Lindes became a full-time member of Dire Straits at the end of 1980, shortly after the release of the group's third album, "Making Movies". He replaced original co-founding member and rhythm guitarist David Knopfler. Lindes toured with Dire Straits while they were promoting "Making Movies" and remained with the band while they recorded their fourth album, 1982's "Love Over Gold". Lindes was also with the band for the EP titled "ExtendedancEPlay" released in early 1983, which included the hit single “Twisting by the Pool”.