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You should listen to Romeo and Juliet by Dire Straits. This is the best version: ua-cam.com/video/nvLzmxOjqVE/v-deo.html "Romeo & Juliet - Dire Straits 1986 Sydney LIVE pro-shot"
This song was inspired by the Falklands War, which was going on when Dire Straits lead singer Mark Knopfler wrote the song. The Falklands War was a conflict between Argentina and the UK over islands off the coast of Argentina that each country claimed rights to. The islands are British territories, but in 1982 Argentina tried to reclaim one of the islands. Britain reclaimed their territories, but lost 258 soldiers in the conflict. In this song, Mark Knopfler sings about a soldier who is dying on the battlefield, surrounded by his comrades, who remain by his side as he slips away. It's a look at the folly of war and the plight of those who fight them. "We've got just one world but we live in different ones," he told the BBC. "It's just stupid, it really is. We're just foolish to take part in anybody's war."
Mark Knopfler is a virtuoso making his guitar elicit emotions and (as you pointed out) knowing when to play and when not to play. With Dire Straits he was the main driver but with his solo work and collaborations in more recent years he does a masterful job of allowing other musicians to take the lead throughout songs - but in all cases his guitar work is superb. Too many to list - but check out some of his post Dire Straits stull.
I grew up listening to Dire Straits because it's my dad's favourite band. Telegraph Road, Romeo and Juliet, Sultans of Swing... great songs on our family road trips!
Give me chills every time; and the way he can make his guitar weep! Mark wrote this song in response to the Brits involvement in the Falklands war (1982): He actually lost a friend in that conflict, which might explain why he seems so emotional whenever he performs this one during concerts. Speaking of which, you are missing out on a brilliant live performance of this track (and signature spine-tingling solo) if you don't check out their live performance of this track from "On the Night". The song is written from the perspective of a mortally wounded soldier. In 2007, Mark rereleased the track and dedicated the proceeds to those still suffering from the effects of that conflict. The last line of the song is often overlooked, but is perhaps the most important, "we are fools to make war on our brother in arms"; I understand he meant this in the broadest sense, 'brothers' denoting our fellow man.
Dire Straits music is part of my life..I always tear up hearing this..Mark is so gifted, yet so humble. Thank you for your reaction Stephen..I could tell it took your breath slightly..liking your channel ..
Thank you for a thoughtful and detailed review. I watch many reviews of musicians on YT, particularly Dire Straits - I particularly enjoy yours. You have a true appreciation of music, musicians and production, and it shows. Thanks again and keep up the great work!
First thing I noticed since your amazing Sultans of Swing video was that you know his name now. :) Nah, nobody can know it all - it's cool that you like him. Another awesome video from you. Thanks that you do these older songs many of us hold very dear.
I've been listening to Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits for 45 years, and they are my go-to band to play during a long drive. The way Mark gets his guitars to talk is amazing. You need to listen to "Are we in trouble now" to truly appreciate his guitar artistry. Enjoy
Good reaction 👍 The song is about war, you're right. Mark Knofler was born and raised in Great Britain (UK), you probably know all about it. His childhood was in Scotland, where the country is divided into The Highlands and The Lowlands. Mark wrote this song while the UK was at war with Argentina over the Falkland Islands, which lie offshore from Argentina. The islands are British soil. British soldiers are the soldiers in the west who have been in the most wars because no country in the west has been in as many wars as the UK has. The USA has never been in any war without having special troops from the UK with them as allies. Since the USA became independent on July 4 in 1776, the USA and the UK have had a tradition of standing side by side when there are wars. The British are always at the front together with the soldiers from the USA when there is war and the people in the USA forget that all too often. Great Britain's special forces are often referred to as the world's best special forces, but everyone agrees that they are among the best in the world along with the special forces from the United States. So people in the USA should remember that as the USA has lost its sons and daughters in wars, mothers and fathers in the UK have also lost their sons and daughters side by side with the American soldiers. In this war over the Falkland Islands, no other nation intervened in the war. Uk land on the other side of the world was invaded and they solved the task themselves. This was personal for the UK and the US along with the rest of Nato and the rest of the world's military powers did not interfere.
So Glad Stephen You Did Official Video Version if Thus Song It's Far Better Than Album Studio Version As Faq As Mark Knophlers Guitar Solo. Hus Guitar Melody Us So Haunting & Touching it Moves Most to Tears Without the Lyrics Added 😢😢😢😢😢
Oh man... I wish you reacted to the full (audio only) version. This one has the ending guitar solo and organs cut short. I think it's a crime they did this.
