As a Detroiter, this song is one of my favorites. For those who don't know, it is partially about the rise and fall of Detroit, Michigan. Telegraph Road is a main thoroughfare through the city. Good thoughts to Andy.
You're so right. As a life-long Detroiter, also, and someone who lives right off Telegraph Rd., when I originally read that he was riding in the tour bus, (on this particular Telegraph Rd.), and got the naming inspiration from it, it made my heart sing.
Knopfler is is a union man. Too bad Americans don't vote union any more. The loss of the job that provides meaning to us has always evoked such a deep emotion in me. Wonderful song. Knopfler was like 10 years behind Springsteen in writing songs for ordinary people.
I knew Mark was reading about the rise and fall into disrepair of a City in the US and it had caused him to write this epic song to do that place justice, I just didn't know which one it was so thank you for enlightening me.
I believe the background is that Dire Straits was stuck in traffic on Telegraph Road on the tour bus headed to a show ("3 lanes moving slow") and thought that using the things he saw while traveling the length of the road would represent a great lyrical story. Obviously . . . he was right.
Absolutely, I was watching this movie from the 80's, and the theme was in the background, and I'm like, "That sounds like Knopfler" and it was.(movie was Local Hero), theme was Going Home.
@@alexandriaocasio-smollett5078 George Harrison. I saw Lethal Weapon 2 in the cinema, and the song Cheer Down is used in the end credits. I could tell who it was from the first note.
This is from the album, Love Over Gold. It only has 5 songs on it because they completely ignored pop song length to tell the story with both words and music. The music is incredibly cinematic. It's a work of art. I remember when the album came out. We were used to expecting a lot of Dire Straits, but this seemed to take things to a whole new level. I remember feeling completely stunned after listening to it for the first time. It takes you to another place.
Agreed. Love Over Gold and their first album are my two favourites. Even the song "Industrial Disease" is among my faves. There's not a dog on the album.
Love over gold is their prog masterpiece! This was ds at their finest! The whole Alchemy era was just ds at their best! Really wish they made more prog style albums! Telegraph road is like a symphony of rock! My fav album ever!
Everything you've just witnessed, has come from the genius called Mark Knopfler. The words and music writer, arranger, singer and played his guitar as only he can, its a masterpiece. He is a modest man, its all on here, hes said himself he likes success but NOT FAME, that's why he disbanded Dire Straits tbe second time, he didnt like the huge venues and lifestyle, it got to much for him, he didnt want to do it any more, hes written a song Calling Elvis, l think he saw what FAME did to him, it killed him. Hes now 75 years young and still writing and recording. Like Jeff Lynne whos just ended a tour of north america his last one, hes 77 years young, two incredible human beings who've given millions of people worldwide pleasure in their music. Long may they reign ❤
We said goodbye to my wee cousin today after he sadly took his own life 4 weeks ago. He adored Dire Straits with this song and Brothers In Arms two of his favourites. Been a tough day. Thanks for this post… 💜
Mark seems to be humble and appreciative of each moment. He gets joy out of each musician, including himself. He is my favorite overall musician because of such.
My father used to play Dire Straits, and this song in particular, for me instead of an alarmclock when it was time wake up and get to school. Telegraph Road was his favourite. Played it at his funeral..
I was at this gig and we were wondering how good it would be because they are not flamboyant, just talented. This still blows my mind. Everyone was on top of their game, Alan Clark's keys are outstanding, Hal Lindes, second guitar, brilliant. John Illsey's bass just holds it together Apart from Mark, of course, Terry Williams was the star, out of this world drumming, he played flat out for over two hours The whole band were having the time of their lives, and we felt that in the crowd, because we were too! The whole Alchemy video is jaw dropping, I was lucky to be there, very lucky and we're so lucky they recorded it so we can enjoy it now
This is an absolutely incredible composition and live performance. The interplay between Knopfler and Alan Clark is exquisite. Not too many rock bands of that era were doing arrangements as complex and at the same time melodic as this. The lyrics are wonderful too.
