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This band outshines anything I've ever listened too , everyone a true professional in their own right , together they are DIRE STRAITS , thank you for a memorable performance.
Great reaction to one of the best rock tunes ever written. The song accompanies me for a lifetime. So much emotion, story-telling (rise and fall of an entire region, personal emotions of leaving it all with your loved one), just incredible. Great reaction to a song of my life. Thank you. Linus from Switzerland, born 1966
One of the greatest songs that describes the birth and growth of a town in the US, written by one of the UK's greatest song writers and guitar players - Outstanding song and live performance. Got to add - the ending, major chills!!!
Mark wrote this song after his tour bus traveled down the actual Telegraph Road, US Highway #23, that runs some 70 mikes along the border of Detroit. He and the tour bus driver had a long conversation about the rise and fall of a once great city. This song could describe any large city that has fallen into blight and decay.
I think everyone here is a star. They all go together and without overshadowing anyone. And best of all, they enjoy their work and infect you with their energy. There is not a single song on Alchemy that is not great. But telegraph road gives me goosebumps every time I listen to it. The last part transports me to a highway at full speed.
Mark Knopfler is one of a kind, his clean tone is perfect. His finger picking technique allows him great phrases, syncopes, with a clockwork precision. And all that in a LIVE SESSION. IMO this live version of Telegraph road is his masterpiece. And an iconic piece of 80s rock music.
Mark Knopfler, Lead guitar Hal Lindes, Rhythm guitar John Illsey, Bass guitar Terry Williams, Drums Alan Clark, Keys And for these shows, additional guest keys Tommy Mandel.
First encountered Dire Straits in 1982 and after all these years I can still enjoy the musical mastery of this band -- this is ranking high in my personal chart.
It's about the start, growth, and demise of Detroit by government. SULTANS of Swing & Telegraph Road are the rock Classics of the Classics. You all must check out the lyrics to bring Marks music to the next level. He makes the cosmos better and even serious or sad songs still leave you uplifted and happy. Incredible
I applaud your way of responding to this spectacular performance with enthusiasm and appreciation for all the elements that make this so epic. You're right that the performers are at the top of their game, here with Mark and Terry Williams being the highlights, and that the song takes us on an epic journey with beautiful pacing and variety along the way. Mark plays with incredible clarity, melodic quality and creative flourishes. It's the kind of solo guitar playing that very few guitarists can do--where the playing is like a singing voice going through a range of expressions, rather than just doing some fast playing with no substance to it.
You nailed it about substance as opposed to just shredding! Thanks so much for the kind words and the thoughtful comment! This is such an iconic performance from incredible musicians! 😎
@@gilfinzi922 I think technology serves a big part of that! People don’t want to put in the 10,000 +Hours it takes to become proficient at their instruments. Instead they want to press a button and have the computer do it for them! 🤦🏻♂️
I love your reactions! You have so much enthusiasm for every song you hear, and it is infectious. This song is a true Mark Knopfler classic. I've seen Dire Straits live, twice, many years ago, and they are all such talented musicians. I used to drive heavy trucks long distances, and listen to their cassetts and CDs constantly. Such excellent driving music.
That was superb and your manner of contributing was absolutely fine. The southern accent was soothing and complementary to the tone of the music. Great stuff. Sheffield, South Yorkshire.
It was a joy to watch you react to what is without doubt one of the best live performances EVER ! I was in a pub back in the day when I heard this sound come out of the Juke box - it blew me away ! It was Dire Straits who hit the ground running with Sultans of Swing. That was in 1978, and I don't think a day goes by that I don't listen to them. I'm now 77 years old. I was a teenager in the sixties which was the decade that ushered in the greatest music metamorphosis, and I got another crack at it tn the 70's with the phenomena that is Dire Straits !! - Keep em coming. Best wishes from across the Pond !
I'm glad you said this. AC doesn't get a lot of love (in YT comments) in the shadow of Mark and Terry, but there's a whole intricately woven question-and-answer going on between keys and strings throughout the performance.
Very true! Terry’s best moments came on Sultans and Telegraph however as you pointed out, Alan is who truly shines during this performance. His tempo changes are beyond beautiful and his part in the crescendo is brilliant! He deserves far more praise. Though John was the only active member from start to finish, Alan was very close in that I believe he only missed a year or so of not being an active member. He was that good and was the glue that kept the boys together.
Thank you for a great reaction man. Of all the people reacting to music, you are by far one of the best. Why? Authenticity. Knowledge and for offering genuine and realistic feedback. Love your work. Keep it up!👍🏻
Because it’s quite obvious you’re a musician and know your stuff, I love your analysis of the Dire Straits videos you’ve covered. You’re right in that bands from this era approached playing music live differently. Mark is an old soul and evokes emotion from his songs. This is his true gift. Yes, he’s an incredible guitar player but it takes a village and his band feeds off of one another, letting the music breathe with 10-15min songs. I often tear up watching Dire Straits live as they transcend beauty. This is the mark of musical genius and I really wish today’s bands had the courage to learn from the great bands of this era. Okay, enough from me. I love your channel and will continue to support it as we all need one another. Please keep up the great work.
Watched this 20 times since posted ... why? because your reactions, emotions showing, obvious pleasure in feeling this song's tempo, dynamics and syncopation changes, and insightful comments raises our appreciation to new levels. Your reactions are contagious and genuine. Thanks again. I should add that the ways that you react and respond should be watched by all other reactors as to how this should be done. Adding value and genuineness is a great way to teach others.
