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Book Mark Knopfler
Mark Knopfler is a guitarist, singer and songwriter who led Dire Straits from 1977 to 1995, writing classics such as "Sultans of Swing," "Romeo and Juliet" and "Money for Nothing," and the 1985 album Brothers in Arms. As a solo artist he has made a series of reflective albums, including Golden Heart, Sailing to Philadelphia, Shangri-La, Kill to Get Crimson, Get Lucky, Privateering, Tracker, Down the Road Wherever and One Deep River in 2024. His fingerpicked guitar style is instantly recognizable. Knopfler has also composed film scores for Local Hero and The Princess Bride, won Grammy Awards in country instrumental, collaboration and immersive audio categories, and is an Officer of the Order of the British Empire. He is also a recipient of the Steiger Award and Spain's Premios Ondas.
- Genres: blues, rock and country
- Active since 1965
- Born in Glasgow
- Honors: Grammy, British honours (OBE/MBE)
- Labels: Mercury Records, Warner Bros. Records
- Notable work: Tunnel of Love, Calling Elvis
- Category: Musician
Estimated fee range
How much does Mark Knopfler cost?
The estimated booking fee for Mark Knopfler is $1M–$2M. The final figure depends on the date, location, event type and what's required, and travel, production and hospitality are usually extra.
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Career timeline
Milestones
- Received the Grammy Award for Best Country Instrumental Performance
- Won the Grammy for Best Music Video, Short Form ("Dire Straits - Brothers In Arms")
- Received the Grammy Award for Best Country Collaboration with Vocals
- Released the album Neck and Neck
- Won the Grammy for Best Country Instrumental Performance ("So Soft, Your Goodbye")
- Won the Grammy for Best Country Vocal Collaboration ("Poor Boy Blues")
- Received the Premios Ondas
- Received the Grammy Award for Best Immersive Audio Album
- Won the Grammy for Best Surround Sound Album ("Brothers In Arms - 20th Anniversary Edition")
- Received the Steiger Award
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What is the typical fee range for Mark Knopfler?
Our estimate puts Mark Knopfler in the $1M–$2M range (estimate).
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What is Mark Knopfler's booking fee?
The estimated booking fee for Mark Knopfler is $1M–$2M (estimate).
How much does it cost to book Mark Knopfler?
Plan for an estimated $1M–$2M for the fee itself, plus travel, production and hospitality. Altus Entertainment will confirm the real number for your date.
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