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Dire Straits on French TV in 1978 – Mark Knopfler Explains His Unique Guitar Style

August 8, 2026

Dire Straits and Mark Knopfler during a 1978 interview on the French TV show Chorus

In October 1978, Dire Straits were still at the beginning of their remarkable journey. Their debut album had only recently introduced the band to the world, while “Sultans ...

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Dire Straits on French TV in 1978 – Mark Knopfler Explains His Unique Guitar Style

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