Milton that makes my day! Sharing my love and passion for music is why we started this channel and it’s so motivating to see others are benefiting from it! Thanks so much for the kind words!
I knew Dire Straits from before they hit the big time. They became and remain my favourite band. Not only is Knopfler one of the greatest guitar players of all time, but his writing is top notch. The poetry in some of the lines is extraordinary. "Running every red light on memory lane" is one that will always stick with me. Also, he was surrounded by class performers, from guitar, to keyboard, to drums. I was lucky enough to be at the Alchemy concert between deployments with the Royal Navy, and was actually present for the night they recorded Sultans. I recall feeling hollow, almost empty during the track, but by the end I was filled with such joy and appreciation.
Thanks so much, greatly appreciate it! This was such a killer performance! The whole band was spot on! Once again, we truly appreciate your support! It helps us out tremendously! Have a great one!
@@setonhillstudios Thank you; your reactions actually enhance the experience during watching, my emotions go crazy on this performance. My issue now is trying to find the next recommendation worthy of your investment of time, but I know this performance puts everything else to shame. Thanks again.
Every band member, a master of their craft. Loved the reaction. Please check out Tunnel of Love ( Wembley 85) for what I consider one of the best guitar solos ever. Keep 'em coming. 🤟😝
Thank You Australasia is even better in my opinion. One of the ultimate solos ever. In my opinion, of course. The Wembley one has less of a story and seems to wandering around aimlessly to a degree. The Australasia version has more of a story to it and more emotional note choices and phrases. I don't want to sound pretentious, but it's true. The whole concert is on UA-cam.
For some reason when I watch the young Mark Knopfler, I'm always surprised that he is as talented as the older Mark Knopfler. How can such a young man have so much soul?
Holly crap! Born in '85! That year I was on two of Dire Straits' concerts. 11th and 13th of May, if I remember correctly. Two concerts at two totally different venues, one on a stadium, one in a closed arena, two totally different feelings, even playlist was a bit differen. In total I've seen five of their concerts and then another four of MK as a solo artist. Enjoyed evrry second of every one!
“Mark Knopfler has an extraordinary ability to make a Schecter Custom Stratocaster hoot and sing like angels on a Saturday night, exhausted from being good all week and needing a stiff drink.” ― Douglas Adams, So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish
I was in Hammersmith Oden West London that night back in 1983 aged 29. Today aged 69 it’s still out of hundreds of concerts attended in my top three along with Led Zeppelin Earls Court 1975 and Queen Wembley Stadium 1986
@@setonhillstudios thank you I’ve been lucky seem some great bands and artists over the years it’s fun to see someone appreciate and get so much pleasure from truly talented musicians at the top of their game. Knopflur is one of my favorite guitar players along with Gary Moore SRV and Jimmy Paige. Try checking out Gary Moore Red House it won’t disappoint you.
This the settlement of the US. Form exploration to 80s depression. Mark has to be one of the greatest singer/songwriters /musicians of our time. DS "Tunnel of love" is a story about Marks hometown. It's as important a piece as any on the ALCHEMY album, also check Private investigations, Romeo & Juliet. The whole album is excellent. I feel sorry for today's youth that missed out on this style of class.
@@setonhillstudios Check it out, if you can find the actual "full" recording, the album is only part of the experience but I don't know that the full is on 'film' only on "tape" but it's worth hunting out👍
Bob Segar's Live Bullet is another good one. He did the whole album by recording a two night concert venue at Detroit's Combo Hall. Too bad he didn't have the forethought to record a video as well.
I actually live on the Telegraph Rd. in Michigan that Knopfler wrote this song about. It is said that the group was in the Detroit area to do a show & were driving along Telegraph Rd. one day & he was amazed at how the road just went on & on without end.
Michigander here. I absolutely hate Telegraph Road, aka US Highway #23. I used to work in the Ford Headquarters building in Dearborn and I lived in Novi. They were doing construction on both I96 and I275 at the same time. I would have to go down Grand River to Telegraph and take it all the way down to Ford Rd. What a horrible drive. The traffic is so heavy and stressful and it was depressing as well. Its never easy to see a once great city fall apart. I am so glad I do not have to deal with that drive anymore.
@@objectiveobserver4278 US 24. But yeah...the gentrification is pretty strong downtown, but that's it. It's a damn cryin shame. What area did you move to?
As I said after Sultans, I was there, at Hammersmith, the whole thing was brilliant, even at age 18, I knew how good it was. This is such a complex piece that we didn't think they'd be able to play it live, how wrong you can be! This was the encore, I don't know how they played like that for 2 hours or more. Every musician was at the top of his game and the best in the business at the time. just brilliant, so glad you enjoyed it
New to your channel, but glad I found you! May I make a few suggestions for future Dire Straits reactions: The official video for ‘Money For Nothing’ from ‘Dire Straits (Live) - On The Night’ 1992, it’s one of the all-time best guitar riffs! Another mind-blowing (although more somber) track to check out is Brothers in Arms; I would suggest watching the official video first, and then checking out a live performance to appreciate Marks extended guitar solo improvs. I also really like the upbeat “Lady Writer”, which is a little shorter than some of their other tracks but very enjoyable, especially Mark’s signature style.
