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Mark Knopfler co-founded Dire Straits with his younger brother David Knopfler. They formed the band in 1977 in London, England. Dire Straits became one of the most successful rock bands of all time, releasing six studio albums and selling over 120 million records worldwide. The band's music is characterized by Knopfler's bluesy guitar playing and Knopfler's distinctive vocals.