I really hope you do. I think this is edited for radio. It ruins the vocals to guitar solo balance for me. The orig. version's ending is just perfect 🤘
No weep no feel. This song was both a protest and a celebration of war and fallen comrades. Despite being about the Falklands war, it could be applied to all wars around the world, the stupidity and the devastation it causes, the pain and the unnecessary loss.
I think you would like another very emotional Mark Knofler song which he sings with Emmylou Harris 'If This is Goodbye' Mark wrote it about people saying goodbye during 9/11 💔
@@pianoboogieman7290, he replaced Ace Frehley for a while as the “Rabbit” character and co-wrote several KISS hits including “Bend Over for My Lovin’” “Swallow This,” and “Baby, Baby, Baby, Baby.”
@@ugadawgs1990 ….until you started making up non existent Kiss songs and characters I’m afraid the joke was lost on me ( the song titles were quite funny though !)
Mark Knopfler is the greatest for me, his picking style and playing is unique, and so recognisable. I would suggest that you watch the live version of this from the On The Night concert, then You and Your Friend from the On The Night concert, where Mark plays wonderful blues.
The live version from On The Night 1993 is something so special. Check it out. Or the Mandela Gig 1989 at wembley. Both astonishing. All versions are tbh.
Dire straits dominated Australia on their Brothers In Arms tour 85/86 they did 50 shows in early '86 ,They sold 2.5 million tickets worldwide 900000 in Australia.
Ok here we go, I’m 74 years old just a year younger than Mark and I’ve seen them twice live way back in the 80s & 90s at number 3 Telegraph Road, 2 Brothers in Arms and at Number 1 Sultans of Swing (Alchemy Live) version. If you haven’t already done it will blow you away.❤
Love your channel and your feel for the songs. Terrific reviews. Look forward to your comments . Beautiful emotional song with a brilliant guitarist Mark Knopfler. Thanks for your review
Brothers in Arms was written about the Falklands war between Great Britain and Argentina in 1982. This affected all in our country at that time, as well as our friends in Argentina. People (mainly soldiers) tragically died, warships sunk and this had a big affect on Mark, which was the inspiration of this song. Dire Straits and the Police were from the North East of England and were two of the biggest bands in the world back then, playing the largest stadiums.
After a friend of Mark Knopfler died in the Falkland War her wrote this song from the perspective of a deadly wounded soldier. Be safe and thankful for all our brothers in Arms. EfG
This entire song, aligned with the amazing video is truly a work of musical genius, as much like a work of art as anything you'll find anywhere from any genre. Mark's genius is clear to see for all of us. His songwriting, his musicality and his storytelling are virtually like no other.
Since you asked, other suggestions: First, the live version of "Brother in Arms" as well as "Private Investigations", both from 'On the Night' (1993), as well as "Once Upon a Time in the West" from Alchemy live, and the official music video for "Lady Writer".
You have to see the Live version of this which includes a much longer solo. You will need a lot of Kleenex too. B.I.A. Dire Straits - Live " On The Night" 1993. Also recommend Private Investigations from the same concert where he plays accoustic, Spanish style. Its incredibly haunting.Love your channel and reactions. Cheers from Australia. 👍🎸🎸👍
This is a beautiful song much like Billy Joel's Goodnight Saigon . Can listen to anything from Mark Knopfler. He is more Country Rock since Dire Straits disbanded in 95. Bu t still has his signature Style. Nothing like getting your Money for Nothing and Your chicks for free. Lol 🚜🤠🐂
A very emotional track for a lot of people. Fantastic composition though. One of my favs off this album is Your Latest Trick. If you like sax, this is for you.
For my money, no one could make the guitar sing and cry like Knopfler. Plus, the poetry of the lyrics are unsurpassed. Telegraph Road was the peak, but this was heartfelt and heartbreaking.
There is no song better than "Telegraph road".) You turn it on, close your eyes and cry. There is also "Romeo and Juliet". I didn't like it for a long time, and then one day I turned it on - and again there was great sadness from the cheerful music and the manner of "singing" a sad story, then I turned on a live performance - and there was an incredibly sad version of this song with a saxophone.) In short, these Dire Straits are cool guys.)
