BandHouse Gigs brings together 40 of DC’s finest musicians and singers to pay tribute to Mark Knopfler. The evening celebrates Knopfler’s work with groundbreaking band Dire Straits and their hits “Sultans of Swing,” “Romeo and Juliet,” “Money For Nothing,” and more. Songs from Knopfler’s remarkable solo career are also featured, including collaborations with Emmylou Harris and Chet Atkins, and his renowned movie scores for films like Local Hero and The Princess Bride.
Featured artists performing include Bobby Thompson, Jelly Roll Mortals, Dave Chappell, Naked Blue, Dan Hovey, Lisa Lim, Jonathan Mudd, Tom Lofgren, Dan Leonard, Andy Rutherford, Gant Kushner, Eric Ulreich, Deren Blessman, Buddy Griffin, Jess Elliot Myhre, Jerry Del Rosso, Gina Cocco, Tom Fridrich, Spencer Hoopes, Danny Schwartz, David McKitrick, Chuck Sullivan, Ronnie Newmyer, and more.
BandHouse Gigs
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