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TheWatchman · 10-19-2003, 07:16 PM

quote:Originally posted by Brian 57:
And one of Mark Knopfler's biggest influences was Chet Atkins.

His CD with Atkins is next on my list to buy. He was the lead singer, guitarist and songwriter for Dire Straits. Good move going solo! Once you hear his voice and guitar, you will know exactly who he is.

Brian, do you have "Sailing To Philadelphia" and "The Ragpicker's Dream"? If so, what do you think of them? I have his debut solo CD, "Golden Heart" and although it hasn't gotten much play time, I just can't get into it as much. The 2 latest CD's are truly a musical genius at work. He is what I call a "smart musician", just as Lightfoot is. He really thinks about each note that is played, and more importantly which notes are not played. I borrowed that concept from Barry Keane from an interview.

Oh yeah, edited for spelling only. In no way shape or form did I edit the meaning of anything or delete any words.

[This message has been edited by TheWatchman (edited October 19, 2003).]

10-19-2003, 07:16 PM	#10
TheWatchman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Columbia, Maryland Posts: 930	quote:Originally posted by Brian 57: And one of Mark Knopfler's biggest influences was Chet Atkins. His CD with Atkins is next on my list to buy. He was the lead singer, guitarist and songwriter for Dire Straits. Good move going solo! Once you hear his voice and guitar, you will know exactly who he is. Brian, do you have "Sailing To Philadelphia" and "The Ragpicker's Dream"? If so, what do you think of them? I have his debut solo CD, "Golden Heart" and although it hasn't gotten much play time, I just can't get into it as much. The 2 latest CD's are truly a musical genius at work. He is what I call a "smart musician", just as Lightfoot is. He really thinks about each note that is played, and more importantly which notes are not played. I borrowed that concept from Barry Keane from an interview. Oh yeah, edited for spelling only. In no way shape or form did I edit the meaning of anything or delete any words. [This message has been edited by TheWatchman (edited October 19, 2003).]