I am not a musician and can't comment on the best guitarists of all time - but I can tell you my FAVORITE guitarists of all time: 1 Alex Lifeson 2 SRV 3 Mark Knopfler 4 Jeff Healy 5 David Gilmour 6 Gary Moore 7 Ritchie Blackmore 8 Carlos Santana 9 Jeff Beck 10 Peter Frampton
He has a very distinctive guitar sound, doesn't he? When Weird Al asked to do a Dire Straits parody, Mark said yes so long as he could play guitar on it! Still, I am going to recommend the Home Free acapella cover of this song, for a very different take which is equally affecting. Or, for more by Dire Straits themselves, try _Romeo_ _and_ _Juliet._ Either way, enjoy!
This is the shortened video version, it has two minutes trimmed off the end. The track on the Brothers in Arms LP (also available on UA-cam) is actually two minutes longer and feels more complete to me. Awesome track.
Thank you for the reaction. Yes, this song is Mark’s reaction to the horrors of the British involvement of the Falkland war. I must join the previous comments: if you want to listen to a far more touching, emotional, brilliantly executed live version of this beautiful song, you must listen to Brothers In Arms live On The Night 1992. His guitar is crying…
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This song is phenomenal and the guitar work is PERFECT! Love Dire Straits!!
Mandela 1988 version is must,with Eric Clapton..
You should listen to Romeo and Juliet by Dire Straits.
This is the best version: ua-cam.com/video/nvLzmxOjqVE/v-deo.html
"Romeo & Juliet - Dire Straits 1986 Sydney LIVE pro-shot"
Mark Knopfler can truly make his guitar weep.
Like Rory Gallagher 🔥 🎸🎶🎼 🔥🔥🔥
The core message here, I believe: "we're fools to make war on our brothers in arms"
Absolutely right!!!
You can recognize that Mark is playing in a second. Nobody sounds like him.
Only David Gilmour can play such emotional and soulful guitar solos like Mark Knopfler!
Correct.
Agree 100%
Agreed
Clapton, and Santana both can play sparringly and VERY Soulfully!!!
Totally true!
This song was inspired by the Falklands War, which was going on when Dire Straits lead singer Mark Knopfler wrote the song. The Falklands War was a conflict between Argentina and the UK over islands off the coast of Argentina that each country claimed rights to. The islands are British territories, but in 1982 Argentina tried to reclaim one of the islands. Britain reclaimed their territories, but lost 258 soldiers in the conflict.
In this song, Mark Knopfler sings about a soldier who is dying on the battlefield, surrounded by his comrades, who remain by his side as he slips away. It's a look at the folly of war and the plight of those who fight them. "We've got just one world but we live in different ones," he told the BBC. "It's just stupid, it really is. We're just foolish to take part in anybody's war."
Luitnent Lewis R.I.P. This is who it's about.
No exaggeration, one of the greatest songs ever, musical genius.
For me this is one of the best songs ever made
Mark's phrasing, and most importantly the silent spaces he leaves is quite unique and unlikely to be repeated.
Exactly!!! 💯
This anti-war song was inspired by the loss of British soldiers in the 1982 Falkland's War.
Mark Knopfler is a virtuoso making his guitar elicit emotions and (as you pointed out) knowing when to play and when not to play. With Dire Straits he was the main driver but with his solo work and collaborations in more recent years he does a masterful job of allowing other musicians to take the lead throughout songs - but in all cases his guitar work is superb. Too many to list - but check out some of his post Dire Straits stull.
Hauntingly brilliant. ❤ Mark Knoeffler amazing every time.
I grew up listening to Dire Straits because it's my dad's favourite band. Telegraph Road, Romeo and Juliet, Sultans of Swing... great songs on our family road trips!
You're making me feel old. I can still remember buying the Brothers in Arms album from the music store in the mid-80s... and I still have it.
Steve, fine review as always, this was composed after the Falklands war but it would reflect any war over the ages, take care buddy.
He penned this song after he lost a friend to the war. Sad.
May they all RIP 🙏😔
You need see live version of this.... either On the Night or Nelson Mandela birthday version
Second this
Mandela
Mandela concert was a masterclass in how to play live I was in a local sports social club and even the live band stopped to watch the set for an hour
Usually you are pumped up, this time it was great to see you affected by the sentiment if the music. Great reaction as usual!
Give me chills every time; and the way he can make his guitar weep! Mark wrote this song in response to the Brits involvement in the Falklands war (1982): He actually lost a friend in that conflict, which might explain why he seems so emotional whenever he performs this one during concerts. Speaking of which, you are missing out on a brilliant live performance of this track (and signature spine-tingling solo) if you don't check out their live performance of this track from "On the Night". The song is written from the perspective of a mortally wounded soldier. In 2007, Mark rereleased the track and dedicated the proceeds to those still suffering from the effects of that conflict. The last line of the song is often overlooked, but is perhaps the most important, "we are fools to make war on our brother in arms"; I understand he meant this in the broadest sense, 'brothers' denoting our fellow man.
