Rick Derringer was living the rock-and-roll dream in 1973, riding a top 40 hit with his “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo” after ...

Rick Derringer's connection to guitarist and singer Dickey Betts Rick Derringer's signature solo hit, "Rock and Roll Hoochie Koo," was released in 1973.

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Celebrated guitarist and songwriter Rick Derringer has died at 77 following complications from a recent medical episode. His wife, Jenda, and longtime caretaker, Tony Wilson, have confirmed that ...

From Wayne Osmond to Gene Hackman to Brian Wilson, we’ve marked the loss of many beloved or notable celebrities who have died this year.

15. Rick Derringer – Passed away on May 26th Rick Derringer is an American rock musician, singer, and producer, best known for his hit song “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo.” Rising to fame in the 1960s ...

Ozzy Osbourne, the gloomy, demon-invoking lead singer of the pioneering band Black Sabbath who became the throaty, growling ...

Rick Derringer, 77. The guitarist and singer 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 ...

Noteworthy and influential people who've died this year - June saw the loss of several influential figures in music, sports, and beyond ...