This guitar shows more emotions than half of the singers in the world. It's really special.

@dennisweifenbach2647

Жыл бұрын

A 1000 likes to this song.

@sandorhartig3957

10 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂❤!!!........beautifull Said ma' man!!!

@sandorhartig3957

8 ай бұрын

Absolutly!!!......This song will live forever 'cuzz, sadly, the war!!!❤

@WassPogoreloff

8 ай бұрын

Pensa MK1. Mark Knopfler 1 Created by Rudy Pensa and Mark Knopfler on a napkin in a coffee shop in New York. Mark wanted a guitar sounding like a Strat and a Gibson. I heard tell these are still available to order - 4-5 years waiting list.

@Spartens25

7 ай бұрын

Dire Straights is one of the tightest bands of all time. Mark's guitar is DaVinci like but the support of the keyboards, drums, that dude on the flute is truly the stuff of legend.

I’m an old man now but once upon a time I was an an 18 year old combat medic in Vietnam. It makes my weep for my Troopers like a child. Peace to you friends.

@johnrichards2365

9 ай бұрын

peace, love, and respect, man

@barblessable

8 ай бұрын

Check out RIDE ACROSS THE RIVER it has a military theme too.

@tomleslie6668

7 ай бұрын

God bless you. I'm a probably slightly less old man. Although, I'm Canadian, I have two American cousins who served there. They both came home okay. Hope you did too.

@deirdredoyle9410

7 ай бұрын

All the babies who died or were wounded in Vietnam - average age 19. It breaks the heart over and over.

@stephenmiller195

6 ай бұрын

God bless you sir

As a ex soldier, this hit the feels. "Through these fields of destruction Baptisms of fire I've witnessed your suffering As the battle raged high And though they did hurt me so bad In the fear and alarm You did not desert me My brothers in arms"

@mary.e645

5 ай бұрын

❤❤

We all cry with this song. Shows we are human. Virtual hugs from the Netherlands Such a beautiful song. And as relevant as it's ever been. 🇳🇱❤🇺🇦

@peterrogers6503

Жыл бұрын

Hugs from UK.

@blackbob3358

Жыл бұрын

I think they've been at it since a fish slithered out of the water, and grew legs. See Richard Dawkins. Some ( religious) folk say he talks bollocks, as they would. I rather agree with him !!

@CyberBeep_kenshi

Жыл бұрын

@@blackbob3358 biochemist here. So i also agree with sir Richard. Evolution is still one of the most researched and proven theories in the world. Where that leaves god claims i leave to the theists ;-)

@EchoesDaBear

Жыл бұрын

Indeed we do cry with this song...at least I know I do! The beauty and emotion of this song does it to me, every time! As long as there is war in this world, which regretfully seems like always, this song will be relevant. Virtual hugs from Canada!

The Guitar is weeping for every single soldier.🇬🇧

Each and every note of that guitar reverbrated into the crowd... They knew what a Mark Knopfler solo can bring..

@davidfeltz8697

11 күн бұрын

Been a fan my whole life and I still can't believe how evocative his sound can be. Beyond gifted!

as a HUGE Dire Straits, and latterly Mark Knopfler fan I must have listened to this song over 1000 times, and still I well up and get goosebumps every time I hear it, this man has more talent in his little finger than most of the autotuned voices out there today who wouldn't know one end of an instrument from another ...... proper musicians who are masters of their art and more importantly enjoy what they do

It is what the song was written for... brothers in arms fighting each other. Back then on Falklands and today in the UA. We are fools to make war on our brothers in arms....

Mark Knopfler wrote this song about the Falklands war where the UK lost about 240 soldiers and sailors.However the genius of his lyrics can refer to conflicts current and future.His ability to make the guitar "weep" for our soldiers strikes you deep in the soul. You should hear Telegraph Road live Alchemy concert.Another masterpiece.

@andrewfilbee8566

Жыл бұрын

Agreed the whole of the Alchemy Live concert really shows his guitar playing to its best……..Telegraph Road is amazing

"....And we have just one world, but we live in different ones....." Gets me every time. Unfortunately, human nature being what it is, we will always live in different worlds.

Your so right Dominika, he really has his own sound with the guitar and is instantly recognisable who is playing. ❤️🤘🎸🎻🇦🇺

Perfect example of why I feel like playing super technical at a 100 MPH is irrelevant and playing your guitar soulfully like this is much more powerful.

Mark plays notes on the guitar that don't exist. They can only be felt. A true guitar master. Brings back too many memories I that thought I had forgotten. A man without tears is not a man.

I served in the Royal Navy at the time of the Falklands War, I knew men that died. Sending love to them and their families, and those that died and their families on the Argentine side ❤ 🇬🇧 🇦🇷

Thinking about all the soldiers dying at the front right now in Ukraine. And for what?! Bless their hearts.

