El Cerrito, California, U.S. CCR disbanded acrimoniously in late 1972 after four years of chart-topping success. Tom Fogerty had left the previous year, and John was at odds with the remaining members over matters of business and artistic control, all of which resulted in lawsuits among the former bandmates.

Why did CCR hate each other?

Creedence Clearwater Revival is one of those cases. John Fogerty (Vocalist and guitarist) and Tom Fogerty (Guitarist) were brothers. Due to lack of vocal and songwriting opportunity and the long-standing animosity with John, Tom Fogerty left CCR in the beginning of 1971, just after they finished the album Pendulum.

When was the last time CCR played together?

Creedence Clearwater Revival – 1988



The original line-up of Creedence Clearwater Revival last played together shortly before guitarist Tom Fogerty quit in 1971. They carried on as a three-piece for a year before calling it a day in 1972.

What happened Tom Fogerty?

At some point in the ’80s, after moving to Scottsdale, Ariz., Tom underwent surgery for his back. But an unscreened blood transfusion caused him to be infected with AIDS virus. It led to his 1990 death, officially of tuberculosis.

When did John Fogerty leave Creedence Clearwater Revival?

John Fogerty broke up Creedence Clearwater Revival in 1972. Over the next 20 years he released three solo albums and had three Top 20 hits.

What does chooglin mean?

The song popularized the term “chooglin’, which may have been invented by Fogerty.” The lyrics tell the listener that he or she should “keep on chooglin’.” John Fogerty explained the term chooglin’ as “what happens when ‘you got to ball and have a good time.

Are CCR still friends?

“We’re not sniping at each other anymore,” Cook told Billboard of his relationship with Fogerty. “We’re focused on the good things about Creedence, which is where I think we should be.” Fogerty, Cook and Clifford together are planning a slew of projects to keep CCR alive.

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.

What does CCR name mean?

Name change to Creedence Clearwater Revival (1967–1969)



Having hated the name “The Golliwogs” from day one, the band decided on their own name, Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR), which they took in January 1968.

What is Creedence Clearwater Revival’s biggest hit?

Top 10 Creedence Clearwater Revival Songs

• “Green River” …
• “I Heard It Through the Grapevine” …
• “Bad Moon Rising” …
• “Have You Ever Seen the Rain” …
• “Run Through the Jungle” …
• “Fortunate Son” …
• “Proud Mary” …
• “Who’ll Stop the Rain”

How old is John Fogerty worth?

John Fogerty is an American musician who has a net worth of $100 Million. We have seen him singing for almost 60 years now. He started his career in the 60s.



John Fogerty Biography.

Real Name/Full Name	John Cameron Fogerty
Date Of Birth/Birthday:	28 May 1945
Age/How Old:	77 years old