Celebrating Rick Derringer: The Stories Only a Friend Could Tell

Kenn Moutenot, renowned drummer, manager and longtime collaborator, reflects on the life, legacy and music of Rick Derringer. Sharing behind-the-scenes stories from decades working alongside classic rock legends, Ken highlights Derringer’s impact—from “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo” and the McCoys’ chart-topping “Hang On Sloopy,” to producing Weird Al Yankovic and collaborating with icons like Johnny Winter, Edgar Winter, Alice Cooper and Cyndi Lauper. Discover exclusive details about upcoming projects, including “Sloopy the Movie” and the tribute-filled documentary “Reborn to Rock.” Kenn reveals what made Derringer a revered musician and producer, and shares personal anecdotes from gigs, studio sessions, and star-studded parties with artists such as Adam Sandler and Gene Simmons. 0:00 Still To Come 1:00 Intro Kenn 2:20 First Memories of Rick 4:20 First Meeting With Rick 7:17 Musicians He Influenced 11:18 Last Time Speaking With Him 12:07 Exclusive New Video 14:19 Finding Out He Died 15:16 Plans for a Tribute 16:30 Rick's Best Band Was... 24:10 Rick As A Producer 29:05 Rick's Legacy