Newcastle’s players asked for their walkout song to be changed. It hasn’t gone down well

According to nufc.com, Ruud Gullit, during his tumultuous spell as manager, changed the pre-game tune at the start of the ...
Evening Chronicle

Newcastle walkout song change 'breaks my heart' as Local Hero dropped after squad request

Newcastle United will walk out to a different song on matchdays from now on, after the squad made a request that could change the stadium atmosphere significantly - and some fans in the Chronicle Live ...
Stereogum

Hear 54 Famous Rock Guitarists Unite On Mark Knopfler’s “Going Home: Theme From Local Hero” Remake

Last month, Mark Knopfler announced an ambitious endeavor: He recruited 54 famous rock guitarists to perform a new version of "Going Home: Theme From Local Hero." That illustrious crew includes what ...

Eddie Howe reacts to decision to drop Local Hero as Newcastle United walkout song

Mark Knopfler's famous anthem has been axed in favour of the Blaydon Races as Eddie Howe admits "tweak" behind the scenes ...
Yahoo

Mark Knopfler on how he enlisted Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton and dozens more for the all-star Local Hero theme

While Mark Knopfler was busy making One Deep River, he also found time – along with partner in crime Guy Fletcher – to produce a remarkable recording in aid of the Teenage Cancer Trust charity. Taking ...

Newcastle United chiefs drop Local Hero as walkout song as players request replacement

Newcastle United chiefs have dropped Local Hero as the club's walkout song after a request from the dressing room.
AOL

Knopfler's new Local Hero gets St James' airing

St James' Park will be treated to a new version of Dire Straits star Mark Knopfler's Local Hero on Saturday. Knopfler has joined forces with over 50 artists to remake the song in aid of Teenage Cancer ...