Written during the Falklands War from a comment Mark Knoeffler father said.
This beautiful song makes me cry every time I hear it. I have lost friends and family in senseless wars and not much ever changes.
😞
The song, the vocals, the guitar and video are perfect
Mark Knopfler & Emmylou Harris - Done With Bonaparte (Real Live Roadrunning | Official Live Video) ua-cam.com/video/7NYhTwLCT-Q/v-deo.html
I love this song, I have it on a. Cassette tape of the same name. He can really make that guitar cry. Me too
The marriage of music and visuals on this video are as perfect as any you can get.
Dire Straits music is part of my life..I always tear up hearing this..Mark is so gifted, yet so humble. Thank you for your reaction Stephen..I could tell it took your breath slightly..liking your channel ..
Thanks so much and so glad you are enjoying the content! Have a great day!
Thank you for a thoughtful and detailed review. I watch many reviews of musicians on YT, particularly Dire Straits - I particularly enjoy yours. You have a true appreciation of music, musicians and production, and it shows. Thanks again and keep up the great work!
Really appreciate the kind words and so glad you enjoyed it! Means alot! ❤️
First thing I noticed since your amazing Sultans of Swing video was that you know his name now. :) Nah, nobody can know it all - it's cool that you like him. Another awesome video from you. Thanks that you do these older songs many of us hold very dear.
By the way, I don't know how many years have passed, but this song is still on my ringtone, and I still don't get tired of it!!) That says a lot!!)
Such a haunting tune. Brilliant
Mark is a master of his craft you need to listen to some of his solo work. Sailing to Philadelphia.
I love their "Private Investigations" and "Romeo and Juliet" is laid back. But they have some great rockers, "Sultans of swing", "Walk of life", etc.
To duet with your guitar, amazing.
Its about the Falklands war in 1982.
I've been listening to Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits for 45 years, and they are my go-to band to play during a long drive. The way Mark gets his guitars to talk is amazing. You need to listen to "Are we in trouble now" to truly appreciate his guitar artistry. Enjoy
You really need to watch the Home Free version of this. Geez!!
Good reaction 👍
The song is about war, you're right.
Mark Knofler was born and raised in Great Britain (UK), you probably know all about it.
His childhood was in Scotland, where the country is divided into The Highlands and The Lowlands.
Mark wrote this song while the UK was at war with Argentina over the Falkland Islands, which lie offshore from Argentina.
The islands are British soil.
British soldiers are the soldiers in the west who have been in the most wars because no country in the west has been in as many wars as the UK has.
The USA has never been in any war without having special troops from the UK with them as allies. Since the USA became independent on July 4 in 1776, the USA and the UK have had a tradition of standing side by side when there are wars.
The British are always at the front together with the soldiers from the USA when there is war and the people in the USA forget that all too often.
Great Britain's special forces are often referred to as the world's best special forces, but everyone agrees that they are among the best in the world along with the special forces from the United States.
So people in the USA should remember that as the USA has lost its sons and daughters in wars, mothers and fathers in the UK have also lost their sons and daughters side by side with the American soldiers.
In this war over the Falkland Islands, no other nation intervened in the war.
Uk land on the other side of the world was invaded and they solved the task themselves.
This was personal for the UK and the US along with the rest of Nato and the rest of the world's military powers did not interfere.
Beautifully said
This is sung from the perspective of a wounded and dying soldier. Moving stuff.
So Glad Stephen You Did Official Video Version if Thus Song It's Far Better Than Album Studio Version As Faq As Mark Knophlers Guitar Solo. Hus Guitar Melody Us So Haunting & Touching it Moves Most to Tears Without the Lyrics Added 😢😢😢😢😢
There are some songs that are better live but I agree, the official music video of this one is best.
Every time I play this song on guitar and gets to the part of “But we live in different ones” it makes me drop some tears, amazing and deep song.
This song is the heritage of mankind❤❤❤. I heard it myself recently. This is a masterpiece! Thank you very much for your feedback.🥰
I say this every time i see a reaction to a Dire Straits song, no guitarist can make a guitar tell a story like Mark Knopfler does.
Oh man... I wish you reacted to the full (audio only) version. This one has the ending guitar solo and organs cut short. I think it's a crime they did this.
I’ll have to check out the longer version for sure! Thanks!
