Danny Cummings on drums is absolutely insane on this track. Could listen to this 24/7 Awesome piece of music.

I don't think I've ever seen a more on point live version of a song ever. I have watched this more than anything else on KZfaq. Mark Knopfler is simply the greatest musician you could ever wish to see.

Mark Knopfler may be the most famous person I’ve shaken hands with. Today is his 72nd birthday and I just read he’s working on a new album. Can’t wait! Speedway at Nazareth starts out like a gentle country tune but transforms into a blizzard of musical genius. I remember seeing it live before hearing the album it’s from. It was cool, but when the second part kicks in, I was blown away. That time I met him. I was invited backstage as I’d worked with Guy Fletcher. He showed us into a cantina, offered us beer and we sat down talking. Mark came in, Guy told him I was the one that had done that film they’d been talking about. “Oh, great! Hi, I’m Mark,” he said. As if I didn’t know. As if anyone wouldn’t know. He was calm, composed, friendly and had an aura of greatness. But then, this is the man behind Dire Straits. Don’t know if great people have this aura or if they develop it. Whatever it is, he has it. Mark was then on his merry way, but we were joined by the drummer, Danny Cummings. A fantastic fun, he was. Totally love him. All in all, a down to earth band, great people and mind blowing musicians.

I know nothing about guitar, so I started to love Mark Knopfler firstly as a songwriter and storyteller. But here the guitar is part of the storytelling. Can you imagine if we just had the lyrics-focused first half of the song? It would end with just "at the speedway at Nazareth I made no mistake." And you would think, "Good, but is that all the detail we're getting?" The instrumental fills in the rest of the details - the speed, tension, and exultation of the race at Nazareth. It tells you the whole thing. It's brilliant.

One of the best songs ever written.

The harmony of MK's guitar solo and the other musicians is a kind of magic...it's addictive.

This song is a masterpiece in my opinion!

When Mark staffs his band it is not enough to be good. It is even not enough to be very good or simply great. Mark only chooses the best! Everybody is locked in completely. Everybody listens and looks to the other musicians. This is perfection

Is it possible to die from too many Goosebumps because I have them constantly from the beginning to the ending of this song!

These kind of mind blowing instrumental/final solo´s is a trademark of MK. He did many times in DS and also in his solo career like this song. Really hard to stop listening. Thank you Mark!

I was the one who turned off the stop and go lights for the tunnel into Nazareth Speedway for the last time after there final Indy race. When. I listen to this song I swear I can smell the rubber from the race cars!!

Flawless. Mark plays effortlessly and conducts his band like the maestro he is. Everyone is synced perfectly and they move to a crescendo that brings tears to the eyes. What a remarkable performance. Have watched it now countless times.

Lost my dad (a life long fan of Mark) to covid a couple of months ago and this song he would have loved. The build shows marks skill to perfection and Danny on drums is a machine. I wish we could have listened to this together dad. 💔

Well here we go again, Mr Knopfler is a genius, those who say he isn't and there's not many if any, must be deaf, this is beyond magnificent. Respect and admiration to you Mark, and long may you reign ❤️

Musical harmony with guitar, lyrics and voice. I have nothing else to say but 10/10 .❤

BE AWARE FOLKS!!!!!!!!!!! This clip contain musical perfection across all instruments and participants

The outro is fantastic and addictive. Strange that this song never had the success that deserved

For the drummer to stand out in this company tells you how good he is.

Good Lord this is one of the best albums of all time! The chemistry between the Sultan and Emmylou is indescribable. I’m totally mesmerized!!

I've listened to this so many times now I've lost count. The emotion and unearthly sound Mark produces on that guitar, as he does on every song, is unequaled. Emmylou's silky smooth voice is a wonderment. It is this song that turned me on to her music so late in life. I feel privileged to have seen Mark live and only hope he decides to tour in the States again someday.

👏👏🙏Still making that guitar cry and sing! And Emmylou- still one of the most beautiful women in the world!

I so absolutely love this performance. The chemistry. The drive. The drummer!

