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Dire Straits
Dire Straits Has Turned Down ‘Huge Amounts of Money’ to Reunite
Bassist John Illsley also details how "emotionally exhausted" the band was in the days before their breakup.
Dire Straits Legacy Announce First-Ever U.S. Tour
Trevor Horn and Steve Ferrone in lineup that also features Alan Clark, Danny Cummings, Mel Collins and Phil Palmer.
Dire Straits Inducted Into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
With 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.
Dire Straits’ John Illsley Confirms Mark Knopfler No-Show at Rock Hall Ceremony
Dire Straits' co-founder John Illsley has confirmed that frontman Mark Knopfler will not attend the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony this Saturday.
Dire Straits to Play Rock Hall Induction Without Mark Knopfler
Dire Straits will perform at their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction next week – but without frontman Mark Knopfler.
35 Years Ago: Dire Straits Turn Back the Clock on ‘ExtendedancEPlay’
In direct contrast to his band's heavily produced recent work, Mark Knopfler spearheaded this breezy 1983 EP.
5 Reasons Why Dire Straits Should Be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
If it were up to us, Dire Straits would be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame next April.
27 Years Ago: Dire Straits Break Up (for the First Time)
Dire Straits broke up on September 15, 1988.
Canadian Ban Of Dire Straits Song Update
It's a confusing controversy only because the song has been a staple for so many radio stations for so many years.
Dire Straits’ ‘Money for Nothing’ Banned in Canada
Stop. Before you read this story, can you guess why "Money For Nothing" by Dire Straits is causing such a stir in Canada? After all, it was released about a quarter century ago. (How old does that make you feel?) Make your guesses and read on.