I really hope you do. I think this is edited for radio. It ruins the vocals to guitar solo balance for me. The orig. version's ending is just perfect 🤘
Mark Knopfler - Brothers In Arms (A Night In London | Official Live Video) ua-cam.com/video/Z3_HTGdLXL4/v-deo.html
No weep no feel.
This song was both a protest and a celebration of war and fallen comrades. Despite being about the Falklands war, it could be applied to all wars around the world, the stupidity and the devastation it causes, the pain and the unnecessary loss.
If you have served this really hits hard.
Tunnel of Love and Privat investigation
RIP Sam and Al. Much missed.
This song gets me every time
I think you would like another very emotional Mark Knofler song which he sings with Emmylou Harris 'If This is Goodbye' Mark wrote it about people saying goodbye during 9/11 💔
After leaving KISS, Mark Knopler really made his mark with Dire Straits. Legend! I love their song Romeo & Juliet.
As far as I am aware Mark Knopfler never ever played with Kiss.Before he formed Dire Straits he was in a not very well known band called Brewers Droop
btw agree, Romeo and Juliet is another fantastic song !
Yes Romeo and Juliet is one of my favourites too..but Telegraph takes some beating..in my opinion.! Saw 'Alchemy' in London..never to be forgotten
@@pianoboogieman7290, he replaced Ace Frehley for a while as the “Rabbit” character and co-wrote several KISS hits including “Bend Over for My Lovin’” “Swallow This,” and “Baby, Baby, Baby, Baby.”
@@ugadawgs1990 ….until you started making up non existent Kiss songs and characters I’m afraid the joke was lost on me ( the song titles were quite funny though !)
Check out the live version Wembley 1988, it’s a masterpiece. Eric Clapton joined the band as rhythm guitarist for this one.
Please play this for your dad and see his reaction
Definitely have to!!! 💯
Mark Knopfler is the greatest for me, his picking style and playing is unique, and so recognisable. I would suggest that you watch the live version of this from the On The Night concert, then You and Your Friend from the On The Night concert, where Mark plays wonderful blues.
Mark is a master of his craft and a master of sound.
The acappella group Home Free does a wonderful cover of this. Check it out for yourself, Steven.
The live version from On The Night 1993 is something so special. Check it out. Or the Mandela Gig 1989 at wembley. Both astonishing. All versions are tbh.
in my view the On the night version nails it
Dire straits dominated Australia on their Brothers In Arms tour 85/86 they did 50 shows in early '86 ,They sold 2.5 million tickets worldwide 900000 in Australia.
Ok here we go, I’m 74 years old just a year younger than Mark and I’ve seen them twice live way back in the 80s & 90s at number 3 Telegraph Road, 2 Brothers in Arms and at Number 1 Sultans of Swing (Alchemy Live) version. If you haven’t already done it will blow you away.❤
great reaction. You should do one of the live versions for a longer solo at the end where he really pours it all out
Great emotions from the guitar - "The man's too big, the man's too strong!"
Love your channel and your feel for the songs. Terrific reviews. Look forward to your comments . Beautiful emotional song with a brilliant guitarist Mark Knopfler. Thanks for your review
Really appreciate the kind words and thanks for hanging out! This was so incredible and moving!
I got to see them live way back. Nailed it the touch and tone!! Exquisite 😍😍
Check out Walk Of Life, Twisting By The Pool, and Skateaway.
Mark imbues his guitar with emotion like no-one else
This was written in the aftermath of the Falklands Conflict in 1982. But it is relevant to any conflict.
To me the 1988 live version from the Mandela concert is a killer.
Listen to “Why worry” another brilliant track.
Don't be afraid to cry.It's so emotional.
He is talking about Brother's in Arms , about soldiers on both sides and how they treat each other with compassion after the fighting is done.
Thanks for the insight and swinging by the channel! Have a great day! 😁
Brothers in Arms was written about the Falklands war between Great Britain and Argentina in 1982.
This affected all in our country at that time, as well as our friends in Argentina.
People (mainly soldiers) tragically died, warships sunk and this had a big affect on Mark, which was the inspiration of this song.
Dire Straits and the Police were from the North East of England and were two of the biggest bands in the world back then, playing the largest stadiums.
After a friend of Mark Knopfler died in the Falkland War her wrote this song from the perspective of a deadly wounded soldier.
Be safe and thankful for all our brothers in Arms.
