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It Never Rains (1982) – Dire Straits

It Never Rains is another long rock epic for which Dire Straits became known. It follows a familiar pattern: a slow, spacious opening built around piano and organ chords, then a gradual build toward extended guitar work near the end.

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Telegraph Road (1982) – Dire Straits

I challenge you to read the lyrics of Telegraph Road as a standalone document and not be impressed by the vision and world-building in Mark Knopfler’s writing of this epic rock song. The music is amazing as well. Knopfler is

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