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Passed first to Tokai and then Gibson, Derringer's futuristic, edgy, and uncompromising vision eventually found a home with B ...
The widow and friends of the recently passed rocker Rick Derringer are planning an all-star tribute show for Aug. 5 in ...
May’s music losses include Rick Derringer, members of The Ozark Mountain Daredevils, The Amazing Rhythm Aces, The Spinners, ...
He worked with a wide range of acts including Steely Dan and Ringo Starr, and he produced "Weird Al" Yankovic's first six ...
The rock guitarist, best known for “Hang On Sloopy” and “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,” died at 77. Find out more about Rick ...
“Derringer’s legacy extends beyond his music, entertaining fans with his signature energy and talent,” Wilson wrote. “His ...
Two of the most down-to-earth celebrities that this Patch editor has ever met both passed away suddenly last week.
A special tribute concert honoring the late rock and roll guitarist and former Margaritaville resident Rick Derringer is being planned for Aug. 5 in Daytona Beach, according to the musician's ...
Wrestling fans know Derringer as the man behind "Real American," the theme song used by Hulk Hogan during the height of ...
Legendary guitarist Rick Derringer, known for “Hang on Sloopy” and “Hoochie Koo,” dies after lifelong music career.
Rick Derringer, the rock guitarist and singer best known for the 1965 chart-topping hit “Hang On Sloopy,” died on May 26, 2025, at the age of 77 in Ormond Beach, Florida. His death was ...
Musician, producer and song writer Rick Derringer died Monday at 77. He was known for the song "Hang On Sloopy" and won a grammy for the parody "Eat It" that he produced for "Wierd Al" Yankovic.