Mark Knopfler plays snippets of some of his songs

Mark Knopfler on the "Book Show" with Mariella Frostrup about how books have influenced his song writing. He plays "Sailing to Philadelphia", "Song for Sonny Liston" and "Done with Bonaparte". From 2012.

[wbravo]

As Bob Dylan said, MK is the best thing to happen to the guitar since the invention of the guitar string, I agree

[YAKMANONT]

Man I could watch him play guitar All day long, He is amazing

[shivsays]

This is story telling masterclass from Mark. What I like about him is he is so grounded... Doesn't try to show off..

[sveinungtorgrimsen]

If I had to listen to just one artist/band for the rest of my life....it would be him.
Brilliant and a very warm personality.

[alexandrealonso]

There's a huge sense of peace from this guy... Its music that feels like a hug

[Holdsworthands]

I followed Mark's career from the beginning, every record, every solo album, almost every soundtrack, and he always make me think about art, about how an artist grow through the years, evolve, and in many cases, like mark, slow down the tempo, simplify the chords... sometimes you need to make sacrifices, to tell something more deep, the way he talks with his songs, i think Mark doesn't play the guitar or sing anymore, he became the guitar and the song, he became the music, he's in that state when is not about a mechanical or psychical thing to play an instrument, it's more like a spiritual thing   

[kevinwahl]

Damn, I love Mark Knopfler. He and his music has had a profound influence on my life. Brilliant man. Brilliant songwriter. So humble.

[philhayhoe]

As a guitarist of more than 50 years, I can say that his touch is so perfect, feather light, so simple - until you try to play it yourself...

[fatimaemiko]

I don't even understand English very well, but I spent a good amount of time just watching this man talking and singing. He's like a bright day... I love this man.

[alexj]

A very impressive, humble man of renown talent on the guitar and for song writing. I never get bored with Mark stories and his wry humour. Thank you Mark for being who you are. Cheers! From 'Down Under' aka 'Aussie Brit'.

[blackiejames]

Mark is the best when it comes to articulation and emotion on the guitar. Just a clean guitar tone that speaks volumes. He is one of the best guitarists of all time.

[BurnsJoe]

I could listen to Mark talk and play songs on an acoustic guitar all day. He has such a calming voice, almost hypnotic...

[incognito]

I got taken in by the Sultans of Swing video. His presence was/is so mesmerizing in that song, and the voice so unique, rare, and "Cool, " that I can't stop watching him.His talent is so off the charts. He was Touched.

[nimeshsompura]

He is a saviour..He makes me a better person. He makes me a humble person. His stories and songs makes me want to dream more. What I would give to meet him and tell how much joy his music has brought in my life!! Love you Sir!❤

[geordieexile]

It's a privilege to walk the same planet.

[wbravo]

Simply amazing, what a person, humble, talented, nothing more to say

[Katy-yezr]

He fills the room- one man band. I hope he never retires.

[FloydTheWolf]

Mark has that genuine power of bringing you in another world as soon as he starts playing, and it's quite a hard awakening when he brutally stops, and you realise it was just a demo!

[ROCROI]

MARK KNOPFLER : A GREAT ARTIST . DIRE STRAITS : A GREAT BAND
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR SONGS .

[antoniopinedaportillo]

We need a complete and 100% acoustic concert!! So fabulous!!