This is American Routes, following the roots of doo-wop music into rock and roll as part of the life of singer and songmaker Dion DiMucci. Dion was born into a Bronx, New York Italian family in 1939.

Dion, a former teen idol, was deeply influenced by blues and country music. He had his first hit, "I Wonder Why," in 1958, with the doo-wop group The Belmonts. Originally broadcast in 2000.

During a 2000 visit to the Fresh Air studios, the former teen idol performed old songs, new songs and songs by blues and country performers who... Doo-Wop Singer Dion Pays Homage To His Musical ...

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Step back in time and enjoy an unforgettable night of music as The Doo Wop Project takes the stage at the Barns at Wolf Trap, blending classic doo-wop melodies with some of today’s biggest hits. The ...

When you think of doo-wop music, names like The Shirelles, Five Keys, the Duprees, Dion and the Belmonts and the Bel-Airs come to mind. But Jason Mraz? Adele? Michael Jackson? Maroon 5? If you’re the ...