“It was a critical mistake, and ultimately it broke up the band.” How Creedence Clearwater Revival fell to pieces
This retrospective article traces how Creedence Clearwater Revival, one of America's most successful rock bands between 1969 and 1971, collapsed under the weight of internal conflict, financial disputes and creative control battles. Frontman John Fogerty's insistence on directing every aspect of the band's sound and business affairs, combined with a punishing recording and touring schedule…
- Creedence Clearwater Revival dominated US rock from 1969 to 1971.
- Internal fighting, bad deals and Fogerty's control led to collapse.
- A single "critical mistake" proved decisive in the band's break-up.