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Mark Knopfler Discussion Forum / Re: DS Reunion at Glastonbury?

« Last post by border_reiver on July 09, 2025, 11:18:43 PM »

The 2002 charity shows were as close as possible to a reunion. Even though it wasn't on the official headline, yet to me, it still was NHB and DS up on that stage.

I mean, MK, JI, GF along with CW. Who else was missing in that lineup for it to not have been Dire Straits? 

DC was there as well

Of course. How could I forget! 

A very fond memory to have. One of the best shows ("Save the baby") I've been to.

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Audio and Video Vines / The Variety Club Silver Heart Award to MK 19th October 2006

« Last post by Simon (formerley known as Simon) on July 09, 2025, 07:25:59 PM »

Does anyone have a copy of the video or a link to it where Mark plays Wild Theme at the above event which took place at Newcastle Civic Centre? It was broadcast on local news at the time.

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Mark Knopfler Discussion Forum / Re: DS Reunion at Glastonbury?

« Last post by Rolo on July 09, 2025, 07:03:58 PM »

I think that Ed said that a DS reunion was never discussed or even mentioned.

Despite all 'bad things' that involves the Instituition RRHOF, in my opinion, I think that Mark, David, John, Guy and a drummer (Pick would not be there anyway) should have played, at least, one song.
I think that Ed said something like: They should have played together for the fans.

If Mark was there, someone would did a proper introduction. Not that self-something that the guys did.

Would no harm for anyone.

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Mark Knopfler Discussion Forum / Re: DS Reunion at Glastonbury?

« Last post by Robson on July 09, 2025, 06:31:56 PM »

The 2002 charity shows were as close as possible to a reunion. Even though it wasn't on the official headline, yet to me, it still was NHB and DS up on that stage.

I mean, MK, JI, GF along with CW. Who else was missing in that lineup for it to not have been Dire Straits? 

DC was there as well

From memory at the Beaulieu gig the 2nd half they were introduced as Dire Straits.

What an evening...

The July 24 and 25 concerts at the Shepherd's Bush Empire in London were recorded, and we only know fragments. It's a shame the entire set wasn't released on the official album.

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Mark Knopfler Discussion Forum / Re: DS Reunion at Glastonbury?

« Last post by the visitor on July 09, 2025, 06:11:08 PM »

The 2002 charity shows were as close as possible to a reunion. Even though it wasn't on the official headline, yet to me, it still was NHB and DS up on that stage.

I mean, MK, JI, GF along with CW. Who else was missing in that lineup for it to not have been Dire Straits? 

DC was there as well

From memory at the Beaulieu gig the 2nd half they were introduced as Dire Straits.

What an evening...

There was also a 1999 set at John's wedding, but a private event.

Mark, John, Alan, Guy and... Ed on drums.  Ed... would love to hear how that one went down.
 

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Mark Knopfler Discussion Forum / Re: DS Reunion at Glastonbury?

« Last post by Chris W on July 09, 2025, 03:49:48 PM »

I don't think Pick would do it.
DC on drums, or Ian Thomas.

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Mark Knopfler Discussion Forum / Re: DS Reunion at Glastonbury?

« Last post by fan no more on July 09, 2025, 03:49:05 PM »

If only Brothers in Arms had been a little less successful ...

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Mark Knopfler Discussion Forum / Re: DS Reunion at Glastonbury?

« Last post by 2manyguitars on July 09, 2025, 01:46:01 PM »

The 2002 charity shows were as close as possible to a reunion. Even though it wasn't on the official headline, yet to me, it still was NHB and DS up on that stage.

I mean, MK, JI, GF along with CW. Who else was missing in that lineup for it to not have been Dire Straits? 

DC was there as well

From memory at the Beaulieu gig the 2nd half they were introduced as Dire Straits.

What an evening...

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New Investigations / Re: New documentary - Dire Straits: The Journey of a Rock Legacy

« Last post by MagicElliott on July 09, 2025, 12:42:58 PM »

I can't believe I got tricked by this! 

happens to the best of us...

Let’s face it, we all got tricked into thinking the Henrik Hansen documentary would be released at some point.

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Mark Knopfler Discussion Forum / Re: DS Reunion at Glastonbury?

« Last post by dustyvalentino on July 09, 2025, 12:33:53 PM »

The 2002 charity shows were as close as possible to a reunion. Even though it wasn't on the official headline, yet to me, it still was NHB and DS up on that stage.

I mean, MK, JI, GF along with CW. Who else was missing in that lineup for it to not have been Dire Straits? 

DC was there as well