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Rick Derringer, the rock guitarist behind hits like “Hang On Sloopy” and “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,” has died at age 77. He was known for his decades-long career and collaborations with music legends and pop culture icons.
Rick Derringer, the guitar virtuoso who gave the world classics like “Hang On Sloopy” and “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,” died Monday in Ormond Beach, Florida. He was 77. His friend and longtime caretaker, Tony Wilson, confirmed the news Tuesday. No cause of death was shared.
Derringer’s career stretched across generations and genres. He got his big break in the 1960s as the frontman of the McCoys, whose upbeat take on “Hang On Sloopy” hit No. 1 on the Billboard charts in 1965. With his signature shaggy hair and flashy guitar riffs, he quickly became a recognizable figure in American rock.
Beyond his solo success, Derringer was a prolific collaborator. He worked with a wide range of artists, from Barbra Streisand and Cyndi Lauper to Peter Frampton. He also teamed up with pop culture figures like Hulk Hogan and “Weird Al” Yankovic, showing his flexibility and sense of humor.
One of his standout contributions came in 1972 when he produced “Frankenstein,” the Edgar Winter Group’s groundbreaking instrumental hit that topped the charts and became a rock staple.
From garage rock beginnings to stages with music legends, Derringer’s guitar left its mark on decades of sound. His legacy lives on in the songs that defined a generation—and still get crowds moving today.
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