EfG
This entire song, aligned with the amazing video is truly a work of musical genius, as much like a work of art as anything you'll find anywhere from any genre. Mark's genius is clear to see for all of us. His songwriting, his musicality and his storytelling are virtually like no other.
Since you asked, other suggestions: First, the live version of "Brother in Arms" as well as "Private Investigations", both from 'On the Night' (1993), as well as "Once Upon a Time in the West" from Alchemy live, and the official music video for "Lady Writer".
Thanks so much! Very much appreciated and can’t wait to hear more from them!
@@setonhillstudios Thank you! 🙏
Dire Straits. Probably my #2 behind Yes.
You have to see the Live version of this which includes a much longer solo. You will need a lot of Kleenex too. B.I.A. Dire Straits - Live " On The Night" 1993. Also recommend Private Investigations from the same concert where he plays accoustic, Spanish style. Its incredibly haunting.Love your channel and reactions. Cheers from Australia. 👍🎸🎸👍
This song will tear your heart out.
There are two songs that get me teary-eyed.
This and Bruce Springsteen's "The River".
Mark Knopfler's guitar sound on "You and your friend" during the "on the night"- tour will give you shivers up your spine as well...
I’ll have to check it out! Thanks! 🔥
If you think this was good, you MUST hear the live version. This times 10 in emotion
True legends 👏
This is a beautiful song much like Billy Joel's Goodnight Saigon .
Can listen to anything from Mark Knopfler.
He is more Country Rock since Dire Straits disbanded in 95. Bu t still has his signature Style.
Nothing like getting your
Money for Nothing
and Your chicks for free. Lol
🚜🤠🐂
George Harrison of The Beatles wrote a song titled "while my guitar gently weeps".
This is the song i think of when i hear that title.
Check out the full version too. The guitar solo is longer - and therefore, better - there.
You'll love telegraph road Seton
It’s on the channel! Absolutely loved it!!!
@@setonhillstudios I'll go look
A very emotional track for a lot of people. Fantastic composition though.
One of my favs off this album is Your Latest Trick. If you like sax, this is for you.
Another classic Dire Straits song to check out is Private Investigations
This song is a masterwork that will endure as long as we do. Maybe longer.
For my money, no one could make the guitar sing and cry like Knopfler. Plus, the poetry of the lyrics are unsurpassed. Telegraph Road was the peak, but this was heartfelt and heartbreaking.
Everything fits perfectly in this song
Dire Straits "Private Investigations" LIVE (On the Night, 1993) - epic!
There is no song better than "Telegraph road".) You turn it on, close your eyes and cry. There is also "Romeo and Juliet". I didn't like it for a long time, and then one day I turned it on - and again there was great sadness from the cheerful music and the manner of "singing" a sad story, then I turned on a live performance - and there was an incredibly sad version of this song with a saxophone.) In short, these Dire Straits are cool guys.)
I am not a musician and can't comment on the best guitarists of all time - but I can tell you my FAVORITE guitarists of all time:
1 Alex Lifeson
2 SRV
3 Mark Knopfler
4 Jeff Healy
5 David Gilmour
6 Gary Moore
7 Ritchie Blackmore
8 Carlos Santana
9 Jeff Beck
10 Peter Frampton
Shewee!! Definitely an incredible list right there! 🔥🔥
@@setonhillstudios Roy Clark would be #11 and Eric Clapton #12
He has a very distinctive guitar sound, doesn't he? When Weird Al asked to do a Dire Straits parody, Mark said yes so long as he could play guitar on it! Still, I am going to recommend the Home Free acapella cover of this song, for a very different take which is equally affecting. Or, for more by Dire Straits themselves, try _Romeo_ _and_ _Juliet._ Either way, enjoy!
Love over gold Private Investigation
This is the shortened video version, it has two minutes trimmed off the end. The track on the Brothers in Arms LP (also available on UA-cam) is actually two minutes longer and feels more complete to me. Awesome track.
Thank you for the reaction. Yes, this song is Mark’s reaction to the horrors of the British involvement of the Falkland war. I must join the previous comments: if you want to listen to a far more touching, emotional, brilliantly executed live version of this beautiful song, you must listen to Brothers In Arms live On The Night 1992. His guitar is crying…
Great reaction check out Tunnel of Love - Wembley Arena 1985 16 mins of magic......
"War...what is good for? Absolutely nothing" so true and check out this song by Edwin Starr...best regards....
-We can see a classic scene with this song, on the TV show "Miami Vice" in the 1980's, (in last scene of the episode: 'Out Where the Buses Don't Run')
This one is special. Check out Once Upon a Time in the West.