Dire Straits

Dire Straits were a British rock band, formed in 1977 by former journalist and teacher Mark Knopfler, initially composed of Knopfler (lead vocals and lead guitar), his younger brother David Knopfler (rhythm guitar and backing vocals), John Illsley (bass guitar and backing vocals), and Pick Withers (drums and percussion). Dire Straits' sound drew from a variety of musical influences, including jazz, folk, blues, and came closest to beat music with... More

Place Musical Career Began:

Active as Musical Artist (start):

  • 1977

Active as Musical Artist (end):

  • 1995

Also known as:

  • Dire Straights,
  • Dire Straits (TH),
  • Dire Straits

Music

Members Of Musical Group:

Member Period (start) Period (end)
  • 1977
  • 1980
  • 1980
  • 1985
  • 1977
  • 1982
  • 1980
  • 1995
  • 1984
  • 1995
  • 1982
  • 1988
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