First Reaction To Dire Straits Sultans Of Swing Alchemy Live | Shocked!!

Hey guys please check out my first ever reaction to Dire Straits Sultans of swing. That was definitely an amazing solo performance and it was a great first introduction to dire straits for me!
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[@jjc5407]

Dire Straits were probably the biggest band in the world in the mid 1980s when their Brothers in Arms album sold 30 million copies. Here's just a few suggestions from an extensive catalogue: Check out other live performances such as: Brothers in Arms (1988 Nelson Mandela Tribute Concert) I Think I Love You Too Much (1990 Knebworth Concert) You and Your Friend (1992 On The Night) Also check out Mark Knopfler's (singer, songwriter, lead guitarist) solo work and duets such as: Boom Like That! Song for Sonny Liston Sailing to Philadelphia (with James Taylor) If This is Goodbye (with Emmylou Harris) There'll Be Some Changes Made (with Chet Atkins) Oh, and Mark's film soundtracks too: Wild Theme and Going Home (From Local Hero) Once Upon a Time...Storybook Love (From The Princess Bride) Altimira (From Altimria)

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Wow thank you! I’m taking notes 📝

[@MegaGameHunter]

I'd add Tunnel of Love, Telegraph Road live performances

[@gmp3809]

Watch the original lineup with his brother David and the legend drummer Pick Withers. Google or search here. Dire Straits Rockpalast 1979 live. You'll totally see great musicianship from the original beginnings.

[@Elizabeth-yp8re]

Also, Stevie Ray VAUGN, Texas Flood, el Mocombo

[@gmp3809]

@@Elizabeth-yp8re who? Oh yeah

[@kderinoglu]

The drummer Terry Williams is one of the best drummers I have ever seen in my 47 years of life, if not the best. He's phenomenal in this concert. The man has to be given the credits he very well deserves.

[@silas2350]

Cant believe i had to scroll this far down to find a comment about Terry, absolutely unreal performance and his chemistry with Mark is just a joy to watch. An absolute legend in the game at peak performance right here 10/10 just dont cover it.

[@brunoberardi4815]

The drummer went off the rails on this one, he was on another level, as well as the guitars

[@patelk3648]

The drummers father wasin the audience ...watching him play for the first time.....he gave his everything 🎉

[@peterborchers410]

Seen 1000 times, enjoyed 1000 times every millisecond. A live performance out of this world.

[@squint04]

No matter how many times I've seen this video, I still say WOW!! Terry Williams looks like he's "fighting evil and winning" while playing drums on this song!!

[@moniqueleroux2198]

Knopfler's guitar tone is unmistakable with that finger picking! He's a perfect example of when less is more... He gives his music space to breathe.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Yes!

[@sometimeslyrical]

Very apt description... space to breathe!

[@chrissaunders4703]

You explained knopflers style perfectly

[@firstfreonwarrior]

The very best of Great Britain. We were so lucky to grow up with this wonderful music.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Agreed

[@jeffstevens4262]

You've just listened to one of the world's truly greatest singer/songwriter/performers in the shape of Mark Knopfler leading Dire Straits, one of the greatest EVER UK exports to the world back in the late '70's and '80's. As a side note, this was the first time the drummer Terry Williams had played in front of his family at a live gig. He didn't do too bad did he? lol

[@Oxter]

Is that true Jeff? Great if so! Puts the cherry on the cake for that performance, amazing!

[@getawaycampers3412]

Between April 85 and April 86 they did a world tour .. And I mean WORLD. 248 shows ! No one has ever come close .. each show 30-40-50000 people. 18 nights in Sydney all sold out. Phenomenal…

[@mickmilinkovic2145]

It was 20 nights actually and I went to 3 of those nights,

[@pamelajohnson6199]

He makes it look so damn easy, smiling throughout. And his vocals are hot!

[@chrislind57]

Master of the guitar is an understatement.. He is literally one of the greatest of all time on the guitar.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

I believe it!

[@spaltersar]

Prince was asked how it feels to be the greatest Guitar Artist on the planet. he answered: "I have no idea, ask Mark Knopfler"

[@adelhoudrouge215]

@@spaltersar , I like this answer about Prince.

[@adelhoudrouge215]

That's right ...

[@blwilson1000]

@@spaltersar they asked clapton that same question and he answered io dont know why dont you go ask David Gilmour..... hehe

[@J0hnny8ravo]

Bro, you're right: it's almost impossible for someone's fingers to move that way! Terry Williams on drums was like God walking the earth. Once is not enough, you have to listen to this a few more times to observe all the instruments there, I'd say this is one of the top ten live performances ever! Just think of doing this live in one take, no dubbing, no nothing! Just pure talent and skill!

