I get the impression that Brian is almost always on the verge of tears because of how much he loves life. Seems like a genuine and decent man.

@DavidOakesMusic

2 жыл бұрын

I bet his tinnitus is awful though!

@kelvinsmith6854

Жыл бұрын

Brian is a 50's child and came up the hard way, he's a lovely man, kind and appreciative. no ego just a decent bloke who deserves the wealth and success he has earnt .

@KezBonn1988

Жыл бұрын

@@DavidOakesMusic 😊

@brennendehexe7934

10 ай бұрын

Hes getting old 😂 just kidding. Hes always been a good hearted man. Taking extra time to sign every last beermat for his fans.

@MJFitman

7 ай бұрын

I love how much he loves Marks music

Mark Knopfler is not only a divine guitarist but also an authentic poet and supreme songwriter. Sailing to Philadelphia is a masterpiece for music and lyrics. Thanks Brian, beautiful interview.

@Paul-D

3 жыл бұрын

He certainly is

@johanponin1360

3 жыл бұрын

brothers in arms reads like a book, the whole album

@jodyguilbeaux8225

3 жыл бұрын

i have the old cassette of neck to neck, back then i was amazed at his fingerstyle playing. to play next to chet atkins you had to be great and mr knopfler was that and more. unreal

@domenicov_versus3789

3 жыл бұрын

@@jodyguilbeaux8225 Yeah, Neck and Neck is an elegant and exquisite album. Mark duets with the legendary Chet. In "There'll be some changes to made" is possible admire the MK's magnificent fingerpicking on a acoustic guitar. His style, his technique and his improvvisation are amazing, incredible and absolutely distinctive.

@vixman3546

Жыл бұрын

It's the amazing way he can capture a moment in history and write a song about it in such an expressive and eloquent way. Observational as well, Money for Nothing. :-D

Who else could listen to snippets of mark playing all day ,

@MarkKnopfler-ne2iv

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for all the love and support. I am blown away by the love from ya'll. I know these are hard times but with love and faith we shall all see the light again 🥰❤️❤️. Love you 🤗.

@christinehoughton8591

5 ай бұрын

Same to you Mark ❤🇬🇧

@MarkKnopfler-ne2iv

5 ай бұрын

Hello dear are you on chat... their would be more better....

Mark Knopfler is a major figure in the History of music

Mark is sounding a little like Johnny Cash here... his voice is ageing magnificently!

@javiergarcia2839

3 жыл бұрын

I thought just the same

@davidwollpert5276

3 жыл бұрын

@@javiergarcia2839 enthusiasm always carries the day.

@tomwinder4402

3 жыл бұрын

Geordie Cash :)

@SIvers-or2ke

3 жыл бұрын

YESSSSS! I couldn’t put my finger on it until I read your comment. Awesome.

@viniciuslongo4622

3 жыл бұрын

how in the world is this man is 71 yo?? I'm stunned

Brian johnson is like a child in front of his favorite singer, not a legend in the same League. Amazing, that's magic

Two fellas who will never, EVER walk into a pub and have to buy their own drinks. Love 'em both!

@jodyguilbeaux8225

3 жыл бұрын

and chicks for free

@orisguitars7315

3 жыл бұрын

Not if I’m there

@hellochannel6344

3 жыл бұрын

@@jodyguilbeaux8225 😊👍

@JLK7700

Жыл бұрын

Wouldn’t it be cool to have a drink with those guys in a pub?

@waynus2021

Жыл бұрын

@@JLK7700 word would get out and that pub would be packed to the fekkin gunnels inside 5 minutes!! and rightly so!

Brian is so human. I never knew how much happiness he could spread. He has a gift for making people feel good. I've never seen anyone like it.

@josbruls

3 жыл бұрын

Spot on! A joy to watch.

@MrTimodon

3 жыл бұрын

Brian May maby? :)

@johanponin1360

3 жыл бұрын

too humble, there's a clip of him with the band on howard stern where they played live acoustic, his singing was so on point it was a lesson to anybody.

@youtuberuk9695

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sure I saw a video where Brian was living in Orlando and all his neighbours told stories of him spending most of his time giving money and supporting local charities...??? Edit... He lives/lived in Sarasota Florida...