Great song, brilliant story telling. Tells the story of the rise and fall of Detroit, skips the origin of the city and starts with the early industrialization period. The railroad came up from Toledo OH. Later the telegraph was ran up to Detroit alongside the railroad. To maintain the telegraph they put a road in alongside. The Railroad and Telegraph rd are still there, the telegraph lines were long ago replaced by phone lines and power lines. When he wrote this in the 80s the city of Detroit was on its ass, they are still trying to claw their way back. The devastation was obvious and everywhere, at one point the unemployment was at 35%. I’ve got a right to go to work, but they shut it down, I’ve got a right to go to work, but there’s no work here to be found. Brilliant.
@@dopiaza2006 Word I love them and know how great they are but sometimes, when you haven't heard it in while, it's like finding that out all over again. Which is like, a rock n roll rebate.
They just suddenly popped up from nowhere, so incredibly breathtaking, strong and perfect, bashed out some awesome albums - and every album never failed to just blow you away. And every time they played a song on the radio you always just stopped and listened. Such exciting times.
🎼This is a fantastic example of the bass man and the drummer becoming one in sync with each other. The keyboard/piano player really shines here. Mark Knopfler stands on his own and needs no critiqueing. None. Dire Straits will always be a favorite of mine. ☮️💟
Mark Knofler is one of the best I've heard who can make a guitar sound like completely new instrument. This was a new song and performance for me and I was stunned.
Telegraph Road is a major north-south 70-mile thoroughfare in Michigan, and Mark Knopfler was inspired to write the song while riding in the front of the tour bus, which made the journey down Telegraph Road. At the same time, Knopfler was reading the novel Growth of the Soil by the Nobel Prize winning Norwegian author Knut Hamsun and he was inspired to put the two together and write a song about the beginning of the development along Telegraph Road and the changes over the ensuing decades. Dire Straits were massive in the 80s , one of the biggest bands in the world through album sales and tours . Some of Mark Knopflers biggest influences are country , blues , folk and bluegrass. One of his biggest influences is Chet Atkins another fabulous guitar player . Mark also did concerts and albums with Emmylou Harris well worth checking out . He has also done movie / TV scores . He is still out there and recently released another solo album at 75 years young .
My brother had the Brothers in Arms album and wore it out but ive never seen this live performance. Outstanding musicianship and Knoefler is one of my all time favorite guitarists. Such a unique style.
You hit the nail on the head about Mark and fame. He told an interviewer on CBS he couldn't think of anything good about fame. The same interviewer said someone with his level of success doesn't' have to make music anymore...he said, I do
When I checked UA-cam today and saw you guys had this on the channel today I was blown away. This is such an epic example of lyricism, musicianship, with perfect storytelling vocals… And it’s a prime example of how good a song can be when a great musician is humble enough to let another artist shine (piano player) for the sake of the song. Thanks guys as always for the great reaction and this phenomenal choice 👏
MM has exceptional songs, but as an album, I much preferred Love over Gold, which flows beautifully. It reminds me hugely of the concept and delivery of Floyd's Wish you were here.
Appreciate you filmed this a while ago but so glad I've finally seen your reaction to this masterful performance and so pleased you liked it so much - hope you're both doing ok
That was like watching 2 nodding dogs on the car parcel shelf going well this is good shit ! DS as a band were just epic live that were on another level to most bands then and current bands have nowhere near enough ability individually to get close
I was home on leave in Colorado, and got to see them at the Regis College event center. I was blown away. Sultans had only been out a few weeks or a month.
Thank you for rewarding my patience. This performance was outstanding. Brilliant camera work too. They got all the right shots timed perfectly. Brothers in Arms is a near-perfect album you could hit. For a single song I would pick "The Man's Too Strong," among several that are equally great.
