The self‑titled debut from Dire Straits introduced the world to Mark Knopfler’s unmistakable guitar tone and understated storytelling. Released in 1978 and remastered for this 180g Back To Black repress, the album blends lean, roots‑infused rock with sharp lyrical detail. “Sultans of Swing” became an instant classic, but the entire record showcases the band’s early chemistry — warm, spacious, and effortlessly cool.

Track Listing

Side A
Down to the Waterline
Water of Love
Setting Me Up
Six Blade Knife
Southbound Again

Side B
Sultans of Swing
In the Gallery
Wild West End
Lions

Features

180g remastered repress
Part of The Studio Albums 1978–1991 Back To Black series
Classic debut album featuring “Sultans of Swing”
Vertigo pressing

Information

Artist: Dire Straits
Title: Dire Straits
Label: Vertigo
Catalogue ID: 3752902
Series: Back To Black / The Studio Albums 1978–1991
Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Reissue, Remastered, Repress, Stereo, 180g
Country: Europe
Release Date: 2020
Genre: Rock
Style: Classic Rock