Why are they called the Notting Hillbillies? Where are the Notting Hillbillies from?

The Notting Hillbillies derived their band name from London’s Notting Hill, where they recorded in studios.

Where are the Notting Hillbillies from?

The Notting Hillbillies hail from London’s Notting Hill.

About the Notting Hillbillies

The Notting Hillbillies was an English rock band founded in 1986, by British singer-songwriter Mark Knopfler.

The group comprised of legendary musicians Mark Knopfler, Steve Phillips, Brendan Croker, Guy Fletcher, Paul Franklin (pedal steel), Marcus Cliffe (bass), and Ed Bicknell (drums).

Knopfler, who was the frontman, was known for his distinctive guitar work and soulful vocals which gave the band a signature sound.

The Notting Hillbillies’ didn’t achieve much success but it was known for crafting authentic and heartfelt music that resonate with fans.

Their only studio album, “Missing…Presumed Having a Good Time,” released in 1990, featured standout tracks like Your Own Sweet Way and Railroad Worksong.

The band is remembered for crafting authentic and heartfelt music that not only resonated with fans, but has become timeless.