Money for Nothing was formed in 2000 as a tribute to one of the world’s premier rock bands – Dire Straits. The abundant energy and the excellence and musicality of their performance makes Money For Nothing a “must see” for any rock enthusiast or Dire Straits fan. The line-up features top-class and experienced musicians that make this band a worthy tribute to Dire Straits. The band have studied Dire Straits in great depth to re-create their tribute to be as close as possible to the real thing and a respectful tribute to their idol and guitar legend.

Money for Nothing

Dorking Halls

The Classic Rock Show celebrating the very best of classic rock. Paying tribute to its favorite rock heroes, The Classic Rock Show thunders through performances from the likes of Led Zeppelin, Dire Straits, The Who, Eric Clapton, AC/DC, Queen, The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, and many more. Performed with note-for-note precision, bringing the original era-defining recordings back to life on stage, with an amazing sound and light show to match. Anthem after anthem, riff after riff, and solo after solo, culminating in a show-stopping guitar duel that is definitely not to be missed.

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The Classic Rock Show

Florida Theatre

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.

Tribute to Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits

The Barns At Wolf Trap

Classic Albums Live is back with their incredible musicians to perform Dire Straits’ groundbreaking 1985 album, Brothers in Arms, note for note, cut for cut. The chart-topping album has sold over 30 million copies worldwide and includes such iconic hits as “Money for Nothing,” “Walk of Life,” “So Far Away,” and more. Hear the album played live, in its entirety, and then stick around for a second set with more Dire Straits hits!

Dire Straits

May 30, 2025

Classic Albums Live performs Dire Straits’ Brother in Arms

Jan 7, 2025

Money for Nothing

Apr 7, 2024

The Classic Rock Show

Dire Straits