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 Post subject: RIP - Rick Derringer, 77
PostPosted: Tue May 27, 2025 2:02 pm 
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Rick Derringer, whose six-decade career spanned teen stardom as lead singer of the ‘60s smash “Hang on Sloopy,” a ‘70s solo hit with “Rock and Roll Hootchie Koo,” session work with artists from Steely Dan to Barbra Streisand, and extensive work as a writer and producer of wrestling themes, including Hulk Hogan’s seemingly ageless “Real American,” has died, according to an announcement from his caretaker, Tony Wilson, and Guitar Player magazine. Wilson’s post states that Derringer died Monday evening in Ormond Beach, Fl. No cause of death was announced although Derringer had been in ill health in recent months; he was 77.

A remarkably versatile guitarist, a strong singer and a high-profile presence on New York’s rock scene of the ‘70s and ‘80s, Derringer also produced the Edgar Winter Group’s 1972 smash single “Frankenstein” and served as the band’s guitarist for several years; worked closely with Winter’s brother Johnny as a guitarist and producer; produced “Weird” Al Yankovic’s first album; and even gave Patti Smith her first major credit, on the song “Jump” from Derringer’s 1973 debut solo album, “All-American Boy.”

Got to see Derringer perform a show commemorating the 50th anniversary of "Hang On Sloopy" a few years ago. Great performance, covered a lot of his career. Told a lot of good stories that night.

RIP, sir, and thank you.

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 Post subject: RIP - Rick Derringer, 77
PostPosted: Tue May 27, 2025 2:09 pm 
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Saw him many years ago with Edgar Winter. He put on a great show. RIP


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PostPosted: Tue May 27, 2025 2:14 pm 
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R.I.P.

My first guitar teacher in the mid 60s was a devotee of Rick's.

His band always did Hang On Sloopy..

He eventually wound up in California where he still does soundtracks for movies...
He got several opportunities to meet him and reportedly had a very good relationship with him over the years.

One of my favorite records is Johnny Winter And - the studio version.
Great guitar symbiosis between Rick and Johnny.

Thanks for the music Rick...


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PostPosted: Tue May 27, 2025 6:30 pm 
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R.I.P.

He was so successful but so underrated.

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PostPosted: Wed May 28, 2025 9:40 am 
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I didn't realize he wrote Real American; I remember it being a surprise that the guy who did Rock and Roll Hootchie Koo was writing ring music for bad ass wrestlers - he also did Demolition's ring music.

had a great career and produced some great music,

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PostPosted: Wed May 28, 2025 4:08 pm 
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R.I.P. Rick. May your music and memory be a blessing to family, friends and fans.


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Great work with Edgar and Johnny Winter. His first solo album, "All American Boy", is a classic. Check it out. Thanks for all the great music Rick. RIP.


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