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Richard Green: Dire Straits and John Illsley Special

Dire Straits and John Illsley Special

BBC Radio Devon - Richard Green, Dire Straits and John Illsley Special

John Illsley talks about his life in the rock band Dire Straits, plus his new solo music.

John Illsley talks about his life in the rock band Dire Straits, plus his new solo music.

Should you wish to email Richard with your favourite 80s tune, then it's RG@BBC.CO.UK.

Bassist John Illsley talks about his life in the legendary rock band Dire Straits, plus reveals his new solo music.

John will tell of how the band got their name , how Sting's help on "Money for Nothing" came about , and how his friendship with Mark Knopfler has endured over the years.

Should you wish to email Richard with your favourite 80s tune, then it's RG@BBC.CO.UK.

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