Industry Apr 25, 2026

Bruce Hornsby on Dire Straits and "The Way It Is"

He also reveals which hip-hop interpolation of The Way It Is he likes the best

Originally published by MusicRadar
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Bruce Hornsby on Dire Straits and "The Way It Is"

Bruce Hornsby stated that a classic Dire Straits song is a "kindred spirit" to his biggest hit because Mark Knopfler's guitar soloing is present throughout the record, a technique Hornsby also employed. He also discussed his preferences for hip-hop interpolations of his song, "The Way It Is." Originally reported by MusicRadar.