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All-star tribute show to the late Rick Derringer planned for Daytona Beach in August
The widow and friends of the recently passed rocker Rick Derringer are planning an all-star tribute show for Aug. 5 in ...
Rick Derringer, legendary guitarist and music icon, dead at 77
Music legend Rick Derringer, who was best known for the 1960s hit “Hang on Sloopy” and the ’70s single “Rock and Roll, ...
Rick Derringer, ‘Hang On Sloopy’ and ‘Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo’ rock guitarist, dies at 77
Rock guitarist Rick Derringer 'received his wings and passed on this Memorial Day,' his caretaker Tony Wilson announced. The ...
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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 ...
‘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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Rick Derringer dead at 77: 60s guitarist of The McCoys passes away as tributes pour in
shared a tribute for his mentor and friend. 'I woke up this morning to some sad news,' he wrote in a Facebook post. 'My mentor and friend Rick Derringer has passed. Derringer was the first ...
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4 Memorable Songs Featuring Late Guitar Great Rick Derringer, Including Tunes by Alice Cooper, Steely Dan, & Weird Al
In tribute to Rick Derringer, here are four memorable songs featuring the late guitar great by well-known artists, including Alice Cooper, Steely Dan, and "Weird Al" Yankovic.
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Guitarist Rick Derringer dead aged 77
Rick Derringer, the celebrated classic rock guitarist ... recalled a recent phone call with Rick in his tribute. He said: “He called me from his bed a few days ago – we planned on his return ...