Mark Knopfler

Biography

Born 08/12/1949

Best known as the founder and lead guitarist of the chart-busting English rock band Dire Straits, Mark Knopfler has also dedicated himself to an equally successful second career composing film scores. He was a late bloomer who worked as a journalist and a teacher before forming Dire Straits in...
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Filmography

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Awards

In 1986, received Grammy for Best Country Instrumental Performance
In 1986, received Grammy for Best Rock Performance By a Duo or Group With Vocal

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Highlights

In 1998, Played at the second "Chet Atkins Musician Days" in Nashville, Tennesee, backed by his "Golden Heart" tour band, plus guitarist Brent Mason
In 1997, Wrote score and played guitars as featured musician, in addition to producing the music for "Wag the Dog"
In 1997, Scored "Metroland"

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