Brothers In Arms - Full Length Version, Dire Straits

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$90.00
Artist - Dire Straits
Format - 12" Single
Genre - Blues Rock , Classic Rock, and Rock
Year - 1985
Country - Australasia
Grading (record) - Near Mint
Grading (sleeve) - Very Good Plus

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Dire Straits – Brothers in Arms (Full-Length Version)

Artist: Dire Straits

Title: Brothers in Arms

Album Type: Fifth Studio Album

Original Release Date: May 13, 1985

Label: Vertigo (UK) / Warner Bros. (US)

Genre: Roots Rock / Blues Rock / Sophisti-Pop

Background & Production Brothers in Arms is a landmark in music history, famously known as one of the first albums to be recorded entirely on digital equipment (DDD). Produced by Mark Knopfler and Neil Dorfsman, the album was recorded at Air Studios in Montserrat. While the original vinyl release in 1985 featured edited versions of several tracks to fit the physical constraints of an LP, the Full-Length Version (found on the original CD and later "Restored" vinyl reissues) contains significantly longer takes of the album's most iconic songs. This version is widely considered the definitive way to experience Knopfler's cinematic vision.

Musical Composition & Style The album is a masterclass in dynamic range, blending Knopfler’s signature fingerstyle guitar work with clean, atmospheric production.

  • The Extended Masterpieces: In the full-length version, tracks like "Money for Nothing" (featuring Sting on backing vocals) and "Your Latest Trick" include extended intros and instrumental passages that were trimmed for the standard 1985 vinyl.

  • Cinematic Storytelling: The title track, "Brothers in Arms," remains one of the most poignant anti-war songs ever written, featuring a haunting Les Paul tone that showcases Knopfler’s incredible restraint and touch.

  • The Hits: From the upbeat, saxophone-driven "Walk of Life" to the bluesy shuffle of "So Far Away," the album moves seamlessly between radio-friendly pop and deeply technical musicianship.

Legacy & Collector Notes Brothers in Arms was a global phenomenon, topping the charts in over a dozen countries and becoming one of the best-selling albums of all time. It won two Grammy Awards and was the first album to sell a million copies on the CD format. For vinyl collectors, the Full-Length Version is highly coveted, particularly the modern 45 RPM "Mobile Fidelity" or "Abbey Road Half-Speed" remasters, which finally allow the extended digital recordings to be heard with full analog warmth. It is an absolute cornerstone for any Shopify store, appealing to audiophiles and classic rock fans alike.

  • Keywords: Dire Straits, Mark Knopfler, Brothers in Arms, Money for Nothing, Vertigo Records, 1985 Vinyl, Audiophile Vinyl, Full Length Version, Digital Recording.

  • Collection Ideas: Audiophile Essentials, 80s Rock Masterpieces, Grammy-Winning Albums, Guitar Hero Classics.

  • Related Artists: Eric Clapton, J.J. Cale, Fleetwood Mac, The Police, Chris Rea.

 
Click for Grading Scale

MINT - sealed

NM - likely never played - almost perfect

VG+ - light scuffs, light scratches wont effect play

VG -  signs of wear, light scratches you can feel

GOOD -  surface noise, visible groove wear

POOR / FAIR- some damage, causing issues like skipping & distorted audio

OIS - original inner sleeve
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