Mark Knopfler - One Deep River Album Review
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- Опубликовано: 18 окт 2024
- I'm a huge Dire Straits and Mark Knopfler fan. I currently have 29 Mark Knopfler solo albums and in this video I review his new album One Deep River. I go through the album song by song and discuss where it fits in his discography.
I should be more of a Dire Straits fan than I am. I had a double comp album of theirs and loved every track. I should just listen to each of the albums now. And 'Brothers in Arms' is one of my favorite songs.
On the other hand, I haven't been grabbed by much of his solo work. I like the music he did for 'Local Hero,' and 'Laughs and Jokes and Drinks and Smokes' is superb, but otherwise I have found his solo music understated, shall we say, and he seems to have disappeared down a rabbit hole of 'pure' Southern music played in pubs in Northern England. Oh, and my wife has seen a video of him playing with his parrot on lead vocals, and the parrot, frankly, is somewhat in the Florence Foster Jenkins or Harry Chapin's Mr. Tanner camp - not up to contemporary professional standards.
But I really like this new album. I listened to it once and immediately listened to it again. The 'One Deep River,' I would guess is the Tyne, as I think the bridge on the front cover is in Newcastle. So, he is tapping his British roots again now and that certainly works for me. Although I much prefer deep tracks to poppy ones, I have found most of his solo work to be so deep as to be barely discernible, but the songs on 'One Deep River' are just right.
Thanks as always Tim. Another commentor said it so perfectly. His solo work is often "underplayed". It's like he tempers down his guitar solo work - to be more mellow, atmospheric, beautiful for sure, but would nice to see him almost "overplay" a bit on lead. You nailed the bridge / river - yep his hometown. When I crank up the song Brothers In Arms....I go to heaven - so powerful - so incredible. If you loved the Dire Straits compilation (and I actually do listen to their compilation albums) - they work tremendously well - take you on a musical journey because the Straits sound changes almost from album to album. The first side of Making Movies is sheer perfection and the 2nd side is very good too. Thanks again.
I agree with your review of “One Deep River,” which I’ve heard twice. If I’m in the mood for mellow Americana, it’s an album that will do the trick. Your use of the word “interchangeable” is perfect for describing his solo discography. He is, indeed, a very different kind of guitar player on Dire Straits albums - exciting and mostly diverse. Those albums feature my favorite version of him. When listening to Dire Straits, my mood is never a prerequisite for enjoyment.
thanks so much. Yes - totally agree with you. I would like to see him ramp it up on his next solo album. Be a little more Dire Straits like.
Dire Straits has always been in my Top 5. Nice review Alan!
Thanks so much - I'm with you on Dire Straits for sure.
Saw them at Radio City.. met Jack Sonni- a guitarist Mark recruited from an NYC music store- when he came to WBAB to promote Brothers in Arms! Cool video..I have a ton of DS
Including the Twisting By The Pool ep!
@@jeffreyjensen1055 wow. I did see dire Straits live but not at Radio City. With those acoustics must’ve been incredible. Still listen to WBABand pass it occasionally on Sunrise Highway. Unfortunately like all terrestrial radio play the same tired songs over and over again. Were great in their time though when I grew up with them. Would they even play Zebra anymore. Think not.
Hi Mate On the money with your review. I got the album when it came out as have started expand my collection of his music. His skill as a clever lyricist is often overlooked, due to his stunning guitar playing. He never "over play's" on his work ( I think a lot of us wouldn't mind if he did) just what's needed. His phrasing is right up there with David Gilmour and many other great players. His albums are cracking Sunday morning listens.
Thanks - - you are so right - so well said (I should have said that...lol). "He never over-plays". In fact he often "under-plays" on his solo work. I wouldn't mind a little more overplaying on the new album. Cracking Sunday Morning listens - that's great description too - so true. Thanks again.
Great review! I love Knopfler, my favourite (solo) song of his is Why Aye Man, mainly because of the subject matter.
@@markspooner1224 Thanks Mark. I love Why Aye Man as well. I do wish his latest albums had some more uptempo commercial tracks like that one.
@@TheAlanRosenbergShow I would certainly welcome that!
