From hit songs "Hang On, Sloopy" to Hulk Hogan’s theme, guitar hero Rick Derringer left his mark on pop culture.

He worked with a wide range of acts including Steely Dan and Ringo Starr, and he produced "Weird Al" Yankovic's first six albums.

The widow and friends of the recently passed rocker Rick Derringer are planning an all-star tribute show for Aug. 5 in ...

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Rick Derringer performing in 1976. Getty Images “Renowned guitarist and entertainer Rick Derringer passed at 8:09 PM on May 26th, surrounded by his loving wife, singer-songwriter and band of 28 ...

Guitar hero and rock 'n' roll legend Rick Derringer, of "Rock and Roll Hoochie Koo" and "Hang On, Sloopy" fame, has died in Ormond Beach, according to TMZ, Variety and The Hollywood Reporter. He ...

Rick Derringer, guitarist and rock 'n' roll legend, died at 77 in Ormond Beach, Florida. Derringer's career spanned six decades and included collaborations with artists from various genres.

Legendary rock guitarist and songwriter Rick Derringer passed away May 26, 2025, at age 77. In 2024, Guitar Player contributing writer Joe Bosso tirelessly tracked down the elusive guitarist for a ...

Singer Rick Derringer performs during a campaign rally kicking off George Wallace Jr's bid for the office of lieutenant governor in Montgomery, Ala., on Feb. 18, 2006.

"R I P RICK DERRINGER LEGENDARY GUITARIST ENTERTAINER PRODUCER WRITER - HANG ON SLOOPY ROCK AND ROLL HOOCHIE KOO - REAL AMERICAN - RICK THE YACHT RICK AND JENDA DERRINGER YOU WILL BE MISSED GREATLY," ...

Rock guitarist Rick Derringer 'received his wings and passed on this Memorial Day,' his caretaker Tony Wilson announced. The 'Hang On Sloopy' singer was 77.

Guitar hero and rock 'n' roll legend Rick Derringer, of "Rock and Roll Hoochie Koo" and "Hang On, Sloopy" fame, has died in Ormond Beach, according to TMZ, Variety and The Hollywood Reporter. He ...