More than 45 years ago, the iconic opening line of Sultans Of Swing first sounded over radios worldwide, giving birth to a new musical legend. Mark Knopfler, the virtuoso guitarist and talented songwriter, gave us a unique musical universe: the timeless music of Dire Straits.

Although it has now been over 30 years since Dire Straits broke up, their musical legacy remains alive and well. Their catalogue, filled with masterful compositions and groundbreaking performances, is among the most highly regarded from the heyday of rock music. With more than 120 million albums sold and continued growth in popularity, the band continues to attract a younger audience that rediscovers their music. This continued relevance was underlined in 2018 by their induction into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame.

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For the past decade, former Dire Straits member Chris White and singer-guitarist Terence Reis have brought Dire Straits' music back to life with The Dire Straits Experience. During this period, they played to sold-out venues, including the legendary Olympia in Paris and other venues in France. They stood before an audience of 25,000 at the 40th International Motor Meeting in Faro, Portugal in 2022, and performed in several countries including the Netherlands, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. Even in Maputo, Mozambique, they played to 5,000 fans in a sold-out venue. Their success and popularity have exceeded all expectations, earning them a prominent place on global music stages.

Chris White sums up their philosophy:
"It has to sound and feel as exciting and dynamic as when I toured with Mark and Dire Straits, otherwise it's not worth it!"