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Dr. Hook Singer Dennis Locorriere Dies at 76
18 May
Summary
- Dr. Hook lead vocalist Dennis Locorriere has died at age 76.
- He passed away after a prolonged and courageous battle with kidney disease.
- Locorriere was known for hits like "Sylvia's Mother" and "The Cover of Rolling Stone."
Dennis Locorriere, the iconic lead vocalist and guitarist of the country-rock band Dr. Hook, died on Saturday at the age of 76. His passing came after a lengthy and courageous struggle with kidney disease, as confirmed in a statement from the band.
Locorriere was a foundational member of Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show, formed in 1968. The band achieved significant success in the 1970s with enduring hits such as "Sylvia's Mother" and "The Cover of Rolling Stone." They released eleven studio albums during their career, with their final original material LP arriving in 1983.
Beyond his work with Dr. Hook, Locorriere pursued a solo career, releasing several albums later in his life. He also maintained the rights to the band's name, continuing to tour with it. He had previously spoken about the demanding nature of life on the road, noting the difficulty in seeing his son grow up.