[@stevenobrien3763]

One of the greatest ever live performances by a band of all time IMO. Everyone at the top of their game but Knopfler and especially Terry Williams on drums are on another level👍👌❤️

[@aidiess]

best live performance I have ever seen ! phenomenal - a classic for posterity !

[@kumasenlac5504]

Their 'Telegraph Road' from the same concert is up there with this performance - touched by genius.

[@eturfrey]

Absolutely brilliant. Mark Knopfler on lead guitar, watch Telegraph road from the same concert.

[@hammer221271]

Yes!! You must

[@martinstubbs7974]

Yes absolutely the masterpiece that is aTelegraph Road from the same concert

[@laurajack139]

Yes please watch Telegraph Road on alchemy live! Awesome!

[@judgetoogood1033]

Simply the best live performance ever. Simply the best.

[@sherylstone8804]

Mark Knopfler is one of my favorites. He has perfected a rare finger-picking style of playing that makes his guitar sing. I can listen to him play for hours. Their best work is found on the albums as only a couple of songs made for radio play.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

He’s amazing

[@collage1959]

@@RadJarrettTheIntrovert The 2 Lead Guitarists In This Band Are Actually 2 Brothers. Mark Doing The Solo's And Singing Is The Older Brother.

[@grimreaper-qh2zn]

@@collage1959 Not true. David Knopfler left the band way before. The second Guitarist is Hal Lindes, who also left to be replaced by Jack Sonni. Bass is john Illsley the only original member with Mark Knopfler of Dire Straits. The drummer is ex Rockpile Terry Williams. Keyboards were Alan Clarke who went on to be Tina Turner's Musical Director and Guy Fletcher who is still with Mark today.

[@TheLjff]

As others have said, both "Romeo and Juliet" and "Brothers in Arms" showcase the sheer beauty of Mark's guitar playing. The latter will move you to tears!

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

You want me to cry on camera! Lol but no i will add it as well

[@ImadSul12]

Dont forget tunnel of love

[@Elerad]

Mark Knopfler is one of the best you'll ever come across, man, and this performance ranks somewhere in the top tier in my opinion. Glad you enjoyed it so much.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Somewhere in the top? There’s people better than him? 🤯

[@mindyourownbusiness5515]

@@RadJarrettTheIntrovert Have you heard Comfortably Numb by Pink Floyd? One of the very few solos that can top this one.

[@grahamtravers4522]

@@RadJarrettTheIntrovert Jeff Beck, Martin Taylor ...

[@Gabrielnobre]

@@RadJarrettTheIntrovert Everyone has a taste, but we can say that there are people equal to him, people together with him in the TOP of all time.

[@lharrill7229]

Notice how little Mark looks at his guitar while playing. He makes it look so effortless. He's a huge talent. One of the best.

[@martinseymour4907]

Terry Williams was a crazy drumming machine! Lucky enough to see them twice whilst he was drummer...crazy energy!

[@laureanoruizstefenel1028]

Dire Straits is an amazing band, and Mark Knopfler is god level on guitar lol. He made me fall in love with the guitar and start playing. Definetely check out more of their stuff, you wont regret it!

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Mark is definitely god level on that thing. I agree

[@KNOPFLERSGOD]

The whole concert is incredible, the band were on top form, and Mark was untouchable at this point of their career. Listen to any song from this concert called Alchemy, try Tunnel of Love next.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Taking notes 📝📝

[@MichaelBarbush-bk7ek]

I liked tunnel of love at Wembley

[@boguslawpiskorz2208]

Rumors say that at the audience on that night there was a father of the new drummer, Terry Williams. To see his son appearing onstage for the first time ever. I say "new drummer" because on the studio album they had another one. I must confess that to me, the drummer steals the show. Probably he impressed his dad, too.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

You’re right. I realized how good the drummer was on my second listen. Idk how i missed him the first time.

[@williamjones6031]

The studio version of this is one of the best songs for cruising. It's nice that you enjoyed it so much.🤗 What I love about this clip is how much fun they're having. Making your living like that wouldn't suck.

[@johnnyringo1949]

No pick. All fingers. Awesomeness

[@damonhines8187]

He also wrote the title song forTina Turner's "comeback album" 'Private Dancer', although another fingerstyle legend Jeff Beck contributed the instantly identifiable solo.

