Turning points...

[Robson]

I didn't think about every album and about DS / MK calendar. First DS album was a turning point for sure, but not Communique. Making Movies was another turning point. Another example: The Notting Hillbillies, Golden Heart for sure.

[Robson]

Mark decided to record film music of Local Hero - another turning point. But the next soundtracks were just a consequence. That's what I mean. But if the topic is weak, please delete it

[Knopflerfan]

Mark decided to record the film music of Local Hero - another turning point. But the next soundtracks were just a consequence. That's what I mean. But if the topic is weak, please delete it

Kind of understand your reasoning but in theory each album/release has been a 'turning point' with regards MK. Each release has something different about them...

[Robson]

I do not think so. For me, the turning point is something bigger. Another road MK. Something new. Of course, everyone has their opinion and it's ok on the forum, that's why I asked

[Tomcaster]

Disbanding Dire Straits and becoming a solo artist...

[Robson]

Disbanding Dire Straits and becoming a solo artist...

And that is a specific thought.

[KnopfleRick]

2019 when he announced his retirement at the DTRW tour.

[Jules]

Disbanding Dire Straits and becoming a solo artist...

And that is a specific thought.

It is said it was announced in 1995 but I didnt found anything specific about that, just a mention on a DSIS newsletter where MK told Liz Whatley to close the DSIS service as DS are not going back.

[Robson]

2019 when he announced his retirement at the DTRW tour.

I was thinking about it too.

[Robson]

Disbanding Dire Straits and becoming a solo artist...

And that is a specific thought.

It is said it was announced in 1995 but I didnt found anything specific about that, just a mention on a DSIS newsletter where MK told Liz Whatley to close the DSIS service as DS are not going back.

It's true. There was never any official announcement. End of DS. There has been a mute.

[dustyvalentino]

1985 was a turning point.

Like it or not, BiA transformed MK from a very successful musician into part of the rock elite along with Dylan, McCartney, Queen, Elton John, The Stones etc.

[Robson]

1985 was a turning point.

Like it or not, BiA transformed MK from a very successful musician into part of the rock elite along with Dylan, McCartney, Queen, Elton John, The Stones etc.

And I also agree here

[MagicElliott]

30th May 2008.

Significant it was the first date because Mark had the pleasure of me in his audience.

[Robson]

Personal thread? I like:) My date is June 10, 2001

[koobaa]

I think significant turning points are when MK switches to a new type of his favourite guitar because it affects the sound and therefore the music he produced.

So for example:
- switch from Fenders to Schecters (circa 1980)
- switch from Schecters to Pensa-Suhr (circa 1988)
- switch from Pensa to Les Paul (circa 1996)