John Fogerty
John Fogerty was the frontman, lead guitarist, and principal songwriter of Creedence Clearwater Revival, whose swamp-rock anthems defined late-1960s American roots rock. His solo career ranges from the all-by-himself country covers of The Blue Ridge Rangers to the chart-topping comeback Centerfield.
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- Born May 28, 1945, in Berkeley, California.
- Co-founded Creedence Clearwater Revival, serving as lead singer, lead guitarist, and chief songwriter.
- Wrote CCR's signature hits including “Proud Mary,” “Bad Moon Rising,” “Fortunate Son,” and “Have You Ever Seen the Rain.”
- Cut his solo debut The Blue Ridge Rangers (1973, Fantasy), a one-man-band album of country and roots covers on which he played every instrument.
- Topped the US albums chart with the comeback Centerfield (1985, Warner Bros.).
- Won the Grammy for Best Rock Album for Blue Moon Swamp (1997).
- Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with CCR in 1993.