What I love about Dire Straits is not only their talent and ability to write and perform amazing tunes, its that they look like they are genuinely enjoying themselves on stage. As you said, they feed off each other and they also allow a moment for each member of the band to shine. They also feed off the audience with dips in the tempo that allows the enthusiasm of the audience to be heard. The entire Alchemy Live concert is fire. Telegraph Road, Sultans of Swing and Brothers in Arms really allows the band to bring everything they got to the table. However, there is another song, which you may know and have most likely heard, at least in part, that is best to review using the official music video instead of the live versions. Walk of Life is a song that goes back to the days when Mark Knopfler was just starting out, playing music as a busker in the London subway system. If you listen to the lyrics, he lists out some of the songs he would play or he alludes to them ("the song about the knife" is in reference to Jack the Knife). Not only does the video show the band playing a live performance of the song, it also uses sports bloopers to show you have to take your licks in life along with the high points. Hence, the Walk of Life. Mark's brother is also in the band for this video (white suit, purple head scarf, no shoes). The band is having so much fun in the video. It makes you appreciate the music even more. Warning: The music in Walk of Life is fresh and catchy and it will live in your head for a while. You may also find yourself belting out "Woooo-hoooo!" for no reason. ua-cam.com/video/kd9TlGDZGkI/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared Enjoy!
Terry Williams has to be one of the best drummers ever. Have a listen to Tina Turner's version of Steel Claw with Terry and Jeff Beck. Every single note from the drums means heaven to me.
I forgot the line up: Jeff Beck - Guitar and solo Terry Williams - Insane drums Alan Clark - Keyboards Hal Liden- Guitar John Ilsley- Bass guitar This must be what heaven sounds like.
Just found your channel when you reacted to 'Sultans of swing'. This is my 2nd video of yours. Subbed(ya had me at: "dedicated to all things music"). 🤘
Thanks for the sub! Yeah, we love checking out so many unique artists and genres. Hopefully we will put some performances up soon ourselves! Have a great one!
As long as they can play with true musician ship and talent I can listen to all genres. This is just great live music from my youth. The dynamics are great
I don't know if you noticed, but Dire Straits were one of the first bands to use wireless radio technology to connect to their amplifiers. I believe Pink Floyd did it a few years earlier. (Early 1980's)
@barryobrien2638 Telegraph Road is a significant 70-mile north-south route in Michigan. Mark Knopfler found inspiration for his song while traveling in the tour bus along Telegraph Road. Now at 80, I've witnessed numerous rock bands rise and fall, yet Dire Straits remains my unrivaled favorite Here, the absence of headbangers allows you to appreciate the music, which may sometimes be less than stellar. You're experiencing pure rock and roll, delivered by top-notch musicians. Dire Straits distinguished themselves from their contemporaries with their musical ethos; they played for mutual enjoyment, not just for fame or wealth.
Enjoyed your reaction, as a drummer I can appreciate the talent Terry has and to keep up rhythm throughout this song is difficult, great band, Mark Knopfler is so cool, love over gold is a great album.
@@setonhillstudios Please consider how triumphant the guitar is at the end of the last solo. There is the largest "disconnect" in one of Mark's songs, since his singing is rather melancholy... Somehow the guitar annnounces the success of the Telegraph Road! What do you think?
And you mentioned his unique voice, my dad did insanely good impressions. I was sung to sleep by Bob Dylan, Elvis, Johnny Cash, to name a few😊 but man, would he get pissed that he couldn't get Knoffler down😂
You guys are awesome. Knowledgeable and so passionate. This is a phenomenal reaction video. Keep it up, mate..! Best wishes to you from the UK. Liked and subscribed.
Mark’s brother is usually the rhythm guitarist. Don’t know why know why he’s not playing. However, kudos to DS for giving The Rock n Roll HOF the finger when DS was inducted. When you’re inducted you have to pay for EVERYTHING. From air fare right down to dinners & your seats. F that!
Hi I was fortunate to see 2 gigs on this tour- nothing different in each one- immaculate both times. Please have a look at “ Tunnel of Love” from Wembley, 1985, and also “On Every Street” live from 1993 Something a little bit different, but 20 years after this clip, they were as musically tight as ever! Best Wishes, keep these reviews coming! Dean
Thanks for reacting to this videos, the good music its somenthing never have to die, this kind of bands builded everithing we hear now on the music! You have to react to Money for Nothing (the studio version the 8 minutes long track), from Dire Straits too, it's an incredible song, trust me! Long live rock🎸
Love your reactions and your enthousiasm for this incredible band. I suggest next moving on to Tunnel of Love also from the Alchemy Tour and then the slower tracks which are also spectacular like Private Investigations or Romeo and Juliet. They simply have no bad songs.
Saw 'em live in '82, at Western Springs Auckland. They were huge here in NZ, where we bought more albums per capita than anywhere else on the planet ! I loved seeing a next gen guy enjoy my favourite Dire Straights song. I'm now going to be a cheeky Kiwi and request a Kiwi song....if you react to it, you'll have one more subscriber ! The song is called BE MINE TONIGHT by th' Dudes It features a three guitar melody at the end that I can't say I've heard something similar, in all my 62 years. Cheers from Downunder !!
Cheers! So cool that you had the opportunity to see them live! Such an insanely talented band! I’ll check out the tune and add em’ to the list! Appreciate you swinging by the channel! 🤘🏻
@@setonhillstudios I'll sub anyway because of your appreciation of TRUE talent. I listened to BE MINE TONIGHT again today, and I reckon if you listened to those guitars too long, you too will be addicted !!
