Dire Straits

British rock band formed in 1977 by Mark Knopfler, David Knopfler, John Illsley and Pick Withers. The group first split up in 1988 but reformed in 1991 and then disbanded again in 1995.

Full-time band :
Hal Lindes – rhythm guitar, backing vocals (1980–1985)

Touring/session :
Danny Cummings – percussion