You're right ... Dire Straits is really something. Unsurpassed. Even for decades to come. Younger generation " ...they shoulda learned to play the guitar, they shoulda learned to play them drums!"
OMG. Best musicians in the world. ....and Mark does not know how to do anything less than genius. Must have been touched by angels @ birth. Such a deep and soulful artist, there has never been one better. I doubt there ever will be again. One of a kind man. Living legend!
I want to thank from the bottom of my heart the owner of this channel to publish this video. Mark Knopfler will be remembered through the eternity, a landmark in world music, a rock'n'roll Mozart.
STRATMAN firdaus sorry, but a lot of us do give a “shit”. A part of the experience of listening to these songs is knowing what the huge group of people that also listen to the same music are like. That’s why we scroll down to these comments sections. Some respect wouldn’t go amiss.
The first time I listened to this song, in the album Brothers in Arms, I was a child,... And never got tired of listening it. Very underrated, but an amazing song.
I was at this concert in 1986 and this was the opening song. The Band kept selling out the Sydney Entertainment centre so they just added more nights. I went to the 20th and 21st Concert in a row!
My father played this vinyl until the needle broke through the other side. I don’t know how Knopfler made four chords and a pentatonic scale sound so unique and chill.
I was in high school and saved every dime I made for a stereo. I got a sweet deal on a CD player ($650) but the selection of CDs was pretty sparse. This was one of the CDs I bought right away after the salesman used it to demo the speakers I bought. I quickly moved past the hits that were on this album and learned to really appreciate the more subtle songs. The way Knopfler sat in the groove and didn't feel the necessity to throw the guitar way out in front of the song was so cool. I love the musicianship. When he plays it isn't like the guitar is playing on its own while the band simply supports it. It's like part of a well oiled machine. Can definitely see the JJ Cale influence.
Of course it's Dire Straits forever. Never heard this version before. Fingers just glide over those cords makes the guitar sing. Knows how to get down. Really gets your attention. Just keeps going it's truly amazing. Just AWESOME.
I have two words... F*cking and Hell. Mark Knopfler is not just an astonishingly good musician but he comes across as a very nice person as well. I have seen him in concert several times and I feel privileged.
So enjoy the call and answer between MK and Chris White on flute. I see that musical pattern in many of his arrangements with band mates. Musicality is just awesome...truly is a virtuoso!
When you listen to The Police, you get that same space (created by the bass) in which Stewart Copeland does the same magical things on drums/percussions such as Mark Knopfler on guitar!
I was one of the lucky ones who saw this live all those years ago in Sydney. I smuggled in my Ricoh 35mm SLR camera and was just to Mark's left at the edge of the stage. While enjoying the show I was snapping away and at one point Mark looked right at me, pointed his finger, winked and smiled as if to say "naughty boy but you're okay" I actually have a photo of the very moment he pointed at me. I saw a hell of a lot good artists at the Sydeny Enteratinment Center....here's a few from the list Neil Young Tina Turner Sting Bob Dylan with Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks U2 INXS Phil Collins (solo plus as Genesis) David Bowie Eric Clapton Eurythmics and I have photos from all the listed concerts but I'll never forget that time.... ;-)
Loved that they opened the concert with this track. Such a left-field pick given all the hits on offer but it followed in the mould of Once Upon A Time In The West before it as a long, languid opener before going high octane. Very MK choice.
Remember watching this live on tv at the time in Sydney, with the most awesome in high-tech simul-cast with radios tuned in instead of the tv for sound. That was something magic, truly live and happening as you watch it. Something tv also didn't have at the time.
I was also living in Sydney and got to watch this in Simulcast on 2MMM-FM 104.9 I'm 52 now and I am still amazed by the lighting for the intro. I also still listen to Triple M but by App, as I live in Nimbin now. This is probably my favourite concert that I never went to.
I lived in country nsw and I remember it like it was yesterday watched on tv and recorded it on vcr and had it on 2ec radio and recorded to cassette those were the days
This is the best version of this song they ever did. I have had a recording of it since the night the played this concert and still listen to it often.
Nothing can bring me back to life as much as Mark's song, any but absolutely any. 🎶🔥🎤🔥🎸🔥🥁🎸🎸🎸🎸🔥🎸The greatest musician, all the glory is your Mark !! 🔥🎸🔥❤🙋♀️🇷🇸
Salutation à tous les fans de dire straits et des salves d aplaudissements pour le meilleur groupe du world pour moi. Depuis mon adolescence a nos jours j'ai 49ans machalla de la bebou 👍👍🤟
I used to skip over this song on _Brothers_ and John Fogerty's "Searchlight" on _Centerfield._ They were just too 'wide' and lopy ... then, very late one night, both songs became my instant and lasting favourites from both records. Because they are night songs ...