One of the greatest songs ever and an amzing performance. Every time I hear this, the only song that comes to my mind that kind of evokes a similar feeling is Bruce Springsteen's "Jungleland". If you don't know that one, check it out.
My favorite song by them. Thank Goodness you didn’t do Sultons. This is soooo much better. The keyboardists a star. Mark finger picks! Oh yeah! He actually wrote this on the bus to Detroit on Telegraph Road. It’s a real road. It’s the story of the road. I’ve always wanted a Dobro.
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What an EPIC performance! That outro was straight 🔥 and the whole band was bringing it!
try out my favourite dire straits track: private investigations
@@juergenblaas6573 Appreciate the suggestion!
@@juergenblaas6573🔥🔥🔥
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I'm the lucky old guy, born in 1963.
That means i have hat the luck, to be listening to Dire. Straits from the beginning!
LUCKY ME!
Probably my favourite track by my favourite band and guitarist and song writer. Glad you enjoyed this unparalleled live version.
Absolutely!
Exactly the same for me mate
It competes with Romeo & Juliet for me.
This band outshines anything I've ever listened too , everyone a true professional in their own right , together they are DIRE STRAITS , thank you for a memorable performance.
They are one of a kind! 🤘🏻
You will never ever hear or see anything like this again 🥺
At least we got to see it once! So good! They were all at the top of their game! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
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I feel you and agree with you for the most part however you never know.. Until then, thank god for live videos like these.
Simply unbeatable Dire Straits brilliance...Stunning!
Such a great performance!
The greatest performance by a band, anywhere anytime..live ..no gimmicks..brilliant musicians..THIS is music
Great reaction to one of the best rock tunes ever written.
The song accompanies me for a lifetime.
So much emotion, story-telling (rise and fall of an entire region, personal emotions of leaving it all with your loved one), just incredible.
Great reaction to a song of my life. Thank you.
Linus from Switzerland, born 1966
That’s so awesome! Thanks for checking out the video ❤️
One of the greatest songs that describes the birth and growth of a town in the US, written by one of the UK's greatest song writers and guitar players - Outstanding song and live performance. Got to add - the ending, major chills!!!
💯 Such a killer tune and outstanding performance! Thanks for swinging by the channel! And that ending was straight 🔥
Mark wrote this song after his tour bus traveled down the actual Telegraph Road, US Highway #23, that runs some 70 mikes along the border of Detroit. He and the tour bus driver had a long conversation about the rise and fall of a once great city. This song could describe any large city that has fallen into blight and decay.
Wonderful ..brilliant..will never forget seeing them in concert
I think everyone here is a star. They all go together and without overshadowing anyone. And best of all, they enjoy their work and infect you with their energy. There is not a single song on Alchemy that is not great. But telegraph road gives me goosebumps every time I listen to it. The last part transports me to a highway at full speed.
True musicianship for sure! All of their parts and playing is so well done
Mark Knopfler is one of a kind, his clean tone is perfect. His finger picking technique allows him great phrases, syncopes, with a clockwork precision. And all that in a LIVE SESSION. IMO this live version of Telegraph road is his masterpiece. And an iconic piece of 80s rock music.
Mark Knopfler, Lead guitar
Hal Lindes, Rhythm guitar
John Illsey, Bass guitar
Terry Williams, Drums
Alan Clark, Keys
And for these shows, additional guest keys Tommy Mandel.
First encountered Dire Straits in 1982 and after all these years I can still enjoy the musical mastery of this band -- this is ranking high in my personal chart.
It's about the start, growth, and demise of Detroit by government. SULTANS of Swing & Telegraph Road are the rock Classics of the Classics. You all must check out the lyrics to bring Marks music to the next level. He makes the cosmos better and even serious or sad songs still leave you uplifted and happy. Incredible
I applaud your way of responding to this spectacular performance with enthusiasm and appreciation for all the elements that make this so epic. You're right that the performers are at the top of their game, here with Mark and Terry Williams being the highlights, and that the song takes us on an epic journey with beautiful pacing and variety along the way. Mark plays with incredible clarity, melodic quality and creative flourishes. It's the kind of solo guitar playing that very few guitarists can do--where the playing is like a singing voice going through a range of expressions, rather than just doing some fast playing with no substance to it.
You nailed it about substance as opposed to just shredding! Thanks so much for the kind words and the thoughtful comment! This is such an iconic performance from incredible musicians! 😎
you cant compare Mark to anyone, great reaction mate
Appreciate it! Such a beast!
lol, i was lucky, i was a teenager in the 70s so i grew up with talent, unfortunatly its all taletless today@@setonhillstudios
@@gilfinzi922 I think technology serves a big part of that! People don’t want to put in the 10,000 +Hours it takes to become proficient at their instruments. Instead they want to press a button and have the computer do it for them! 🤦🏻♂️
Because I am a bit older now, I am very grateful to have seen Dire Straits live four times. Outstanding.
Wow!!! That’s so amazing! Lucky you! What an incredible band and phenomenal musicians! Thanks for sharing!
Yes mee too - but only once in Basel Switzerland - it was so great to see them live! (ua-cam.com/play/PLDAFA54C2BAAE4046.html)
Only 3 times for me
Hammersmith odeon
Wembley arena
Wembley stadium
Awesome
AND THAT WAS JUST THE ENCORE TO THE CONCERT!
