We're thrilled to announce that THE GABARDINE GANG: Power and Betrayal in Hartford's Mob Scene by Kevin B. DiBacco is now available for your listening pleasure! Dive into the heart of the 1950s and 1960s Hartford, Connecticut, through a story woven with the threads of crime, family, and a quest for redemption. Kevin B. DiBacco, son of Geno DiBacco, the leader of the Gabardine Gang, unveils the inner workings of the small-time mob that once … [Read more...]
THE GABARDINE GANG: Power and Betrayal in Hartford’s Mob Scene by Kevin B. DiBacco is a Son’s Personal Account of Life within a Crime Family in the 1950s and ’60s
THE GABARDINE GANG: Power and Betrayal in Hartford's Mob Scene by Kevin B. DiBacco is a riveting tale of crime, family, and redemption in the gritty underworld of the 1950s and 1960s Hartford, Connecticut. Geno DiBacco led the notorious Gabardine Gang, a small-time mob that ruled the city. Geno's son, Kevin, takes you on a visceral journey through his childhood and adolescence, revealing the gang's illegal activities, his father's dramatic … [Read more...]
From Athlete to Author: Kevin B. DiBacco’s Journey of Overcoming Adversity and Pushing Past Limits
I'm Kevin, a 60-something artist, writer, and lifelong athlete who's been through the wringer and come out stronger on the other side. I've lived three distinct lives: as an athlete, a filmmaker, and now as a best-selling author. My latest endeavor, the memoir THE GABARDINE GANG: Power and Betrayal in Hartford's Mob Scene, coming out March 12, 2024, dives into my family's history within the gritty underworld of 1950s and 1960s Hartford, … [Read more...]
Author Kevin DiBacco Answers the WildBlue Press Q&A Ahead of his Organized Crime Memoir Release in March
Author Kevin B. DiBacco's extensive film production background and firsthand experiences with the events he writes about lend a unique authenticity to his narratives. In the WildBlue Press Author Questionnaire, Kevin DiBacco unveils the inspirations behind his storytelling. From witnessing the complexities of mobster life to enduring multiple surgeries, each aspect of his life adds depth to the engaging characters and plots he crafts. Exploring … [Read more...]
Meet Author Kevin DiBacco
Kevin DiBacco is a distinguished figure in the realms of literature and filmmaking, boasting a prestigious career spanning an impressive 37 years. His journey began with a passion for competitive powerlifting during his youth, and later, he distinguished himself as a decorated Sharp Shooter while serving in the USAF special forces. Kevin's remarkable journey took a new turn post-military service, where he channeled his intellect, documented at an … [Read more...]