Live music just doesn't get better than this. Between Mark Knopfler's unique guitar work and the amazingly good drumming, keyboards and backup strings, "Alchemy Live" is an easy choice for the top five concerts I wish I had been there to see. So very happy we have this concert available to watch whenever we want.
While I knew of Dire Straits growing up (and loved Sultans of Swing at the time - so refreshing after all the disco) I only recently "re-discovered" them when the Alchemy Live version of SoS came up as a suggestion, which has sent me down a rabbit hole. That video showed up in my feed because guitar is my favourite instrument though I have a preference for acoustic. Of course that doesn't mean I don't appreciate great electric guitar playing. But if you guys want to know how well the amazing Mark Knopfler is at playing acoustic guitar - check out Private Investigations. Not unexpectedly, his playing is top notch and the song has a really cool vibe. One thing I am appreciating as I discover this band's discography is their originality. This song is no exception.
Great band...every member kills it, and still Knopfler stands out. Brothers in Arms was their most popular album, and turned them into the biggest band in the world in the mid 80s.
I saw Andy with his eyes closed often during this song. I can't tell you how many times I've set back by car seat and shut my eyes to listen to this song on full blast. Music doesn't get much better than this. One of the few bands that I regret never seeing live.
Saw them at the same venue (Hammersmith Apollo) in 1985 so everything that was on Alchemy plus the Brothers in Arms album. I heard they had to do 14 nights in a row to handle the demand for tickets. Mark Knopfler along with David Gilmour as the 2 guitarists I would listen 2 for hours if they were on their own. Brings back happy memories of an amazing night.
One of the best concert DVD releases ever!! I saw that tour, and a few other Dire Straights shows, in the Seattle/PNW area. The energy was always electric ⚡ at those shows. As ever, I am loving your reactions to the music that has been the soundtrack to my life and times 🤘
Alchemy was the name of their live concerts, which covered several albums. Telegraph Road comes from the studio album "Love Over Gold", while Sultans of Swing comes from their debut studio album of the same name. I was introduced to Dire Straits and Love over Gold in particular by one of my brothers when I was about 6 years old. I cant count how many times i have listened to this song over the years and it remains one of the greatest pieces of music I have ever heard. This live version of OFF THE SCALE incredible. I cant think of a person on earth who would listen to this and not be blown away.
Mark Knopfler is a brilliant writer. His stories are amazing. Solo songs like Sailing To Philadelphia or Why-aye Man are great as well. He knows history. This song is from their Love Over Gold album from 1982
I suppose he meant that you don’t hear about them so much like you do the likes of Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd. I too think they should get just as much credit all these years later for their music.
Best review by far. I am 58 and my older brother came home with Sultans of Swing and Baker Street and i was hooked. This album is the best live video performance i have ever seen. Every person on stage was in the zone.
This alchemy album is fantastic. For some reason, the band seemed to be on another level this very evening. Saltans of swing and Terry williams on the drums along with the rest of the band was flawless.
The very high-end hifi shop on posh King Street, Manchester, UK (before half the city centre was utterly destroyed by the IRA) banned prospective customers auditioning systems using the just released studio album. It was soo good talent-wise and astoundingly (analogue) engineered it was too popular for the staff to hear all the time without suffering a mental breakdown! I had to audition my turntable, amplifier and speakers with the OTHER album I bought that morning-Stevie Nicks or somebody, unfortunately! Never played that one much, ever. I liked proper, original Fleetwood Mac and a bit of Mahler occasionally. P.S. I'v'e never been to Detroit...UK for me!
I love watching Dire Straits perform live. They are all fantastic, but my favorite has got to be the drummer. He gets so into his rhythm! And hey, Andy! So great to see your face!
I think of Dire Strats as the English Heartbreakers. Great playing all around with an exceptional lead guitarist. Both Mark Knopfler and Tom Petty have such distinctive voices - no guessing who they are when they sing.
When I returned from a seven month WESTPAC/IO Navy cruise back in '85, my five year old daughter turned me onto Dire Straits - Brothers in Arms. Excellent taste in music, Erin! Cheers....
