Letterman was in 1985 where Mark played 'Expresso Love' live with the house band.
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Mark and his band performing 'True Love Will Never Fade' on German TV in 2007. Watch the full performance on Mark's official YouTube channel:
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During an interview on Norwegian TV in 2002, the host played an audio recording of 'Chilly Wind', a song that Mark and his school pal Sue Hercombe performed together in 1966 during their time at high school.
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In 2018, Mark played a stripped back version of his Dire Straits classic 'Romeo And Juliet' on Ken Bruce's show in the
@BBCRadio2
Piano Room.
Watch the full video:
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Kicking off the tour in style! Barcelona was incredible, thank you to everyone who made it to the first show of the 2019 tour.
Tonight Mark will be performing in Valencia. Keep sharing and tagging photos on social media!
Photo Ⓒ Christian Bertrand & Jose de la Llave
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Mark performed the song 'Feel Like Going Home' with
@RealSirTomJones
on a TV special in 1996.
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