Guardian Music — 20 June 1979: The band is one of the most successful British rock exports ever. Robin Denselow meets lead singer and songwriter Mark Knopfler Less than two years ago, back in the summer of ‘77, an English teacher called Mark Knopfler started a ... more info

Guardian Music — Bass player John Illsley says lead singer’s absence a ‘personal thing’Bon Jovi and Nina Simone also inducted on the nightBritish rockers Dire Straits have been inducted into the rock’n’roll hall of fame, but the occa... more info

Stereogum — For Dire Straits bassist John Illsley -- the only full-time and continuing member of the band along with frontman Mark Knopfler -- being elected into the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame is "like joining a rather large executive club. It's a rather beautif... more info

I Like Music — Dire Straits Co-founder John Illsley to play one off London Show at The 100 Club in June more info

Stopcryingyourheartout.com — Former members of the legendary Dire Straits and English group Oasis will be dropping into the Thatch in Rahan this week.John Illsley (Dire Straits) and Greg Pearle plays The Thatch next Monday, November 10, while Oasis legend Bonehead and singer-son... more info

BBC News - UK — Bassist John Illsley on life after Dire Straits more info

Guardian Music — Despite bassist John Illsley's pleadings, it seems this will be another one to add to the pile of reunions that just ain't happening, thanks to a spoilsport in the band more info

BBC News - UK — Dire Straits bassist John Illsley reveals how he has tried to persuade former bandmate Mark Knopfler to reform the group. more info