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Yahoo
01-06-2025
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Beloved '60s Rock Legend Dies at 77
Legendary guitarist Rick Derringer has sadly died. The "Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo" rocker passed due to heart issues on Memorial Day, May 26, according to TMZ. His wife reportedly told the outlet he died "peacefully" after being taken off life support, adding, "We thought we had years left but God's timing is perfect." Derringer's friend and alleged caretaker Tony Wilson told the outlet the rock legend underwent a triple bypass just two months ago but had recovered well until he took a turn on Monday evening. His wife told TMZ he was in good spirits despite his surgery and said he was "so positive and peaceful." The Grammy winner later died at a hospital in Ormond Beach, FL. Derringer first rose to fame as a teen performing with The McCoys, known for their song "Hang On Sloopy." He went on to collaborate with legends like KISS, Cyndi Lauper, Barbra Streisand, Alice Cooper, Steely Dan and "Weird Al" Yankovic. He won a Grammy Award in 1985 for producing Yankovic's parody of Michael Jackson's "Beat It," called "Eat It," which won for Best Comedy Recording. Beloved '60s Rock Legend Dies at 77 first appeared on Parade on May 27, 2025
Yahoo
01-06-2025
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Rock Icon Shares Eulogy To ‘Dear Friend' and Fellow Legend Who Died At 77
Parade aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Rock Icon Shares Eulogy To 'Dear Friend' and Fellow Legend Who Died At 77 originally appeared on Parade. There may not have been a Rick Derringer without Edgar Winter. Derringer, the legendary guitarist behind the classic rock hit, 'Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,' died on May 26 at age 77. As a teen, Derringer tasted success as part of the '60s rock group, The McCoys—best known for their hit, 'Hang On Sloopy.' However, in the 1970s, his career received a boost when he first collaborated with Johnny Winter, before joining his brother's band. As part of Edgar Winter's White Trash and then The Edgar Winter Group, Derringer produced and played on hit songs 'Frankenstein' and 'Free Ride.' Derringer also recorded versions of 'Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo' on the albums Johnny Winter And and Edgar Winter's Roadwork. But it's the version on Derringer's debut album, 1973's All American Boy, that became a Top 25 hit. Following Derringer's death, Edgar Winter shared a touching tribute to his friend on social media. 'I write this with a heavy heart, yet one filled with so many memories,' he wrote. 'I lost a dear friend and bandmate, and the world lost one of the greatest guitarists and writers in Rock 'n' Roll. Rick Derringer! 'Rick was one of the most gifted, versatile, and adaptable guitarists I ever had the honor and pleasure of working with. He was a kindred spirit who loved and understood all music,' continued Winter, who called Derringer a 'true artist and creative collaborator.' 'His positive energy both on and offstage with our bands…gave us (and the world) moments to treasure for all time,' concluded Edgar. 'Rick is now up there with Johnny — in Rock 'n ' Roll Blue Heaven! I look up to them both with undying love and admiration.' Rick Derringer is also known for 'Real American,' the theme song to WWE wrestler Hulk Hogan. Derringer also worked with KISS, Cyndi Lauper, Alice Cooper, Steely Dan and 'Weird Al' Yankovic. Derringer won a Best Comedy Recording Grammy for producing 'Eat It,' Yankovic's parody of Michael Jackson's 'Beat It.'Rock Icon Shares Eulogy To 'Dear Friend' and Fellow Legend Who Died At 77 first appeared on Parade on May 30, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
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Legendary rock guitarist, Grammy-winning producer dies at 77
Legendary guitarist Rick Derringer, who rose to fame with his band The McCoys and produced several Grammy-winning records, died on Memorial Day. He was 77. Derringer died in Ormond Beach, Florida on Monday, May 26, according to a Facebook post from his caregiver, Tony Wilson. 'With a career spanning six decades, The Legendary Rick Derringer left an indelible mark on the music industry as a guitarist, Singer songwriter, and producer,' the post reads. 'Derringer's legacy extends beyond his music, entertaining fans with his signature energy and talent,' it continued. 'His passing leaves a void in the music world, and he will be deeply missed by fans, colleagues, and loved ones.' No cause of death was announced. Derringer gained success in the 1960s as a member of The McCoys. The band's debut single, 'Hang on Sloopy,' became a No. 1 hit in 1965. The McCoys had several songs chart on the Billboard Hot 100, including covers of 'Fever' and 'Come on Let's Go.' Derringer also earned a hit of his own in 1973 with 'Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,' which peaked at No. 23. Derringer worked with numerous major artists such as Steely Dan, Alice Cooper, KISS, Cyndi Lauper and Barbra Streisand. He played guitar in bands for Edgar and Johnny Winter and produced all of the brothers' gold and platinum records, including 'Frankenstein' and 'Free Ride.' Derringer also produced 'Weird Al' Yankovic's Grammy Award-winning songs 'Eat It' (1984) and 'Fat' (1988). He also produced two of the World Wrestling Federation's albums, containing the hits 'Real American' and 'Demolition,' as well as three songs from the soundtrack of Tom Hanks' 1984 film 'Bachelor Party.' Pop headliner announced for The Big E Arena in fall 2025 performance Billie Eilish extends 2025 tour: Where to buy tickets to New York show 'I loved him': Legendary singer kissed 'errant father' goodbye as he died R&B legend backs out of music festival week before due to health issues Philly bands SNACKTIME, Mo Lowda & the Humble open Sunday Boston Calling main stage (Photos) Read the original article on MassLive.