[@tanya4025]

Yup one of my faves.. more please.... "Walk of Life" and "Money for Nothing" either or i think BOTH the music videos and Live..they won several awards back in the 80's👍💫

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Taking notes 📝

[@davidwalker5054]

You can just tell by the way they are smiling at each other that they know they are on fire and that this is going to be their night and they are going to give the audience something they will not forget

[@maggieshevelew7579]

I was lucky enough to see Dire Straits in small venues just as they were becoming famous. Seeing Knopfler play live is an incredible experience. We were front row in a small club. So close we got all their autographs, and even the playlist from one of Mark’s amps. Will never forget it. Knopfler has such a unique way of playing. His finger picking style is like no one else. His guitar just sings. He’s never gone after the spotlight and shies away from too much exposure. But those in the industry know he’s one of the greats. Unlike other bands whose sound can suffer a bit when playing live, his solos are legend. One of the best live songs is Tunnel of Love. His solo on it will take your breath away. And it’s great whether you listen to the studio version, or live. You’re choosing some really fantastic music to react to, and here you’ve discovered another of the greatest rock artists of all time.

[@alabhaois]

Rad-glad you could see this!! BTW, Knopfler (the lead guitar player) is an introvert, too. So am I, for that matter. 😎 New subscriber!!! 🎸🎸🎸

[@dolphin8077]

The master at work. Knopfler is one of the most iconic guitar hero of all. Please do Telegraph road from alchemy too

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

📝📝

[@bbrow12]

Telegraph Road from Alchemy

[@SoulForty5Music]

Mark Knopfler is one of my fav guitarists of all time.. Dude just made it look so incredibly easy.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

He sure did

[@martinseymour4907]

Was lucky enough to be at this gig with my girlfriend...Still very clear in my head...Just a mad gig...Terry Williams was not human! Amazing drummer!

[@user-qv9iw9mm2w]

Another generation realizing what we have know for over 45 years. Mark Knopfler is simply the best ever. I can't believe how many of these guys have never heard of Dire Straits.

[@LesSmith45]

Bro you just witnessed greatness! I remember when this song came out in 1979 wham I was 18 and knew it was special then. This version is pure greatness

[@PapaShongo25]

Mark’s amazingly intricate guitar compliments is straight forward and calm vocals. Every song with him is like a dance between the verse and his guitar

[@michaelmisczuk1188]

I make all kids of faces playing "Inky Dinky Spider," and Knopfler easily smiles through what is a difficult song to play. Greatness.

[@rsmathangi]

Even though one of my absolute favorites is "Romeo and Juliet", every Dire Straits song is an experience. Another one I like a lot is "Why Worry".

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Thank you, taking notes 📝

[@alabhaois]

Another comment: anything from their live album Alchemy is great. Telegraph Road is a fantastic song and highly recommended. 🎸🎸🎸

[@emmaemery1099]

Thanks for playing this great song!!

[@mikejackson19828]

The drummer is crazy! 👍

[@stonemansteveiii3135]

Mark Knopfler is probably top 5 all-time on the guitar!!

[@mojavered1273]

Lead guitarist/ singer: Mark Knopfler. Guitar playing level : Pinnacle. Especially since you realize that he plays mostly (as he did here) without a guitar pick. The guy is a master of his craft, right up there with the likes of Eddie Van Halen, David Gilmour, Joe Satriani, etc. Really enjoy your reactions man. Thanks for them all. Peace. 🤟

[@joppejoppsson9604]

Now you need to watch telegraph road from the same concert, alchemy live!!!

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Tanking notes 📝

[@shipitobattousai9796]

Great reaction. I would absolutely recommend 'Telegraph Road' next, also from Alchemy. Then go for other great songs like Tunnel of Love (Alchemy version), Private Investigations (Live in Basel is a good version IMO), Brothers in Arms (Music for Monserrat or Live in Nimes versions are good IMO), Money for Nothing (there are many good versions out there, but the Music for Monserrat version is somehow special with Sting on vocals, Phil Collins on drums and Eric Clapton as accompanying guitar!!). These are probably the most famous DS songs (also Romeo and Juliet and Walk of Life which are also great but I wouldn't personally include them in my top 10 DS songs). Then there are other less known 'gems' like 'Where Do You Think You're Going', 'Planet of New Orleans', and many more

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Thank you for the recommendations. I will add them to my list 📝

[@TelfordO]

"That guy is good" no he was and is the best, I was at this concert it really was great.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

I can only imagine!

[@aidiess]

If you were there you were privileged because you will never see it's like again ??

[@TelfordO]

@@aidiess Hammersmith Odeon, London 22/23rd July 1983, two days after my 19th Birthday. Seek out the entire live Album it beats there otherwise studio recorded stuff.

[@August377]

"Beautifully Sad." Perfect. Subscribed.

