Mark Knopfler, the former lead singer of Dire Straits, has made headlines for political protests, such as canceling concerts in Russia over human rights crackdowns , but he has not made public statements supporting or opposing Jair Bolsonaro.
Some news articles use the word "dire" in a literal sense to describe Brazil's economic or political circumstances under or following Bolsonaro's administration.
If you are looking for a specific article, it may be a niche commentary or social media post rather than a mainstream news piece linking the band to the 2022 election. Dire Straits - Mark Knopfler
Former band member David Knopfler entered local politics in the UK in 2023, independent of international campaigns.