I was stationed at Hickman in HI in the early 80s. Radio stations were not progressive at all , played the same 15 songs over and over again. I NEVER heard of Dire Straight's album "Making Movies," until a friend of mine, from home, told me about it. It QUICKLY became my fav DS album. Still is today.
There was nothing like seeing Dire Straits live. Watching Mark Knopfler’s fingers fly across the strings for 3 hours in 1982 was magic! As good of a superlative guitarist as Mark is, his songwriting is his top skill. Dire Straits was a superlative band of tight and extremely talented musicians.
The drumming is off the charts. Alchemy has to be one of the best live albums of all time.
Indeed. Easily one of the best live albums of all time. Dire Straits were at the top of their game-every song is a classic.
Terry Williams was an awesome drummer, the best that no one seems to have heard of
This is so true. Alchemy live is a bloody masterpiece, and I will fight anyone who doesnt rank it among the top 5 live performances ever lol
My favourite Album of all time
I can't think of a better one
The entire "Alchemy Live" is simply one of the best ever.
Not a dud on the entire 4 sides.
I agree brilliant.
Money for nothing is missing but aside that the album is perfect.
That’s the one!
As a Detroiter, this song is one of my favorites. For those who don't know, it is partially about the rise and fall of Detroit, Michigan. Telegraph Road is a main thoroughfare through the city. Good thoughts to Andy.
You're so right. As a life-long Detroiter, also, and someone who lives right off Telegraph Rd., when I originally read that he was riding in the tour bus, (on this particular Telegraph Rd.), and got the naming inspiration from it, it made my heart sing.
Knopfler is is a union man. Too bad Americans don't vote union any more.
The loss of the job that provides meaning to us has always evoked such a deep emotion in me. Wonderful song. Knopfler was like 10 years behind Springsteen in writing songs for ordinary people.
The rise and fall of Detroit was due to the voters and ones in power.
I knew Mark was reading about the rise and fall into disrepair of a City in the US and it had caused him to write this epic song to do that place justice, I just didn't know which one it was so thank you for enlightening me.
I believe the background is that Dire Straits was stuck in traffic on Telegraph Road on the tour bus headed to a show ("3 lanes moving slow") and thought that using the things he saw while traveling the length of the road would represent a great lyrical story. Obviously . . . he was right.
Mark Knopfler is on the very short list of guitarists who you can identify by sound.
1 note. Excellent point.
Mark is one the most underrated guitarists IMO. He did an album with Chet Atkins and it is pure fun which I am sure is why he did it
Absolutely, I was watching this movie from the 80's, and the theme was in the background, and I'm like, "That sounds like Knopfler" and it was.(movie was Local Hero), theme was Going Home.
Yep. I have Mark Knopfler, Eric Clapton, Edge, David Gilmour. Who else?
@@alexandriaocasio-smollett5078 George Harrison. I saw Lethal Weapon 2 in the cinema, and the song Cheer Down is used in the end credits. I could tell who it was from the first note.
Dire Straits was one of those bands that put out brilliant studio albums. .... and was even better live....
The tone of his guitar is unmatched
This is from the album, Love Over Gold. It only has 5 songs on it because they completely ignored pop song length to tell the story with both words and music. The music is incredibly cinematic. It's a work of art. I remember when the album came out. We were used to expecting a lot of Dire Straits, but this seemed to take things to a whole new level. I remember feeling completely stunned after listening to it for the first time. It takes you to another place.
Yeah, great album, worth anybody's time listening to it, whatever you're into.
It's comfortably my favourite album of theirs. This track is one of the best of the whole decade.
Agreed. Love Over Gold and their first album are my two favourites. Even the song "Industrial Disease" is among my faves. There's not a dog on the album.
Love Over Gold is the album they are looking for.
Love over gold is their prog masterpiece! This was ds at their finest! The whole Alchemy era was just ds at their best! Really wish they made more prog style albums! Telegraph road is like a symphony of rock! My fav album ever!
