At 77, Mark Knopfler Names the 7 Guitarists He Calls Absolute Geniuses

At 77, legendary guitarist Mark Knopfler looks back on the musicians who truly impressed him and reveals the 7 guitarists he considers genuine geniuses. From iconic legends to extraordinary players whose talent deserves more recognition, these are the guitarists who earned the respect of one of rock’s most distinctive and influential guitarists. In this video, we explore Mark Knopfler’s musical influences, the players he admired, and what made their guitar work stand out. If you love Dire Straits, classic rock, blues, and great guitar playing, you won’t want to miss this list. Who do you think deserves to be called a guitar genius? Let us know your favorite guitarist in the comments! #MarkKnopfler #DireStraits #GuitarLegends #GuitarGenius #ClassicRock #RockMusic #Guitarists #MusicLegends #BluesGuitar #RockLegends