Pat DiNizio Tribute Film - Screened Live at The Count Basie Theater

Pat DiNizio Tribute Film - Screened Live at the Count Basie Theater for the Pat DiNizio Tribute Concert - January 13th, 2018. Produced by John Rokosny,, Edited by Patty Schumann. Featuring The Smithereens.

[@ernestpassaro9663]

Pat and the smithereens belong in the rock and roll hall of fame !

[@Stumpjack]

Wonderul. Pat was a unique individual, uber-talented with a warm, seductive voice. I had the pleasure of knowing him briefly, and he was everything I imagined and could hope for in a rock star: friendly, approachable, no nonsense, funny, deadly serious, slightly arrogant, down to earth, larger than life. We could use more tributes like this.

[@tashan6969]

The world's is a sadder place with out Pat... ........Damn I miss you Broham

[@davedurand9483]

RIP. Pat's voice stands the test of time. His soul truly shines and comes through all of his tracks. One of the all time greats. I can never get enough.

[@mikaelfellman]

Got all the albums and Love Pat and his voice that can never be replaced.

[@starsapphirelee5714]

I met Pat & hung out a little in Las Vegas when he had his 'Life in Rock & Roll' show in the 2010s. I was so impressed, and sorry that more people weren't there. He was so nice, and friendly, and down to earth...

[@MissezPremiseHello]

I miss Pat so much.... We met Pat DiNizio in 2009 when The Smithereens were playing at at the Stone Pony in Asbury Park, New Jersey, and have considered him a good friend ever since. He always gave us a big hug and a smile, always asked about our daughter Ariel when she wasn't with us, and even had her "open" for The Smithereens at one of his Barbecues a few years back. Now he's Left this Planet, which is Devastating. What I *Do* Have is Great Memories of the Music and Camaraderie My Family was so Fortunate to have shared with Pat, the rest of the Band, and a wide array of Fellow Fans during the past several years. Rest Well, My Friend! Thanks for the Music and the Memories! We Love You, Pat!♥

[@powrcord]

The Smithereens - great band. Most underrated band in the world. Great songs, great performers, authentic band from day one. DiNizio ranks with the best writers, what amazing songs. Rest in peace brother. Your music will live on. To the band, continue to rock on. We will be there with you.

[@new_frontiersman9064]

I had always been a casual Smithereens fan. Then a couple of years ago I got a hold of a few of their Cd's and I was mesmerized at what I was hearing. I really think their music is truly, soul soothing. I have to say that Pat's voice and the band's music are really something quite spectacular. If any of you are reading this comment, thanks so much for creating some of the best songs these ears and countless, fortunate others ever had the pleasure of listening to. Well done fellas, well done.

[@blown22]

Jeez, that cover of "Homeward Bound" was beautiful!

[@jdwfenton]

Incredible. What a heartfelt tribute. This really tugged at my heart strings. I've been a Smithereens fan since the 80's and thought all their stuff was great. Pat is sorely missed.

[@anthonyvigliotti6560]

Beauty and sadness...RIP Pat. ♥️

[@davidg.9932]

October 12, 1955 Plainfield, New Jersey - December 12, 2017 (aged 62)Summit, New Jersey, One year seems like a month ago.. R.I.P. - Rock In Peace.. Our beloved Pat D.

[@cjmaslowski1112]

A great music legend will be deeply missed may you be rocking it in your next life

[@lorimorgan3580]

Saw this at Pat's memorial at BB Kings the following January. Still brings tears. Rest easy Pat, we all miss you and are thankful for the words you left behind.

[@lori828]

An amazing, loving tribute to an incredible musician, singer, songwriter, and family man that we lost far too soon. #RIP Pat. We miss you and your amazing talent.

[@robanderson7616]

The smithereens got me through school and the tough times. there is a lot that Pat gave us and his legacy lives in the songs. If you love his music than you are my brother ... blood and roses.

[@frantucker608]

RIP, dear soul. Thank you for the music.

