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Knopfler is a totally unique guitarist - you know its him in just a few notes. Smooth and elegant and effortlessly slinky. Great phrasing, tone, and musicality - he is always understated and classy while creating wonderful emotionality. He gives little glimpses of the ferocious speed he COULD play with, but always plays the right note at the right time. While he never really got the glory of a Clapton, Allman, or SRV, he is every bit their equal in his own way. Theres a reason hes always on THEIR best guitarists lists.

Such an understated and humble man. Even his melodies are subtle and unassuming. His whole vibe is very unpretentious and genuine. It looks like he's using about 11% of his skill level. True masters don't need to scream and shout for validation.

The drummer kept that whole solo going. That was awesome!

And please let's not forget the FANTASTIC drumming. All in all...simply excellent.

The nonchalance with which he plays this solo always gets to me. What a legend!

He has class and taste. Playing a million miles an hour is not what it's about. It's about how your soul feels after. Mine feels great after this song.

Every note counts. He is the Beethoven of the guitar. Every note is the only that could go there and is just right. His accents are pure gold and define the melody perfectly.

I must have listened to this version a hundred times and it STILL gives me chills. Inspiring and uplifting.

My 7 year's old son is a fan of Sultans of Swing, especially the Alchemy Live version. That makes me a very proud father!

The drummer is absolutely fantastic (outside the obviously legendary performance going on )

Born in the 40s I was lucky to grow up watching the best bands and performances. This guy is at the top for me and I saw Jimi Hendrix the Who and many others live.

I was always told that playing an instrument quietly was the mark of a good player. The quiet gentle playing here proves it. Never flashy, never ‘gilds the lily’ just pure class.

2:35 is Knopfler realizing that he's the coolest man on the planet.

The drummer and Knopfler were on a telepathic wave length there absolutely brilliant to watch Knopfler makes every note sing man his playing is so unique to him stunning guitarist.

Must have watch this a thousand times and still love every minute of it Mr Mark knopfler you are the very best

can we get a bit of love for the drummer in this?!

stunning, flabbergasting, foudroyant, knockdown, knocker, knockout, overwhelming, dazzling

MARK KNOPFLER ✨ Unmistakable, Unforgettable..simply the Best 👌 Master Class guitarist on planet earth 🌏!!

The best part of Mark’s attitude is that he’s never boasted about or of being a great guitar player or about his music. He’s too humble,to my eyes. I love his style in and off musical world. He just let his music speak. Let it speak for itself..and such a music. Man. Thank you for the music you make.

the man is a GENIUS and he FEELS every note

I first came across Dire Straits in 1978 when I watched them on BBC 2 and was blown away by the virtuosity of the the lead guitar. They were not famous then and shortly afterwards were booked to play a small university venue in my home town. I managed to get tickets, took my then fiancée, and since then, attending a number of gigs, have lived my life to the music and songs of Mark Knopfler. The years have flown by, accompanied by his artistry. They have been good years.

He just put a whole human life with all its rollercoaster emotions in a guitar ............

This is why I fell in love with Dire Straits the first time I heard them in 1978.✌️✌️✌️

Mark Knopfler is a musical genius. I love his artistic soul, his inspirational spirit, and his unique voice, creative style and the feeling of his music. He's my favourite musician of all time.

Whenever I feel old and sad I play this video and then I feel young and happy - thanks Mark Knopfler

I've always said it. This guy never got the recognition he deserves. He's in the same league as Clapton and many others.

MK is my all time hero. Not only is he a phenomenal guitarist but his songs delve into all walks of life. The Trawlerman, Private Investigations, Sultans of Swing, The slot machine man - 5.15am which tells of miner's strife in the North East. The Bar Owner, Delivery Men for Micro Wave Ovens, Whoop di do about a lost love and of course the infamous soldier song Brothers in Arms, not forgetting Shangri La and Local Hero. I have been a fan since 1979 and cannot understand why he doesn't get much air time on Virgin Radio and other stations.

