6 Facts About Dire Straits' Brothers in Arms

Released May 17, 1985 The album came out on 17 May 1985 through Vertigo Records internationally and Warner Bros. in the US.

A landmark in digital recording It was one of the first commercially successful albums recorded entirely on digital equipment, setting a new standard for sound quality.

The title track is a war commentary “Brothers in Arms” is a somber reflection on the futility of war, inspired by the Falklands conflict.

“Money for Nothing” became a signature hit The song’s iconic guitar riff and controversial lyrics made it a global smash, winning a Grammy for Best Rock Performance.

The album sold over 30 million copies It remains Dire Straits’ best-selling album and one of the best-selling records of all time.

It won two Grammy Awards Brothers in Arms took home Grammys for Best Engineered Album and Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group.