John Fogerty, the legendary lead singer of Creedence Clearwater Revival, recently shared some surprising insights about the band’s iconic performance at Woodstock in 1969. Apparently, the audience was asleep during their set, which left Fogerty feeling disappointed. He had high hopes for the performance, considering the band’s immense popularity at the time. However, the Grateful Dead’s prolonged set pushed Creedence to take the stage at 12:30 AM, making it challenging to engage the crowd ¹.
In more positive news, Fogerty has regained control over his works, acquiring the majority interest of his worldwide publishing rights from Concord in January 2023 ². This move has allowed him to perform his classic songs, including “Born on the Bayou”, “Green River”, “Proud Mary”, and “Bad Moon Rising”, with his two sons for the first time since owning his catalog of songs.
Fogerty’s music has had a profound impact on fans across generations. Many have shared their personal stories of how his music has influenced their lives, from learning to play guitar to connecting with family members ². His legacy continues to inspire new musicians, with one aspiring lyricist crediting Fogerty’s music for motivating him to keep writing despite setbacks ².
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