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Alchemy Live is the best live performance ever, the whole record
Thank you for your great description of this music masterpiece bro! How they have done so without the help of technology is just down to pure genius
I love your reactions! You have so much enthusiasm for every song you hear, and it is infectious. This song is a true Mark Knopfler classic. I've seen Dire Straits live, twice, many years ago, and they are all such talented musicians. I used to drive heavy trucks long distances, and listen to their cassetts and CDs constantly. Such excellent driving music.
Really appreciate it! At the end of the day, I just love music! Nice to meet you and thanks for swinging by! - Steven
That was superb and your manner of contributing was absolutely fine. The southern accent was soothing and complementary to the tone of the music. Great stuff. Sheffield, South Yorkshire.
Thanks so much for the kind words and glad you enjoyed it! Have a great one! 😁
It was a joy to watch you react to what is without doubt one of the best live performances EVER ! I was in a pub back in the day when I heard this sound come out of the Juke box - it blew me away ! It was Dire Straits who hit the ground running with Sultans of Swing. That was in 1978, and I don't think a day goes by that I don't listen to them. I'm now 77 years old. I was a teenager in the sixties which was the decade that ushered in the greatest music metamorphosis, and I got another crack at it tn the 70's with the phenomena that is Dire Straits !! - Keep em coming. Best wishes from across the Pond !
Everything I’ve heard from this concert has been incredible so far! Thanks so much for checking out the video ❤️
For me it's Alan Clarke on the keys that shines on this track. Terry Williams on drums on Sultans & Mark is always immaculate as it John I on bass.
They’re all so good!
Hal really gives it on this too!
I'm glad you said this. AC doesn't get a lot of love (in YT comments) in the shadow of Mark and Terry, but there's a whole intricately woven question-and-answer going on between keys and strings throughout the performance.
Very true! Terry’s best moments came on Sultans and Telegraph however as you pointed out, Alan is who truly shines during this performance. His tempo changes are beyond beautiful and his part in the crescendo is brilliant! He deserves far more praise.
Though John was the only active member from start to finish, Alan was very close in that I believe he only missed a year or so of not being an active member. He was that good and was the glue that kept the boys together.
Thank you for a great reaction man. Of all the people reacting to music, you are by far one of the best. Why? Authenticity. Knowledge and for offering genuine and realistic feedback. Love your work. Keep it up!👍🏻
Thanks so much, wow that really means a lot!
Because it’s quite obvious you’re a musician and know your stuff, I love your analysis of the Dire Straits videos you’ve covered. You’re right in that bands from this era approached playing music live differently. Mark is an old soul and evokes emotion from his songs. This is his true gift. Yes, he’s an incredible guitar player but it takes a village and his band feeds off of one another, letting the music breathe with 10-15min songs. I often tear up watching Dire Straits live as they transcend beauty. This is the mark of musical genius and I really wish today’s bands had the courage to learn from the great bands of this era. Okay, enough from me.
I love your channel and will continue to support it as we all need one another. Please keep up the great work.
Really appreciate the kind words and thanks for hanging out! 😄
i think Dire Straits were at their absolute peak during this time.
They were
Watched this 20 times since posted ... why? because your reactions, emotions showing, obvious pleasure in feeling this song's tempo, dynamics and syncopation changes, and insightful comments raises our appreciation to new levels. Your reactions are contagious and genuine. Thanks again.
I should add that the ways that you react and respond should be watched by all other reactors as to how this should be done. Adding value and genuineness is a great way to teach others.
Milton that makes my day! Sharing my love and passion for music is why we started this channel and it’s so motivating to see others are benefiting from it! Thanks so much for the kind words!
Yep! When I like a reaction and the person doing it, I watch the video more than once, I like and now I am subscribed.
@@objectiveobserver4278 Thanks so much for the sub and I’m glad you are enjoying the content! Really appreciate it! Have a great one!
One of my favorite performances / tracks ever
💯 So good!
Great reaction,I've honestly watched this performance at least 50 times.amazing.
I love how the audience sang the whole first verse
I'm so thankful this was recorded and we have it forever....
That's epic on all angles a band that knows how to play live music
I knew Dire Straits from before they hit the big time. They became and remain my favourite band. Not only is Knopfler one of the greatest guitar players of all time, but his writing is top notch. The poetry in some of the lines is extraordinary. "Running every red light on memory lane" is one that will always stick with me. Also, he was surrounded by class performers, from guitar, to keyboard, to drums. I was lucky enough to be at the Alchemy concert between deployments with the Royal Navy, and was actually present for the night they recorded Sultans. I recall feeling hollow, almost empty during the track, but by the end I was filled with such joy and appreciation.
Wow! That is so awesome! It is amazing how music can take us back to another time! Appreciate you swinging by the channel and sharing! 🤘🏻
@@setonhillstudios Always a pleasure to watch someone who knows his music appreciate real art.
Thank you for featuring this one. I thoroughly enjoyed your reactions and commentary, spot on as usual.
Thanks so much, greatly appreciate it! This was such a killer performance! The whole band was spot on! Once again, we truly appreciate your support! It helps us out tremendously! Have a great one!
@@setonhillstudios Thank you; your reactions actually enhance the experience during watching, my emotions go crazy on this performance. My issue now is trying to find the next recommendation worthy of your investment of time, but I know this performance puts everything else to shame. Thanks again.
@@IFRfun Thanks so much for the kind words! It is gonna be hard to find one as good as this one! Unbelievable performance for sure!! 🤘🏻
The best band ever, at the height of their careers…..simply perfection
Unbelievable and a joy to watch! Thanks for hanging out for a bit!