@sidpackard8613

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. Prior to seeing his show I just saw him as a rock star and almost a bit of a caricature, which is not to say that I didn’t love him and AC/DC, but he’s so much more. Truly an amazing conversationalist and someone who spreads love wherever he goes. And a hugger to boot 👍.

I have not always been the biggest AC/DC fan, but when I see Brian Johnson as touched and moved by Mark Knopfler’s music as I am I can’t help but smile.

@jdoedoenet

5 ай бұрын

I've surely loved them both, at different times of my life. When I was child, I probably ruined my hearing to AC/DC's "Back in Black" on a pair of my dad's Pioneer headphones (no regrets!). As a 50-something year old man, Mark just speaks to something deep inside me, especially once I've had a Scotch or two. Two legends....no question. They both sing to different parts of my soul. Seeing them together is pure magic.

@ramblingprose6603

5 ай бұрын

I would be interesting if Brian can actually sing without screeching

It's just like two old friends who haven't seen each other in years trying to sign and play while trying to remember the lyrics. It just doesn't get any better

Lads, please do an album of duets. Just be yourselves, just like this. You simply radiate the most warmly affirming of emotions. Thanks for doing these, Brian. Just love it.

What a great interviewer Brian is. Never seen Mr. Knopfler so at ease

Mr. Johnson if you see this thank you for these videos. You are a true genius.

Knopfler is not only one of the greatest guitarist of human history, I think he's a complete guitarist...I mean he can play all different kinds of guitars with total perfection with an unique style....but he also was and still is one of the greatest poets in music history. Just the way he writes, the way he sings, those beautiful and amazing licks he always does playing any guitar with his fingers. Mark Knopfler is the full package with any guitar on his hands. God bless Knopler's right thumb.

So many of Mark Knopfler's tunes are stories set to music. From the first Dire Straits album and through his entire career he told stories, while playing some of the most wonderful guitar I've ever heard. ;-)

@kgunitkeese17

Жыл бұрын

That is what a true songwriter is imo. Bob Dylan, the late Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, Tracy Chapman and Gordon Lightfoot are also wonderful songwriters and able to tell a story

2 Living legends. Brian never forgets his roots in Dunston

Thanks Brian, for everything you've done with AC/DC and now I have these videos to watch. It would be so cool to hang out with you.

Sailing to Philadelphia is a heartfelt album. Silver town Blues gets me every time

@asdfghjklkjhvbvcvjhvlyhb9957

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I love Silvertown too

@gellyessex1

3 жыл бұрын

Same here. My mum’s family came from Silvertown before it was bombed to pieces during WWII and I imagine it was a magical place (even though times were tough and money was scarce).

@JosesAmazingWorlds

3 жыл бұрын

@@gellyessex1 I lived in East London for a time and pass through on the DLR, seeing the contrast between Canary Wharf and those working class neighborhoods is something I never got used to.

@brianjohnson3422

3 жыл бұрын

@@gellyessex1 Nice meeting you Fan--Thanks for supporting my Dream and Carrier--May God Almighty continue to bless you always. I hope you never stop listening to my music🎶🎶... I would like to have some words with you your heart 😍❤️are so pure email me at brianjohnso30@gmail.com

@fannyingabout

2 жыл бұрын

@@asdfghjklkjhvbvcvjhvlyhb9957 So do I - especially the backing from Tilbrook.

Mark Knopfler a historian, a poet and a guitarist extraordinaire

Brian and Mark have bags of humility... absolute legends!!!

53 here. Grew up with AC/DC. I now know more about one of the elements in the band band that made it such a great band. Mark K. a genius of a composer, and you both looks like you have been best friends all your life. Great chemistry between you both.

Brian Johnson is the ulitmate true geordie...humble, emotional and unchanged. Knopfler is the same...both make me proud to be a geordie

@brianjohnson3422

3 жыл бұрын

Nice meeting you Fan--Thanks for supporting my Dream and Carrier--May God Almighty continue to bless you always. I hope you never stop listening to my music... I would like to have some words with you your heart are so pure email me at brianjohnso30@gmail.com

@joelhoward8211

2 жыл бұрын

I thought Knopfler was from Glasgow

@bodinski100

2 жыл бұрын

@@joelhoward8211 still a geordie

@bodinski100

2 жыл бұрын

@Glasmania but a geordie soul

@toutou6308

2 жыл бұрын

All the best to you in the New Year. You are good people.

this is one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. and I have always had such different feelings about either artist. never expected to see Brian and Mark in the same room together, yet here they are talking about one of Mark's best songs. beautiful.

