John Fogerty

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Full Name
John Cameron Fogerty
Born
May 28th, 1945
Height
5ft 11in
Hometown
El Cerrito, California, USA
Net Worth
Estimated $100 million
Partner
Julie Kramer Fogerty
Family
John Fogerty was born to Galen Robert Fogerty, a linotype operator, and Edith Lucile Fogerty, a schoolteacher, in Berkeley, California. He has three brothers, including former Creedence Clearwater Revival rhythm guitarist Tom Fogerty. John was married to Martha Paiz from 1965 until 1970. He married Julie Kramer in 1991, and they have three children together: Shane, Tyler and Kelsy. He also has another son, Josh, from his first marriage.
Years Active
1959–present
Bands
The Blue Velvets, The Golliwogs, Creedence Clearwater Revival
Top Tracks
'Fortunate Son', 'Proud Mary', 'Bad Moon Rising', 'Have You Ever Seen the Rain', 'Centerfield'
Top Albums
'Cosmo's Factory', 'Green River', 'Willy and the Poor Boys', 'Bayou Country', 'Centerfield'
Records Sold
More than 100 million worldwide (with Creedence Clearwater Revival and as a solo artist)
Number Ones
'Proud Mary', 'Bad Moon Rising', 'Down on the Corner', 'Travelin' Band', 'Lookin' Out My Back Door', 'Centerfield' (No US Billboard Hot 100 number one singles; multiple number one albums and chart-topping hits internationally)
Fun Facts
John Fogerty wrote, sang and produced the vast majority of Creedence Clearwater Revival's biggest hits. ### Despite creating the band's signature swamp rock sound, Fogerty was born and raised in California and had never visited the American South when he wrote many of Creedence's classic songs. ### After decades of legal disputes over his catalogue, Fogerty regained majority control of his song publishing rights in 2023.
Related Artists
Tom Petty, Bob Seger, Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, Bob Dylan

John Fogerty is an American musician, singer, songwriter and guitarist best known as the lead singer, lead guitarist and principal songwriter of Creedence Clearwater Revival. One of the defining voices of American rock, Fogerty wrote a remarkable catalogue of hits during the late 1960s and early 1970s, blending rock, country, blues, swamp rock and roots music into a distinctive sound.

Songs such as ‘Proud Mary’, ‘Bad Moon Rising’, ‘Fortunate Son’ and ‘Have You Ever Seen the Rain’ established Creedence Clearwater Revival as one of the most influential bands of the era. Following the group’s split, Fogerty enjoyed a successful solo career with albums including ‘Centerfield’. His songwriting, instantly recognisable voice and enduring influence have made him one of rock music’s most celebrated artists.

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John Fogerty is an American musician, singer and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist, guitarist and principal songwriter of Creedence Clearwater Revival.
John Fogerty wrote numerous classics, including 'Fortunate Son', 'Proud Mary', 'Bad Moon Rising' and 'Have You Ever Seen the Rain', all of which are among his best-known songs.
John Fogerty was the lead singer, guitarist and chief songwriter of Creedence Clearwater Revival before embarking on a successful solo career.
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