Creedence Clearwater Revival, often abbreviated as CCR, was an iconic American rock band that became a staple of the late 1960s and early 1970s music scene with their distinctive swamp rock sound. Formed in El Cerrito, California, in 1967, the group consisted of lead vocalist, lead guitarist, and primary songwriter John Fogerty, his brother rhythm guitarist Tom Fogerty, bassist Stu Cook, and drummer Doug Clifford. Their music, a gritty fusion of rock and roll with elements of blues, country, and Southern soul, struck a chord with a generation marked by social change and political unrest.

CCR's rise to fame was rapid, buoyed by hits like "Proud Mary," "Bad Moon Rising," and "Fortunate Son," the latter becoming an anthem of the counterculture movement opposing the Vietnam War. With their tight musicianship and Fogerty's raw, impassioned vocals, they churned out hit after hit. Though their time together was brief, disbanding in 1972, their legacy looms large. They left behind a collection of influential albums, including "Pendulum" and the live recording "The Concert," as well as more recent releases like "Live At Woodstock" that capture the electric atmosphere of their legendary performances. Despite internal strife and the premature end of their collaboration, Creedence Clearwater Revival cemented its place in rock history, influencing countless musicians and captivating new fans with every passing year.

Genres

Album Rock

Classic Rock

Country Rock

Mellow Gold

Rock

Southern Rock

Swamp Rock

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Latest Release

Bad Moon Rising: Shadows on the Bayou

Creedence Clearwater Revival

Album - 10 Tracks - Released October 24, 2024