# Diesel Hits The Road For His Bootleg Melancholy Album Tour 2025 **Latest News** — On Your Markus **Published:** 30 January 2025 **Author:** Markus Hamence **Source:** https://onyourmarkus.au/latest-news/diesel-hits-the-road-for-his-bootleg-melancholy-album-tour-2025/ --- **+ ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE FENDER GUITAR GIVEAWAY** Australian music icon *Diesel* kick-started his Bootleg Melancholy Album Tour in December with explosive shows in Avoca Beach and Kiama, where fans got to experience the special musical language he has developed with his band of stalwarts, Richie Vez on bass and Lee Moloney on drums. Presented by New World Artists, *Diesel,* alongside Vez and Moloney, will resume the Bootleg Melancholy Album Tour this March in Warragul, followed by Melbourne, Launceston, Hobart, Perth, Batemans Bay, Newcastle, Sydney, Wyong, Adelaide with proceedings drawing to a close on Saturday 3 May in Elizabeth. The 2 set performance showcases *Diesel’s* impressive career spanning over 3 decades, with boundless energy and vitality infused into every song, old and new, the audience will be treated to an unforgettable experience shared with music lovers nationwide! *“With so much material to draw from, I’m excited to blend new songs with classics,” Diesel shares. “We make quite a bit of sound for a three-piece, and each show will reflect that energy!” *Fans can expect a dynamic setlist featuring perennial favourites like ***Tip Of My Tongue, Soul Revival, All Come Together, Man Alive, Never Miss Your Water *****and *****Cry In Shame***, alongside “new family member” tracks from ***Bootleg Melancholy*****.** *Diesel* is also excited to announce an exclusive guitar giveaway with long-standing partner, [Fender](https://onthemappr.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=866374f77c3243c8b4c6c2e65&id=c82bb18a9c&e=220f1bd8bb). Every ticket purchased for the 2025 Bootleg Melancholy Album Tour —including those who have already purchased tickets—will automatically go into the draw to WIN a signed Squire Sonic Stratocaster Electric Guitar, there’s one guitar to be won at every show.  At the conclusion of the tour, *Diesel *will personally draw a major prize winner, who will receive a one-on-one Zoom guitar lesson with the Australian legend—a truly unique and exciting opportunity for fans and aspiring musicians alike. One of Australia’s greatest success stories, *Diesel*, has spent three decades weaving his one-of-a-kind musical magic into his rock and blues-fuelled sounds, both as part of the band *Johnny Diesel & The Injectors* and, more recently, as a solo artist. With multiple #1 ARIA charting albums under his belt, six ARIA award wins and millions of streams alongside a legion of fans, *Diesel*’s creative skillset also expands beyond his own projects, with the talented artist also renowned for his work as a producer and multi-instrumentalist. ![](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/originals/19337/c7721777-dc88-9fa2-df26-e53d826aed65.png) *Diesel*’s Bootleg Melancholy Album Tour recommences this March. *Bootleg Melancholy* is out now via Bloodlines. **DIESEL – BOOTLEG MELANCHOLY ALBUM TOUR DATES** **Proudly Presented by New World Artists ** **[https://dieselmusic.com.au/shows/](https://onthemappr.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=866374f77c3243c8b4c6c2e65&id=e3fb13dae6&e=220f1bd8bb)** **FRI 7 MAR | WEST GIPPSLAND ARTS CENTRE | WARRAGUL | VIC | 6:30-9:30 PM** Tickets available from [https://wgac.com.au](https://onthemappr.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=866374f77c3243c8b4c6c2e65&id=359aab2092&e=220f1bd8bb)  03 5624 2456, Box Office **SAT 8 MAR | THE CAPITOL THEATRE | MELBOURNE | VIC | 7:30-10:30 PM** Tickets available from [www.ticketmaster.com.au](https://onthemappr.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=866374f77c3243c8b4c6c2e65&id=6cc43b3404&e=220f1bd8bb) |All Ticketmaster Outlets **THUR 13 MAR | LAUNCESTON COUNTRY CLUB | LAUNCESTON | TAS | 7:30-10:30 PM** Tickets available from [https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/event/1300612996FC75D0](https://onthemappr.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=866374f77c3243c8b4c6c2e65&id=cbbd9e56c4&e=220f1bd8bb) **FRI 14 MAR | WREST POINT CASINO SHOWROOM | HOBART | TAS | 7:30-10:30 PM** Tickets available from  [https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/event/130061299029754B](https://onthemappr.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=866374f77c3243c8b4c6c2e65&id=189f91aff5&e=220f1bd8bb) **SAT 22 MAR | STATE THEATRE CENTRE OF WA, HEATH LEDGER TH | PERTH | WA | 7:30-10:30 PM** Tickets available from [https://www.artsculturetrust.wa.gov.au](https://onthemappr.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=866374f77c3243c8b4c6c2e65&id=1c9d2f6e08&e=220f1bd8bb)   08 6212 9292, Box Office **SAT 29 MAR | BAY PAVILIONS | BATEMANS BAY | NSW | 7:30-10:30 PM** Tickets available from [https://baypavilions.com.au](https://onthemappr.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=866374f77c3243c8b4c6c2e65&id=a557d9c3ae&e=220f1bd8bb)  02 4415 1800, Box Office **FRI 11 APR | NEWCASTLE PLAYHOUSE | NEWCASTLE | NSW | 7:30-10:30 PM** Tickets available [https://civictheatrenewcastle.com.au/what-s-on/all-shows/diesel](https://onthemappr.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=866374f77c3243c8b4c6c2e65&id=5edae85411&e=220f1bd8bb) **SAT 12 APR | YORK THEATRE-SEYMOUR CENTRE | SYDNEY | NSW | 7:30-10:30 PM** Tickets available from [https://www.seymourcentre.com](https://onthemappr.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=866374f77c3243c8b4c6c2e65&id=3e8d91117d&e=220f1bd8bb) 02 7255 1561, Box Office **SAT 26 APR | THE ART HOUSE THEATRE | WYONG | NSW | 7:30-10:30 PM** Tickets available from [https://www.thearthousewyong.com.au/book](https://onthemappr.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=866374f77c3243c8b4c6c2e65&id=590df9ef07&e=220f1bd8bb)   **FRI 2 MAY | NORWOOD CONCERT HALL | ADELAIDE | SA | 7:30-10:30 PM** Tickets available from [www.ticketmaster.com.au](https://onthemappr.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=866374f77c3243c8b4c6c2e65&id=325e80a2f9&e=220f1bd8bb) | All Ticketmaster Outlets **SAT 3 MAY | SHEDLEY THEATRE | ELIZABETH | SA | 7:30-10:30 PM** Tickets available from [www.ticketmaster.com.au](https://onthemappr.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=866374f77c3243c8b4c6c2e65&id=540d85f7e3&e=220f1bd8bb) | All Ticketmaster Outlets DIESEL performs entire concert – Greatest Hits + songs from the Bootleg Melancholy Album in 2 parts + intermission, with band – except solo shows* FULLY RESERVED SEATING. Times shown above are for doors open & close. Limited VIP Meet & Greet front row seat Packages & Premium Seating options available. Concert is suitable for AA (11+ recommended). ![](https://media.onyourmarkus.au/originals/19334/1456f1dd-df60-5bc4-c2a5-b9ec5760f171.jpg)