That is not a band that is an orchestra, what a performance by the band outstanding

Of all the great artists out there who give me musical goosebumps - I have to say Mark is the absolute best at creating and stirring emotions. Every song - every drip of sound from his guitar and mouth is moving. Sometimes he mumbles and I dont know what he says - but Im into it. He's a blessing for everyone who's heard and appreciates him. As a guitarist and songwriter myself - Ive always set my sights on ppl like Jimmy Page and Jimi Hendrix but lately Ive come to realize Mark really shows what it means to be an artist. Those other guys do too of course but Mr K embodies what it means to get on stage and move people with music.

Knopfler makes the best music and attracts the best musicians. Brings tears to my eyes.God Bless.

I was lucky enough to see them in Dublin. Im a professional guitarist as in international touring, but after seeing and hearing the pure skill and musicianship on that stage that night nearly made me go home and burn all my equipment because I wasn't that good after all 😅

When MK takes the first note, everything is magically and there is no tomorrow ■□□■

After all these years... i still have goosebumps!!

Remarkable, I can watch this and then some, apart from the personal connection with time and place it is musical artistry, but then of course.. it's Mark Knopfler!

Another Masterpiece from Mark Knopfler, if this Song was a Painting it would be considered a Masterpiece 💚☘️

This may be one of the most powerful musical masterpieces ever created. It builds and builds with every instrument. Both this live version and the original cranked up with a pair of headphones is incredible. This particular album has so many amazing songs. It's the gift that keeps on giving.

This isn't just music. The song is like story. When you listen this it's like when children listen with open mouth story of life they grandpa. Amazing

What I love is that on this song, Emmylou takes up the rhythm guitar part, the supreme superstar just playing in the band, and does her job flawlessly.

I can’t stop listening. This song is like a drug. Amazing. Hooked.

How does this boy from the North of England capture the spirit of being American so much? It is a marvel.

This is Music. Real Music. That’s really all I wanted to say.

Mark's music is so intense that it doesn't need a show. You can close your eyes and let yourself be carried away.

The best version of Speedway At Nazareth.

Mark Knopfler and Emmylou Harris always.... take me to Heaven.....

*The Sultan and the Songbird are Master's of their own crafts, combined together they are pure Magic!*

LOVE THIS X1,000,000. Mark is one of the most expressive guitarists on Earth. And no one has more beautiful phrasing. He is CRIMINALLY underrated. And Emmylou is wonderful as always. My goodness she is so beautiful.

This is probably one of the best versions of this very song.And, for me, the best band that MK has ever put together. And Danny on the drums!

Unbelievable!! Can't get no better than that.x what a absolute legend of a musician.

MARK'S facial expression is so Focused and Committed and Emmylou the Two compliment each other which makes this song done ✔ to Perfection 🥰. A true Masterpiece 👍

This is the most melodic version of this great song. Riveting

brilliant

I feel it deep in my soul,❤‍🔥and I`m almost crying..

This piece, Mark and an amazing band, Danny Cummins pounding his guts with Mark celebrating his brilliance........ Thanks. This is what i like.

Danny Cummings, impressionnant 👍, quel beau moment de batterie.

Hi mark. Sorry for my bad english because i'm french and i have 16 years old. I'm verry fan of you, you gave me a motivation for play guitar. i love guitar it's the best instrument. And you are the best.

This is the best version ever by Knopfler. Pure ecstacy.

Two musical beasts singing and playing together. And on top of that, it's a beautiful song from Mark Knopfler's repertoire. I never get tired of listening!👏👏👏❤️

Danny hits it hard. Awesome...

Drummer kills it! Pounds those toms and every time he hits the snare the energy steps up a notch!

I remember way back when I got the Sailing To Philadelphia album just kicking back and working on something with this song in the background, when I suddenly realized that I was listening to a masterpiece! And then I heard this version! Can't love it enough!

I adore Mark and his magical guitar.

Mark Knopfler is great as always. Soulful guitar work backed by a very tight and talented band. Emmylou Harris even in her late 60s is cute as a button. Love her voice.

No matter what kind of electric guitar he plays his sound is unmistakable.

