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Bassist John Illsley also details how "emotionally exhausted" the band was in the days before their breakup.

Sonni was best known as "the other guitarist" on the band's Brothers in Arms tour.

Mark Knopfler stepped into a London pub one evening and discovered the subject of a hit song.

All six of the band's albums have been combined into an eight-LP collection.

Determined to get his band heavy exposure, Mark Knopfler borrowed ideas from one of the network's biggest acts.

Dire Straits frontman says only “three or four” people saw London pub show despite “fictitious” claims.

Dire Straits frontman recalls perfect match for Police counterpart’s voice - and doesn’t regret having to share writing credits.

Mark Knopfler recalls inspirations behind classic track from 'Brothers in Arms.'

Trevor Horn and Steve Ferrone in lineup that also features Alan Clark, Danny Cummings, Mel Collins and Phil Palmer.

The Cars, Bon Jovi, Moody Blues, Dire Straits and Nina Simone are the subjects of a new series of Garbage Pail Kids stickers.

Dire Straits will perform at their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction next week – but without frontman Mark Knopfler.

No artist really wants to be known for producing wholly shallow work, but a reputation for brilliance can pose its own set of problems after a while.