His passing leaves a void in the music world, and he will be deeply missed by fans, colleagues, and loved ones." He also noted Rick "left an indelible mark on the music industry as a guitarist, singer ...

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

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

Guitarist and singer Rick Derringer, known for hit songs "Hang on Sloopy" and "Rock and Roll, Hoochie, Koo," has died at 77.

The rock guitarist, best known for “Hang On Sloopy” and “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,” died at 77. Find out more about Rick ...

Rick Derringer, the celebrated guitarist and songwriter best known for writing 'Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,' has died at the age of 77.

Hang on Sloopy has been a staple of Ohio State football since 1965. Guitarist Rick Derringer, who helped give fans the famed ...

Derringer’s wife, Jenda, told TMZ that the rock icon died "peacefully" after being taken off life support Monday night ...