Why did The Algorithm bring this to my attention only now? I could have been enjoying this masterpiece for years by now.

This music, and Mark's guitar in particular, is a true mystical experience

I'm from Portland, Oregon! That one little snippet of the lyrics mentions my hometown!

I don't remember where I was on June 28, 2006, but it is certain that I was not where it should be... What a superb piece, once again. Thank you Mark, thank you Emmylou , thank you for this video too

Phenomenal musicianship. Outstanding performance. And that Danny Cummings! My gosh. Thank you Mark and gang

One of my favourite Mark Knopfler tracks. And that band made it look effortless. True musical abilities.

Me too, watched it many many times, If I want a cheer up, I put it on , i sing along and do the harmonics that Emmy Lou does and it don’t sound that bad, Love it , love it, What a pity I wont see it live. Just incredible. Shivers, tingling, just fantastic.

This is by far the best version of this great tune IMO!

If I was marooned on an island and could only have the music from one artist, it would be Mark Knopfler. He is so diverse and amazing with his lyrics, and an absolute master of the guitar.

Those last three-plus minutes gave me goosebumps! "In the pocket" to the max.

Brilliant

Jesus what a song. That epic last few minutes you can just see the cars flying around the track. Mark, the universe speaks through your guitar. Many thanks.

I am not a musician and am in awe how all of these guys stay in sync. They all do their bit in harmony with the others. Brilliant.

All around brilliant..

You can close your eyes and you are always there, perfection exists

A race and a travel through the America described like a movie in a beautiful song by one of the best songwriter of all time. The perfect sound of the les paul characterized the epic, powerful, imaginative and awesome outro. Mark you are a real living legend!!!

you try, you suffer, you lose, you get robbed, but you fight on. and if that speedway at nazareth never comes for you, you know you did your best and had never quit.

Nothing beats this, what a masterpiece.

I've seem them live twice. No bills hit, no fancy clothes just exceptional music. I love it

Possibly the best song ever written........

Sensacional mark

Well obviously, Mark Knopfler 🙇🏻‍♂ But the outro drumming in this performance by Danny Cummings is what takes it to the next level imho. So much passion and perfection! 🔥

Epicest song ever! Sailing to Philadelphia is such a rollercoaster of emotions...

The end of the song is one of the best ever, Knofpler is a magician and of course he is the master

There are men who speak to the most affectionate and secretive part of our soul and so make it clear that you like to call on you: GOD BLESS YOU BEATIFUL MEN!!!

I do not think is any better than these two together. Mark you are the best ever! Keep up and entertain me!

I’ve said something like this below, but I’ve just watched this twice more. This might be the most on performance of any song I’ve ever seen.

The opening of this song gives me goosebumps every time. It sounds like Mark Knopfler captured the essence of Appalachia itself and the spirit of the moonshiners that raced down its backroads in the days that pre-dated NASCAR.

Wow...the biggest compliment i can give here is that even my ears are applauding..fantastic

Amazing sound quality from a live show, became my favorite song the first time I heard it and still is. Emmylou is the perfect blend of seasoning whoever's she works with she enhances everything perfectly. A world class band, and best singer songwriter ever, in my not so humble opinion.

Да, ребята... Какое мастерство, какое наслаждение!

Beyond Words syntonical Harmony, one among the best duo ever!

Stupendous

I suppose that it's something akin to impossible to steal the show from Mark Knopfler, or Emmylou Harris, but, damn... the drummer came close. WOW!

Speedway At Nazareth absolutely perfect

Fantastic Man!!!! Great Song!! 🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎶👑🦁❗🙋🇷🇸

Ho perso il conto sul numero di volte che ho ascoltato questa meravigliosa composizione dal finale trascinante, coinvolgente, travolgente! Grande Knopfler e grandi anche tutti gli strumentisti!

5:45 look at the drummer! he and everyone are having such a great time on stage and I love to see that come back!!

Extraordinaire, mark knopfler est magistrale

It does not get better than this

THE BEST HI FROM BUENOS AIRES ARGENTINA

So powerful... Theses harmonies are so wonderful... I love that guy so much... We're lucky to live that time