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Sultans Of Swing Pt.5 - Verse Four

"Sultans Of Swing Pt.5 - Verse Four" is a segment from Dire Straits' landmark track "Sultans of Swing," written by guitarist and vocalist Mark Knopfler. Originally demoed in July 1977 at Pathway Studios in North London, the song gained early traction through BBC Radio London before being re-recorded for the band's debut album. For electric guitarists, this section offers an ideal study in Knopfler's distinctive fingerpicking style, clean tone, and melodically rich phrasing.

  • Mark Knopfler plays without a pick, using his fingers, a key reason his tone and phrasing sound so distinctive on electric guitar.
  • The original demo was recorded at Pathway Studios, North London, in July 1977, before the band had a record deal.
  • Dire Straits re-recorded "Sultans of Swing" at Basing Street Studios in February 1978 for their self-titled debut album on Phonogram Records.
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