Dire Straits

In June 1988, during the live concert at Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg, Dire Straits was riding high on the success of their album "Brothers in Arms," released in May 1985. This album was a monumental success, featuring hits like "Money for Nothing" and "Walk of Life," and it played a significant role in defining the sound of the 1980s. By the time of the Johannesburg concert, the band had solidified their status as one of the leading rock bands of the era, owing much to their innovative use of digital technology in music production. The concert was also notable as it occurred in the context of South Africa’s transitional period towards the end of apartheid, which added a layer of historical significance to the performance, underscoring the band's global impact and relevance during that time.

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