Gary Richrath, who has died aged 65, was the guitarist and songwriter for the rock group REO Speedwagon from 1970 to 1989. With his mane of blonde curls and thumping guitar solos, Richrath was the ...

Gary Richrath’s guitar work was a signature element of REO Speedwagon's sound throughout the Illinois band’s glory years, and he remained a favorite even after his departure in 1989. Now fans will get ...

NEW YORK (Reuters) - REO Speedwagon guitarist Gary Richrath, who wrote the band's 1973 hit "Ridin' the Storm Out," has died at the age of 65, bandmate Kevin Cronin said. Richrath, who joined the U.S.

REO Speedwagon and Kevin Cronin reunited for a special surprise performance on Saturday evening (March 7) in Peoria, Illinois, to honor late guitarist Gary Richrath. You can see a gallery of photos ...