The first time I heard this song we were driving through the mountains of Wales. My sister had bought a present for me, a Dire Straits alblum containing this song. I played the song over and over until she ask me to listen to other songs on the album, What a great ride!!
A friend of mine who introduced dire Straits to my world in 1991, used to say about Mark that he’s a factory of music .. he produces music as VW produces beautiful cars .. and it well shown live .. where the beautiful songs he recorded on albums turned into a phenomenal masterpiece live !
Never ever tire of this song..love the pipes the guitar the Aussie feel to it, like your in the outback feeling free.Walking under the stars peace & tranquility looking to Ride across The River to The other side although i know it's about Soldiers =Perfection. ❤
The more I listen to this song, the more I want to hear it.
The more I hear it, the more I want to listen to it.
This is the real musicianship. Young generation should be conscious of these enigmatic musicians.
It's not shallow enough for them
You're right ... Dire Straits is really something. Unsurpassed. Even for decades to come. Younger generation " ...they shoulda learned to play the guitar, they shoulda learned to play them drums!"
75 years old and I am so blessed to have experienced this fine musician!
GOD BLESS HIM FOREVER!!
I'm only 59, maybe we belong to "The chosen ones."
@@orionrodi im 16 and this is the shit
@@ezrapyne69 shut up
OMG. Best musicians in the world. ....and Mark does not know how to do anything less than genius. Must have been touched by angels @ birth. Such a deep and soulful artist, there has never been one better. I doubt there ever will be again. One of a kind man. Living legend!
Can't wait to see him in concert next year
So true, the man really has the touch no doubt about it
Wirklich, There is no better Musician, nicht möglich!!!!!!!
Absolutely on point ! It's an angelic gifting !
1 big CORRECT on that Tammy
Mark Knopfler makes the guitar speak!!
Mark knopfler the guy who saved the rock and destroyed disco. ❤️ 🌴 🥰
I want to thank from the bottom of my heart the owner of this channel to publish this video. Mark Knopfler will be remembered through the eternity, a landmark in world music, a rock'n'roll Mozart.
John Illsley shines in this performance
Terry Williams drumming standing out as well
@@paulmatthews417 yes, he gives a lot of punch to a song which is very quiet in its studio version.
No doubt the best version of Ride Across The River, pure genious combined on one stage, absolutely incredible!
65 years old and I can't get this music loud enough and share
what does your age have to do with it? Just enjoy the music. Oh! I'm 3 and i love this music or I am 65. No one gives a shit.
Buy a new power amp?
STRATMAN firdaus sorry, but a lot of us do give a “shit”. A part of the experience of listening to these songs is knowing what the huge group of people that also listen to the same music are like. That’s why we scroll down to these comments sections. Some respect wouldn’t go amiss.
Yep. I'm 65 to... have listened to this track 100 times... still love it...
Looking forward to the next 100...
@@mohitmukherji2081 Amen to that....
RIP brother Jack sonni, ride across the river one last time my friend. God speed ❤
this song sounds better than studio version, it´s relaxing and evocative, sounds like
nature
I know,so superior to the studio version,and that is indeed rare!
The Man’s Too Strong sounded better Live as well...even though only rarely played...
Too bad it's not Hal Lindes on this.
@@RideAcrossTheRiver why ?????
nothing wrong with Sonny
Its like a ride in an African river, surrounded by trees, birds and fantastic animals ! Amazing song !
The first time I listened to this song, in the album Brothers in Arms, I was a child,... And never got tired of listening it.
Very underrated, but an amazing song.
True words for every song on that album
K
J
How in the world can anyone give a dislike to this? Loved this version !
Probably the flute solo
Maybe justin boober's fans.
No se hizo la miel para la boca del asno (proverbio español)
I dislike this version for the reggae sound infused into it I have never been able to warm up to that sound.
@@Ligma-Peavey I like the flute solo
I can't believe 32 years have passed since I first listened to this masterpiece... 👌👌
Mark is the best story teller, modern day Bard that we have.
What an absolutely gem of a song, with wonderful music and lyrics, and a wonderful opening to the concert!
Unbelieveable how a great song was transformed into a brilliant one LIVE...But it is Dire straits of course so you wouldn't expect anything less.
Its Mark Knopfler
Well Mark Knopfler is Drie Straits.
sure!
It’s beyond beautiful
@@navidnikraz2299 ✅
This version is amazing. It just kicks. I got into Dire Straits through this, and they got me into Mark Knopfler’s solo work.
Ride across the river followed by a 6min jam session, lovely.
I was at this concert in 1986 and this was the opening song. The Band kept selling out the Sydney Entertainment centre so they just added more nights. I went to the 20th and 21st Concert in a row!
Nice!
My father played this vinyl until the needle broke through the other side. I don’t know how Knopfler made four chords and a pentatonic scale sound so unique and chill.
