Jodi Martin Announces: 2025 Never Say Die! Tour

Celebrated Australian Singer-Songwriter Hits the Road for a Landmark Year

Beloved Australian singer-songwriter Jodi Martin will kick off her highly anticipated Never Say Die! Tour in 2025, celebrating 25 years of storytelling through song. The tour will follow the release of her brand-new radio single, Tommy the Toyota, a heartfelt song inspired by a legendary LandCruiser and her father’s wisdom.

A Career of Passion, Persistence & Success

Jodi Martin has built a remarkable career with her signature blend of folk, country, and Americana. From writing her first songs at three years old on her family’s biodynamic grain farm to becoming a respected figure in the Australian music scene, Jodi’s journey is a tribute to talent, resilience, and heart.

Known as a true road warrior, Jodi has spent years touring Australia in her trusty Toyota van. Her song Diesel captures her deep connection to life on the road, and one of her most memorable adventures was a songwriting journey from New Orleans to New York with folk legend Arlo Guthrie, which was the catalyst for her renowned 2016 album Saltwater.

With seven critically acclaimed albums, an ARIA Award, and collaborations with industry greats such as Kasey Chambers, Arlo Guthrie, and Grammy-winner Steve Leslie, Jodi’s music has touched audiences far and wide. Her breakthrough album Water and Wood remains a fan favourite, along with tracks like Saltwater in My Hair and Criminal, co-written with Arlo Guthrie and produced by Shane Nicholson. Her duet Country Mile with Lachlan Bryan also gained widespread recognition in 2024 on ABC’s Grassroots playlist.

New Music, New Roads

2025 is set to be a milestone year for Jodi, with the Never Say Die! Tour, new singles released on the 25th of every month, the Never Say Die! album, and her full-length album World Turning launching at the end of the year.

Her #1 hit (Regional AMRAP Charts), Tommy the Toyota, is a deeply personal song inspired by childhood memories of resilience and adventure, imbued with Jodi’s trademark humour. The lyrics tell the story of Tommy, a trusty Landcruiser who “lives down on our farm,” a vehicle that’s “rusted and busted but full of charm.” With its raw honesty and vivid storytelling, the song captures Jodi’s childhood adventures, including the unforgettable moment when her dad used Tommy to stop a fire from wiping out the wheat fields by doing “ringies that made Mad Max look like a mouse.”

Jodi reflects on the lessons learned from her father, who encouraged her to write this song and even had the chorus ready for her. Through humour and heartfelt memories, Tommy the Toyota is a tribute to family, resilience, and the bond between generations.

The Never Say Die! Tour

Jodi’s Never Say Die! National Tour will take her across Australia, from intimate acoustic shows in remote parts of the nation to vibrant stages in metropolitan areas, each performance bringing her signature storytelling and captivating presence to life. Much like the tenacious Tommy the Toyota, who “will do almost anything, and he’ll never say die!”, Jodi’s music carries an unstoppable spirit and enduring charm that continues to resonate deeply with audiences. Fans can look forward to live renditions of her AMRAP No.1 hits Tommy the Toyota and Diesel, alongside beloved favourites like Saltwater in My Hair and Never Settle. The Never Say Die! Tour is a powerful celebration of Jodi’s deep-rooted connection to the Australian landscape, her uncompromising authenticity, and the road that keeps calling her forward.

Described in the words of Josh Cunningham of The Waifs as “heartwarming songs and hilarious stories,” Jodi’s live performances create a deep connection with audiences, leaving a lasting impression long after the final note.

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