Former Dire Straits frontman Mark Knopfler today released the first track from his latest solo effort Tracker, 'Beryl'.

With a moody stratocaster intro, glossy production and a driving 'Sultans of Swing'-esque rhythm, Knopfler's marks are all over the song, which would sound right at home on one of Dire Straits' early albums.

The 11-song Tracker is expected on March 16. Knopfler will be playing Dublin's 3Arena a few months later on May 15.