66: Dire Straits, "Money For Nothing"

from TapeHeads: 80's Music and Beyond · host Blaine and Todd

This song and album was one of the bigggest from the 80's, as well as the most controversial for its use of an anti- gay slur. Mark Knopfler was and is one of the best guitarsts around. We delve into all of it.Connect with us at tapeheadspod.com.RELATED LINKS:Our Money For Nothing playlist, on SpotifyDire Straits, on Spotiy. Dire Straits, "Money For Nothing" official video, at YouTubeUnder the Volcano (2021) documentary, at IMDBCOVER YOUR EARS:Colt Clark and the Quarantine Kids

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