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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kelly Clarkson Gives Karaoke Favorite 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' a Wistful Cover for Kellyoke — Watch!
Kelly Clarkson covers "Total Eclipse of the Heart" on her latest Kellyoke session The American Idol alum makes the case for not belting out the passionate lyrics The singer has covered many songs for her Kellyoke segments from Foo Fighters to Taylor SwiftKelly Clarkson is giving a karaoke classic a dreamy spin. In the latest Kellyoke session that debuted on Thursday, May 29, the talk show host covered Bonnie Tyler's 1983 power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart." Clarkson, 43, gave the song a soft cover of the karaoke classic that usually has fans (and Jason Kelce) belting out the chorus with all their might. "And I need you now tonight, And I need you more than ever/And if you only hold me tight, We'll be holding on forever/And we'll only be making it right/'Cause we'll never be wrong," Clarkson crooned in the prechorus. The wistful cover makes the case for focusing more on the ballad and less on the power, aspect associated with the passionate love song. is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! Fans were enchanted by the wistful approach Clarkson had for the latest Kellyoke cover. "This needs to be released as a single!" one person commented. "I am just covered in goosebumps. This is why this woman is the greatest vocalist alive," someone else wrote. "I audibly gasped when I saw what song she was covering!!!" a third chimed in, adding, "Did not disappoint (not that I ever doubted)." Fans also praised back-up vocalist and daytime talk show's vocal director Jessi Collins featured prominently in the cover. "Absolutely beautiful by both Kelly and her backup singer Jessie," one fan wrote. "They didn't try to 'over sing' this song. While you can certainly belt out some parts of this song, their version was a little softer. Just lovely 💜." "Aside from Kelly, this performance makes Jessi shine more where she amazes me. Great job to the band too 👏," another said, referring to My Band Y'all who joins her for the Kellyoke sessions. "I appreciate that they put Jessi in shots because she really deserves credit!" a third commented. The PEOPLE Puzzler crossword is here! How quickly can you solve it? Play now! Clarkson is known for her fun takes on covering popular songs. In April, she sang "Learn to Fly" by the Foo Fighters. In January, she covered Billie Eilish's "Birds of a Feather." Other songs Clarkson put her spin on include "Lavender Haze" by Taylor Swift, "Red Wine Supernova" by Chappell Roan and "You're Still the One" by Shania Twain. Read the original article on People
American Military News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- American Military News
Classic rock guitarist, ‘Real American' singer Rick Derringer dies at 77
Classic rock guitarist and 'Real American' singer Rick Derringer has died. He was 77 years old. His longtime wife, Jenda Derringer, told TMZ he died 'peacefully' at a hospital in Ormond Beach, Florida, after being taken off life support following a medical emergency involving his heart. He reportedly underwent triple bypass surgery two months ago. The Ohio native first gained fame with his band the McCoys, whose 'Hang on Sloopy' was a No. 1 hit in 1965. He went on to work with Edgar and Johnny Winters in their bands, playing on classic rock radio staples like 'Frankenstein,' another No. 1 hit. He also collaborated with Steely Dan, 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Todd Rundgren, Alice Cooper, Barbara Streisand and toured several times with Cyndi Lauper. He played the guitar solo on Bonnie Tyler's 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' written by frequent partner Jim Steinman. Derringer had a solo hit of his own with 'Real American,' a song recorded for a soundtrack for the World Wrestling Federation that became Hulk Hogan's theme music for several years. Lauper provided backing vocals on the tune. Richard Dean Zehringer was born in Celina, Ohio, on Aug. 5, 1947. He began playing music with his brother Randy in the late 1950s. Their band the McCoys was chosen by a set of record producers to record 'Hang on Sloopy,' which has since become a popular in-stadium anthem at Ohio State football games and Cleveland Guardians games. Later in his career, he joined star-studded lineups on tours with Ringo Starr and Peter Frampton while ultimately releasing more than 25 albums, including several blues and jazz LPs. Following a late-in-life conversion, he and his wife produced several Christian-themed albums. ___ © 2025 New York Daily News. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
South Wales Argus
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Hang On Sloopy singer and guitarist Rick Derringer dies aged 77
