David Knopfler | |
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 Knopfler performing at Blacksheep Festival 2017 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | 27 December 1952 Glasgow, Scotland |
| Origin | Blyth, Northumberland, England |
| Genres | Rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, singer-songwriter, record producer |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals |
| Years active | 1977–present |
| Labels | Phonogram, Cypress, Peach River, Ariola |
| Website | knopfler |
David Knopfler (born 27 December 1952) is a British musician. Together with his older brother Mark Knopfler, John Illsley, and Pick Withers, he founded the rock band Dire Straits in 1977, serving as rhythm guitarist on their first two albums. After quitting the band in 1980 during the recording of their third album, Knopfler embarked upon a solo career as a recording artist. Knopfler initially created smaller record labels, publishing companies, and indie labels.