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‘Hang on Sloopy’ and 11 more songs that showcase the late Rick Derringer’s guitar genius
The Celina, Ohio native's musical legacy is long and varied and his guitar work ranged from OSU anthem "Hang On Sloopy" to ...
Rick Derringer, who shot to fame with "Hang On Sloopy" and sang Hulk Hogan's theme song, dies at 77
Guitarist and singer Rick Derringer, known for hit songs "Hang on Sloopy" and "Rock and Roll, Hoochie, Koo," has died at 77.
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Rick Derringer's debut album might contain his biggest hit, but is that enough?
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Who Was Rick Derringer? 5 Things About the ‘Hang on Sloopy’ Singer Who Died
The rock guitarist, best known for “Hang On Sloopy” and “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,” died at 77. Find out more about Rick ...
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Rick Derringer, McCoys cofounder who had hits with ‘Hang On Sloopy’ and ‘Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,’ dies at 77
Guitarist and singer Rick Derringer, who shot to fame at 17 when his band The McCoys recorded “Hang On Sloopy,” had a hit with “Rock ... pro wrestlers’ theme songs, many of which he ...
'Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo' rocker and former Sarasota resident Rick Derringer dies
From hit songs to Hulk Hogan’s theme, Rick Derringer left his mark on pop culture — and Sarasota-Manatee, where he once lived and worked as a Realtor.
Rick Derringer, Singer of ‘Hang on Sloopy,’ Writer of ‘Rock and Roll Hootchie Koo’ and ‘Real American’ Wrestling Theme, Dies at 77
Rick Derringer, a fiery guitaris, lead singer of 'Hang on Sloopy' and writer of 'Rock and Roll Hootchie Koo' and 'Real ...
Rock legend known for ‘60s, ‘70s hits and wrestler’s theme song dead at 77
Derringer first rose to fame as the lead singer of The McCoys, who reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with the 1965 song ...
In Memoriam May 2025: Rick Derringer and others
May’s music losses include Rick Derringer, members of The Ozark Mountain Daredevils, The Amazing Rhythm Aces, The Spinners, ...
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Rick Derringer, Rock Legend Known for “Hang on Sloopy” and “Rock and Roll Hoochie Koo,” Dead at 77
Legendary rock singer, guitarist, and songwriter best known for his hits from the 60s and 70s Rick Derringer has died at the ...
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Rick Derringer, who had a hit with ‘Hang On Sloopy’ and produced ‘Weird Al,’ dies at 77
Guitarist and singer Rick Derringer, who shot to fame at 17 when his band The McCoys recorded “Hang On Sloopy,” had a hit with “Rock ... pro wrestlers’ theme songs, many of which he ...