Mark Knopfler
Mark Freuder Knopfler is a British musician. He was the lead guitarist, singer and songwriter of the rock band Dire Straits from 1977 to 1995, and he is one of the two members who stayed throughout the band's existence, along with the bassist John Illsley. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest guitarists of all time.
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Background
- Born in
- Glasgow
- Educated at
- Gosforth AcademyHarlow CollegeUniversity of Leeds
- Awards
- 🏆 Officer of the Order of the British Empire🏆 Premios Ondas🏆 Steiger Award🏆 Grammy Award for Best Country Collaboration with Vocals🏆 Grammy Award for Best Country Instrumental Performance
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1949
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