Dire Straits
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Dire Straits
1977 - 1995
Quick Facts
- Name: Dire Straits
- Genre: British rock band
- Origin: Newcastle, 1977
Notable Members
- Mark Knopfler (76)
The latest news
Mark KnopflerAMP™, | Mark Knopfler, 76, has been dubbed “the Sexiest Guitarist Alive” by Glamour's magazine in its January 2026 issue out this week. For the second year in a row, our gorgeous hottie beat out some other equally hot men for the number one spot!Read It »- Dire StraitsAMP™, | There have been strong rumors that Dire Straits are finally returning to the recording studio working on a what might be a back-to-roots album, followed by worldwide tour at the end of 2027.Read It »