DAVID Knopfler, founder member of legendary Eighties band Dire Straits, makes his Wirral debut tomorrow (Thursday, June 1), when he takes to the stage at Pacific Road Arts Centre, Woodside, as part of an extensive tour of Europe and Canada.

With none of his enthusiasm for touring diminished, David says: "The shine from playing live never tarnishes, even after more than 30 years of doing it. I also get a thrill walking into a recording studio because I love the silence. A studio is like sacred space to me and has the same sense of ooh' as an art gallery or a lovely church."

The show starts at 8pm. For tickets, contact 647-0752.