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  1. On This Day: May 13, 1985 - Dire Straits Released Their Fifth Album Brothers in Arms

    On This Day: May 13, 1985 - Dire Straits Released Their Fifth Album Brothers in Arms

    On this day May 13, 1985, Dire Straits released their fifth studio album Brothers in Arms, a landmark record that became one of the most successful albums of the decade. Some sources state May 16 but most on the 13th. Known for its blend of rock, jazz and blues influences, the album featured the...
  2. On This Day: March 16 1984 Alchemy Live by Dire Straits Was Released

    On This Day: March 16 1984 Alchemy Live by Dire Straits Was Released

    On this day March 16 1984 Dire Straits released their first live album Alchemy Live. Capturing the energy of their 1983 tour the album showcased the band's musicianship with extended versions of their biggest songs. Alchemy Live reached number 46 on the Billboard charts and hit number one in...
  3. Dire Straits - Skateaway (1980)

    Dire Straits - Skateaway (1980)

    Skateaway music video by Dire Straits.
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    Dire Straits Released Making Movies on October 17, 1980

    On this day, October 17, 1980, Dire Straits released their third studio album, Making Movies. Known for its standout tracks like “Romeo and Juliet,” the album marked a shift towards a more cinematic sound that would influence their later work. It reached #19 on the Billboard Charts.
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    Today “Money for Nothing” by Dire Straits Hits #1 - September 21, 1985

    On this day, September 21, 1985, “Money for Nothing” by Dire Straits topped the US Billboard charts! This iconic track, with its unforgettable guitar riff and catchy lyrics, held the #1 spot from September 21 to October 11. The song also became a massive hit in Canada, where it reached #1 as...
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    On This Day September 5, 1986: Dire Straits Wins Big at the 3rd MTV Music Awards

    On this day September 5, 1986, Dire Straits’ iconic hit “Money for Nothing” took home the award for “Music Video of the Year” at the 3rd MTV Music Awards. It was a major win for the band, whose innovative video combined live-action and animation, pushing the boundaries of what music videos could...
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    June 24, 1985: Dire Straits Releases “Money for Nothing”

    On June 24, 1985, Dire Straits released their hit single “Money for Nothing.” The song quickly climbed the charts, becoming the #1 song in America from September 21 to October 11. Its success extended internationally, also reaching #1 in Canada. Featuring iconic guitar riffs and memorable...
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    Love Over Gold (1982)

    Title: Love Over Gold Artist: Dire Straits Genre: Rock Released: 1982 Tracks: 1 - Telegraph Road - 14:18 2 - Private Investigations - 6:46 3 - Industrial Disease - 5:50 4 - Love Over Gold - 6:17 5 - It Never Rains - 7:59 Overview: Adding a new rhythm guitarist, Dire Straits...
  9. Dire Straits - Money For Nothing (Official Music Video)

    Dire Straits - Money For Nothing (Official Music Video)

    REMASTERED IN HD!Listen to more music from Dire Straits here: https://direstraits.lnk.to/bestofplaylist Follow Dire Straits:Facebook: https://www.facebook.co...
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