Derringer, the legendary guitarist behind the classic rock hit, “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,” died on May 26 at age 77. As a ...

“Derringer’s legacy extends beyond his music, entertaining fans with his signature energy and talent,” Wilson wrote. “His ...

The rock guitarist, best known for “Hang On Sloopy” and “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,” died at 77. Find out more about Rick ...

American musician Rick Derringer died at age 77 on Monday, May 26. He was best known for his work with the 1960s classic rock band The McCoys, in which he served as a singer and guitarist. He also ...

Dirt for Thursday, May 29, 2025 Derringer latest of pop music icons to leave us this year … Welcome to today’s three thoughts ...

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 and Roll, Hoochie Koo” and ...

Rick Derringer, the celebrated guitarist and songwriter best known for writing 'Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,' has died at the age of 77.

The Celina, Ohio native's musical legacy is long and varied and his guitar work ranged from OSU anthem "Hang On Sloopy" to ...

Hoda Kotb, who co-hosted the fourth hour of “ Today ” with Jenna Bush Hager from 2019 to 2025, returned to the show as a ...

Tony Wilson, known as Young James Brown, was a dear friend and caretaker of Rick Derringer. He shared the heartbreaking news ...

CELINA - The man who sang lead vocals on The McCoys' megahit "Hang on Sloopy" and went on to make a name for himself with the ...

The influential guitarist scored a hit single when he was still a teenager and carved out a formidable career playing with ...