Everything you've just witnessed, has come from the genius called Mark Knopfler. The words and music writer, arranger, singer and played his guitar as only he can, its a masterpiece.
He is a modest man, its all on here, hes said himself he likes success but NOT FAME, that's why he disbanded Dire Straits tbe second time, he didnt like the huge venues and lifestyle, it got to much for him, he didnt want to do it any more, hes written a song Calling Elvis, l think he saw what FAME did to him, it killed him.
Hes now 75 years young and still writing and recording.
Like Jeff Lynne whos just ended a tour of north america his last one, hes 77 years young, two incredible human beings who've given millions of people worldwide pleasure in their music.
Long may they reign ❤
The guitar tone and style is unmistakable.
We said goodbye to my wee cousin today after he sadly took his own life 4 weeks ago. He adored Dire Straits with this song and Brothers In Arms two of his favourites. Been a tough day. Thanks for this post… 💜
I'm sorry to hear of your loss, may the music heal the pain.
that’s very sad. rip to your wee cousin and condolences to you.
So sorry RIP take care of yourself Mickey.
So sorry for your loss.
Prayers for you and family. 🙏🏼🩵
Mark seems to be humble and appreciative of each moment. He gets joy out of each musician, including himself. He is my favorite overall musician because of such.
I saw them on this tour. One of the best live acts I've seen in my 62 years.
Me too! Austin show! Perfect.
Same
My father used to play Dire Straits, and this song in particular, for me instead of an alarmclock when it was time wake up and get to school. Telegraph Road was his favourite. Played it at his funeral..
I was at this gig and we were wondering how good it would be because they are not flamboyant, just talented.
This still blows my mind.
Everyone was on top of their game, Alan Clark's keys are outstanding, Hal Lindes, second guitar, brilliant. John Illsey's bass just holds it together
Apart from Mark, of course, Terry Williams was the star, out of this world drumming, he played flat out for over two hours
The whole band were having the time of their lives, and we felt that in the crowd, because we were too!
The whole Alchemy video is jaw dropping, I was lucky to be there, very lucky and we're so lucky they recorded it so we can enjoy it now
Private investigations is great too from the same live album.
Always great to see real musicians perform live and enjoying themselves at the same time.
Privilege 👏👏👏 Masterpiece Show 🎸
This is an absolutely incredible composition and live performance. The interplay between Knopfler and Alan Clark is exquisite. Not too many rock bands of that era were doing arrangements as complex and at the same time melodic as this. The lyrics are wonderful too.
An absolute masterpiece all round. Phenomenal song
I’m so happy you played this masterpiece.
For me, their live performances are like being privy to an unrehearsed jam session.
Outstanding underrated musicians and band. 😍
This whole show is brilliant from start to finish! They're amazing!
Glad to see you, Andy. I hope you are doing well.
Dire Straits was THE WORLDS BIGGEST BAND at one stage.
Together with Pink Floyd on one level! Both are my favorite live bands!
Brothers in Arms ❤️It’s beautiful and haunting.
Great song, brilliant story telling. Tells the story of the rise and fall of Detroit, skips the origin of the city and starts with the early industrialization period. The railroad came up from Toledo OH. Later the telegraph was ran up to Detroit alongside the railroad. To maintain the telegraph they put a road in alongside. The Railroad and Telegraph rd are still there, the telegraph lines were long ago replaced by phone lines and power lines. When he wrote this in the 80s the city of Detroit was on its ass, they are still trying to claw their way back. The devastation was obvious and everywhere, at one point the unemployment was at 35%. I’ve got a right to go to work, but they shut it down, I’ve got a right to go to work, but there’s no work here to be found. Brilliant.
Stunned. Haven't ever seen the live of this. I can't believe how great they are, musically.
Now listen to the whole album, over and over again!