He also had a hit with Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo and earned a Grammy Award for producing 'Weird Al' Yankovic's debut album. Derringer died on Monday in in Ormond Beach, Florida, according to a Facebook announcement from his caretaker, Tony Wilson. No cause of death was announced. Derringer's decades in the music industry spanned teen stardom, session work for bands like Steely Dan, supplying the guitar solo on Bonnie Tyler's Total Eclipse of the Heart and producing for Cyndi Lauper. Derringer toured as part of Ringo Starr's band (Daniel Leal-Olivas/PA) 'Derringer's legacy extends beyond his music, entertaining fans with his signature energy and talent. His passing leaves a void in the music world, and he will be deeply missed by fans, colleagues, and loved ones,' Mr Wilson wrote. As a teenager, Derringer formed the McCoys with his brother, Randy, and found fame singing Hang On Sloopy, a No 26 hit about lovers from different socioeconomic circumstances in 1965. Derringer enjoyed his first solo hit with Rock and Roll Hoochie Koo, which was used in the fourth season of Stranger Things. His best-charting album was All American Boy in 1973, which included the instrumentals Joy Ride and Time Warp. His sole Grammy was for Yankovic's Eat It, which had the Michael Jackson parodies Eat It and Who's Fat. Throughout the 1970s and 80s, Derringer worked extensively as a session musician, playing on albums by Steely Dan – including Countdown to Ecstasy, Katy Lied and Gaucho — Todd Rundgren, Kiss and Barbra Streisand. He played on Air Supply's Making Love Out of Nothing at All. In the mid-1980s he began working with Lauper, touring in her band and playing on three of her albums, including the hit True Colours. He toured with Ringo Starr and The All-Starr Band. In 1985, he produced the World Wrestling Federation's The Wrestling Album, which consisted primarily mostly of pro wrestlers' theme songs, many of which he co-wrote, including what would become Hulk Hogan's theme song Real American.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Classic rock guitarist, ‘Real American' singer Rick Derringer dies at 77
NEW YORK — Classic rock guitarist and 'Real American' singer Rick Derringer has died. He was 77 years old. His longtime wife, Jenda Derringer, told TMZ he died 'peacefully' at a hospital in Ormond Beach, Florida, after being taken off life support following a medical emergency involving his heart. He reportedly underwent triple bypass surgery two months ago. The Ohio native first gained fame with his band the McCoys, whose 'Hang on Sloopy' was a No. 1 hit in 1965. He went on to work with Edgar and Johnny Winters in their bands, playing on classic rock radio staples like 'Frankenstein,' another No. 1 hit. He also collaborated with Steely Dan, 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Todd Rundgren, Alice Cooper, Barbara Streisand and toured several times with Cyndi Lauper. He played the guitar solo on Bonnie Tyler's 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' written by frequent partner Jim Steinman. Derringer had a solo hit of his own with 'Real American,' a song recorded for a soundtrack for the World Wrestling Federation that became Hulk Hogan's theme music for several years. Lauper provided backing vocals on the tune. Richard Dean Zehringer was born in Celina, Ohio, on Aug. 5, 1947. He began playing music with his brother Randy in the late 1950s. Their band the McCoys was chosen by a set of record producers to record 'Hang on Sloopy,' which has since become a popular in-stadium anthem at Ohio State football games and Cleveland Guardians games. Later in his career, he joined star-studded lineups on tours with Ringo Starr and Peter Frampton while ultimately releasing more than 25 albums, including several blues and jazz LPs. Following a late-in-life conversion, he and his wife produced several Christian-themed albums.
Glasgow Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Hang On Sloopy singer and guitarist Rick Derringer dies aged 77
He also had a hit with Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo and earned a Grammy Award for producing 'Weird Al' Yankovic's debut album. Derringer died on Monday in in Ormond Beach, Florida, according to a Facebook announcement from his caretaker, Tony Wilson. No cause of death was announced. Derringer's decades in the music industry spanned teen stardom, session work for bands like Steely Dan, supplying the guitar solo on Bonnie Tyler's Total Eclipse of the Heart and producing for Cyndi Lauper. Derringer toured as part of Ringo Starr's band (Daniel Leal-Olivas/PA) 'Derringer's legacy extends beyond his music, entertaining fans with his signature energy and talent. His passing leaves a void in the music world, and he will be deeply missed by fans, colleagues, and loved ones,' Mr Wilson wrote. As a teenager, Derringer formed the McCoys with his brother, Randy, and found fame singing Hang On Sloopy, a No 26 hit about lovers from different socioeconomic circumstances in 1965. Derringer enjoyed his first solo hit with Rock and Roll Hoochie Koo, which was used in the fourth season of Stranger Things. His best-charting album was All American Boy in 1973, which included the instrumentals Joy Ride and Time Warp. His sole Grammy was for Yankovic's Eat It, which had the Michael Jackson parodies Eat It and Who's Fat. Throughout the 1970s and 80s, Derringer worked extensively as a session musician, playing on albums by Steely Dan – including Countdown to Ecstasy, Katy Lied and Gaucho — Todd Rundgren, Kiss and Barbra Streisand. He played on Air Supply's Making Love Out of Nothing at All. In the mid-1980s he began working with Lauper, touring in her band and playing on three of her albums, including the hit True Colours. He toured with Ringo Starr and The All-Starr Band. In 1985, he produced the World Wrestling Federation's The Wrestling Album, which consisted primarily mostly of pro wrestlers' theme songs, many of which he co-wrote, including what would become Hulk Hogan's theme song Real American.