[@wolfstrela]

Brothers in Arms - another amazing Dire Straits song.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Did this reaction. Loved it

[@wolfstrela]

@@RadJarrettTheIntrovert Oh, sorry. I couldn't find it in your videos. Is there a link somewhere?

[@mitziesanders9840]

Was introduced to Dire Straights in the late 70’s. An amazing band. Unlike so many, hard to pigeon hole them to a year, or a decade. They were truly original.

[@rojavida]

My suggestion for a next step is Telegraph Road from the same concert. If you thought this one was good, Telegraph Road is a step up. It’s a tour de force of emotion, excitement and pure musicianship.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

📝📝

[@kenklassen9577]

Great reaction...perhaps the best Rock performance in History...I have had this DVD for 10 years...GODBless...!

[@johnnyringo1949]

Sadly, Mark is not recognized as the guitar master that he truly is.

[@grimreaper-qh2zn]

He is by those who matter. He played with Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Steely Dan, Chet Atkins and loads of others.

[@lhpl]

Isn't that just because his music, like other music of the time, has faded into the background a bit? At the time, Knopfler was often spoken of as one of the greatest guitarists ever, along with people like Hendrix, Clapton etc.

[@johnnyringo1949]

Let’s hear it for Terry Williams on drums!

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Amazing musicians!

[@spaltersar]

Prince was asked how it feels to be the greatest Guitar Artist on the planet. he answered: "I have no idea, ask Mark Knopfler"

[@gwenfusco7292]

Your responses are so fun to watch! You are definitely in your element!

[@fannotafan1374]

You mentioned feeling sad.....it's crazy the emotions you feel from the pure musicality of it

[@jeanhorn8891]

Yes Dire Straits are brill. Mark Knopfler lead guitar was brill but the drummer never missed the beat. Interesting facts they played the whole set finger picking the guitar s no Plecks. Unbelievably Mark Knopfler was LEFT HANDED and he was playing a right handed guitar

[@krisfox3537]

Wait for it

[@lilianakarapas9112]

I am so glad Rad you so much enjoyed this great band Dire Straits. Mark Knopfler is the lead guitarist & he is a virtuoso & very versatile. Try Brother in Arms song.

[@raycornford283]

Great review - glad you have found Dire Straits. There's plenty more to love!

[@jennywren7822]

Mark Knopfler wrote the words, music, arranged it, sang it and played his guitar as only he can. All of this came from Mr Knopfler. A genius really.

[@grandfathergeek]

Because he makes it look so easy.

[@sometimeslyrical]

I've described Knopfler's voice on Sultans Of Swing before as "Dylanesque." Great contrast to the singing guitar. Great drummer here, too.

[@dixiereinhardt3949]

Every member of the band was insanely talented. How about the bongo player who never even gets screen time? WOW

[@williamwright5964]

This is my first time visiting your channel. You have a calm and special approach to reviewing songs. I'm a big fan of this particular song and of Dire Straits, but your straightforward style is what kept me here listening until the end. FYI: Mark Knopfler, the lead guitarist is also a talented songwriter. Check out Private Dancer performed by Tina Turner. Knopfler wrote it and contacted Turner, who he thought would express it best. While I couldn't imagine a better person to perform it, hearing Private Dancer will give you an idea of Knopfler's range. Many thanks...I'll be back!

[@kevindorenbach7082]

I’d recommend the Alchemy Live version of Telegraph Road from 1985…I think it’s amazing

[@johntuohy1867]

Totally dig how you dug that dude. Fair play to you.

[@russelljoslinjr4387]

Just so good!

[@okcdog5439]

Why Mark Knopfler never received the same level of acclaim given to Eric Clapton is beyond me. I always think about the lyrics from this song, "Check our Guitar George, he knows all the chords. But it's strictly rhythm, he doesn't want to make it cry or sing." when I listen to the song, "Brothers in Arms." Listen to that if you want to hear a guitar cry. It dissolves me every time I listen to it. Look for a longer version to get the full instrumental.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

I have it on my channel, very emotional song

[@carollandrum9223]

Mark Knopfler is a phenomenal guitar player.

[@soniasurija8880]

Dire Straits & Mark Knopfher the singer were one of my fav bands from the 80’s along with the brilliant David Gilmour of Pink Floyd. Best music came from the 60’s 70’s & 80’s

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

I haven’t gotten into the 60s yet but the 70s and 80s seem pretty dope!

[@adelhoudrouge215]

I hope one day Mark Knopfler and David Guimour play together !!!

[@lharrill7229]

Ho Lee Chit Dude. Check out the slap style Bass playing by Level 42. It's a game changer. Amazing stuff. I loved Dire Straits the minute I heard them. They were truly unique for the times. Had their own, very unique sound. I was hooked.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Taking notes 📝 and i can see why!

