Dire Straits took shape in London in 1977, led by singer-songwriter and guitarist Mark Knopfler, alongside his brother David Knopfler on rhythm guitar, bassist John Illsley, and drummer Pick Withers. Their early sound was a stark contrast to the punk scene dominating England at the time—stripped-down, guitar-driven rock that focused on storytelling and musicianship. The band recorded a demo tape including the track “Sultans of Swing,” which quickly gained traction thanks to airplay by BBC Radio London’s Charlie Gillett. The buzz led to a record deal with Phonogram Records, and soon after, the band released their self-titled debut album Dire The post Complete List Of Dire Straits Songs From A to Z appeared first on ClassicRockHistory.com.