Mark Knopfler, born on August 12, 1949, in Glasgow, Scotland, is a revered musician, songwriter, and guitar virtuoso, best known as the lead vocalist, lead guitarist, and songwriter for the British rock band Dire Straits, which he co-founded in 1977. Beyond the band's remarkable success throughout the 1980s, Knopfler has carved out an illustrious solo career marked by his characteristic fingerstyle guitar playing and deeply observant lyrics.

Following the disbandment of Dire Straits in 1995, Knopfler embarked on a prolific and diverse solo journey that has encompassed a range of genres including blues, folk, and country, as evidenced by his series of critically acclaimed albums. His solo work is highlighted in the comprehensive collection "The Studio Albums 2009 – 2018," which showcases his continuous evolution as a solo artist. His other endeavors include creating the score for the film "Altamira" and a series of collaborative works such as "All The Roadrunning" with Emmylou Harris. With a career spanning more than four decades, Mark Knopfler's legacy as a storytelling songwriter and unparalleled guitarist endures, making him one of the most respected figures in contemporary music.

Genres

Soft Rock

Related Artists

Dire Straits

Eric Clapton

Van Morrison

Fleetwood Mac

J.J. Cale

John Mayer

Bruce Springsteen

Bob Dylan

Tom Petty

Richard Thompson

David Gilmour

Robert Plant

Latest Release

The Boy

Mark Knopfler

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released May 3, 2024