Dennis Locorriere, Dr. Hook singer, dies at 76

musicMay 17, 202615251

Dennis Locorriere, founding frontman and lead vocalist of 1970s band Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show, has died at 76. His management said he died after a long, courageous battle with kidney disease. Locorriere sang lead on hits including "Sylvia's Mother", "The Cover of 'Rolling Stone'", and "When You're in Love with a Beautiful Woman" and continued touring for decades. He helped define the band's crossover country rock and pop sound that brought major radio success in the 1970s and influenced later soft rock acts.

Monica

@softtail65.bsky.social

Dennis Locorriere, frontman of Dr. Hook, formerly Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show, died on Saturday after a long battle with kidney disease. He was 76. Locorriere was also an admired songwriter whose songs were recorded by Bob Dylan, Helen Reddy, Willy & more. americansongwriter.com/dr-hook-fron...

16062d ago

CJ McGuinness8

Oh, that is sad. Glad he's not suffering anymore, but he was a gem, and made some awesome music.

areyoucertain.bsky.social8

Ah that's sad. Excellent legacy, rest in peace & power. 🪽

🍁Jaded🍁8

Awww, how sad. May he rest in peace.

akbright.bsky.social7

A couple of my friends and I, did a dance to the song "The Cover of the Rolling Stone," in our junior high talent show. (yeah, many years ago). -I hadn't realized that song was written by Shel Silverstein.

tone curran7

an incredible creative & performer when i first heard this i was blown away by it dr. hook & the medicine show 'the ballad of lucy jordan' youtube.com/watch?v=FD6h...

David M. Reiss, M.D.6

RIP I saw Dr. Hook perform at Louisville Downs Racetrack (which was open only for the concert, not racing at that time), the night before the KY Derby (at Churchill Downs). I think it was May 1973.

Linda Oswald5

Some great music back in the 70's. May he rest in peace.🙏

Jill, MA Leguminati 🫘 ✍️4

He was so unique. You knew his voice anywhere. I am not liking seeing so many I grew up with leaving us. I’m glad he’s no longer suffering and left us with so many memories.

Coasterinoregon4

‘I wanna love you just a little bit more’ Loved it

bluemanii.bsky.social4

A band I always wanted to see live, but never did.

BeerLeagueDuster3

Nearby N. Tonawanda, NY, we had this small, intimate and wonderful in-the-round rotating stage venue where they put on a magnificent show Melody Fair got its start in the... - Forgotten Buffalo | Facebook share.google/esRksqr1215G...

Amlin3

Dennis Locorriere (Dr Hook) - "A Couple More Years" 🌹💫🎶😞 youtu.be/1Y99ElWk0Ms?...

dontbefuelish.bsky.social3

Sad news. I was a big fan back in the '70s. I can't explain why I like this song, but it's one of the ones I remember Dr. Hook for. www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCNn...

spotted-coach7.bsky.social2

Can’t get our picture on the Rolling stone

CarlPorterRoberts2

RIP Den, and thanks for the excellent tuneage.

Borderblaster1570

@bradlovett.bsky.social

Sad to report the passing of Dr. Hook lead singer Dennis Locorriere, who sang on almost all of Dr. Hook and The Medicine Show/Dr. Hook's hits. www.tmz.com/2026/05/17/d... #AT40

1662d ago

MindyGraz

@melkleingraz.bsky.social

Dennis Locorriere ~ Dr. Hook Frontman Dies at 76. (June 13, 1949 - May 16, 2026) lead vocalist and guitarist of Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show. His voice helped define a string of beloved hits during the 1970s and early 80s, blending rock, pop, country, and humor into a unique style. #MusicSky 🎤💔

862d ago

Nikki

@varivergirl.bsky.social

Dr. Hook Legend Dennis Locorriere Dead at 76 After Kidney Disease Battle www.tmz.com/2026/05/17/d...

862d ago

Wilson’s World

@wilsonsworld.bsky.social

Dennis Locorriere of Dr. Hook has died at 76 after fighting kidney disease. He sang vocals for Dr. Hook & The Medicine Show alongside Ray Sawyer, who died in 2019. The band is known for hits like "When You're In Love With A Beautiful Woman”…

862d ago

Claire-Louise

@claire-louise1975.bsky.social

Good evening all, here for some fab #sts70s choons. Was so sad to hear of Dennis Locorriere’s passing earlier today. His raspy, emotional voice on Sylvia’s Mother and A Little Bit More is something a bit special ❤️What a great band. Rest easy, Dennis.

1062d ago

Jenerally Feckless

@hotlegs.bsky.social

Dennis Locorriere, Dr. Hook Singer and Guitarist, Dead at 76 share.google/J8VNdA5iK1lx... Gutted. Saw him live a couple of times, very sad day 😔

662d ago

Will Harris

@willharrisinva.bsky.social

R.I.P., Dennis Locorriere, frontman for Dr. Hook. Yes, they had hits before and after, but it's the smooth pop trifecta of "Sharing the Night Together," "When You're in Love with a Beautiful Woman," and "Sexy Eyes" that still makes me swoon.

762d ago

Runtt

@runtt.bsky.social

First Ray Sawyer, now Dennis Locorriere. Huge loss. Dr. Hook remains one of my favorite bands. Great musicians, great vocal harmonies, and they were both, funny as hell, and poignant at the same time. Rest in peace, Dennis Locorriere... www.the-independent.com/arts-enterta...

362d ago

NiamhsDaddy

@niamhsdaddy.bsky.social

Not been following the #sts70s thread so if this has already been said sorry, but 💔 www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...

762d ago

Sue Charles

@suecharles.bsky.social

Sad news about the Dr Hook frontman, Dennis Locorriere, who has died at the age of 76. ‘When You’re in Love With A Beautiful Woman’, ‘Sylvia’s Mother’, ‘Better Love Next Time’… all part of the soundtrack of the 70s that brings back big memories for the #TOTP generation. #DrHook #DennisLocorriere

462d ago

RTÉ

@rte.ie

Dr Hook frontman Dennis Locorriere has died aged 76 after a "long and courageous battle" with kidney disease, his management has said. https://www.rte.ie/entertainment/2026/0517/1573790-dennis-locorriere-dr-hook-singer-dies-aged-76/

462d ago