Dire Straits

About

Formed in London in 1977, this iconic British rock band brought together talented musicians Mark Knopfler, David Knopfler, John Illsley, and Pick Withers, launching a successful career that spanned nearly two decades. With a brief hiatus from 1988 to 1990, the group remained active until 1995, producing a legacy of memorable hits. Mark Knopfler's distinctive guitar work and vocals were central to the band's enduring appeal.

Geographic Reach

United States 325

Italy 165

Netherlands 132

Brazil 95

Spain 66

Switzerland 59

Belgium 47

United Kingdom 44

Germany 39

Canada 32

Chart Positions by Country

United States 325 plays #131

Italy 165 plays #41

Netherlands 132 plays #15

Brazil 95 plays #18

Spain 66 plays #11

Switzerland 59 plays #18

Belgium 47 plays #26

United Kingdom 44 plays #115

Germany 39 plays #96

Canada 32 plays #53

France 31 plays #99

Australia 29 plays #26

Poland 27 plays #27

Austria 23 plays #85

Russian Federation 23 plays #119

Slovenia 20 plays #21

Czech Republic 19 plays #50

Greece 16 plays #87

New Zealand 15 plays #13

Croatia 14 plays #54

Romania 14 plays #34

Denmark 13 plays #35

Peru 13 plays #41

Colombia 12 plays #105

Serbia 9 plays #100

Sweden 9 plays #50

Argentina 8 plays #37

Israel 6 plays #83

Portugal 6 plays #45

Ukraine 6 plays #77

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