Legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Dion DiMucci releases new single and book.
The track, New York Minute, is as a nostalgic ode to Dion’s lifelong love affair with New York City and his wife, to whom he has been married for over 60 years. It also celebrates the release of his new book, Dion: The Rock ’n’ Roll Philosopher.
“New York Minute expresses my love for my city, New York, and my wife, Susan,” Dion shares. “When I first saw Susan, I could not think of anything else. I went to school but didn’t hear one word the teacher said. All I could think about was her! Where is she now? What is she doing? I wanna look at her and talk to her. I wanna get close to her any way I can. My mind was on a loop. Yeah, take a listen to the song. I think my mind was broken. I dropped my subway token, though not a word was spoken when I saw her smile.”
The track encapsulates Dion’s signature sound and is testament to Dion’s ability to craft songs that resonate across generations, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest songwriters in rock’n’roll history.
Watch the official music video below:
New York Minute
The new music follows hot on the heels of Dion’s recently released book, Dion: The Rock ’n’ Roll Philosopher. Co-written with recovery and performance coach Adam Jablin, the book offers an intimate glimpse into Dion’s remarkable six-decade journey through rock’n’roll history.
With contributions from luminaries like Eric Clapton, Paul Simon, Bishop Robert Barron, and Stevie Van Zandt, the book is an inspiring reflection on his rise to fame, battles with addiction, enduring marriage, and friendships with legends like Hank Williams and Bob Dylan.
In addition to the beautiful hardcover, an incredible companion audiobook is also available exclusively on Audible which includes 30 songs, three Rock & Roll Hall induction speeches, interviews between Dion and Adam and more.
Featuring over 200 vibrant photos, the book is both a celebration of Dion’s life and a chronicle of the evolution of rock’n’roll. In his role as a mentor and storyteller, Dion shares wisdom, humour, and insight, making Dion: The Rock ’n’ Roll Philosopher a must-read for fans of music history and anyone seeking inspiration.
Rock’n’Roll Philosopher
From chart-topping hits as Dion & The Belmonts in the 1950s and further solo success in the 60s, to a Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame induction and Grammy nominations, Dion continues to innovate and inspire.
Dion’s new single and book follow the success of his latest studio album, Girl Friends. Released by Joe Bonamassa’s Keeping The Blues Alive Records, the LP debuted at No.1 on the Billboard Blues Albums chart. The album featured collaborations with powerhouse women musicians like Susan Tedeschi, Shemekia Copeland, and Joanne Shaw Taylor.
New York Minute is available to stream now and Dion: The Rock ’n’ Roll Philosopher is available to order here
Read More: Dion Girl Friends Interview
Dan Biggane
Dan Biggane is a writer for Vintage Rock and Classic Pop magazines. A former entertainment editor at the Bath Chronicle newspaper, he’s interviewed numerous big names from the world of rock’n’roll, including Dion, Jerry Allison, and Slim Jim Phantom. He has also contributed a number of cover features for Vintage Rock including Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, Eddie Cochran, Billy Fury and Bo Diddley.
