Dire Straits

Brothers in Arms

First released1985

Brothers in Arms, Dire Straits' fifth studio album, was recorded primarily at Capitol Studios in Hollywood and the Power Station in New York between 1984 and 1985. The album was produced by the band alongside Bob Rock and Peter Bogert, with Mark Knopfler maintaining tight creative control throughout the sessions. The production notably featured early adoption of digital recording technology, making it one of the first major rock albums to be recorded entirely in the digital format, contributing to its pristine, polished sound. The album's meticulous approach to production, including extensive layering and overdubbing, reflected a departure from the band's earlier raw rock style and was considered innovative for its technical execution. Released in May 1985, it became a massive commercial success and one of the best-selling albums of all time, partly due to the popularity of the hit single "Money for Nothing" and its groundbreaking music video.