@darthgardner

Жыл бұрын

They should play this in every corner of ukraine..

@CyberBeep_kenshi

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely and while Ukraine watches out for their brothers and sisters, russians literally let their people die. They just don't care. And that's why they'll lose. 🇳🇱❤🇺🇦

@Frank75288

Жыл бұрын

And the Russians ❤😢

@CyberBeep_kenshi

Жыл бұрын

@@Frank75288 well, they bomb civilians, so they aren't soldiers. Just terrorists...

@christopherstevenson5470

Жыл бұрын

Gain of function.👹👹👹

I am glad you listened to this live version, it's stunning, no body can play like Mark Knopfler. He is totally unique, such an emotional guitar player, please keep on with Dire Straits, and Mark's solo songs.

@MrChippiechappie

9 ай бұрын

All the greatest musicians have this quality, they all have their own unique style and sound and you know who is playing even before the vocals come in. Two other great players in this mould are Dave Gimlour and Steve Rothery

@davidfeltz8697

6 ай бұрын

Agreed

@davidfeltz8697

11 күн бұрын

He still blows me away.

This is such an emotional version of an incredible song. I’ve been listening to this for over 30 years and it gets me every time. Fantastic reaction and having that emotional connection to music is a beautiful thing so no shame, no judgment - just human and it’s very special 😊

I'm so glad you did the live version. I'm trying to cook tea and I'm a mess lol First the goosebumps then the tears lol Thanks for doing this A FLAWLESS MASTERPIECE just my opinion.

It's so personal for me. I already told you I lost my brother in Afghanistan. He was not my family but my family in Afghanistan. This song is very emotional for me. Love youre reaction.❤ With love from The Netherlands.

The most beautiful poignant song, beautifully played, beautifully sung and beautiful reaction...Enough said...Thank you!

His guitar is crying along while he is singing... It is truly unique

I love the two of you. I love the two of you a lot.

I knew you would cry, I did the same. You are a good man!

I remember vividly around 36 years ago walking up and down the living room in the middle of the night with my baby son in my arms, playing this song! I never forgot that special moment even though I was trying to get him to sleep, and succeeded, but just me, him and Dire Straits and the ambiance it created meant that it would stay with me for life, as you said.

You touch perfection and you are in heaven. Every time I get tears listening to this song and Mark Knopfler is a unique singer, guitar player , song writer, composer

This live CD ("On The Night") is one of the most played CD in my home through the years since its release. Its a perfect played and produced live performance. And BIA is a killerend of the album.

When Mark grabs the guitar, Brian Johnson started to cry as every real man would do, if you think about your brothers in arms, especially if you joined a war. A song about Friendship, what means the most to a real man.

I get that proverbial lump in the throat every time I hear this song, especially the live version. Mark Knopfler's guitar playing goes straight to your heart.

This is one of my favorites songs of all time. The lyrics, his singing and that guitar touches my soul. I always get teary eyed when I hear it.

@sandorhartig3957

8 ай бұрын

Yeah dude, its rare that guitar playing Can touch the soul!❤ ( Gary Moore, Mark Knopfler, David Gilmour, Slash and Jimmi Hendrix....but im not convinced that Jimmi nad a melody like other guys❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤, but Jimmi Is "Jimmi")!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

He's a story teller. And his guitar too ;)

It heartens me to see you talk about Mark Knopfler's guitar playing the way you do here. He is indeed a rather unique player, and doesn't really copy anyone. He makes the strings sing. He makes them growl, laugh, and cry. Eric Clapton once said that whenever he played with Mark, he didn't have to worry about a buncha his old licks being thrown back at him, as happened with many other players. A music reviewer once noted that, in his playing, 'Mark Knopfler rarely takes the easy way out.' So true. And that is just one reason that I have been a fan of the man for going on forty years, now. His songwriting is as singular as his guitar playing. MK is an unparalleled storyteller. Dominika, you said that this will not be the last Dire Straits song you react to. That simply made me smile, inside and out. May I suggest, even if you do not do any reaction videos for any of it, listen to Mark Knopfler's solo stuff as well. He's done more as a solo artist than with the Straits, and his songwriting has only gotten better over the years. If I had to suggest just one tune from his solo albums, it would be 'Done With Bonaparte'. For me, this tune is a perfect blend of storytelling through lyrics and music, and, as with many of his songs, is based on real history and, in this case, a real person. Thank you both for your wonderful reactions. They are as touching and inspiring as the music itself...

I love how you 2 have become Such fans of Dire Straits. Amazing live band. Thanks for all of your lovely reactions.

