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Unveiling Rare Snaps: Dire Straits Original Members Captured on Film Circa 1979

Journey Back to 1979 with Unearthed Photos of the Legendary Band's Early Performances
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Journey Back to 1979 with Unearthed Photos of the Legendary Band’s Early Performances The magic of rock and roll often lies in the moments captured on film, freezing ...
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Watch Now: The Dire Straits Lester Bookbinder Trilogy in Glorious 4K

From left to right: John Illsley, Pick Withers, and Mark Knopfler.
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Dire Straits, a name that resonates with timeless rock music, has left an indelible mark on the music industry. Their music transcends generations, captivating hearts with its melodic ...
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Legendary Singer Tina Turner Dies at 83

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Tina Turner died at the age of 83, her spokesperson confirmed. Tina Turner’s real name is Anna Mae Bullock. She was and remains known for her incredible voice ...
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Unveiling the Mystery: 22 Unreleased Dire Straits Tracks and Recordings – Fact or Fiction?

Unveiling the Mystery 22 Unreleased Dire Straits Tracks and Recordings – Fact or Fiction
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Dire Straits, the iconic rock band led by the legendary Mark Knopfler, has captivated audiences for decades with its unique sound and timeless hits. Recently, a comment made ...
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The Ex-Drummer of Dire Straits – Pick Withers Has Announced Two Shows in the UK

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The former drummer and one of the founders of the band Dire Straits, during the next month (July 2022), wants to invite all the fans and readers of ...
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Communiqué – Communiqué (The Song) – Lyrics

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Communiqué (1979)
“Communique” is the fourth track song from the first side of the second studio album by Dire Straits with the same name as the song. The duration of ...
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Retro Article: From the Archives, 1981 The Sultans of Sulk

Dire Straits during their press conference at the Sebel Town House in Kings Cross, Sydney on April 6, 1981. Photo Credit: Peter Morris
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The following article is first published in The Sydney Morning Herald on April 7, 1981. Using the web internet, our team has found this article. Dire Straits Blog ...
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Communiqué – Where Do You Think You’re Going? – Lyrics

Communiqué – Where Do You Think You’re Going? – Lyrics
Communiqué (1979)
The third song of the second album Communiqué by Dire Straits is the song “Where Do You Think You’re Going?.” This song was released as a single together ...
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Retro Article: A Flashback to 1979 – Successful Straits

Retro Article: A Flashback to 1979 – Successful Straits
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This is one retro article about Dire Straits and their beginnings. The article is written by Angie Errigo and is published in Observer Magazine on June 10, 1979. ...
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Communiqué – News – Lyrics

Communiqué – News – Lyrics
Communiqué (1979)
The second song on this amazing studio album by Dire Straits is the song called “News.” The subject of this Mark Knopfler composition is by no means obvious. ...
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