JUST NOW: MARK KNOPLER REVEALS CERTAIN THINGS ABOUT HIS SELF AND LATE JACK SONNI……

Jack Sonni, often described as “the other guitarist” alongside Mark Knopfler in Dire Straits’ Brothers In Arms era, died yesterday (30) at the age of 68. The Pennsylvania native had latterly played in Dire Straits Legacy, the aggregation of musicians who previously toured with the band and/or played on their albums.

Bassist and co-founder John Illsley wrote on Facebook: “So sorry to hear the sad news that Jack Sonni has died, we loved having him with us on the Brothers in Arms tour, fond memories. R.I.P Jack.” Dire Straits Legacy had announced this week that Sonni was in ill health and would not be able to take part in the band’s next gigs. No cause of death has yet been announced.

Knopfler added on his social media on Friday (1): “A sad farewell to our old friend Jack Sonni, whom I met when he was working at Rudy’s Music Stop on 48th St. Jack was a genuine guitar enthusiast who loved to play, jam, and talk guitars and amps all day. He joined us on tour during the Brothers in Arms era and took to life on the road with the band like a fish to water. Jack made friends wherever he went and will be missed by his many pals worldwide. Our thoughts are with his family at this time.”