[@MrWorldViewer]

Hey...he is that "Singer"' I used to Know. And now he has somewhere to go...A fond tribute for such a great poetic troubadour.

[@scottfennell8027]

My favorite band ever!

[@ColeYounger16]

Miss Pat, he was one of the best ever. Getting sad seeing his daughter I have teen girls too!

[@ryanpaladino6232]

miss pat, great voice and tribute

[@johngonzalez624]

Rock in Peace, my brother. Thanks for the music, the memories and the soundtrack. When I was a kid in NYC, I used to pop "Especially for You" into my walkman, get on the PATH train and take a two hour vacation in Hoboken. I hope the rest of The Smithereens will continue rocking in your name and memory.

[@stug5350]

Can't believe he's gone... :( :(... thanks Pat , and all the band, for great songs and memories. Kicking myself for never getting to see them live. R.I.P. Pat DiNizio

[@michaelrice4894]

Very nice indeed. Got to meet Pat,& the guyz when they played Knoxville for the 3rd time.So nice& patient with the fans.Take care, Mike

[@tjborekvideo]

Excellent tribute. RIP, Pat.

[@mindbomb2000]

F'n wonderful. Thank you to Pat and his family and his friends and his band mates. Y'all made my life better. I can't thank you enough.

[@jimbailey5681]

Great tribute to Pat. And somebody gave this a thumbs down? Why?

[@dwurfel]

One of the best voices in the business.

[@ou812also5]

Awesome and touching tribute. I can't believe I won't hear that voice making quality music again. The Smithereens kicked ass!! Miss you Pat. I don't know what took you, but I curse it.

[@kzinful]

Wow...damn it, the pictures with your daughter .. That hit hard From one Beatle fan to another, thank you Pat for all the great music, we were both born in the same year. And I also agree, what a great tribute from the heart Peace for your family and friends, I signed the guest book ' You say goodbye and I say hello..' Hello, hello

[@masonresnick5105]

Same here. I met Pat years ago and we ended up comparing notes about raising our daughters, who are about the same age. So yeah, that hit me hard, too.

[@stewartwatling1445]

I never knew he had a little girl..just makes it even sadder.

[@garyjanssen4106]

Line for county from pat dinizio

[@garyjanssen4106]

Line man for county from pat dinizio

[@eplouie]

This is beautiful. What a wonderful tribute for Pat!

[@joeriehle9597]

Just a great jersey talent.our Lennon.

[@garyjanssen4106]

Line for county from pat dinizio

[@scottmoore8195]

had a lot of great times seeing Pat and the Smithereens. still can't believe he's gone.

[@joebullington4997]

Holy cow...that is so sad...such a beautiful homage to Pat. RIP...

[@cjmaslowski1112]

You are truly missed pat rest in pease

[@scotthazlewood9123]

Fantastic tribute. Would love to see John Waite come in to the Smithereens as lead vocalist/guitarist/composer....for a studio release and short US tour in 2020/2021. Total respect.

[@MartyMcFlyV]

A true genius songwitter

[@gtags1]

That was awesome, hard not to get tears watching, Pat was such a great guy. He always took time to talk to fans. Hard to believe he's been gone 2 years.

[@BBMcGraw]

Beautiful tribute. He sure had the elusive 'magic'.

[@donnafrost12strings]

I still can't believe he is gone

[@stewartwatling1445]

Absolutely beautiful.. great photos.. great songs.. and tears at the end.. condolences to those that loved Pat.

[@ClassicArtistsToday]

Pat was awesome! Glad I had several chances to interview him throughout the past 12 years. We'll miss him.

[@FanOfFab4]

This gave me chills!!! Fantastic man and artist!!

[@ralphventurino2118]

this is awesome. i miss him dearly and wish i could see him again every wednesday night at the crossroads like i used to. i'm sure it was a great night and what a tremendous way to send him off and honor his memory.

[@ralphtom3431]

this is really awesome with the isolated vocals

[@rruizproductions]

Seen plenty of concerts and The Smithereens were my favorite! RIP Pat.

