Shred Version of Dire Straits Classic “Sultans of Swing” by Sophie Lloyd

Sophie Lloyd, born on October 22, 1995, is a groundbreaking guitarist who has redefined the concept of a “bedroom” musician. A gifted composer and accomplished musician, Sophie embarked on her musical journey early and has since forged an impressive career.

In 2018, she graduated with First Class Honors in Popular Music Performance from the esteemed BIMM, showcasing her dedication and talent honed since her youth. Subsequently, she harnessed the power of the internet to become one of the most prolific guitarists online. Sophie has amassed over 2.5 million devoted followers across her social media platforms.

Sophie is now widely known, amassing almost one million subscribers on her YouTube channel. She frequently covers various songs and shares original pieces. However, on October 2, 2023, she surprised her fans by releasing a shred version of the legendary classic hit song “Sultans of Swing” by Dire Straits.

The video has garnered more than 523,000 views and around 1,500 comments on YouTube. It is a full cover of Dire Straits’ hit song, with a duration of 5 minutes and 30 seconds. Sophie is primarily known for her metal-oriented style, often featuring her signature Kiesel guitars.

Nevertheless, she gave this classic rock song a somewhat metal-inspired twist, turning Mark Knopfler’s legendary solo into a high-gain shred fest in some parts.

“I hope you enjoy my shred version of ‘Sultans of Swing’ by Dire Straits. I decided to mix this one up a bit while still paying tribute to the original. The solos are rocking with distortion,” she wrote.