The story of Mark Knopfler’s music does not begin with Dire Straits. Before the band became one of the biggest names in rock, Knopfler ...
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Few acoustic guitars have played such an important role in the history of popular music as Gibson flat-top guitars. For an entire century, ...
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Some photographs capture a moment in music history before anyone realizes how important that moment will become. For Dire Straits fans, a series ...
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Not sure what to watch tonight? Looking for a series that combines great music, strong characters, romance, drama, and the atmosphere of 1970s ...
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The early history of Dire Straits is filled with important milestones. Before Brothers in Arms transformed the band into a global phenomenon, Mark ...
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For Joe Bonamassa, a great vintage guitar is never just an expensive instrument. Every old Gibson Les Paul has a history. Some have survived ...
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August 12, 2026, marks a very special day for music fans around the world. Mark Knopfler celebrates his 77th birthday, and generations of ...
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The history of the electric guitar is filled with legendary players, iconic instruments, and innovative builders. Wayne Charvel was one of the people ...
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What if a guitar could be made almost entirely from metal? For artist and YouTube creator Burls Art, that question became the starting ...
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Mark Knopfler recently shared a fascinating photograph from one of the most remarkable recording sessions of his career. The image captures Mark Knopfler ...
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Music can change when we hear it from a different perspective! For Guy Fletcher, longtime Dire Straits keyboard player, musician, producer, and engineer, ...
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Some musicians perform on the world’s biggest stages. Others create unforgettable musical moments in the middle of a busy street. Joe Moraya is one ...
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In October 1978, Dire Straits were still at the beginning of their remarkable journey. Their debut album had only recently introduced the band ...
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