Green Diesel

Green Diesel started life off as a six piece and have since added another two members and whilst "Kings At Sea" was recorded with the smaller unit, it's got a real big band sound. The interplay between musicians and the tight arrangements deliver an EP that captures the finest folk rock traditions over tunes and songs alike. Starting with a classic pirate style song "The Saga Of John Ward" the band lay down their intentions and deliver them with some passion. Other genres interlude their way into the songs to provide a delightful sense of unpredictabilty. - FATEA Music

You won’t find a bigger line-up than that of young folk-rock band Green Diesel this side of Bellowhead, however the Faversham 9 piece are not just big in numbers, they are massive in talent as well.

Two fiddle players, accordion, guitars, mandolin, trumpet, a full rhythm section, and that’s not the end of it. They conjure up a sound that is solid in it’s folk tradition, yet slips in many different styles and influences.

Kings At Sea is the debut EP release from the band. Drawing heavily from their Kent heritage, the record is bold yet very accessible. The first track ‘The Saga of John Ward’, is a belter. A sultry start with the first airing of singer Imogen Dale’s Tabor-esq velvety vocal – before the band crash in with a trad inspired hook you’ll be humming for days. Great harmonies, great
playing all round.

The EP continues with a brilliant trad arranged instrumental, before further self penned tracks, the pick of which being the almost Cossack influenced All The Fun Of The Fair. If this band do anything they’ll keep your feet tapping, that’s for sure.

We rate these guys stupidly highly, and you can see them ply their trade around Kent and London. - Artree Music