The rootsy rocker, known for his masterful licks and modest demeanor, starts the tour in Portsmouth, Va., June 24. From there, Knopfler will tour the New England area before hitting Montreal on July 2 with a few more Canadian dates to follow.

Knopfler will then tour around the mid-West and South, playing key cities like Atlanta, Chicago, Nashville, and Milwaukee. He’ll make it to the West coast on July 22 at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, then work his way North, finishing off the tour on July 31 at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver.

Also, in a show of generosity to the fans, tickets will be available through Knopfler’s web site – www.mknews.net – in order to provide folks with better seats at lower prices.

Soulful British singer/songwriter William Topley will be appearing as a special guest from July 19 until the end of the tour.