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  • On Every Street - Black

£35.00

Artist : Dire Straits Category : Reissues
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Released in 1991, On Every Street marked the long-awaited return of Dire Straits after a six-year hiatus following the monumental success of Brothers in Arms. It would ultimately become the band’s final studio album, closing their career with a thoughtful mix of styles, moods, and polished musicianship.

Blending rock, blues, and country, the album showcases Mark Knopfler's signature guitar work and storytelling once more—though this time with a world-weariness that reflects both time passed and a changing musical landscape. Tracks like “Calling Elvis” and “Heavy Fuel” offer tongue-in-cheek swagger, while the title track and “You And Your Friend” bring moody introspection and atmospheric beauty. Elsewhere, songs like “The Bug” and “When It Comes To You” embrace Americana roots, and “Planet Of New Orleans” evokes a smoky, cinematic feel.

On Every Street may not chase the chart dominance of its predecessor, but it stands as a mature, nuanced farewell from a band that always moved to its own rhythm. A closing chapter filled with quiet power, lyrical depth, and the unmistakable touch of Knopfler’s guitar.

Tracklist:

Side A:
A1. Calling Elvis
A2. On Every Street
A3. When It Comes To You

Side B:
B1. Fade To Black
B2. The Bug
B3. You And Your Friend

Side C:
C1. Heavy Fuel
C2. Iron Hand
C3. Ticket To Heaven

Side D:
D1. My Parties
D2. Planet Of New Orleans
D3. How Long

  • Record label

    Vertigo

  • Date of release

    2022

  • Format

    2LP

  • Vinyl Colour

    Black

  • UPC

    3752914

  • Additional Tags

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