About
Guitarist with the 1960s rock 'n' roll group The McCoys, the group that released songs like "Hang On Sloopy." He later found success in his solo career, with other singles such as "Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo."
Before Fame
With Derringer, The McCoys scored the smash hit "Hang On Sloopy."
Trivia
He changed his name to Derringer in a fit of inspiration from his label's logo. He produced a handful of songs for the 1984 movie Bachelor Party.
Family Life
He grew up near Fort Recovery, Ohio.
Associated With
He played the guitar solo on Alice Cooper's "Under My Wheels."
