Toronto-born artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Chris LaRocca continues to impress with the release of his latest single, “slow dance in the diner,” out now via Red Bull Records/Wonderchild. This marks his third single of 2025 and offers fans another intimate glimpse into the emotional world of his forthcoming EP, dog years.
While LaRocca’s earlier releases this year — “ladybug” and “laundry day” — explored love with youthful exuberance and playful experimentation, “slow dance in the diner” is his most grounded and cinematic moment yet. Inspired by a quiet evening with his partner on Canada’s East Coast, the track leans into Americana and folk influences, revealing a new vulnerability in both sound and storytelling. With delicate guitar lines, raw vocal delivery, and heartfelt lyrics, the song captures a fleeting but unforgettable moment of connection — slow dancing in an empty diner, music humming softly in the background.
Reflecting on that night, LaRocca recalls, “It feels like it was a scene out of a movie… one of the few times in this life I have felt the warmth of true love.” That authenticity pulses through every second of the track, reminding listeners of the beauty in slowing down and savoring the present.
More than just a love song, “slow dance in the diner” is a reflection on time — how it passes, how it pauses, and how love anchors us through it all. As dog years continues to unfold, LaRocca proves he’s not just telling stories — he’s living them in real time, and inviting us along for the ride.
With each release, LaRocca deepens his sonic identity, effortlessly blurring the lines between indie, folk, and alt-R&B. dog years is shaping up to be his most cohesive and emotionally resonant project to date.