"Another day will make it clear." Sound words for anyone going through a bad patch. Chin up.

Mark Knopfler is above all a great songwriter. He has received a lot of attention for his virtuosity on the guitar, and rightfully so, but his lyrics and compositions put him in the company of people like Bob Dylan, Neil Young, and James Taylor. My personal favorite is his Shanrgi-La album. It's really grown on me over the years - and I still regularly listen in the car or when working.

@Baci302

Жыл бұрын

Yes, a truly great songwriter indeed! I agree with the company you've placed him in. I would add Gordon Lightfoot to that company.

@dlittlester

10 ай бұрын

I think my favourite is Get Lucky, although I'd have to say the same about most of his records. Another favourite song is "Done with Bonaparte", where he says "I pray my child will never see, a little corporal again, point to a foreign shore, captivate the hearts of men". I think that line never gets old.

@chriswyss4321

8 ай бұрын

So listen to the live version of shangri la from the avo session. I was there and had tears in my eyes! Never heard something that beautiful before!

@lebe220

6 ай бұрын

My heroes are Roger Waters, Otis Redding, Eric Clapton and Van Morrison. They have courage.

I can't even express how much I love this video. Friends.

10 on the 10 scale. Amazing. Appreciation through the roof

TY god, you guyz are still HEALTHY alive! 😎

I’ve never heard Brian Johnson outside of AC/DC. What an incredible voice. They sound fantastic together.

@brambaas999

10 ай бұрын

You should check out House Of The Rising Sun by the band Geordie. It's a great song by Brian before he joined AC/DC!

@bobatwell7505

7 ай бұрын

​@brambaas999 Thought that was the animals who sang that , The "rising sun" was a Colliery near where they grew up . Its also a pub which is still open .

@grandadmiralmanatee

7 ай бұрын

@@bobatwell7505I assume it’s a cover

@ramblingprose6603

5 ай бұрын

it was an old song, the animals covered it too

It's the different voices of Knopfler and James Taylor in their original recording that makes this such a beautifully constructed song.

@dlittlester

10 ай бұрын

Absolutely!

The older i get the more i appreciate the old masters words and music.

The “raise the capes” line is such exquisite songwriting - what a clever was to describe a tidal shift at sunrise. Thanks for interviewing Mark.

@gsmart6866

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, It was a line that always grabbed me as it makes you think about why the capes would be raising..... they were sitting offshore waiting for the rising tide to fill the harbor and as the tide rose the capes would appear rising on the horizon..... such a great line!!!

@christianlutsch6835

Жыл бұрын

Also, the harmony of this part is wonderful, changing from minor to major keys. In his latest live versions this „hopeful“ passage of the raise of capes is underlined by John McCuskers flute. Amazing writing and arranging!

One of my favourite Mark Knopfler songs. I'm constantly being surprised by Brian's wide ranging musical interests - who'dathought?

Wow, what a look into Brian's life , very cool , I am blown away by how down to earth he is

You gents are such beautiful souls. Love to you both.

I almost felt like I was there in America in the early days. I could feel the wind & the morning sun in the Delaware. I have never in my long life felt so transported to another place & time. Magic.

Brian Johnson's interviews with various artists are absolutely superb. The one with Robert Plant is excellent. But the one with Mark Knopfler is where you can see Brian is most at ease. A brilliant watch.

Mark has never been complimentary of his voice. But Jesus, it really hits the spot. Every time.

I really love these short vignettes from Brian! I also can’t believe that I am saying that Mark Knopfler is underrated after he was such a guitar monster in the 80s. His music is superlative.

@tonybelmonte1724

3 жыл бұрын

He is not underrated. EVERYONE knows what a musical genius he is. He plays that guitar so effortlessly. To me he is top 5.

