Great Australian Concerts with Diesel
2024 · 55m · Documentary
This 12-part series, hosted by Mark Lizotte, aka Diesel, revisits some brilliant Australian rock and pop concerts, exploring the intriguing stories behind them and what specifically made each show so special. By talking to people who were there; band members, tour managers, authors and musicians from other bands, Mark sheds light on the special circumstances that led to each of the concerts featured, becoming such extraordinary, memorable events. Through Mark’s terrific understanding of songwriting, performance and music history, the viewer is transported on a journey of musical discovery. Viewers get to hear recollections from people who were there, including the fascinating behind-the-scenes circumstances that combined to create these exceptional evenings. Each concert is unforgettable and unique due to a distinct set of circumstances, and Mark Lizotte helps us to re-experience these distinctive musical moments with insight and a healthy dose of curiosity, irreverence and wit.
Episodes
1. Cold Chisel55m · After 10 years, Cold Chisel call it quits and embark on a farewell tour called The Last Stand, culminating in a final show at the Sydney Entertainment Centre just before Christmas, 1983.
The special evening is recounted by band members Jimmy Barnes and Ian Moss.▶2. Neil Finn/Paul Kelly55m · In 2013, legendary songwriters Paul Kelly and Neil Finn get together to deliver a moving performance at the Sydney Opera House▶3. Icehouse56m · In 2017, led by the inimitable Iva Davies, Icehouse put on a stunning 40th anniversary show among the grape vines of the Roche Estate Winery.▶4. Tina Arena56m · In 2004, Tina Arena performs all the songs she helped write, using her voice to great effect during a performance at the Sydney State Theatre.▶5. The Angels56m · In 2018, The Angels join an orchestra and choir to perform the Symphony of Angels at the Adelaide Festival Centre.▶6. Missy Higgins56m · In 2006, 21-year-old gifted singer-songwriter Missy Higgins overcomes her nerves to deliver a captivating performance at the Sydney Opera House.▶7. Living End56m · In 2006, The Living End perform an explosive show at the Festival Hall, making amends for the last time they played the venue 10 years ago, which frontman Chris Cheney admits wasn't the best night for the band.▶8. Diesel56m · In 2008, Mark Lizotte and his band Diesel put on an extraordinary show at The Palms at the Crown Casino in Melbourne. The title of the concert stemmed from Mark wanting to sum up his long and varied career.▶9. Grinspoon52m · In 2003, alternative rock/post-grunge band Grinspoon played a series of blistering concerts at the Enmore Theatre in Sydney.▶10. Hoodoo Gurus52m · On May 23, 2005, the Hoodoo Gurus play a one-night-only gig at the Powerhouse Museum as part of the Sydney Vivid Festival, the festival's very first sold-out show.▶11. Richard ClaptonLegendary musician Richard Clapton puts on a terrific show for a crowd of music industry insiders while recording his superb live album The Best Years of Our Lives in 1989.▶12. Kev Carmody and FriendsKev Carmody and a bunch of esteemed musicians gather at the Sydney State Theatre in 2008 for a terrific show celebrating Kev’s remarkable songwriting career and life.
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