@@dopiaza2006 Word I love them and know how great they are but sometimes, when you haven't heard it in while, it's like finding that out all over again. Which is like, a rock n roll rebate.
They just suddenly popped up from nowhere, so incredibly breathtaking, strong and perfect, bashed out some awesome albums - and every album never failed to just blow you away. And every time they played a song on the radio you always just stopped and listened. Such exciting times.
One of the greatest songs of all time, and possibly one of the most-underrated.
I was lucky enough to see this tour....Telegraph Road was obviously the highlight...just 15 minutes of awesomeness.
I missed them 3 times when they visited here because some shit always came up to stop me going. One of the regrets of my life.
Dark room a good glass of Malt and a decent set of head phones is the best way to listen to this album, Boom 💥
🎼This is a fantastic example of the bass man and the drummer becoming one in sync with each other. The keyboard/piano player really shines here. Mark Knopfler stands on his own and needs no critiqueing. None. Dire Straits will always be a favorite of mine. ☮️💟
Great band of talented musicians. Alan Clarke’s piano along with Mark’s guitar, shines on this one.
Mark Knofler is one of the best I've heard who can make a guitar sound like completely new instrument. This was a new song and performance for me and I was stunned.
With Dire Straits, every album is a masterclass.
And every live preformance is even better
Totally agree that this might be one of the best live recordings of all time. By the way Knopfler is talking about the Telegraph Road in Detroit.
The story of Detroit
Telegraph Road is a major north-south 70-mile thoroughfare in Michigan, and Mark Knopfler was inspired to write the song while riding in the front of the tour bus, which made the journey down Telegraph Road. At the same time, Knopfler was reading the novel Growth of the Soil by the Nobel Prize winning Norwegian author Knut Hamsun and he was inspired to put the two together and write a song about the beginning of the development along Telegraph Road and the changes over the ensuing decades.
Dire Straits were massive in the 80s , one of the biggest bands in the world through album sales and tours . Some of Mark Knopflers biggest influences are country , blues , folk and bluegrass. One of his biggest influences is Chet Atkins another fabulous guitar player . Mark also did concerts and albums with Emmylou Harris well worth checking out . He has also done movie / TV scores . He is still out there and recently released another solo album at 75 years young .
My brother had the Brothers in Arms album and wore it out but ive never seen this live performance. Outstanding musicianship and Knoefler is one of my all time favorite guitarists. Such a unique style.
Love Over Gold.
You hit the nail on the head about Mark and fame. He told an interviewer on CBS he couldn't think of anything good about fame. The same interviewer said someone with his level of success doesn't' have to make music anymore...he said, I do
When I checked UA-cam today and saw you guys had this on the channel today I was blown away. This is such an epic example of lyricism, musicianship, with perfect storytelling vocals… And it’s a prime example of how good a song can be when a great musician is humble enough to let another artist shine (piano player) for the sake of the song. Thanks guys as always for the great reaction and this phenomenal choice 👏
For my money, their Romeo and Juliet is one of the greatest love songs ever
Mark really has to many to have a favorite. He is a Genius!
'Tunnel of Love' live at Wembley Stadium is epic as well.
The Sydney performance is even better.
once upon a time in the west, where you think youre going and news also are great songs by dire straits
Making Movies is the album you're looking for. Phenomenal
MM has exceptional songs, but as an album, I much preferred Love over Gold, which flows beautifully. It reminds me hugely of the concept and delivery of Floyd's Wish you were here.
No mate. Telegraph Road is from the Love over Gold album.
And yes Making Movies is a phenomenal album too. 👍
Appreciate you filmed this a while ago but so glad I've finally seen your reaction to this masterful performance and so pleased you liked it so much - hope you're both doing ok
Simply a masterpiece.
That was like watching 2 nodding dogs on the car parcel shelf going well this is good shit !
DS as a band were just epic live that were on another level to most bands then and current bands have nowhere near enough ability individually to get close
He is a master both of playing guitar, and tone.
The entire band is astounding.