@mikekarena

3 жыл бұрын

@@tonybelmonte1724 I think you misunderstood my point unfortunately. To you, obviously a fan if you are watching this, he is not underrated. I would disagree that everyone knows he is a musical genius even if they have heard (unlikely for people under 40) of Dire Straits. Most younger music fans don't know names beyond Jimi and Jimmy.

@sidpackard8613

3 жыл бұрын

@@tonybelmonte1724 His solo career is totally underrated. “All The Road Running” is an AMAZING album, and most people I mention it to have never heard of it and lost track of MN in the 90’s.

Oh this is just great,Brian's joy is infectious

Two very different sounding musicians, but you can tell they both had similar upbringings and sensibilities. Thank you for these Brian.

Geordie pride here, two of our greatest sons! One from Gosforth and the other from Dunston, both sides of the River Tyne represented. Knopfler, the supreme lyricist/ songwriter/ guitarist. And Johnna front man to one of the greatest ever rock bands.

@WomanNextDoor

Жыл бұрын

Here I am in my home in Dunston but born down the road from Gosforth. So, so proud of these two Geordie lads. Done the North East proud.

Just imagine being on Brian’s bucket list that’s so cool

Wonderful series and this one in particular ... two Geordies in Newcastle .... I love this song by Mark ... the way Mark strums and picks is so effortless .... Brian would love to see you bring in Sting with you and Mark shootin the breeze in Newcastle ... guitars in hand ....

2 legends enjoyin the love of music

@nufc1892kl

3 жыл бұрын

@Andrzej Jasinski wow nice job, ive just subscribed to your channel 👍🏼

thats unbelievable... how those two guys are.... :-) both of em true legends of rock but also so down to earth and cool. never seen something like this before... legends... just legends

Imagine being in a pub in Newcastle and BJ and MK are sitting there and you say, " sing us a song and I will buy you a pint of Guinness". Fantastic!

i can imagine the emotion that would come forth if they did brothers in arms ----this right here was exquisite had me on the edge indeed ...........

I first started obsessively listening to Mark Knopfler 30+ years ago. I'm old enough now that this hits me on a visceral level. Two (now) elder statesmen of popular music, reflecting on the beauty of words and song. Brian's obvious love for Mark's craft is so endearing - and this short video is such a gift.

Thanks to these two gentlemen, I had a wonderful childhood and teenage years and I still love them

My favorite Guitarist of all. Melody runs deep with this one.

Could listen to Mark all day and night. His Rhythm is spot on.

I love and admire Mark Knopfler. On Brian - I was lucky as 16 year old kid to have backstage passes to see AC/DC in Glasgow and was then and still am now a huge fan. He treated me like royalty and was so kind and generous with his time to that skinny kid and gave me a beating on the space invaders machine in the bar area at the old Glasgow Apollo, as we left the venue! A more lovely and genuine man you could never wish to meet. All these years later, thank you Brian. Still my hero. 💙❤️

Only a great musician can conduct such a soulful interview with another legendary musician. 💚 for you Mark and Brian

@ChicagoBeaver

2 жыл бұрын

I really don't like it when the interviewer has no clue of the artist or actor they are interviewing and thus the entire interview is boring and almost pointless. This on the other hand is just wonderful to see. Brian's eyes lit up like a happy child when he was singing this. It's on his bucket list too! So beautiful!

Mark's touch with melody and words is truly beautiful

Brian...a man who was in the right place, at the right time. Probably realises that himself and seems to be so grateful for the life he has had....and honoured to be in great company. Feet firmly on the ground. Such a nice guy. Knopfler is one of my favourite guitarists too. A genius and unique style of writing and playing. Marvellous clip of these two.

WAO, i have no word. Mark Knopler music , song and guitar style is touching my soul sraightly since the fist time i hear it. And here, seeing Brian Jonhson listenning him like a basic fan with an absolute and total admiration , nothing fake.Just 2 guys on earth among others in a room....But it's Mark Knopfler and Brian Johnson.

Wonderful video of two wonderful guys.

And I love how Brian Johnson had meeting Mark Knopfler and singing with him, as one of his bucket list items, what a legend, both of them!!

To be in that room when this was filmed. Pure human connection, amazing stuff seeing two iconic legends being just natural. Loved it

I love Mark! I live in Latrobe, Pa and traverse the Mason-Dixon Line regularly. Through Cumberland, Maryland is so beautiful.