Saw them in Boston in their first American performance - just awesome.
Every band member, a master of their craft. Loved the reaction. Please check out Tunnel of Love ( Wembley 85) for what I consider one of the best guitar solos ever. Keep 'em coming. 🤟😝
So good! Thanks for the suggestion!
Thank You Australasia is even better in my opinion. One of the ultimate solos ever. In my opinion, of course. The Wembley one has less of a story and seems to wandering around aimlessly to a degree. The Australasia version has more of a story to it and more emotional note choices and phrases. I don't want to sound pretentious, but it's true. The whole concert is on UA-cam.
@@kentl7228 will track it down and watch..thanks
For some reason when I watch the young Mark Knopfler, I'm always surprised that he is as talented as the older Mark Knopfler. How can such a young man have so much soul?
Thanks for your reaction to a sublime song, my personal favourite from my favourite band. To many more songs!
No problem, thanks for swinging by and checking out the video!
Holly crap! Born in '85! That year I was on two of Dire Straits' concerts. 11th and 13th of May, if I remember correctly. Two concerts at two totally different venues, one on a stadium, one in a closed arena, two totally different feelings, even playlist was a bit differen.
In total I've seen five of their concerts and then another four of MK as a solo artist. Enjoyed evrry second of every one!
I love watching your reactions. Your enthusiasm is infectious and adds to the music we are listening to.
Really appreciate the kind words!
we used to smoke a giant blunt, turn off the lights, lay on the floor and listen to this concert, good times...
“Mark Knopfler has an extraordinary ability to make a Schecter Custom
Stratocaster hoot and sing like angels on a Saturday night, exhausted from
being good all week and needing a stiff drink.”
― Douglas Adams, So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish
So glad you get the GREATNESS! Thank you!
Don’t how anyone couldn’t! Phenomenal performance and band all around! Thanks for watching!
I saw him play a solo show in Indy about 20 yrs ago, and it was spectacular. It was at the Murat Theater.
Oh wow! I bet that was legit! So talented!
Uk music has and always will be the best and most original in the world.
This was incredible! Thanks for watching!
Excellent, fantastic, briliant. Loved your comments. The band was ok too. Joking ! Great video. Thanks again.
I was in Hammersmith Oden West London that night back in 1983 aged 29.
Today aged 69 it’s still out of hundreds of concerts attended in my top three along with Led Zeppelin Earls Court 1975 and Queen Wembley Stadium 1986
Wow! You’ve got to see some legends play live! So cool! Thanks for sharing! 😎
@@setonhillstudios thank you I’ve been lucky seem some great bands and artists over the years it’s fun to see someone appreciate and get so much pleasure from truly talented musicians at the top of their game.
Knopflur is one of my favorite guitar players along with Gary Moore SRV and Jimmy Paige.
Try checking out Gary Moore Red House it won’t disappoint you.
This the settlement of the US. Form exploration to 80s depression.
Mark has to be one of the greatest singer/songwriters /musicians of our time.
DS "Tunnel of love" is a story about Marks hometown. It's as important a piece as any on the ALCHEMY album, also check Private investigations, Romeo & Juliet. The whole album is excellent. I feel sorry for today's youth that missed out on this style of class.
Seems like the entirety of Alchemy is amazing!
@@setonhillstudios Check it out, if you can find the actual "full" recording, the album is only part of the experience but I don't know that the full is on 'film' only on "tape" but it's worth hunting out👍
@@Pomdownuder Yeah I gotta get on that for sure! Thank ya! 🔥
@@setonhillstudiosit's the BEST live album ever recorded!!!
Bob Segar's Live Bullet is another good one. He did the whole album by recording a two night concert venue at Detroit's Combo Hall. Too bad he didn't have the forethought to record a video as well.
Mark and Elvis are the coolest people to ever walk the earth :)
No doubt! Two amazing artists right there! 😎
The legends that are Dire Straits
If u really want to see Mark's guitar work up close, watch "Once Upon A Time In The West" from this same Alchemy concert.
Thanks for the recommendation!! Have a great day! 😁
I actually live on the Telegraph Rd. in Michigan that Knopfler wrote this song about. It is said that the group was in the Detroit area to do a show & were driving along Telegraph Rd. one day & he was amazed at how the road just went on & on without end.
Super cool! Thanks for sharing and swinging by the channel!
@@setonhillstudios ❤️😎🎶🎵❤️
Michigander here. I absolutely hate Telegraph Road, aka US Highway #23. I used to work in the Ford Headquarters building in Dearborn and I lived in Novi. They were doing construction on both I96 and I275 at the same time. I would have to go down Grand River to Telegraph and take it all the way down to Ford Rd. What a horrible drive. The traffic is so heavy and
stressful and it was depressing as well. Its never easy to see a once great city fall apart. I am so glad I do not have to deal with that drive anymore.
@@objectiveobserver4278 US 24. But yeah...the gentrification is pretty strong downtown, but that's it. It's a damn cryin shame. What area did you move to?
As I said after Sultans, I was there, at Hammersmith, the whole thing was brilliant, even at age 18, I knew how good it was.
This is such a complex piece that we didn't think they'd be able to play it live, how wrong you can be!
This was the encore, I don't know how they played like that for 2 hours or more.
Every musician was at the top of his game and the best in the business at the time.
just brilliant, so glad you enjoyed it
It was a killer performance! Even more amazing that it was at the end of such a long show 🤯
I will always be here for a Dire Straits reaction!