I am nearly 80 and I simply adore this man and his guitar ,he is the best. Thank you.

A hundred years from now this will be seen as one of the greatest artistic performances of the 20th Century.

I'm 84 and have never played a guitar. After hearing Mark Knofler I now want to play one. Question have I left it too late. All I want to play is this tune. What chance is there of getting help from Mark? Stop dreaming and face reality. It aint going to happen wake up!

My phone Ringtone since 2007 ❤👌

I have to come back and re-watch this one a couple of times a year. Brilliant build.

Totally at ease........... Always a standing ovation from me. Simply another level. 1986 came to Tasmania. Best concert I have ever been to.

He never thought that is gonna be the best ever solo , that is why is magic .!!! Magical.!!!!!!

I hope the public at the show will remember this their lifetime

To me he is up there alongside David Gilmour as the two greatest guitar players of all time. They have this sheer elegance in common, and a ability to deliver the message with fewer notes, but always well placed. Their solos can always be sung, and that speaks volumes.

It is so beautiful. Brings tears to my eyes every time. And don't forget the drummer. What a precision!!

Mark Knopfler is one of the best, very humble and very underrated!

He's definitely the smoothest and soothing guitarist I ever heard. Love his style since I heard him on first album. Never get enough of his music. Always been very good

It's a pleasure to hear this man playing the guitar.

Not many guitarists can make you cry with joy like Mark does. He is simply, THE Greatest, forget the rest. The emotions he stirs up in a few simple chords is unreal, add to that his amazing storytelling in the lyrics of his songs and you have a master at work. Thank you for the music and the memories Dire Straits and Mark Knopfler.

The man doesn't even break into a sweat delivering the most iconic masterpiece of guitar perfection.

WONDERFUL.....AND THE MAGIC DRUMMER GIVING NERVE TO THE INCREDIBLE MARK.

In my opinion, Mark Knopfler is one of the greatest guitarists of all time. He may not be a technical wizard or play lightning fast, blistering solos, or create music which is nearly impossible to replicate and learn to play, all of which seems to be the criteria to be a "great guitarist" by most people's standards.. But Knopfler is an amazing songwriter and in general, he has a profound musical sense. He knows what to play, when to play it, and makes his guitar sing with such gentle elegance that it allows him to communicate so many emotions to his listeners with so few notes. Some of his guitar licks are so beautiful it makes me want to weep. It's a shame he is so underrated when it comes to most people's lists of the greatest guitarists.

Underrated and a genius. And so cool. Every guitar note he plays is just north of tone. I cry every time I listen. Thank you from an old 80s kid - you made me happy all my life. Every time.

Bei seinen solos kommen mir immer die Tränen..schwer zu beschreiben.. Legende

Mark Knopfler's music is so special. Amazing talent. Thank you ❤️ for sharing this Song ,it's amazing ❤🌬❤️

I fell in love with the man through this solo ... How he holds the guitar, how he plays it, how he stands there, how he looks with his mouth open... It's all a piece of cake for him. Hands free orga....

Gives me the chills every time.

This can bring me to tears.

One of the very best guitarists the world has ever seen a true master ..

Truly, "The Sultan of Swing".

Every time I hear him play I fall in love with guitar all over again!

Added a comment some years ....when i die the kids have instructed when the picture montage plays on a screen i want this instrumental masterpiece to be the musical back drop .... i wont be there but i will.hope my friends and family will enjoy the 4 minutes of both memory and music after .. .God Bless you all and consider it

Mark Knopfler.....one of the best guitar players of all time A unique spellbinding master. I have listened to him for almost 50 years, and I am amazed each and every time. He always makes it look so easy. He plays effortlessly. He is a genius.

He plays the greatest solo ever and looks like he's about to eat a sandwich. He's just incredible!

As someone said a year ago 40 years of listening to him and still mesmerised he is the best

Surely one of Best version, the solo alone is worth the price of admission, the Greatest Master Class guitarist ever SR Mk 👏

Mark's is the cleanest of the guitarings that I have ever heard.

