Featuring Chris White, former member of Dire Straits
When Dire Straits took the stage for the final time in 1995, many felt an era was coming to an end. Yet the music – timeless, melodic, and instantly recognisable – continued to live on in the hearts of audiences. With The Dire Straits Experience, this legacy is brought to life once more, with intensity and artistic quality that honours the original.
At the centre is saxophonist Chris White, who was part of Dire Straits’ final lineup, surrounded by six internationally acclaimed musicians who have shared the stage with some of today’s greatest artists. Together they perform a repertoire that includes iconic tracks like Sultans of Swing, Money for Nothing, and Private Investigations – compositions that have long achieved classic status in modern rock.
The Dire Straits Experience is said to offer the most authentic recreation of the band’s distinctive sound that audiences can experience today. Chris White emphasises that vocalist and guitarist Terence Reis is the only artist who can fully assume the role of Mark Knopfler’s musical heir. Don’t miss this tribute to one of music history’s greatest bands and their legendary songs!
Organisers:
Stavanger Concert Hall & FKP Scorpio