John Illsley

Bassist and songwriter for Dire Straits

John Illsley is a British musician and songwriter, best known as the bassist and founding member of the rock band Dire Straits. Born on November 24, 1951, in London, England, Illsley co-wrote many of the band's hit songs, including "Sultans of Swing" and "Money for Nothing." After Dire Straits disbanded in the mid-1990s, Illsley pursued a solo career and released several albums. He has also worked as a session musici...