John Fogerty on the stories behind 5 of his turning-est, burning-est hits
Briefly

Creedence Clearwater Revival emerged as a pivotal singles band in the late 1960s and early 1970s, renowned for a multitude of hits in a brief span. Formed by John Fogerty and his bandmates, they developed a signature sound melding blues, rock, psychedelia, and R&B. John Fogerty's unique vocal style contributed to the band's gritty appeal. Despite their success, Fogerty faced legal struggles with Fantasy Records regarding song rights, impacting his ability to perform their hits. Recently, he regained publishing control and announced a new album featuring rerecorded songs.
Creedence Clearwater Revival was quite possibly the finest singles band of the late 1960s and early 1970s, forming an instantly identifiable sound by blending blues, rock, psychedelia, and R&B.
John Fogerty’s scratchy and soulful voice added sex and grit to the music, while showcasing his talents as a producer and hook-meister.
Fogerty's prolonged legal battle with Fantasy Records over his songs resulted in him refusing to play Creedence's biggest hits for decades, culminating in a lawsuit over alleged self-plagiarism.
After regaining control of his publishing, Fogerty released 'Legacy: The Creedence Clearwater Revival Years,' featuring rerecorded versions of the band’s songs, with a concert planned at the Hollywood Bowl.
Read at Los Angeles Times
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