40 Years Ago: Dire Straits Ramps Up on ‘Love Over Gold’40 Years Ago: Dire Straits Ramps Up on ‘Love Over Gold’Three years later, the multiplatinum 'Brothers in Arms' would turn them into superstars.Gary GraffGary Graff
John Illsley Says Dire Straits’ 2018 Rock Hall Induction Was OddJohn Illsley Says Dire Straits’ 2018 Rock Hall Induction Was Odd"It became sort of a political football. I didn’t really want to kick it around too much."Matt WardlawMatt Wardlaw
Win a Dire Straits Vinyl Box SetWin a Dire Straits Vinyl Box SetAll six of the band's albums have been combined into an eight-LP collection. Dave LiftonDave Lifton
How ZZ Top and MTV Inspired Dire Straits’ ‘Money for Nothing’How ZZ Top and MTV Inspired Dire Straits’ ‘Money for Nothing’Determined to get his band heavy exposure, Mark Knopfler borrowed ideas from one of the network's biggest acts. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
Mark Knopfler Remembers the Real Sultans of SwingMark Knopfler Remembers the Real Sultans of SwingDire Straits frontman says only “three or four” people saw London pub show despite “fictitious” claims.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
When Mark Knopfler and Sting Connected for ‘Money for Nothing’When Mark Knopfler and Sting Connected for ‘Money for Nothing’Dire Straits frontman recalls perfect match for Police counterpart’s voice - and doesn’t regret having to share writing credits.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
How Dire Straits’ ‘Walk of Life’ Was Influenced by Photo and AccordionHow Dire Straits’ ‘Walk of Life’ Was Influenced by Photo and AccordionMark Knopfler recalls inspirations behind classic track from 'Brothers in Arms.'Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Mark Knopfler Announces New Album, ‘Down the Road Wherever’Mark Knopfler Announces New Album, ‘Down the Road Wherever’Dire Straits leader’s ninth solo LP arrives in November.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Dire Straits Legacy Announce First-Ever U.S. TourDire Straits Legacy Announce First-Ever U.S. TourTrevor Horn and Steve Ferrone in lineup that also features Alan Clark, Danny Cummings, Mel Collins and Phil Palmer.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Dire Straits Inducted Into the Rock and Roll Hall of FameDire Straits Inducted Into the Rock and Roll Hall of FameWith a minimalist sound that sold a lot of records, Dire Straits, one of the most commercially successful rock bands of all time, joined an elite club tonight.Ultimate Classic Rock StaffUltimate Classic Rock Staff