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Welcome to the Mama Hated Diesels artist page—a hub for fans and newcomers alike. This page dives into the history, influences, and ongoing work of the performer associated with the dieselbilly sound that helped shape American roots rock. Delve into a rich musical legacy connected to Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen, Bill Kirchen, and the broader Americana scene.

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Past and present, Mama Hated Diesels’ work sits at the crossroads of classic Americana and modern touring energy. The artist’s collaborations, guitar work, and live performances keep the dieselbilly flame alive for fans across the country. For booking, updates, and tour schedules, check the official links and social profiles linked below.

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The essentials

Quick Facts About Mama Hated Diesels

  • Song origin: Mama Hated Diesels was written by Blackie Farrell and performed by Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen; Kirchen contributed guitar/vocals on related tracks and has live versions of the song in circulation. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commander_Cody_and_His_Lost_Planet_Airmen?utm_source=openai))
  • Bill Kirchen is a founder of Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen and is known as the 'Titan of the Telecaster' with a major role in Americana and dieselbilly. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bill_Kirchen))
  • Notable chart history: Commander Cody’s rendition of Hot Rod Lincoln peaked at #9 on the US Billboard Hot 100 in 1972; another Cody-era single, Don't Let Go, peaked at #56 on the Hot 100 in 1975. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Rod_Lincoln?utm_source=openai))
  • 2025 tour: Bill Kirchen announced and promoted the Honky Tonk Holiday Tour for fall/wall-time holiday run (late Nov–Dec 2025) with dates in multiple U.S. cities. ([billkirchen.com](https://www.billkirchen.com/bill-kirchen-news/honky-tonk-holiday-tour-2025))
  • Discography highlights (recent first): The Proper Years (2020), Transatlanticana (2016), Seeds and Stems (2013), Word to the Wise (2010), Hammer of the Honky Tonk Gods (2006). ([music.apple.com](https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-proper-years/1622200726?utm_source=openai))
  • Social media/official presence: Official site billkirchen.com; active touring and news posts; Apple/Music/iHeart pages also index his works and biographical info. ([billkirchen.com](https://www.billkirchen.com/bill-kirchen-news/honky-tonk-holiday-tour-2025))

The records

Mama Hated Diesels Discography

  • The Proper Years
    2020 · The Last Music Company
  • Waxworks: The Best of the Proper Years
    2020 · The Last Music Company
  • Transatlanticana
    2016 · The Last Music Company
  • Seeds and Stems
    2013 · The Last Music Company
  • Honky Tonk Holiday
    2012 · Unknown
  • Word to the Wise
    2010 · The Last Music Company
  • Hammer of the Honky Tonk Gods
    2006 · Proper American
  • King of Dieselbilly
    2005 · Hightone Records
  • Dieselbilly Road Trip
    2003 · Hightone Records
  • Tied to the Wheel
    2001 · Hightone Records
  • Raise a Ruckus
    1999 · Hightone Records
  • Hot Rod Lincoln Live
    1997 · Hightone Records
  • Have Love, Will Travel
    1996 · Hightone Records
  • Tombstone Every Mile
    1994 · Black Top Records (US); Demon Records (UK)
  • Tombstone Every Mile (Reissue)
    2019 · Last Music Company

The hits

Top Mama Hated Diesels Songs

  • Don't Let Go
    1975 · US Hot 100: 56
  • Hot Rod Lincoln
    1972 · US Hot 100: 9; Canada: 7; Australia: 45

Past and present, Mama Hated Diesels’ work sits at the crossroads of classic Americana and modern touring energy. The artist’s collaborations, guitar work, and live performances keep the dieselbilly flame alive for fans across the country. For booking, updates, and tour schedules, check the official links and social profiles linked below.

Venue and city-specific show details, including dates and ticket availability, are updated regularly to help you secure your seats with confidence.

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