The Maverick – Gig Review 2009

"Diesel Therapy are the real deal; a band worth seeking out. This was an evening of fine music played with passion and precision. If they visit your town be sure to check them out ...

Diesel Therapy: UK Alt Country Band - Electric

The Maverick – Gig Review 2007

"It’s something to do with an innate sense of timing, a sense of syncopation, a delight in playing in a tight, musically inventive band, an awareness of what makes good music. Diesel Therapy is a good band!" – The Maverick

Diesel Therapy: UK Alt Country Band - Acoustic

Northern Echo – Gig Review 2007

... one of the best overall sounds I’ve heard from a British outfit for many a year. The twin guitar work is impeccable and the overall output of the band a variance of light and shade ... they are a musician's treat.

Diesel Therapy: Danelectro Baritone and Acoustic Guitar

Rothbury Roots – Gig Review 2006

"This is a band that you have just got to see. They made their mark in Rothbury, and an audience went home talking excitedly about this amazingly talented band." - Kevin Roberts, Rothbury Roots

Cramlington Folk Club – Gig Review 2006

"A great choice of songs and tunes, consummate guitar playing featuring, at times, blistering guitar harmonies, an understated rhythm section keeping it all going. These guys are at the top of their game; perfectionists playing to perfection."

About Diesel Therapy

We write, record, perform and teach folk-twang and roots music.

Our Music

We want to share our passion for the sounds of Bluegrass, Western Swing and old-time Americana. We love twangy old American guitars, warm valve amps and block harmonies.

But we were born in the UK. We've never been hobos, driven rigs or jumped freight trains. So we write about our own experiences.

We're equally at home playing acoustic or electric sets. And although we have a combined musical experience of over a hundred years, we still just want to plug in and play!

Latest News

Radio Sessions February 2012

As part of the run up to The Salter’s Road CD launch at Cluny2 on Friday 10th February, Jim, Danny and Chris will be performing live sessions on three local radio shows this week: Sunday 5th February: Jim Bennett on Ne1fm 1pm – 3pm. Wednesday 8th February: Drive Time show on Radio Teesdale 6pm Wednesday 8th February: Paddy McDee show on BBC Radio... [Read more of this news story]

Beckfoot Guitar Weekends: A Tribute to Malcolm White

I heard on the grapevine that Malcolm ‘Chalky’ White is handing over his Beckfoot Guitar Weekend business to the Farncombe Estate. I felt that I should write a few lines in tribute to Malcolm, his family and staff who have worked tirelessly to make the Guitar Weekends a fun and educational experience for all who have attended over the years. As... [Read more of this news story]

Cluny2, Newcastle, Friday 10th February

Diesel Therapy will be appearing at the Cluny 2 to launch their second album ‘The Salter’s Road’. The album will be officially released on Monday 6th February 2012. Read More →