Rick Derringer rocked with these legends, from Steely Dan to Cyndi Lauper

Rick Derringer, the singer-songwriter-guitarist-producer, passed away at 77. Known for his work on rock classics, Derringer’s diverse career included session guitar and production work. Some of his notable songs include “Hang On Sloopy,” “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo,” and “Eat It” with “Weird Al” Yankovic. Derringer’s contributions to songs like “Show Biz Kids” and “Total Eclipse of the Heart” showcased his versatility as a musician.