[@FolkSongsEtAl]

Nice review. Yes, Mark Knopfler was a real great of the guitar - and probably still is.

[@alankelsey949]

with no pick and using your fingers is so hard ,Knofler is a genius

[@2299jsimon]

The drummer is awesome also... this song rocks.

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Yes i realized this on second listen

[@neilcrawford8303]

Sultans of Swing was written about a band MK saw playing once in South East London. Mark Knopfler is for me the best guitarist out there. I've seen him several times at the Royal Albert Hall, London and the O2 in Greenwich. I've seen Clapton too, and MK trumps Eric for me. Not only is he a great guitarist, he's also a fantastic composer and lyricist. Listen to Telegraph Road, Romeo and Juliet, Tunnel Of Love. The composition and lyrics are just brilliant. If you want to hear another great musician, see KT Tunstall at work.

[@ralphhutchinson2354]

I love Mark's guitar playing but for me it is Stevie Ray Vaughn and Hendrix.

[@Coolrockndad]

Mark's a big Bob Dylan fan, so he sings like Bob.

[@johnflynn5044]

Lordy ! I hope the sound you get in the headphones is better than what we get !

[@pedraopeninha2232]

Mr. Mark Knopfler, please do more reacts to Dire Straits's songs, cause they are really good. Liked the way you respected the music. Its a masterpiece.

[@jimmcevers9443]

To continue the journey into the guitar Gods of the 70's check out Stevie Ray Vaughan "Texas Flood" Live at El Mocambo. Always a treat and I never get tired of it!

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

Nice! I will definitely check these out. Hopefully they are just as good

[@stevenf3565]

Imagine coming up to this guitar solo 💊😍🤯

[@jarmolehtonen9777]

Well he is nr1!

[@michaelmisczuk1188]

Very good review.

[@MichaelFoster1969]

I love the way people watching this and genuinely reacting for the first time think he's peaked - OK he's peaked now - OK now he's peaked - Holy shit he still hasn't peaked - OK I'm just going to go with it, I give in.

[@greglhoticom]

Master class....

[@feel4films889]

I highly recommend you to react to "tunnel of love" also from Alchemy live

[@RadJarrettTheIntrovert]

📝📝

[@ImadSul12]

Best song ever

[@pabmusic1]

Eric Clapton famously described Mark Knopfler as "the best of us".

[@flyingbeaver57]

Great that you enjoyed this. I hope you'll take a bit of time and listen to more of Mark Knopfler & Dire Straits - especially some of the other all-time classic live numbers, like "Telegraph Road," "Brothers In Arms" or "Tunnel of Love." This is some of the finest playing, finest soloing and finest music written and performed by the very best musicians that any of us have ever had the good fortune to hear and see in our whole lives. And that's not an exaggeration.

[@olabergvall3154]

I saw them live in the late 1980's. Crazy skilled band and many good songs to boot

[@janetteveronica402]

Great reaction, Mark Knopfler is amazing.

[@tomtrahan8485]

Great reaction!!!

[@edwardmeade]

Mark Knopfler is justifiably famous for his guitar playing, but he also was a master storyteller. For something totally outside of the Dire Straits vibe, watch his video of "Sailing to Philadelphia" where he teams up with James Taylor.

[@thekingcobra63]

The alchemy album was awesome.

[@krisfox3537]

Keep an eye on the drummer also. He's incredible

[@Orbitalmercury]

You need to react to them playing Telegraph Road Alchemy Live, same concert as this. It's even better. @Rad Jarrett The Introvert you will appreciate just how good Mark Knopflers finger picking style is on the electric guitar, something most people only do on acoustic guitars. That's how he gets so much beauty out of his playing his guitar. Alan Clark on piano and main keyboard, don't remember the second keyboard player. John on bass and Hal on Rhythm and Mark the leader and singer and lead guitarist and Terry Williams on drums. Try Telegraph Road Alchemy Live and also their official Brothers in arms.

[@32Omicron32]

Look at most guitarists then look at Mark Knopfler. Most look like they are working on their solos. They sweat with tons of arm movement and looking at the finger positioning. Mark looks like he is just having fun and makes playing the guitar look easy.

[@MegaKnightlord]

Telegraph road from the same concert is more than great

[@dlmullins9054]

Thanks for playing this one. Your sound is a little off but it may be my system. I am subscribing.

[@jamesbondbond8388]

Terry Williams on drums !!!!!

[@krisfox3537]

That's what gets you into the hall of fame

[@timhannah4]

May yo enjoy many more 💋