Mark Knopfler (Volume 1, Dire Straits) – the real 500-page book
About the eBook
The most comprehensive 500-page book on Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits – written by an acclaimed author, no AI. Sensitive storyteller, master of subtle virtuosity, relaxed superstar: Mark Knopfler’s career breaks almost all records. Award-winning Swiss musician and author Richard Koechli takes readers deep into the universe of the British songwriter and singer with the unmistakable guitar sound, paying tribute to his life’s work in meticulous detail. With passion, expertise, respectful critical insight, and a light-footed sense of humor, he explores Knopfler’s art and philosophy, the influence of his musical forerunners and companions, and the wider background of music history in the 1960s, 70s, 80s and 90s. The story of Dire Straits alone fills 500 pages. A second volume covering Mark Knopfler’s solo career is now available. An inspiring multimedia adventure packed with anecdotes, background stories, and audio-video examples – a must-read for Mark Knopfler fans, guitar enthusiasts, audiophiles, and lovers of music history. (English translation of the original German edition)
About the Author
Der Schweizer Musiker und Buchautor Richard Koechli ist ein grosser Kenner der amerikanischen Rootsmusik und ihrer Geschichte. Seine im AMA- und tredition-Verlag erschienenen Fachbücher und Musikromane sind renommierte Standardwerke (Deutscher Musikeditionspreis 2011); als Gitarrist und Singer-Songwriter wurde er u.a. mit dem Swiss Blues Award, dem Schweizer Filmmusikpreis und dem Prix Plus (Schweizer Kunst- und Kulturpreis) ausgezeichnet. Mehr Informationen: www.richardkoechli.ch
Product Details
Publisher: tredition GmbH
Genre: Sprache - Englisch
Language: English
Size: 446 Pages
Filesize: 3.7 MB
ISBN: 9783384552464
Published: March 12, 2025