Totally fell in love with Mark Knopfler when I heard the B side of Tunnel of Love... I don't think anyone can touch this man for style, skill, technique, story and melody. Not to mention energy and passion... absolutely the best guitarist ever, IMHO!

he is and he will always be the greatest guitar player on this planet

So effortless is his style. Look how he looks to each band member and acknowledges them! What a class act.

Mark never gets enough mainstream credit. Best guitar player of all time. No one can make a guitar sing like he can. When you can make a guitar sound like a violin and so many other string instruments like Knopfler could get back to me!

This is insane. No word just can't get enough out it

There’s making things look easy and there’s Mark Knopfler playing the guitar. A living legend.

How does he do it. Its magic . Simply the greatest of them all. Respect MK

The entire band seriously rocks

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Absolutely one of the greatest musicians of all time!!

This piece of music. This Mark Knopfler. I just can;t get enough of Knopfer's music. In particular this solo of him. Knopfer is a musical wonder. Listen to all the musicians working with him. They are such a outstanding musicians.

Fantastic moments listening to every bit of Sultans of Swing back in '78 master piece of all time.

Masterful. THE number ONE master of the electronic guitar.

He is one of very few , you know him with your eyes closed,!

He’s listening to each and every one of them for perfection while he’s perfect himself! Love watching these guys !!❤️💯

Greatest guitarists of all time

40 years of listening to this and I remain mesmerized by it to this day.

Quite possibly the best self taught guitarist ever ... consummate natural talent and soul ... music played for the love of playing good music, not just for commercial success ... awesome :)

Most people I talk to always have Mark Knopfler on the list of one of the greatest guitarists of all time. I don't ever hear people say he is underrated. He continues to amaze us with his music. Love this video.

at 2:49 when he smiles as he breaks into the sultans of swing solo is just pure gold

The fingers won't go where the mind doesn't take them. That qualifies Mark Knopfler as a bona fide genius in my book. God-given genius.

Gentle, quiet, unassuming giant of a legend. Knows exactly what he is and no need to scream it out or cause a scene. Just a musician.

I play this most evenings before bed - motivating and relaxing!

never gets old...a master in his element.

Dear God in Heaven, thank you for giving the world this man and all of his being! A TRUE GIANT, in the realm of music! I hope his life has been as good as the blood of life he brought to the field of music and audience's around the world, for what, forty-three years now! Bravo, to Mr. MK, always and forever! Thank you from all who have been in your presence!

This kind of music is like diamonds, wherein diamonds are forever. Just like the 80s that will live on forever and never tired of listening

Love Mark Knopfler, you could recognize his sound blindfolded

Don’t forget the drummer, what a team

Sultans of swing has one of the most lyrical solos I’ve ever heard. Knopfler’s clean tone is one of my favorites ever. David Gilmour is equally lyrical on many songs, especially Comfortably Numb, and his tone is also amazing.

In my mind, I thank my father on a daily basis for introducing me to Dire Straits. Probably one of best artists to have ever held a guitar!

Mark Knopfler - one of the most underrated guitarists of all time! 'Money For Nothing' with its iconic, opening shredding guitar riff unfortunately stole the spotlight from what this guy is truly capable of! I say this as a musician myself. What an amazing talent!

Le batteur est vraiment impressionnant, un régale ❤

Technique so smooth & clean ... I've said it before but it bears repeating, Mark Knopfler is the most underrated guitarists of all time

Absolute legend and a really nice guy.Inspirational.

This piece kicks off my weekend Everytime. Absolutely brilliant. ❤❤❤

Pure brilliance the man is a true legend and the people who play with him ,stupendous, Ray

The subtle communication between the drummer and guitarist is awesome

i come back to this quite frequently. Knopfler is just on another level. that playing, with his fingers, and little or no distortion is absolutely insane.

It's like he isn't even trying, but the feeling he puts into it oozes through that guitar.

I've watched this video so many times. What comes through most clearly, other than this guy is a master of guitar, is it is about the music...not about him. He just stands and delivers.