Scottish guitarist, singer-songwriter and composer; founder and leader of Dire Straits and later a solo artist and soundtrack composer.

Founded and led Dire Straits from 1977; extensive solo discography and numerous soundtrack credits; known for fingerpicking guitar style, narrative songwriting and blending of blues, country, folk and Celtic influences.

Reviewers praise Knopfler's fingerpicking, warm voice and storytelling. Solo work is seen as distinct from Dire Straits, blending blues, country, folk and Celtic influences. His soundtracks (Local Hero, Cal) are frequently highlighted. Live shows are well received and often nostalgic.

For:Fans of guitar-driven folk, blues and roots rock

 The vocal abilities of the fingerpicking master have remained unchanged with age, his beautiful deep voice is the same as always.

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 "As the years pass, I've realized that I want to feel free to be English, Scottish, or American as and when I think best. What really matters are the music and the songs, the rest is just bar talk." (Mark Knopfler - summer 2012).

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 The main theme of 'Local Hero' is perhaps the highest achievement reached by the cinematic Mark Knopfler.

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 Ladies and gentlemen, Sir Mark from Glasgow is back.

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