This is one of my favorites…. I get emotional every time I listen to it. More Dire Straits please! Especially live 🤩

feel it too. lost my Father KIA. 30 yrs ago. it still hurts. this song is a British Forces classic. MK lost a close family member like me. I heard that back in the 80s from a friend of his.

one of the best guitar players ever...mark's guitar sings

I have always loved this song and it's so wonderful to find people who feel the same way about it that I do 💔❤‍🩹

"You and your friend" from the same consert is also something I think you would love.

I've heard this song for so long.. and I tear up every time. Simply beautiful

This record reminds me of the Christmas of my last year at school. We all knew - our friendship group - that 6 months later we’d all be going our separate ways and every time I hear it I’m right back in December 1985… I can’t even put into words adequately how it makes me feel, but the excitement and anxiety of facing exams and the rest of our lives but knowing g things would never be the same again

A great song , i guess my favorite of Dire Straits, it should remind us about the fact that every civilian or dead soldier in a war is a human tragedy and not a number repeated in through the news channels and it doesnt matter where they are from.

A hugely popular songs with army veterans worldwide. Peace ✌️

The lap steel guitar just adds another layer to what is already a masterpiece.

Mark Knopfler,,is Genius,,The best of guitar The word,,,, The best,,, Mark,Jimi Hendrix,Gary Moore,,,The best

"Telegraph Road" from their Alchemy tour (released 1984) - live and unmissable!

Perfectly acceptable response mate... Don't be embarrassed

Sometimes you have to admit defeat, everyone has a favourite band a favourite singer a favourite guitar player, BUT this is wayyyyyyy out in front of anything you will ever hear again,, no argument 🥇 🏆 100% pure everything

I love this version.Absolutely awesome!

I love you guys. You’re both so genuine and kind and I love seeing your emotions on your sleeves.

Imagine the thousands of people who've listened to this, having lost people in the wars. No, your not the only one crying.

Wonderful reaction. This song and Mark Knopfler’s guitar playing just takes your breath away. You sum up my feelings so well.

My only child,a son will be 30 this year. He is the first generation in my family not to be conscripted or volunteered into military service. I watched the silent fear and pain on my father’s face, he listened to the news every night…. They would report on injuries and fatalities, afterwards he would stare at the phone. Thank God, both my brothers survived the 2 year frontline war

My favourite Dire Straits track of all, and i just love the Hammond as well as the unbelievable guitar playing.

I love this song, it reminds me of when I served in the Army, it was played in our briefing just before we went out on patrol in Northern Ireland and we'd regularly get attacked.

This song has always made me tear up and I have been listening to it for decades .So your reaction is normal for anyone who is sensitive and in touch with their inner self

Thank you guys.... Once again ❤ A humanitarian song ❤

This is a crazy beautiful song played in The same maner by Knopfler and Direstraits. I heard it for the first time when it was realest back in the days..and man i can tell you guys many tears have been shred while listening to this masterpiece. Thank you for a beautiful reaction.❤️❤️👍👍

The Pensa mk1 Mark is playing here have a slightly sharper sound then the Les Paul used on the album version. It has such a beautiful "voice" and he know how to make it sing, laugh, growl, shout, and cry. I knew you would love this version.

I love your comments and testimony both of you ! This song moves me so much , its heartbreaking lyrics, wonderful rendition of talented guitarist. What a great song! This brings you closer to heaven

Almost every live version Dire Straits has done (and there are many on KZread) is different. All are good, this is one of the best. This is from 'On the Night' tour.

Mark Knopfler and Gary Moore are 2 guitar players that you will make you cry!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤!!!

Gets me every time.

A truly great rendition of a moving song, another live one to check out should be “Private Investigations”. Always look forward to your reactions.

@darkiee69

Жыл бұрын

I whole heartedly agree, Private investigation from the same concert is another masterpiece.

Nothing to be ashamed of I cry like a baby every time I hear him preform this song I totally get it. Hold your head high and stay true to your feeling’s and emotions there is nothing to be ashamed of my friend’s

This has to be the best song from this band. Sadly beautiful. Such an important tune.

Mark Knopflers unique sound comes mainly from his technique of plucking the strings of his guitar with his fingers rather than using a pick. Love your reactions guys👌✌

There are musicians who know how to play the guitar and there is Mark Knopfler, he made the guitar cry, thank you for your reaction

Fantastic reaction guys! Well done!......PS everybody cries, its human nature guys, it's so sad when people try to suppress it.

What makes his (Mark Knopfler) guitar sound so beautiful and unique, is that he doesn't use a plectrum (pick). He uses his fingers to pluck the strings, which give a much softer and less aggressive sound. It's quite unusual with electric guitarists.