CBS News
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
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, 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 earned a Grammy Award for producing "Weird Al " Yankovic's debut album, has died. He was 77. Derringer died Monday in Ormond Beach, Florida, according to a Facebook announcement from his caregiver, Tony Wilson. No cause of death was announced. Derringer's decades in the music industry spanned teen stardom, session work for bands like Steely Dan, supplying the guitar solo on Bonnie Tyler's "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and producing for Cyndi Lauper. "Derringer's legacy extends beyond his music, entertaining fans with his signature energy and talent. His passing leaves a void in the music world, and he will be deeply missed by fans, colleagues, and loved ones," Wilson wrote. Guitarist Rick Derringer performs at Radio City Music Hall in New York on July 7, 2010. Evan Agostini / AP As a teen, he formed the McCoys with his brother, Randy, and found fame singing "Hang On Sloopy," a No. 26 hit about lovers from different socioeconomic circumstances. Derringer enjoyed his first solo hit with "Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo," which was used in the fourth season of "Stranger Things." His best-charting album was "All American Boy" in 1973, which included the instrumentals "Joy Ride" and "Time Warp." His sole Grammy was for Yankovic's "Eat It," which had the Michael Jackson parodies "Eat It" and "Who's Fat." "I'm very sad to say that my friend, rock guitar legend Rick Derringer, has passed," Yankovic said in an Instagram post with a photo of him and Derringer in the studio. "Rick produced my first six albums and played guitar on my earliest recordings, including the solo on 'Eat It.' He had an enormous impact on my life, and will be missed greatly." Throughout the 1970s and '80s, Derringer worked extensively as a session musician, playing on albums by Steely Dan — including "Countdown to Ecstasy," "Katy Lied" and "Gaucho" — Todd Rundgren, Kiss and Barbra Streisand. He played on Air Supply's "Making Love Out of Nothing at All." In the mid-1980s he began working with Lauper, touring in her band and playing on three of her albums, including the hit "True Colors." He toured with Ringo Starr and The All-Starr Band. In 1985, he produced the World Wrestling Federation's "The Wrestling Album," which consisted mostly of pro wrestlers' theme songs, many of which he co-wrote, including what would become Hulk Hogan's theme song "Real American."
Arab Times
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab Times
Rick Derringer, who had a hit with 'Hang On Sloopy' and produced 'Weird Al,' dies At 77
LOS ANGELES, May 28, (AP): 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 earned a Grammy Award for producing "Weird Al ' Yankovic's debut album, has died. He was 77. Derringer died Monday in Ormond Beach, Florida, according to a Facebook announcement from his caregiver, Tony Wilson. No cause of death was announced. Derringer's decades in the music industry spanned teen stardom, session work for bands like Steely Dan, supplying the guitar solo on Bonnie Tyler's "Total Eclipse of the Heart' and producing for Cyndi Lauper. "Derringer's legacy extends beyond his music, entertaining fans with his signature energy and talent. His passing leaves a void in the music world, and he will be deeply missed by fans, colleagues, and loved ones,' Wilson wrote. As a teen, he formed the McCoys with his brother, Randy, and found fame singing "Hang On Sloopy,' a No. 26 hit about lovers from different socioeconomic circumstances. Derringer enjoyed his first solo hit with "Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,' which was used in the fourth season of "Stranger Things.' His best-charting album was "All American Boy' in 1973, which included the instrumentals "Joy Ride' and "Time Warp.' His sole Grammy was for Yankovic's "Eat It,' which had the Michael Jackson parodies "Eat It' and "Who's Fat.' "I'm very sad to say that my friend, rock guitar legend Rick Derringer, has passed,' Yankovic said in an Instagram post with a photo of him and Derringer in the studio. "Rick produced my first six albums and played guitar on my earliest recordings, including the solo on 'Eat It.' He had an enormous impact on my life, and will be missed greatly.' Throughout the 1970s and '80s, Derringer worked extensively as a session musician, playing on albums by Steely Dan - including "Countdown to Ecstasy,' "Katy Lied' and "Gaucho' - Todd Rundgren, Kiss and Barbra Streisand. He played on Air Supply's "Making Love Out of Nothing at All.' In the mid-1980s he began working with Lauper, touring in her band and playing on three of her albums, including the hit "True Colors.' He toured with Ringo Starr and The All-Starr Band. In 1985, he produced the World Wrestling Federation's "The Wrestling Album,' which consisted mostly of pro wrestlers' theme songs, many of which he co-wrote, including what would become Hulk Hogan's theme song "Real American.'
