Dire Straits saxophonist Chris White makes his return to NZ with 'The Dire Straits Experience'.

The tribute group brings back the hits from the iconic 80s band to Wellington's Michael Fowler Centre this August.

Chris joins Nick on the show today to reminisce on the old days with the original band and frontman Mark Knopfler.

Chris and Nick talk his return to NZ, the success of tribute bands, bringing the music back to the stage and his favourite songs to play live.

Get tickets for the Dire Straits Experience at Michael Fowler Centre August 20th on Ticketmaster.co.nz

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Dire Straits saxophonist Chris White makes his return to NZ with 'The Dire Straits Experience'.
The tribute group brings back the hits from the iconic 80s band to Wellington's Michael Fowler Centre this August.
Chris joins Nick on the show today to reminisce on the old days with the original band and frontman Mark Knopfler.
Chris and Nick talk his return to NZ, the success of tribute bands, bringing the music back to the stage and his favourite songs to play live.
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Wellingtonians now have the chance to discuss the issues of the day one-on-one with proud local Nick Mills and have a forum to share their ideas, passions and outrages on a daily basis.

You don't find many people more passionate about the capital than Nick, and he comes to Wellington Mornings after decades of success as the man behind some of the city's leading hospitality and entertainment offerings - Spruce Goose, Hummingbird and the Wellington Saints basketball team just to name a few.

Nick's proud of his city but also knows much can be improved on to make Wellington an even better place, and brings an honest, edgy, fun and engaging show to Wellingtonians each weekday from 9 'til midday.

Wellingtonians now have the chance to discuss the issues of the day one-on-one with proud local Nick Mills and have a forum to share their ideas, passions and outrages on a daily basis. You don't find many people more passionate about the capital than Nick, and he comes to Wellington Mornings after decades of success as the man behind some of the city's leading hospitality and entertainment offerings - Spruce Goose, Hummingbird and the Wellington Saints basketball team just to name a few. Nick's proud of his city but also knows much can be improved on to make Wellington an even better place, and brings an honest, edgy, fun and engaging show to Wellingtonians each weekday from 9 'til midday.

Wellingtonians now have the chance to discuss the issues of the day one-on-one with proud local Nick Mills and have a forum to share their ideas, passions and outrages on a daily basis.

Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills

Dire Strait's Chris White joins Nick Mills on the show

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