The track is an epic nine-minute reimagining of Knopfler’s 1983 instrumental classic from the film Local Hero . Produced by Guy Fletcher, it features an unprecedented ensemble of over 60 legendary musicians, including:
The single's cover art was designed by the legendary Sir Peter Blake (known for Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band ). It features a collage of the contributing musicians in front of "Hanks," a famous guitar shop on London's Denmark Street.
As each artist performs their specific segment or lick, their names appear on screen alongside music-themed visuals, such as a metaphorical guitar smash when Tom Morello plays.
David Gilmour (Pink Floyd), Slash (Guns N' Roses), Eric Clapton, Ronnie Wood (The Rolling Stones), Pete Townshend (The Who), Brian May (Queen), Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath), and many more.
The 2024 official video for by Mark Knopfler's Guitar Heroes marks a monumental moment in rock history, serving as a charity project to benefit the Teenage Cancer Trust and Teen Cancer America . A Landmark Collaboration
The track also includes Ringo Starr and his son Zak Starkey on drums, Sting on bass, and Roger Daltrey on harmonica. The Official Video & Visuals
The official video, animated by the Electric Theatre Collective, serves as a dynamic "who's who" of the contributors.
The recording notably opens with the final performance by Jeff Beck , captured shortly before his death in 2023.