New to your channel, but glad I found you! May I make a few suggestions for future Dire Straits reactions: The official video for ‘Money For Nothing’ from ‘Dire Straits (Live) - On The Night’ 1992, it’s one of the all-time best guitar riffs! Another mind-blowing (although more somber) track to check out is Brothers in Arms; I would suggest watching the official video first, and then checking out a live performance to appreciate Marks extended guitar solo improvs. I also really like the upbeat “Lady Writer”, which is a little shorter than some of their other tracks but very enjoyable, especially Mark’s signature style.
MK composer, poet, lyricist, singer and the best guitarist ever. His work will go down in history.
No doubt! Such a beast! Thanks for swinging by the channel! 🤘🏻
Yes it will
He was also a teacher.
GREAT reaction.. you are indeed very good at what you do!!!!
That means a lot! 🙏🏻 Really appreciate it and glad you enjoyed it! Have a great one!
@@setonhillstudiosTotally deserved buddy!!❤
just ordered the DVD of this concert. Cant wait to watch the whole thing!!
Oh wow! Yeah I need to get that for sure! Have a great one!
Your head will explode from One upon a time to the anthemic Going Home. The BEST live album ever recordé. Enjoy it
This song is sooo f**king dope!
the best
Great reaction man! Congrats!!
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it and appreciate you swinging by the channel!
Industry decrease and it never rains is 2 of my favourites of Dire Straits 🎶🤘
It's "Industrial desease".
@@abiagio1 I was a bit tipsy when I wrote that lol
Got to listen to Brothers in Arms, the black and white music video. Emotional.
We’ve had a few requests for that one! Definitely on the list! Appreciate it!
What I love about Dire Straits is not only their talent and ability to write and perform amazing tunes, its that they look like they are genuinely enjoying themselves on stage. As you said, they feed off each other and they also allow a moment for each member of the band to shine. They also feed off the audience with dips in the tempo that allows the enthusiasm of the audience to be heard.
The entire Alchemy Live concert is fire. Telegraph Road, Sultans of Swing and Brothers in Arms really allows the band to bring everything they got to the table.
However, there is another song, which you may know and have most likely heard, at least in part, that is best to review using the official music video instead of the live versions. Walk of Life is a song that goes back to the days when Mark Knopfler was just starting out, playing music as a busker in the London subway system. If you listen to the lyrics, he lists out some of the songs he would play or he alludes to them ("the song about the knife" is in reference to Jack the Knife).
Not only does the video show the band playing a live performance of the song, it also uses sports bloopers to show you have to take your licks in life along with the high points.
Hence, the Walk of Life. Mark's brother is also in the band for this video (white suit, purple head scarf, no shoes). The band is having so much fun in the video. It makes you appreciate the music even more.
Warning: The music in Walk of Life is fresh and catchy and it will live in your head for a while. You may also find yourself belting out "Woooo-hoooo!" for no reason.
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Enjoy!
Thanks for hanging out with us and checking out the video! Thanks for the suggestion on that tune!
Great reaction. More DS please! Sooooo good!
Mind blowing, one of the best live performances imo
💯 So amazing! Thanks for swinging by the channel! 🤘🏻
"In the gallery" & "Romeo and Juliet" are great songs by Dire Straits as well.
Appreciate the suggestions! 🔥
Terry Williams has to be one of the best drummers ever. Have a listen to Tina Turner's version of Steel Claw with Terry and Jeff Beck. Every single note from the drums means heaven to me.
I forgot the line up:
Jeff Beck - Guitar and solo
Terry Williams - Insane drums
Alan Clark - Keyboards
Hal Liden- Guitar
John Ilsley- Bass guitar
This must be what heaven sounds like.
Mark is a storyteller ❤🎸❤🎸❤👍👍👍👍
💯 Such a beast on the guitar! 🎸
Just found your channel when you reacted to 'Sultans of swing'. This is my 2nd video of yours. Subbed(ya had me at: "dedicated to all things music"). 🤘
Thanks for the sub! Yeah, we love checking out so many unique artists and genres. Hopefully we will put some performances up soon ourselves! Have a great one!
Brilliant, i love watchin 1st reaction to this
Widh i could watch it again for the 1st time
Thanks so much for swinging back! Incredible performance!
As long as they can play with true musician ship and talent I can listen to all genres. This is just great live music from my youth. The dynamics are great
Also, Private Investigation live was epic.
Great band! Saw them live in 1991 in Glasgow! Superb! Such fab story tellers! Long before in-ear monitors were a thing, they just had floor monitors.
I don't know if you noticed, but Dire Straits were one of the first bands to use wireless radio technology to connect to their amplifiers. I believe Pink Floyd did it a few years earlier. (Early 1980's)
Oh wow! Nowadays it’s so common place I didn’t even notice. It’s wild to me that wireless guitar systems have been around that long! Crazy! 🤯
@@setonhillstudios Those transmitters were dangerous then too--heavy RF signal right on your kidney!
Yep! No distortion. The music is crispy.
Only Bob Dylan can match the story telling, similar tone of voice, but few can match the guitar playing with or without a pick.
He’s one of a kind for sure!
@barryobrien2638
Telegraph Road is a significant 70-mile north-south route in Michigan. Mark Knopfler found inspiration for his song while traveling in the tour bus along Telegraph Road. Now at 80, I've witnessed numerous rock bands rise and fall, yet Dire Straits remains my unrivaled favorite Here, the absence of headbangers allows you to appreciate the music, which may sometimes be less than stellar. You're experiencing pure rock and roll, delivered by top-notch musicians. Dire Straits distinguished themselves from their contemporaries with their musical ethos; they played for mutual enjoyment, not just for fame or wealth.
