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Rick Derringer, Singer-Songwriter Known for ‘Hang on Sloopy’ and ‘Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,’ Dies at 77
He worked with a wide range of acts including Steely Dan and Ringo Starr, and he produced "Weird Al" Yankovic's first six ...
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 ...
‘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 ...
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Rocker Rick Derringer dies at 77
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 ...
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‘Hang On Sloopy’ singer Rick Derringer dies at 77
Rick Derringer died Monday at the age of 77 in Ormond Beach, Florida, according to a Facebook post made by his caregiver, ...
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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Mercer County native Rick Derringer, who had a hit with ‘Hang On Sloopy,’ dies
Guitarist and singer Rick Derringer, who shot to fame at 17 when his band The McCoys recorded “Hang On Sloopy,” had a hit ...
Rick Derringer, music legend and 'Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo' hitmaker, dies at 77: Reports
From hit songs "Hang On, Sloopy" to Hulk Hogan’s theme, guitar hero Rick Derringer left his mark on pop culture.
Rick Derringer Dies: “Hang On Sloopy” & “Rock And Roll, Hootchie Koo” Singer-Guitarist Was 77
Rick Derringer, who had a No. 1 hit with The McCoys in "Hang on Sloopy" and created a rock staple in "Rock and Roll, Hootchie ...
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How Sloopy became a Buckeye
It brings us together. And, at the end of the third quarter, you can count on Ohio Stadium erupting into dancing as The Ohio State University Marching Band performs “Hang on Sloopy.” But how did this ...