![]() ![]() ![]() But they were scaling ever-more ambitious peaks such as the Rodgers and Hammerstein-quoting “Tunnel Of Love” (said to be inspired by Knopfler’s childhood visits to the fairground at Whitley Bay) and the equally filmic, not to mention anthemic, “Romeo and Juliet.” Mark took his first co-production credit on the album, alongside in-demand rock producer and future Apple Music executive Jimmy Iovine. The release of 1980’s Makin’ Movies saw the band as a three-piece of Knopfler, John Illsley and Pick Withers, after the departure during the sessions of Mark’s brother David. ![]() The LP’s one single, and radio favorite, was the incisive “Lady Writer,” a hit in several countries, notably Holland. By the time of the band’s second album Communiqué, they were already such big news that they were recording in the Bahamas and working with no less an industry legend than production overlord Jerry Wexler. ![]()
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