Freddie Lester

Freddie is Diezel’s lead singer and rhythm guitar player. Born in Beardmore, Ontario and raised on Rocky Bay Reserve he started singing at seven years old in his school choir.   He enjoys a wide variety of music, ranging from Johnny Cash  to the Grateful Dead, Metallica to George Strait and nearly everything in between.

Joining his first band at age 13, Freddie played mostly in the Garage (lol), but the reaction of those listening and the smiles on their faces solidified to him that this is what he wanted to do for the rest of his life.  In 1997 he was presented with the opportunity to sing again, through singer song writer Ed Molyski, this time with his brother.

For the next 5-7 years Diezel played many venues throughout western Canada and into the USA.  Diezel toured the Gulf of Mexico, entertaining thousands of people from all over the world on the Rhapsody of the Sea, sailing in and out of Galveston, Texas.

Dedicated to his late father in 2007, Freddie alongside his brother, released their debut album DAY ONE, under their last name ‘Lester’.   Freddie is extremely proud of the two songs on the album he penned,  ‘Diezel Countrified’ and  ‘Life Flies’.     ‘Life Flies’ topped the charts in 2008 on NCI.  Collaborating with Marty, Billy and Chad, Freddie is hoping to bring more hits to the charts.

Freddie would like to thank YOU the fan for your continued support!  He looks forward to making you smile soon.

Marty Bernard

Marty is a multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter who is currently the lead guitarist for Diezel.  The Ottawa native started touring and recording at the age of sixteen, soon to relocate to Montreal and then finally to Vancouver where he’s been a working musician for the last fifteen years.  His guitar playing has been described as fiery, soulful and imaginative, mixing modern influences with a deep understanding and respect for the blues and traditional country.

Joining Diezel, then Lester, in March of 2007 he has since helped the band tour and promote their enthusiastically received first release Day One.  Their busy schedule has had the band wowing audiences all over western Canada.

Over the years Marty has toured North America extensively with Sire recording act Catfish, he has fronted his own band Revolver and has recently recorded with former Roomful of Blues front man Marc Dufresne.  Marty has also been collaborating on and off stage with former Powder Blues icon Jack Lavin.

When not on the road Marty is constantly working on new material or refining his guitar chops.  One thing is for sure… he can’t wait to bring the music he loves to you.

Billy Dunkley

Billy is the drummer and  also sings harmonies for Diezel. His love of music began at an early age of 5 when he began singing for his church congregation. The thrill of being on stage in front of so many people, smiling and applauding, gave him the heartfelt desire to pursue his talents for the rest of his life.

Billy started playing drums at the age of 11, as he recalls, at a friend's house while listening to Cheap Trick. He went home with the drums that day and has never looked back!

Billy has spent many years in both the rock and country market as the"singing drummer" that compliments every band he becomes a part of. His back-up and lead vocals lend that extra professionalism to every musical situation he finds himself in. Whether working diligently on his own songwriting, or lending his talents to an independent or cover project, Billy is content just to be playing.

Billy is the backbone which keeps Diezel going forward.