🎉🎉🎉. Brilliant
Enjoyed your reaction, as a drummer I can appreciate the talent Terry has and to keep up rhythm throughout this song is difficult, great band, Mark Knopfler is so cool, love over gold is a great album.
Thanks so much! Yeah they were on 🔥this performance! So amazing! Thanks for watching!
This was great and complementary to some other reviews. Thank you so much!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for checking us out!
@@setonhillstudios Please consider how triumphant the guitar is at the end of the last solo. There is the largest "disconnect" in one of Mark's songs, since his singing is rather melancholy... Somehow the guitar annnounces the success of the Telegraph Road! What do you think?
@@prbprb2 Great point and insight! Thanks for sharing!
Beautiful story telling
Dear world, you are welcome, love from Great Britain. ;-)
A performance so difficult to only watch once
Saw them live during the "Brothers In Arms" Tour in a small theater, epic show!
I bet it was, these guys are crazy talented!
So goood!! What a line-up today!!❤🔥 You rock!! Have a great day!!
And you mentioned his unique voice, my dad did insanely good impressions. I was sung to sleep by Bob Dylan, Elvis, Johnny Cash, to name a few😊 but man, would he get pissed that he couldn't get Knoffler down😂
🤣 that’s awesome!
You guys are awesome. Knowledgeable and so passionate. This is a phenomenal reaction video. Keep it up, mate..! Best wishes to you from the UK. Liked and subscribed.
Thanks so much, glad you’re enjoying the videos!
Mark’s brother is usually the rhythm guitarist. Don’t know why know why he’s not playing. However, kudos to DS for giving The Rock n Roll HOF the finger when DS was inducted. When you’re inducted you have to pay for EVERYTHING. From air fare right down to dinners & your seats. F that!
Wow! Thats so ridiculous having to pay all those expenses for receiving an award! 🤦🏻♂️
David quit the band a few years before this.
@@tynzolav Thanks for the update! 🤘🏻
Nice reaction👍
Thanks so much! This performance was killer! They were on 🔥
If youd been at the concert you would see that his brother David also did accompanying lead breaks too beside his rhythm backing
Oh so cool!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
Thank you for sharing. Was prilaged to be in the NEC that year and hear {and see) this performance. Rossini could have written this!
Hi
I was fortunate to see 2 gigs on this tour- nothing different in each one- immaculate both times. Please have a look at “ Tunnel of Love” from Wembley, 1985, and also “On Every Street” live from 1993
Something a little bit different, but 20 years after this clip, they were as musically tight as ever!
Best Wishes, keep these reviews coming!
Dean
Going home/Local Hero by Dire Straits. Review that.
Maybe the best classic rock band ever, at lest from the 80s, not just pop? 🤔😎 The LP's Wear just masterpieces!
Thanks for reacting to this videos, the good music its somenthing never have to die, this kind of bands builded everithing we hear now on the music!
You have to react to Money for Nothing (the studio version the 8 minutes long track), from Dire Straits too, it's an incredible song, trust me! Long live rock🎸
Thank you for watching! This was such an incredible performance for sure! Appreciate the suggestion, we will check it out! 🤘🏻
Great reaction 👍
Thanks so much!
Love your reactions and your enthousiasm for this incredible band. I suggest next moving on to Tunnel of Love also from the Alchemy Tour and then the slower tracks which are also spectacular like Private Investigations or Romeo and Juliet. They simply have no bad songs.
Thanks so much for the kind words and the suggestions! Phenomenal band! Appreciate you swinging by the channel!
Can anyone else make a stratocaster sing like MK does?
Shewee!! So good! 🤘🏻
Saw 'em live in '82, at Western Springs Auckland. They were huge here in NZ, where we bought more albums per capita than anywhere else on the planet ! I loved seeing a next gen guy enjoy my favourite Dire Straights song. I'm now going to be a cheeky Kiwi and request a Kiwi song....if you react to it, you'll have one more subscriber ! The song is called BE MINE TONIGHT by th' Dudes It features a three guitar melody at the end that I can't say I've heard something similar, in all my 62 years. Cheers from Downunder !!
Cheers! So cool that you had the opportunity to see them live! Such an insanely talented band! I’ll check out the tune and add em’ to the list! Appreciate you swinging by the channel! 🤘🏻
@@setonhillstudios I'll sub anyway because of your appreciation of TRUE talent. I listened to BE MINE TONIGHT again today, and I reckon if you listened to those guitars too long, you too will be addicted !!
One of the greatest songs ever and an amzing performance. Every time I hear this, the only song that comes to my mind that kind of evokes a similar feeling is Bruce Springsteen's "Jungleland". If you don't know that one, check it out.
Never heard of it, definitely have to add it to the list!
You need to listen to them dire straights Alchemy live Sultans of swing you will be amazed by them ❤
There’s a video of that one up on the channel as well!
My favorite song by them. Thank Goodness you didn’t do Sultons. This is soooo much better. The keyboardists a star. Mark finger picks! Oh yeah! He actually wrote this on the bus to Detroit on Telegraph Road. It’s a real road. It’s the story of the road. I’ve always wanted a Dobro.
Incredible song and performance! Thanks for watching!