The Maverick, May 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 ...
The Maverick, September 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
Northern Echo
... 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.
About Diesel Therapy
We write, record, perform and teach folk-twang and roots music.
Our Aim
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
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 →
Central Bar, Gateshead, Sunday 27th November
American guitar styles and North Eastern lyrics, Bluegrass and instrumental Dobro tunes … Diesel Therapy will be sticking to their collective guns and playing original, roots music written in and about the North East … well rehearsed, played with passion and a sideways look! Read More →