I got to see these guys in a bar in rennsalear NY in February of 1979.. just as sultans came out. Less than 200 people.. and amazing
I was home on leave in Colorado, and got to see them at the Regis College event center. I was blown away. Sultans had only been out a few weeks or a month.
this song is a masterpiece of rock music, there is little else to say
I need to say it though: the song Brothers in Arms is Knopfler's masterpiece.
@@David-iv6je Telegraph road and Brother in Arms, best Dire Straits songs.
Pretty wild when the guy shredding the guitar had the lowest energy on the stage. Phenomenol performance!
Thank you for rewarding my patience. This performance was outstanding. Brilliant camera work too. They got all the right shots timed perfectly. Brothers in Arms is a near-perfect album you could hit. For a single song I would pick "The Man's Too Strong," among several that are equally great.
Impeccable. Live music of the very best standard. Truly great song as well. Masterpiece
Thanks for re-posting this classic. Your Dire Straits reactions are what first enticed me to join your patreon level.
Live music just doesn't get better than this. Between Mark Knopfler's unique guitar work and the amazingly good drumming, keyboards and backup strings, "Alchemy Live" is an easy choice for the top five concerts I wish I had been there to see. So very happy we have this concert available to watch whenever we want.
one of my fave songs ever. Love everything about it. great story telling and the tone from marks guitar is super.
This was on the album Love Over Gold - just an incredible recording from start to finish.
Saw these guys live in Ottawa, really enjoyed it.
(Unbelievably, the ‘warm up’ band was Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble.)
While I knew of Dire Straits growing up (and loved Sultans of Swing at the time - so refreshing after all the disco) I only recently "re-discovered" them when the Alchemy Live version of SoS came up as a suggestion, which has sent me down a rabbit hole. That video showed up in my feed because guitar is my favourite instrument though I have a preference for acoustic. Of course that doesn't mean I don't appreciate great electric guitar playing. But if you guys want to know how well the amazing Mark Knopfler is at playing acoustic guitar - check out Private Investigations. Not unexpectedly, his playing is top notch and the song has a really cool vibe. One thing I am appreciating as I discover this band's discography is their originality. This song is no exception.
Mark Knopfler also wrote nearly all of their songs. You should also hear Romeo and Juliet and Walk of Life.
Mark is nominated for a Grammy this year for a song on his latest album!
Great band...every member kills it, and still Knopfler stands out. Brothers in Arms was their most popular album, and turned them into the biggest band in the world in the mid 80s.
I saw Andy with his eyes closed often during this song. I can't tell you how many times I've set back by car seat and shut my eyes to listen to this song on full blast. Music doesn't get much better than this.
One of the few bands that I regret never seeing live.
I hope you weren't driving at the time 😜🙃😆
Any guitar player that uses no pick is always awesome
Saw them at the same venue (Hammersmith Apollo) in 1985 so everything that was on Alchemy plus the Brothers in Arms album. I heard they had to do 14 nights in a row to handle the demand for tickets. Mark Knopfler along with David Gilmour as the 2 guitarists I would listen 2 for hours if they were on their own. Brings back happy memories of an amazing night.
MASTERPIECE!!!!
One of the best concert DVD releases ever!! I saw that tour, and a few other Dire Straights shows, in the Seattle/PNW area. The energy was always electric ⚡ at those shows.
As ever, I am loving your reactions to the music that has been the soundtrack to my life and times 🤘
Alchemy was the name of their live concerts, which covered several albums. Telegraph Road comes from the studio album "Love Over Gold", while Sultans of Swing comes from their debut studio album of the same name. I was introduced to Dire Straits and Love over Gold in particular by one of my brothers when I was about 6 years old. I cant count how many times i have listened to this song over the years and it remains one of the greatest pieces of music I have ever heard. This live version of OFF THE SCALE incredible. I cant think of a person on earth who would listen to this and not be blown away.
