Dire Straits Vinyl Records

Dire Straits was a British rock band that formed in 1977 and was active until 1995. The band's music is known for its distinctive blend of rock, country, and folk styles, with lyrics often focusing on themes of love, loss, and social commentary. Led by guitarist and vocalist Mark Knopfler, Dire Straits released several successful albums throughout the 1980s, including their debut album "Dire Straits" (1978), "Communiqué" (1979), and "Making Movies" (1980). The band's most famous song is probably "Sultans of Swing," which became a hit single in 1979 and has since become one of the band's signature songs. Throughout their career, Dire Straits was known for their unique sound, which was characterized by Knopfler's distinctive guitar playing style and his lyrical storytelling ability. The band's music often incorporated elements of rockabilly, blues, and country music, giving it a distinctive flavor that set them apart from other rock bands of the time. Dire Straits' music also often explored themes of social commentary, tackling topics such as politics, war, and social inequality in their songs. Despite their commercial success and critical acclaim, Dire Straits disbanded in 1995 after releasing several successful albums, including "On Every Street" (1991) and "On the Night" (1993). Knopfler went on to pursue a solo career, releasing several successful albums throughout the 1990s and 2000s. In recent years, Dire Straits has reunited briefly, with Knopfler performing some of their classic songs in concert. Despite the band's relatively short lifespan, Dire Straits left a lasting impact on the music world, influencing countless other rock bands and musicians with their unique sound and style.

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Dire Straits Making Movies Vinyl Album Half Speed Master (PLEASE READ)

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Dire Straits - Brothers In Arms - Original UK Vinyl LP & Printed Inner

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Dire Straits Making Movies NAD 2024 Half Speed Master Vinyl LP ALT SLEEVE sealed

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DIRE STRAITS: MONEY FOR NOTHING (VERTIGO) 1988 COMPILATION LP

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DIRE STRAITS - BROTHERS IN ARMS - MFSL 2 X 180g 45RPM VINYL LP

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DIRE STRAITS - LOVE OVER GOLD - 12" VINYL LP ALBUM RECORD & INNER - EX+

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DIRE STRAITS Communiqué 1979 UK 12" VINYL LP VERTIGO ORIGINAL EMBOSSED & INNER

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Dire Straits Making Movies NAD 2024 Half Speed Master Vinyl LP ALT SLEEVE!!

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Dire Straits 1982 – Dire Straits Original VINYL

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Dire Straits by Dire Straits Debut Vinyl LP 1st UK Press 1978 Ex / Nr MINT

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Dire Straits - Making Movies 1st Press 1980. 6359032 Vertigo. VG+/Nr MINT

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Dire Straits – Brothers In Arms - 1985 vinyl album good condition

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Dire Straits Vinyl Lp

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DIRE STRAITS BROTHERS IN ARMS - 1985 Pop Music Vinyl LP Record 12" Album VERH25

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Dire Straits Vinyl LP Collection.

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Dire Straits - Brothers in Arms (Full Length Version) (Vinyl) Local Hero

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Dire Straits Brothers in Arms Vinyl Record VG/VG VERH 25 1985

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Dire Straits Love Over Gold LP

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DIRE STRAITS Dire Straits Vinyl Album LP Vertigo 1978 Self-Titled Mark Knopfler

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Dire Straits - Making Movies vinyl LP 1980

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Dires Straits - Dire Straits vinyl LP 1978 - Features "Sultans Of Swing".

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Dire Straits & Mark Knopfler PRIVATE INVESTIGATIONS 12” VINYL 2LP NEW SEALED

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Dire Straits Making Movies Vinyl Record LP 80s Rock 1st UK Vertigo + Insert

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Dire Straits – On Every Street-1991 -UK FIRST PRESS -VERTIGO (SHRINK) - EX++

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Dire Straits Brothers In Arms 10" Single Vinyl Record DSTR 1110 Vertigo - EX/VG+

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DIRE STRAITS ORIGINAL 1985 UK PRESSING 12" LP BROTHERS IN ARMS

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Money for Nothing by Dire Straits (Vinyl Record

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dire straits brothers in arms Vinyl LP

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Dire Straits Money For Nothing Greatest Hits Vinyl 1988 Great Condition

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DIRE STRAITS - Making Movies Vinyl LP (1980)

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DIRE STRAITS LIVE ALCHEMY DOUBLE ALBUM ON VINYL RELEASED 1984

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Dire Straits Alchemy Live 2 x LP Gatefold Sleeve 1984 VERY11 STILL SEALED

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dire straits vinyl albums

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Dire Straits Debut Album 1978 Vertigo Records 9102 021 Vinyl LP Record

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