Makin' Movies

aBOUT tHE bAND

mAKIN' mOVIES is a Hertfordshire-based Dire Straits tribute band delivering authentic, high-energy recreations of the band's classic live sound.

The six-piece group performs full-length sets inspired by iconic tours and concerts such as Alchemy, San Antonio '85 and the Brothers in Arms world tour, and many others.

The band has played venues across Hertfordshire, building a reputation for detailed musicianship, long-form arrangements and crowd-pleasing classics like Sultans of Swing, Romeo and Juliet, Money for Nothing, Walk of Life and more.

The band taking a bow together at the end of a gig

sHOW iNFO

LIVE IN '27

Full Brothers in Arms recreation

In 2027, we will be recreating the legendary 1985-86 Brothers in Arms World Tour.

The show, LIVE IN '27, draws inspiration from iconic concerts including Wembley Arena 1985 and Sydney Entertainment Centre 1986, combining faithful musicianship, era-accurate production and meticulous attention to detail.

Featuring classics including Money for Nothing, Sultans of Swing, Walk of Life, Romeo and Juliet and Brothers in Arms, the production celebrates one of rock's most celebrated live shows for a new generation of audiences.

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