The 1988 version from the Mandela concert is even more impressive, if you can believe that.

“Mark Knopfler has an extraordinary ability to make a Schecter Custom Stratocaster hoot and sing like angels on a Saturday night, exhausted from being good all week and needing a stiff drink.” Douglas Adams

Last time you had me crying had to watch this great

Often come back to this review because it's real. Like me, tears well up early, with that appreciation of genius.

The official video to this amazing song makes everything clear, but this live version is sensational too. Mark Knopfler is one of those rare front man who let their guitars do most of the talking which is just as well as he a genius songwriter/performer. This song is so powerful and emotional in equal measure and it's delivered perfectly by an extraordinary performer. Incredible. 🙋‍♂

I got to see dire straits just the once when I was 18-19 they are still the best band I’ve ever seen live and I am 50 now. Telegraph road alchemy live is probably the best performance of any song ever, and Romeo and Juliet Wembley 1988 with Clapton is one of the most beautiful renditions of one the most beautiful songs ever written (plus an amazing sac solo) there are many more from my favourite band and guitarist but that will get you started.

Only the really big ones can create such emotions in the audience and listeners during live performances. You can see and hear what the performer wants to give to all of us. That's why I prefer live performances to studio versions. I'm so happy you played this song live again. I feel the same as you two. Great.

Hi lovely reaction to this beautiful song. Mark Knopfler and band is best live. This concert is incredible in itself. Some other songs I recommend in this concert are Calling Elvis, Private Investigations, You And Your Friend, The Bug, Heavy Fuel to name just a few. I think you'll lreally enjoy the first two especially. Thanks to David for this I was so excited for this suggestion. Awesome channel, all the best, Cheers 👍🎸🎸🎸

A song, and a performance, that truly sings my soul. Thank you!

Great reaction ! Can only ask that you now step away from the melancholy of this song and lift us up with the live performance of their rendition of "Sultans of Swing" . you wont regret it

@peterworth9403

Жыл бұрын

Such an awesome song.

Never a dry eye in the house when brothers in arms is on their is another live version which is even better live in 85 Wembley

what a lovely couple, lots of love here :-}}

Wow my friend don’t ever worry there’s no shame in your tears believe me there is many a man myself included that’s been reduced to tears by this song and this great man of musical history

Thank you both for your reaction, I loved it ♥ Andrei, you know you've found a great artist when their music can evoke such overwhelming emotions. I've cried to Mark Knopfler's music more times than I care to remember. I'm excited for you both to be at the start of your Dire Straits journey. They have so many more incredible songs for you to discover, and Knopfler really covers every genre. I will make some more recommendations to help you get started. Keep up the great work, much love.

Thank you for a beautiful reaction to a beautiful song by a genius songwriter and musician. Maybe you could try Romeo and Juliet, Telegraph Road or Sultans Of Swing from Alchemy Live!

As a new viewer of you two, thank you for your compassion and empathy that is so apparent. Peace to you both.☮️❤️☮️

love this version (live) and like watching your reactions to such a deeply touching song.

"You did not desert me, my brothers in arms" ........

To those suffering in war ... this makes me think of you

You are both fast becoming my favourite reactors - keep it up, and thank you.

Amazing music , and another great reaction 👍

This was my '90s. If you want an even better piece from Dire Straits, watch "Telegraph Road"

Celtic Thunder has a haunting version you should view.

Beautiful reaction that's real feeling right there

They are one of our local groups and Knopfler is amazing as are all of the musicians in the band - a rare band that is fab recorded but incredible live!

Talk about an emotional song. A masterpiece, absolutely brilliant. I can't imagine anyone not enjoying the guitar and its tone in this song.

A friend and I would sit all night 🍻 and listen to Dire Straits / Mark Knopfler. We discussed which live version of which song is better.😂😢

The first time I heard Dire Staits on the radio it was obvios to me this was a special, unique sound, as is Marks guitar technique and style. So different than other guitarists. Similar to David Gilmour in some ways, so expressive.😊

Perfection !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Now that you've got your feet wet with "Dire Straits" time to check out their most iconic song "Sultans of Swing". Studio version first, then the extended incredible live version from the "Alchemy" concert. Mark Knopfler still tours occasionally and while he's a lot older and somewhat paunchier now, his voice and guitar are as rich and emotional as ever.

I Love your Reactions, and your Emotions, greetings from Austria, Bernie

If God plays guitar, it will sound like this....Mark is absolutely magic to listen to here....never heard a better live version of this iconic song. Marks infinite talent on the guitar is just INSANE....one of the best to ever walk this planet. Dominica, You are such a beautiful, warm and charming woman.....really sharp and intelligent in your observations, all though u are not a musician....keep up the great work, from Denmark.