Masterpiece...! Thanks guys
Mark Knopfler is a brilliant writer. His stories are amazing. Solo songs like Sailing To Philadelphia or Why-aye Man are great as well. He knows history. This song is from their Love Over Gold album from 1982
Masterpiece 🎸 Dire Straits is a big Big Band 👏👏👏 - From Brazil 🇧🇷
Dire Straits are not underrated. They were huge in the 80s. One of the biggest bands in the world.
I suppose he meant that you don’t hear about them so much like you do the likes of Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd. I too think they should get just as much credit all these years later for their music.
The front to back album you want to deep dive into is Alchemy live that this is from.
The whole concert is a complete work
Saw them that year. Best show I ever saw.
Best review by far. I am 58 and my older brother came home with Sultans of Swing and Baker Street and i was hooked.
This album is the best live video performance i have ever seen. Every person on stage was in the zone.
🫶 for Andy. You are missed.
mark can make such gentle sounds with the guitar. really touches me at times.
One of the best outros in rock history 😊
Gotta do Skate Away
Incredible arrangement/performance by top notch musicians!
This alchemy album is fantastic. For some reason, the band seemed to be on another level this very evening. Saltans of swing and Terry williams on the drums along with the rest of the band was flawless.
The very high-end hifi shop on posh King Street, Manchester, UK (before half the city centre was utterly destroyed by the IRA) banned prospective customers auditioning systems using the just released studio album. It was soo good talent-wise and astoundingly (analogue) engineered it was too popular for the staff to hear all the time without suffering a mental breakdown! I had to audition my turntable, amplifier and speakers with the OTHER album I bought that morning-Stevie Nicks or somebody, unfortunately! Never played that one much, ever. I liked proper, original Fleetwood Mac and a bit of Mahler occasionally. P.S. I'v'e never been to Detroit...UK for me!
I love watching Dire Straits perform live. They are all fantastic, but my favorite has got to be the drummer. He gets so into his rhythm! And hey, Andy! So great to see your face!
It's that Album Alchemy Live.
Dire Staits har hjälpt mig leva livet, genom sorg och glädje 🙏🙌❤
I think of Dire Strats as the English Heartbreakers. Great playing all around with an exceptional lead guitarist. Both Mark Knopfler and Tom Petty have such distinctive voices - no guessing who they are when they sing.
About time you finally played this song. One of the best rock songs ever from a great album Love over Gold!!!
That bottle of whiskey has had a few sips
When I was a recruit at Hendon this track got hammered on the jukebox in the bar!
11:13 This lick is also played on Sultans of Swing.
Ok well this is from the album “Alchemy” which absolutely should be covered. It’s live.😊
Best place to start ?
The beginning,
1978 Dire Straits, listen to it on vinyl if you can, it will take you away!
When I returned from a seven month WESTPAC/IO Navy cruise back in '85, my five year old daughter turned me onto Dire Straits - Brothers in Arms. Excellent taste in music, Erin! Cheers....
I was stationed at Hickman in HI in the early 80s. Radio stations were not progressive at all , played the same 15 songs over and over again. I NEVER heard of Dire Straight's album "Making Movies," until a friend of mine, from home, told me about it. It QUICKLY became my fav DS album. Still is today.
Hey I was at NAS Alameda then!
I returned from a Westpac cruise in fall of 1980. Happy Vets Day to you!!
@@Busywave Thanks. Happy Vets day to all our brothers and sisters! Cheers...
There was nothing like seeing Dire Straits live. Watching Mark Knopfler’s fingers fly across the strings for 3 hours in 1982 was magic! As good of a superlative guitarist as Mark is, his songwriting is his top skill. Dire Straits was a superlative band of tight and extremely talented musicians.
Alchemy Live my favourite live album
Listen to the very first album "Dire Straits". Every song is great, and you get the feel of the band.
Alchemy live is dire straits in there prime here, can't beat it❤
One word, genius 👍♥️🏴
A MUST SEE Live band as they are incredible