Dire Straits – Communiqué
Dire Straits – Communiqué
Communiqué, released June 5, 1979, solidifies Dire Straits' signature blend of literate rockers and storytelling gems on their sophomore album, featuring "Lady Writer," "Once Upon a Time in the West," "News," and "Single-Handed Sailor." Mark Knopfler's liquid guitar lines weave through David Knopfler's rhythmic foil, John Illsley's steady bass, and Pick Withers' crisp drums, recorded at Nassau's Compass Point with Muscle Shoals producers Jerry Wexler and Barry Beckett.
This transitional sophomore effort refined their debut's promise amid David Knopfler's impending exit, capturing road-weary introspection.
Entering German charts at #1, it propelled their arena trajectory worldwide.
Tracklist
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Once Upon a Time in the West
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News
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Where Do You Think You're Going?
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Communiqué
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Lady Writer
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Angel of Mercy
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Portobello Belle
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Single-Handed Sailor
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Follow Me Home
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