Dire Straits

That is, how to build a style that will remain unique in rock blues à la Mark Knopfler, without selling out to commercialism, while maintaining an almost constant yet inimitable and distinctive line. Their beginnings trace back to Mr. JJ Cale and the group spirit that can be heard all the way to Communiquè. After the departure of David Knopfler (during Making Movies), they increasingly became Mark's band, which perhaps coincided with their extraordinary success. Notable mentions include Sultans, Telegraph Road, Tunnel, R&J, Planet.