Industry Jun 9, 2026
The Story Behind Dire Straits' Classic Song
"It’s not to do with gear, it’s all to do with the way the brain sends signals to his fingers – that’s what makes Mark so special"
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MusicRadar
A classic Dire Straits song, often imitated but rarely mastered, has a unique story. The distinctive quality of Mark Knopfler's guitar playing is attributed to the connection between the brain and fingers, rather than equipment.