A Mark Knopfler protest song - 'Why Aye Man'! I had forgotten that bit of British history. Great song.
Thanks Alan.I have all his studio albums didn't know this came out.Will have to put an order in for it
@@thomaswery3087 thanks Tom. Not surprised you also have them all. Lol. This one did fly under the radar a bit. It’s quality material as always.
I didn't realize he had such an extensive discography as a solo artist. Dire Straits were one of our main Bands when we were Teens-Along with the Police. Cool Video
Thanks so much - Yea - time flies - this is his 10th solo album, but it's actually way more with soundtracks and other albums with Emmylou Harris, Chet Atkins and Notting Hillbillies - quite the career.
Thanks, I love DS, and Mark also.They are so much fun to listen to and watch.
Mark's guitar playing is beautiful. He has so much soul, and what a masterful storyteller. ( I wonder if he ever met John Prine)
I have been listening to piano covers of Dire Straits. Alan Ckark , you realize what beautiful music Mark wrote.
I love Telegraph Road, Romeo and Juliet, so many more.
Mark's solos, Silver Eagle, Last Exit to Brooklyn.
Mark's music comforts me since my husband died.
God Bless him
Thanks so much. I've never heard of the Piano Covers album of Dire Straits, but I will now look for it. So much beautiful melody in Knopfler's work, that the Piano album must be terrific. I'm sorry for your loss. But as you said, music creates so much emotion and can help us through difficult times. Thanks so much again.
Hi Alan
Alan Clark, their keyboard, and Satin Beaus @TheAlanRosenbergShow
They are on RUclips no albums
@@caroldofflemyer1803 oh. Thanks for letting me know. I’ll check them out.
@@caroldofflemyer1803 thanks. Wonderful keyboard player. I’m familiar with him with DS.
Good walkthrough, the non-commercial aspect of his work is spot-on. Not sure what the excessive flashings of the album cover achieves
Thanks so much. I actually appreciate the constructive "criticism" and it's a point well taken. Thanks so much again.
I'm a big fan of MK and DS. Love Over Gold is one of my all-time favourite albums. Haven't listened to the new album yet. It sounds good.
@@stevecloutier8673 I love Love Over Gold too. But then again I love all the Straits albums. This one is moody atmospheric like that. Think you’ll like it.
I'm a moderate Mark Knopfler fan. I only have two albums by him, Neck and Neck with Chet Atkins and Sailing To Philadelphia (What It Is is my favorite song of his.) I saw him once as a solo artist opening up for Bob Dylan in 2012 and he was great. If I ever see One Deep River used on CD, I'll probably get it.
@@tarrtruck2869 i remember that tour Tarr. Sailing to Philadelphia is a particularly strong Knopfler solo album. What It is is a fantastic favorite of mine too. The new album doesn’t have a commercial sounding track like that. He needs a good comprehensive best of collection. There’s so many Straits comps. Needs a good solo one.
Just listened to 'Sailing to Philadelphia,' thanks to your recommendation. Beautiful song.
@@timhewtson6212I absolutely love that song!
Need more Knopfler in my collection, when I'm at the thrift or used music stores I usually pick up the ones that I don't have.
I also need some more Dire Straits in my collection, I have a few comps, the 1st, Brothers, and the Live at the BBC cds.
Might just get the remastered box set with all six studio albums.
@@jasonpp1973 i certainly really like Knopfler solo but Dire Straits is on another level for me. Never enough straits for me.
@@TheAlanRosenbergShow All 3 of the domestic compilations have their strengths and weaknesses, the two disc with the Knopfler solo cuts
is the best of the 3.
@@TheAlanRosenbergShow They are the Sultans of Swing, being a former drummer/percussionist, Pick Withers is my favorite Dire Straits drummer.
Wish I had space for a drum kit, lol.
@@jasonpp1973 I agree - Pick Withers version of Dire Straits really "swung". What an amazing feel he had. I love the other versions of the band as well. Partly why I love Straits so much - they really are different bands on each album (except the first two). Best, Alan
From what I have heard, it's a nice album. I guess you didn't get the Super deluxe edition Blu Ray version . If you are trying to relax, you need some Enya🤣😂. I guess you saw the first big fall holiday announcement..... Bob Dylan and the Band live in 1974. It's only 27 discs......The Band songs aren't on the set, but it looks great. That's a lot of listening.
