Sunday 1 August 2010

Mark Knopfler visits Bilbao: As part of his 'Get Lucky Tour' latest album


Mark Knopfler will be in Bilbao to present his latest album Get Lucky on Friday July 30th. The former front man of Dire Straits will perform at the city's Vista Alegre bullring from 10pm onwards. Via Ticketmaster tickets can be purchased and are priced between 50 and 58 euros.
As part of his Get Lucky Tour the Scots artist will be stopping in the Basque city, during which hell be presenting his latest studio album. Recorded in London's British Grove studios and co produced by regular collaborators Chuck Ainlay and Guy Fletcher, Get Lucky was released in September 2009. Via eleven songs, Knopfler explores his musical roots, dabbles in folk and blues, with lyrics that explore the musician's personal experiences over the years.
The Scots artist offers a live gig in Spain this is the fifth time. He visited Murcia on 24th July, followed up with performances in Córdoba, Lisbon and Santiago de Compostela on Wednesday 28th July. In Mardrid he will be playing on Thursday, and concludes the Spanish leg of his tour in Avila.