There’s a handful of guitar players who have really left a mark on music. Yes, there’s a lot of great players, but to really be distinct? That’s a whole different level of goodness. Which brings me to Mark Knopfler. Come on. This guy is something special. You know who you’re listening to just from his playing. And it’s so good! Who plays like him? Right? It’s just him. Boom. We’re going with Dire Straits on Sunday Jams. The finger picking, slide guitar goodness that is massive amounts of audio greatness.
This. This is tune. For me? This is it. Nothing forced. Just a sweet groove and nothing extra.
Couldn’t agree more with your assessment of Knopfler. So distinctive and impeccable. Absolutely love “Sultans…”. But the Brothers in Arms album is virtually flawless. Good choice on “So Far Away”.
Love that song. Dire Straits (I feel) is just overlooked by most. Just incredible stuff!
Michael,My music brother,I made enough work for you just on Sunday alone (Sorry about that, so many great articles) but what a great pick for Sunday Jams. Mark Knopfler is one fine guitarist and the Dire Straits songs you picked were outstanding. Knopfler’s distinctive guitar work sets him apart and all the songs you picked showcase that really well. I saw them when “Brothers In Arms” came out. Great show. A fantastic pick for Sunday Jams. Loved your “Canada Is Really Mad” video. Absolutely hilarious! We heathens had fun commiserating with the Canadian folks on Youtube. We all had a great time. Cathal Kelly and the beaver talk was too funny! HA! Thanks for the laughs and your great taste in music.
HA! Thank you! And yeah, how great is Dire Straits? Knopfler is just amazing!