@@davidkunzli680 looks like cheap price for all those discs. Unfortunately has no Band on it. Similar to the Rolling Thunder box just had Dylan parts. But this is so many discs. Probably will pass on it for now. I listened to Enya last night after doing my video. Was damn nice.
Please don't ban me!!! I have never been a Knopfler fan because, way back (dare I say it) I just felt he made too many mistakes. Sorry. I figured anyone can get it right in the studio with enough takes. Nor have I ever been a fan of the Dylan/Knopfler/Dave Cousins style of singing (Crest of a Knave is way down on my Tull list despite Budapest) BUT (whew, there is a but), one thing I loved about Dire Straits was Terry Williams. I was delighted when I found out he was the drummer of this new band that hit the radio in '78, because, as you know, he was the drummer in Man, and Man were, and still are (even though they were Welsh - lol) one of my favourite bands of the first half of the seventies, particularly live. So I was really pleased that the hard work finally paid off for Terry. Incidentally, Son of Man, their kids, have toured in recent years to good reviews, though I haven't seen them. May I still comment??
@@martinstarnes2237 Ban you. I’d never do that. Lol. We all like what we like……even if you’re wrong. Lol. Just kidding. Correction though. Terry Williams joined later on. You can see him in the Alchemy tour video. He’s a monster drummer. He didn’t make the cut in the studio though and they dumped him drumming for Brothers in Arms replaced by Omar Hakim. He’s a rocking drummer though. I know little about Man though. It’s impossible not to love Dire Straits. Sorry. Go get a best of comp to start. Sensational powerful emotional music. Check out Tunnel Of Love. Loud.
@@TheAlanRosenbergShow I will 100% bow to your superior Dire Straits knowledge on this one, but whenever it was, I was pleased for Terry. Back to Knopfler in general, it might be also that I have a hard time relating Knopfler's music to his Scottish/Geordie roots. I dunno. Just doesn't do it for me. Anyway, if ever you want to explore, I will suggest one, and only one, live Man track to listen to.
Yeah, I can see how one could like Man and Dire Straits. Deke Leonard, eh? I don't think I've ever heard him talked about, but I listened to some Man recently and enjoyed it.
I doubt Mark Knopfler makes many mistakes nowadays and, I have to say, I haven't noticed any obvious mistakes on live clips. Maybe you caught him in his early days.
Not knowing, anything really, about his solo career I of course found this very interesting.
…but I may still be more likely to buy a David Knopfler album firsh (I have some in my wishlist) 😊
@@MortenAastad I bought an album of his once decades ago. Was ok but didn’t keep it. Don’t see his CDs in the wild too often
@@TheAlanRosenbergShow A lot of his records were pre-cd weren’t they?
Hi Alan - Mark Knopfler eh. Well I have lots of Dire Straits, and his solo stuff. To me his music is all of a similar pace, he does this mumbling shuffle, nice guitar, but what I do find is that on a lot of his stuff, particularly the Celtic stuff I always have the feeling that I've heard the melody before !! and lets face it with Celtic music there's every chance of that. Am not all in a Knopfler, he's a fine guitar player, but the music feels samey and too slow, and you cant hear the lyrics that well. For once I understand why he hasnt broken through in America, he just doesnt appeal to the masses at all. I guess he's at a stage where he can put out what he wants and not give a shit - similar Neil Young. Am a big fan but its quantity over quality for me - and has been for a looooooong looooong time !! Take care Cya
@@douglasweston126 I hear you. I kind of hinted at that in my video. His solo stuff is very interchangeable. Hard to tell one album from the next and all a similar tone and feel. Still enjoyable but not on the level of Straits.
Just a shame the cd comes in a cheap cardboard sleeve.not a standard plastic jewel the case wont last long even if looked after
I prefer classic jewel cases as well.
Slow and boring. It's over Mark. Go back to sleep.
I hear you. But when I'm in the mood for that slow, dark, moody Knopfler it's effective. But I agree that it's long time for Knopfler to break out of his solo mold and bring back that more upbeat and incredible Straits like guitar work.