Staging unmissable live shows of the music of Dire Straits

Hi, just wanted to reach out and say how much we enjoyed your gig at The Musician in Leicester last night. You guys are amazing musicians and the standard of music was brilliant. Thoroughly enjoyed and will definitely come and find you again.

Anthony and Jo

Our Story

Welcome to Alchemy ReLived! - a band dedicated to bringing the music of Dire Straits back to the stage.

Classic Rock magazine hailed 'Dire Straits' as "the biggest British rock band of the 80s.” And with four Grammy Awards, three Brit Awards, an iconic performance at Live Aid, over 120 million albums sold, and a final world tour that sold over 7 million tickets, it’s difficult to deny that claim.

Since 2019, we've been faithfully recreating the sound and spirit of one of the most iconic rock bands of the '80s. Whether it's the classic hits like Sultans of Swing and Romeo & Juliet, or powerful tracks such as Brothers in Arms, we aim to give fans the experience of seeing 'Dire Straits' live.

With a passion for the music and attention to detail, we take pride in delivering an authentic tribute to one of world´s greatest bands. We hope you’ll join us at one of our shows and relive their unforgettable music.

Meet The Band

Dave Woodward

Lead guitar & vocals - Dave started listening to 'Dire Straits' in 1985 when his dad borrowed the cassette of 'Brothers In Arms' from the local library. This led to him getting his first electric guitar for his 10th birthday and forming a band at school to play ‘Money For Nothing’.

Martin Hookins

Keyboards & backing vocals - “It was a hot day in July 1977. I was sitting on my parents’ lawn in London, with a guitarist mate, listening to the radio. They played 'Sultans of Swing'. Wow! My mate said, “How’s he doing that?” I was hooked on 'Dire Straits' from then on. I’ve played piano and keys in bands all my life and loved every minute.

Cameron Nelson

Bass - Cameron was smitten by the music of ‘Dire Straits’ from the moment he heard their first album played on German radio back in 1978. In 1982 he was playing ‘Sultans of Swing’ on stage in Berlin, now over 40 years on he is delighted to be back on stage playing in this musical tribute to ‘Dire Straits’. In the intervening years Cameron has enjoyed his time playing in a number of bands, performing at festivals and events throughout Holland, Belgium, Germany and the UK.

Julie Kimber

Saxophone, percussion and backing vocals - Julie has been playing saxophone professionally since the age of 28, working as a musician in Spain, Oman and Dubai for 8 years, gigging with various line-ups, duos, bands and brass sections.

Andy Hutt

Drums

Andy was lucky enough to see drummer Terry Williams live, playing with Welsh rock band, 'Man'. It was an education. Now, after many years playing with bands in the UK and Europe, Andy is thrilled to emulate one of rock's great drummers who helped to drive 'Dire Straits' during those great 'Alchemy' years.

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