Dire Straits – Dire Straits [Vinyl LP]

Dire Straits – Dire Straits

Vinyl LP

Details

Format: LP, Album, Reissue, 180g
Catalogue Number: 375290 2
Barcode: 602537529025
Genre: Rock / Blues Rock / Pub Rock
Label: UMC / Vertigo
Released: 2020, Originally 1978
Condition: New & Sealed

Description

The self‑titled debut from Dire Straits remains one of the most iconic and enduring rock albums of the late 1970s. Mark Knopfler’s clean, expressive guitar work and understated vocal delivery defined the band’s sound from the outset, blending rock, blues, and roots influences with remarkable clarity and precision.

Featuring the breakout hit “Sultans of Swing”, the album showcases Dire Straits’ tight musicianship and storytelling style, setting the foundation for their rise as one of the most respected British rock acts of the era. This UMC reissue presents the album on high‑quality vinyl with faithfully reproduced artwork.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Down to the Waterline
2. Water of Love
3. Setting Me Up
4. Six Blade Knife
5. Southbound Again

Side B

6. Sultans of Swing
7. In the Gallery
8. Wild West End
9. Lions

Credits

• Mark Knopfler – Vocals, Guitar
• David Knopfler – Rhythm Guitar
• John Illsley – Bass
• Pick Withers – Drums
• Produced by Muff Winwood
• Engineered by Rhett Davies