Much agree, but this version TOTALLY BLOWS! WTF are have all these jacknuts commenting how "amazing" this is and have been listening to?
I was in high school and saved every dime I made for a stereo. I got a sweet deal on a CD player ($650) but the selection of CDs was pretty sparse. This was one of the CDs I bought right away after the salesman used it to demo the speakers I bought. I quickly moved past the hits that were on this album and learned to really appreciate the more subtle songs. The way Knopfler sat in the groove and didn't feel the necessity to throw the guitar way out in front of the song was so cool. I love the musicianship. When he plays it isn't like the guitar is playing on its own while the band simply supports it. It's like part of a well oiled machine. Can definitely see the JJ Cale influence.
@@dkmiwell said.
Of course it's Dire Straits forever. Never heard this version before. Fingers just glide over those cords makes the guitar sing. Knows how to get down. Really gets your attention. Just keeps going it's truly amazing. Just AWESOME.
Ride across the river is a very special song. Stay safe.
Rare to see the live version surpass the studio version in precise, beautiful execution of the wonderful art of music.Thank you!
Dire Straits' live versions usually surpass the studio
@@peter9910agreed!
Best musician in the world!!! Love it!!!❤🎸❤🎸❤
I have two words...
F*cking and Hell.
Mark Knopfler is not just an astonishingly good musician but he comes across as a very nice person as well.
I have seen him in concert several times and I feel privileged.
The most 80's song and concert of all time! The flute, hair, rayon, suits, pants, instruments, cheezy light effects... it has it all
this was a time when great people and great bands knew how to write great music and put on a great show without a doubt
If I had 3 wishes one would be that I could go back in time and make THIS one concert!!!!!
So enjoy the call and answer between MK and Chris White on flute. I see that musical pattern in many of his arrangements with band mates. Musicality is just awesome...truly is a virtuoso!
I get the feeling you know music? These terms are generally used by composers.
Absolutely gorgeous music. One of the most beautiful things I've ever heard!
When you listen to The Police, you get that same space (created by the bass) in which Stewart Copeland does the same magical things on drums/percussions such as Mark Knopfler on guitar!
Can't tell if this is Doors or Police ....
What an epic version! This song has a distinct reggae feel to it
Almost always seems to be a song on most albums with that feel.....In the Gallery , Once upon a time in the West for example
Your voice relaxes me. When I’m out somewhere and hear you. A calmness comes over me, your guitar helps too.
1985-1988 dire strait group was THE BEST
You are so right!!! 85 to 88 all the arrangements are fantastic. Adding the Sax and flute made all the songs better. Chris White is amazing.
It's crisp, classy, electrifying...it makes me want to dance. I feel alive and so blessed to both hear and watch him 🤣
Big straits fan from Australia greatest band ever lyrics that told amazing stories their will never be an era like this
It takes amazing music vision to produce this. There was a lot of dreaming done by Knopfler before this masterpiece was born
This is a work of modern art. Atmospheric soundtrack and lyric to soldiering for hire in the deepest jungles. What craftmanship!
I was one of the lucky ones who saw this live all those years ago in Sydney.
I smuggled in my Ricoh 35mm SLR camera and was just to Mark's left at the edge of the stage.
While enjoying the show I was snapping away and at one point Mark looked right at me, pointed his finger, winked and smiled as if to say "naughty boy but you're okay"
I actually have a photo of the very moment he pointed at me.
I saw a hell of a lot good artists at the Sydeny Enteratinment Center....here's a few from the list
Neil Young
Tina Turner
Sting
Bob Dylan with Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks
U2
INXS
Phil Collins (solo plus as Genesis)
David Bowie
Eric Clapton
Eurythmics
and I have photos from all the listed concerts but I'll never forget that time.... ;-)
That's so awesome 👌, wish I was there
Huey Lewis on the small world 89 tour must have been a solid one!
You lucky person!
Amazing performance! It almost sounded like they went a little reggae there for a moment. Wow anyone who saw this live - consider yourself fortunate.
I was one of the fortunate.
They added a brilliantly subtle reggae rhythm.
THIS DUDE IS THE PHENOM!
Jo Hinz robingibb
Loved that they opened the concert with this track. Such a left-field pick given all the hits on offer but it followed in the mould of Once Upon A Time In The West before it as a long, languid opener before going high octane. Very MK choice.
This is such a beautiful atmospheric song. 43 years old here and loved listening to them in the 80's.
The Toronto version of this from July '85 is even MORE trippy.
Remember watching this live on tv at the time in Sydney, with the most awesome in high-tech simul-cast with radios tuned in instead of the tv for sound. That was something magic, truly live and happening as you watch it. Something tv also didn't have at the time.