[@johnscialfa7391]

wonderful tribute.....love his music,knew him well...a very special person to all.

[@brianallen6300]

Very tastefully done. Such a talented artist and genuine person. This one really caused me to tear up, RIP Pat, we love you.

[@clemmoreno3643]

What a touching tribute to a great man. I feel honored to have seen him perform and meet him. Still feeling his loss.

[@georgepedone8506]

UGGGG just was checking out another vid as its Friday and wanted to get some great music on and in the last comment it said RIP i was like Please no . I am so sick to my stomach He and the band were a TRUE TRUE FAN BAND they Loved the FANS . RIP.

[@DrMargaretRobinson]

Really nice work John and Patty. Got me blubbering over here. RIP Pat.

[@stewartwatling1445]

Dave Pugh Same Dave 😥

[@SteveJonesPerezCom]

Beautiful...What a voice, what great music, didn't know him but enjoyed his music and glad he was here....

[@marildatarot]

Beautiful !!

[@animaljustice7774]

Awww Pat we miss you

[@neldinsky]

I was at The Basie when this was shown along with a 4 hour tribute concert. It's a very sensitive and poinant video tribute to a true American Original. Pat Dinizio did things HIS way. There's nothing more to say. xo NB

[@CindySivak]

Beautiful and moving tribute to Pat.

[@JohnRokosny]

Thank you, Cindy. A labor of love.

[@jimmyhd1969]

Pat, I only met you a few times but each time you made me feel like an old friend! Thanks for the music and the good times!

[@ultrasuede7757]

Wow. Just beautiful. It must be very dusty as I type this right now, 'cause for some reason my eyes have teared up.

[@andys.6319]

This video was incredible! Pat and his music will live on.

[@michaelchin6076]

Well done, John! I was at the show on Saturday night with Lou Matino. Both of us from WHS Class of '83. I first saw the band at The Court Tavern in 1985 (?) while a student at Rutgers. We'll miss Pat.

[@JohnRokosny]

Thanks Michael! Please tell Lou I said Hello

[@LouisMatino]

John! Can't believe we didn't connect Saturday. We were hoping you might jump on stage with Schwartz and break out "Venus Sounds"! Give my regards to Patti Schuman, Love that gal.

[@JohnRokosny]

Hey! Wish I knew you were there. I will definitely let Patty know. Happy 2018 to you and your family.

[@crashontheleveeradio]

Wonderful tribute, thanks to all involved and for posting!

[@ggforeigner]

LOVE. RIP Pat. xxo

[@jeffgreen3115]

Fabulous!!

[@zythr9999]

Happy Birthday Mt Dinizo RIP

[@mixhaelamikovich]

amazing thanks for sharing for his die hard fans like me

[@danieldevereaux]

Thanks for this. Pat was my hero.

[@hfactotum1]

This is one of the most indelible tributes to a band I loved so much since I was twenty years old. I'm an editor myself and the use of the many unseen and unpublished photos makes the band even more personable. The timing and montages are just right and if more of these photos and songs were added, edited and expanded--I could watch this for hours. This is more than a tribute--this is a labor of selfless love. Thanks for keeping them honest. Kudos to you guys! RIP Pat. The world is not quite the same without you...

[@JohnRokosny]

Thank you for your kind words. It was a labor of love.

[@hfactotum1]

No John. THANK YOU! Peace....

[@tombeckner404]

Thank You!!!

[@BicycleJoeTomasello]

Rock in peace

[@RafaelRamone1990]

Beautiful tribute!

[@alnav76an]

Long live The Smithereens! Only cool people back in High School liked this shit! Freaking awesome! This makes me feel cool again!

[@MPirritano]

Beautifully done.

[@susanb5639]

Thank you for sharing this!

[@rwebster4290]

As of today, I would like to meet 4 people in an alley.

[@JohnRokosny]

It took me a minute to get what you meant! I agree!

[@evidence820]

I now saw 5 lets go to that alley. RIP Pat we Smithereens fans miss u dearly

[@robindimaio3774]

Pat....