Dire Straits – Dire Straits - is the self-titled debut album by British rock band Dire Straits. The album was first released in 1978 and marked the start of a remarkable career for the band. "Dire Straits" was released in the UK on October 7, 1978. The band Dire Straits at that time consisted of Mark Knopfler (vocals, guitar), David Knopfler (guitar, vocals), John Illsley (bass) and Pick Withers (drums). The album was characterized by its unique musical style that combined elements of rock, blues and country. Mark Knopfler's signature guitar playing, often referred to as fingerpicking, was a prominent feature of the band. The album was a huge commercial success and brought Dire Straits international recognition. The song “Sultans of Swing” became particularly well-known and became a hit and was placed in the charts in many countries. Dire Straits' music was influenced by various influences, including rock 'n' roll, blues and jazz. Mark Knopfler was an accomplished guitarist and songwriter who skillfully integrated these different styles into the band's music. The album received widespread praise from critics and was praised for its craftsmanship and insightful lyrics. Mark Knopfler's songwriting was particularly highlighted. In addition to "Sultans of Swing", the album also contains other notable songs such as "Down to the Waterline", "Water of Love" and "Wild West End". "Dire Straits" laid the foundation for the band's long-lasting career, which would release a number of successful albums in the coming years. Mark Knopfler and his characteristic guitar technique became a trademark of Dire Straits and had a lasting influence on rock music. The debut album remains an important milestone in the history of rock and placed the band in the annals of music history. Tracklist A1 Down To The Waterline A2 Water Of Love A3 Setting Me Up A4 Six Blade Knife A5 Southbound Again B1 Sultans Of Swing B2 In The Gallery B3 Wild West End B4 Lions Bass – John Illsley Drums – Pick Withers Engineer – Rhett Davies Rhythm Guitar – David Knopfler Vocals, Lead Guitar, Rhythm Guitar, Written By – Mark Knopfler Translucent vinyl Matrix / Runout (Label Matrix side A): 9102 021 1 Matrix / Runout (Label Matrix side B): 9102 021 2 Condition: LP / VG+ (only fine, flat, thread scratches from the years without effect) OBI / VG+ (wrinkles) Cover / VG+ (wrinkles) nice Booklet /VG+(a little bit yellow on top, hard to see) Please understand that there are individual differences in perception the pictures and the description of the condition, is the scope (what is not !! at the pictures or description of the condition is not included) and the state of the LP or Single…! ★★★ The Debut "Must Have"! From Dire Straits ★★★ ★★★ Each LP/Single is washed again with a special record washing machine (see picture) before it is sent (this machine is of course not included in the scope of delivery) ATTENTION : Since it is possible to rate the seller negatively for things (shipping costs, comments, delivery time, tracking numbers...) in the rating system at Catawiki. although this has 99% nothing to do with the quality, packaging... of the item, we ask you to read everything related to this offer carefully, quality, shipping costs.... . If any of this is not to your liking, please do not bid! (This is of course clear to every real collector, but obviously not to some buyers, see reviews) . If something should not be right with the quality of the articles offered by us (with over 6000 sales so far 4 times, as of 09/24) please contact us so that we can give you a replacement, or... can give . We want you to be just as satisfied as many thousands of our other customers An offer exclusive from the seller : BLACKGOLD-MEMORABILIA Thank´s for your interest. Check out our other rare items in current and future Auctions at Catawiki ★★★ Delivery to Lithuania, Portugal,Bulgaria and Norway only by Express Post ★★★ No delivery to Gran Canaria ★★★ No delivery to the Arab region ★★★The B/W photo Of dire Straits is not included in the scope of delivery and is only used for documentation.