I was also living in Sydney and got to watch this in Simulcast on 2MMM-FM 104.9
I'm 52 now and I am still amazed by the lighting for the intro.
I also still listen to Triple M but by App, as I live in Nimbin now.
This is probably my favourite concert that I never went to.
I lived in country nsw and I remember it like it was yesterday watched on tv and recorded it on vcr and had it on 2ec radio and recorded to cassette those were the days
Another new favourite !!! Amazing..like Nazareth. puts you right there..this time in the jungle..just awesome!
Dire straits you are best
This is the best version of this song they ever did. I have had a recording of it since the night the played this concert and still listen to it often.
Nothing can bring me back to life as much as Mark's song, any but absolutely any. 🎶🔥🎤🔥🎸🔥🥁🎸🎸🎸🎸🔥🎸The greatest musician, all the glory is your Mark !! 🔥🎸🔥❤🙋♀️🇷🇸
Salutation à tous les fans de dire straits et des salves d aplaudissements pour le meilleur groupe du world pour moi. Depuis mon adolescence a nos jours j'ai 49ans machalla de la bebou 👍👍🤟
I was there that night, just brilliant!
mr terry williams did a awesome job on dire straits
wish he would have been with the DS in the 90tis !!!
wonder if he still owns that awesome drumkit
Days went by, years went by, but this song sounds as great as the first time I heard it ... amazing!!!
Never get tired of hearing this most remarkable band ever! MK the best bar none!
This is the best version, how good is this masterpiece. 👏 love jack sonni's part
Brilliant live band
Give any money for a Blu ray of this show, blistering performance from everyone, Mark Knopfler the King of Stadium rock 🌟🔥💯👍🇮🇪
Jack Sonni absolutely tearing it up
Desde que tenía 28 años he estado escuchando a los Dires. Ahora ya he pasado los 65 años y los sigo escuchando. Es la música de mi generación.
I used to skip over this song on _Brothers_ and John Fogerty's "Searchlight" on _Centerfield._ They were just too 'wide' and lopy ... then, very late one night, both songs became my instant and lasting favourites from both records. Because they are night songs ...
I am 75 and I know talent when I hear it!!
RIP sonni
I THANK AGAIN THE OLDER BROTHER OF ONE OF MY BEST FRIENDS BECAUSE AS KIDS HE MADE US LISTEN TO THESE SONGS
The first time I heard this song we
were driving through the mountains of Wales. My sister had bought a present for me, a Dire Straits alblum containing this song. I played the song over and over until she ask me to listen to other songs on the album, What a great ride!!
A friend of mine who introduced dire Straits to my world in 1991, used to say about Mark that he’s a factory of music .. he produces music as VW produces beautiful cars .. and it well shown live .. where the beautiful songs he recorded on albums turned into a phenomenal masterpiece live !
yeah.. a factory of music :))
I was 3 years old when they where playing this....man I missed all the best years for music
The best version of Ride across the river. Live. Seems to be inspired by the colors of Australia.
Love the reggae rhythm here.
I've watched this concert 1000's of time since I was about 10 years old when first simulcast
happy birthday mark..
Superb boyband..........timeless Mark....God bless all......
This is so NOT a boyband!
I’m reliving my youth, I was at that concert 8 rows from the centre stage, feels like it was yesterday
You lucky, lucky dog.
You lucky girl you.
Best concert ever!!!
Amazing band ! Everyone so good at what they do !
Respect..
Beautifull song👍🇮🇹
I miss music so much, this is unreal
That is good music 🎼😎😍
When we're finally visited by folks from outer space, the first thing they'll do is ask for Mark Knopfler to play for them.
He's the only one I've ever heard sing that way...they donna give a damn... No they don't....singing "under the breath". One word...cool
Man I wish I could have been at this concert !
This Song is Political Philosophy 101 %10,000 percent absolute Truth...
All dire straits songs are Amazing and wonderful fromage À tous z!
Ohhh soooo beeeautiful... thanks my Idol ❤️🎶🎸
Mark Knopfler just the Best
Off course...
Bloody magic
*ALCHEMY...The best live album of all time!!*
the best of the best
Enjoying the heck out of your live performance in Sydney as I can see everyone else was! You guys were amazing!!!!
Never ever tire of this song..love the pipes the guitar the Aussie feel to it, like your in the outback feeling free.Walking under the stars peace & tranquility looking to Ride across The River to The other side although i know it's about Soldiers =Perfection. ❤
Only problem with dire straits is that their music has to end, I could listen to their instrumentals non stop, no problems whatsoever.
side two of Brothers In Arms is one of my all time favorite things in this life.
Deeply moving, beautiful
Jack Sonni!
Profound and superb music.
All top musicans !
So many memories flooding thru.. Great music
Une merveille.
great song
Absolutely dig the sax