Though the band has never officially reunited, John Fogerty continues to perform CCR songs as part of his solo act, while Cook and Clifford have performed as Creedence Clearwater Revisited since the 1990s.

Why did CCR band break up?

In October 1972, five months after the Mardis Gras album (which still reached No. 12), John Fogerty disbanded Creedence Clearwater Revival, publicly citing Mardis Gras as a reason. ... Fogerty was not released from his contract. His next album, the following year, was called John Fogerty/The Blue Ridge Rangers.

When did CCR break up?

It was 48 years ago today (October 16th, 1972) that Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) officially disbanded. CCR was one of most successful acts of the late-1960's and early-'70s, racking up 11 Top 20 hits in under four years. Seeds of the band's demise came when co-founder Tom Fogerty left the previous year.

Did CCR ever have a #1 song?

CCR holds the record for the most singles (five) to reach number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 without ever scoring a number 1 single; as well as the most singles to reach the top 10 (nine) without ever reaching number 1.

What is CCR's biggest hit?

• 'Proud Mary'
• 'Who'll Stop the Rain' ...
• 'Bad Moon Rising' ...
• 'Lookin' Out My Back Door' ...
• 'Green River' ...
• 'Down on the Corner' From: 'Willy and the Poor Boys' (1969) ...
• 'Have You Ever Seen the Rain' From: 'Pendulum' (1970) ...
• 'Up Around the Bend' From: 'Cosmo's Factory' (1970) ...

The CCR Breakup Timeline Explained

How many top ten hits did CCR have?

In the years they were together, Creedence Clearwater Revival scored nine top 10 hits on the Hot 100, an impressive showing for the period. Frustratingly, five of their hit singles peaked at No.

What happened to John Fogerty's first wife?

Fogerty married Martha Paiz in 1965 and had three children. They divorced in the 1970s. Fogerty met Julie Kramer in 1986 while on tour in Indianapolis, Indiana. They married in Elkhart, Indiana, on April 20, 1991, and had two sons (Shane and Tyler) and a daughter (Kelsy).

Did CCR do drugs?

"Were there any drugs involved? Yeah, I smoked a little pot. I think my bandmates smoked quite a bit more pot. I had rules: never do that when we're recording, never do that when we're playing.

Is John Fogerty still married?

John Fogerty has been married two times: to Martha Piaz (1965-1970), and to Julie Kramer (1991-present). He has four children, two sons and two daughters.

Who died from CCR?

Guitarist for Creedence Clearwater Revival Tom Fogerty Dies of Tuberculosis at 48. died, a spokeswoman announced Friday.

How old was Tom Fogerty when he passed away?

Tom Fogerty, rhythm guitarist for the popular 1960's band Creedence Clearwater Revival, died Sept. 6. He was 48 years old. The cause of death was respiratory failure due to tuberculosis, said Terri Hinte, a spokeswoman for Fantasy Records.

Are John and Dan Fogerty related?

Dan Fogerty is the brother of John Fogerty.

Did anyone in CCR fight in Vietnam?

Short answer: He did, and although Fogerty wasn't sent to Vietnam, he served in the Army from 1966 to 1968, per Fort Knox News.

What happened to John Fogerty and CCR?

Though the band has never officially reunited, John Fogerty continues to perform CCR songs as part of his solo act, while Cook and Clifford have performed as Creedence Clearwater Revisited since the 1990s.

What band has the most #2 hits?

Creedence Clearwater Revival

The group has the most No. 2-peaking hits without a No. 1: five.

What do the lyrics of Fortunate Son mean?

"Fortunate Son" is a strong, impassioned statement against the Vietnam War and the political establishment in late-1960s America. The entire song is built upon the idea that there is as unbridgeable divide that splits the fortunate sons and the unfortunate sons in America.