Mark's voice alone can make many tears flow, he still sounds amazing!

2 legends sing together.. just wonderful

Brian Johnson as always doing an excellent interview and when the interviewee who facilitates his job congratulations.🤘🤘🤘

Just brilliant, the whole Brian series in fact - but particularly this one with Mark. Just outstanding and real.

Thanks for providing a warm soulful feeling today.

So amazing that Brian appreciates these mellow songs!

@J0hnny8ravo

3 жыл бұрын

It would be surprising not to

Wow... This song always moved me but hearing Mark talk about his connection is really amazing...makes it personal. Gotta love Brian and this entire mission. It has been really fantastic to see the world of music from his perspective. Cheers!

I love Mark knopfler so much ❤🌷💕

seriously, it makes me cry to hear Mark speak so about his songs I bought the first in 1979 and all my friends said, what the hell is that? and I said, Mozart with a Strat it took 30 yrs before any of my friends got it

@pauljordan4452

3 жыл бұрын

Sultans of Swing, wasn't it?

This channel deserves some kind of KZread award for greatness

Brian and also me here trying to hold tears - that song is that beautiful. ❤

Amazing to watch Mark rediscover the song piece by piece as if the characters themselves are spinning the tale before him.

How happy Brian was to sing that song with Mark Knopfler. Wow

Never felt so proud to be a Geordie as I do right now. Thanks bonny lads.

Wow the History in that Song . Thanks Mark 😊

seen mark many times since 1992. love his guitar sound and style more than anyone. a poet, fab musician, humble. don't miss him if he comes to town.

2 great artists enjoying each other in harmony. Great!

Beautiful, most of Mark’s best music would be best described as folk music, it’s timeless. Could listen to him all day.

No matter how low I feel, just have to put on some MK and I feel better, thank you Mr Knopfler. God bless.

My Dad absolutely loved this song, he obviously related but we would sit together happily singing along quietly to the "sailing to philadelphia" album. What it is, silver town blues ......gems!

Love that song, it’s melody is so relaxing.

The whole cd is stunning!

Mark is the Bard of our generation.

One of my favourite Mark Knopfer songs. Absolutely beautiful.

A couple of the good ol' boys, Sailing to Philadelphia, beautiful song and Brian's heart, as big and open as a man's can be. God Bless

What a great history lesson!

howay you two old geordies.......what memories you stir......you might have the Spanish City, but me ? I was born a stones throw from the Grotto right beside Marsden Rock ..... you've dug a wide hole in me head and lettin' oot the dark past, thanks for the look back !

Well done, Brian. This is beautiful. We went to see Mark at the Royal Albert Hall on the 'Sailing to Philadelphia' tour. TRULY unforgettable.

Mark knopfler is an unmatched talent.

Wow, after listening to Mark and Brian sing this song (of which I've never heard before), I'm going to listen to it right now!!! Excellent interview and listening to Mr. Knopfler's voice, wow. That is soul-touching!

I missed Mark's live at Red bull Arena in Leipzig, in July 2018. I've been regretting it since then. Hopefully he'll live hundred more years. The brilliant artist with an authentic personality beyond ideological cliches. God bless him and the whole his family. Islanders, you should be proud for having him.

Love this, my dad always loved ACDC and Mark Knopfler and is the reason i love this kind of music as he would always been listening to stuff like this. This song in particular i remember us driving up to do delivery's for a company we worked at and it brings me straight back to this, we would also have a good few ACDC songs too :).

Brian had a TV show where he interviewed other Music icons. Very down to earth and enjoyable. The one interview I found the best was the one with Mark. I love Mark’s genius but never heard him speak to his passion before this. The both of them were like kids having fun. Great guys!!!

Seeing the joy on Brian’s face speaks volumes to the stellar workings of this composers genius.

Brian Johnson is a treasure to listen to in these episodes,.....I'm glad he got to branch out and produce these wonderful shows.

Best interviews come from Brian, very honest

this series is, quite simply the best thing on KZread since its invention!! its proper cheered up in tough times.

Brian your a gem Lad. Smile from ear to ear here

Man, I'd pay a thousand pounds to be there sitting in the corner of that pub just appreciating this... Two frickin living legends!