Dire Strait’s ‘Sultans of Swing’ Solo Played in the Distinctive Style of Jimi Hendrix

Dutch musician Laszlo Buring, who usually plays songs by other artists as Dire Straits, flipped the script and impressively performed Mark Knopfler‘s iconic guitar solo from “Sultans of Swing” as a Jimi Hendrix solo. Buring took inspiration from Hendrix’s solo on “All Along the Watchtower”.

It ain’t easy to get a grasp on Jimi’s sonic and melodic wizardry, but here’s an attempt. Molded the beat after ‘All along the Watchtower’ Hope you enjoy!

Lori Dorn
Lori Dorn

Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.