This show is for all ages and unites classic rock, country, blues, and. Book and dust jacket are both completely clean and free of any damage or wear. Nov, 2014 john fogerty addresses fortunate son concert for valor controversy i do believe that its meaning gets misinterpreted and even usurped by various factions wishing to make their own case. John fogerty explains ccrs hall of fame meltdown rolling stone. Oct 05, 2015 john fogertys new book, fortunate son. The longawaited memoir from john fogerty, the legendary singersongwriter and. My life, my music, was partially born out frustration with the way he often saw his story portrayed in the press. Creedence clearwater revival is one of the most important and beloved bands in the history of rock, and john fogerty wrote, sang, and. Dave grohl and bruce springsteen performed john fogertys song tuesday night at hbos concert for valor on the national mall in washington, dc. Together with doug clifford, stu cook, and his brother tom fogerty, he founded the band creedence clearwater revival ccr, for which he was the lead singer, lead guitarist and principal songwriter. My life, my music by fogerty, john and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Oct 05, 2015 had john fogerty managed to get every important story into fortunate son. Nov 10, 2015 john fogerty recently released his autobiography fortunate son. Some folks are born made to wave the flag theyre red, white and blue and when the band plays, hail to the chief they point the cannon right at you.
He wrote this biography just like his songs straightforward. All of the insights of what really happened through his life and how things went. The song fortunate son was written by john fogerty and was first released by creedence clearwater revival in 1969. Fortunate son by john fogerty, jimmy mcdonough kirkus. National bestseller the longawaited memoir from john fogerty, the legendary singersongwriter and creative force behind creedence clearwater revival. Fogerty has had better luck than most, but overall, this is an.
John fogerty on new book, big lebowski, trump rolling stone. Would you consider the audio edition of fortunate son to be better than the print version. The effort, joint and individual, is obviously wellintentioned, but the book is largely unrevealing, a pale shadow compared to, say, keith richards life 2010 or neil youngs waging heavy peace 2012. Cover versions of fortunate son written by john fogerty. General chesty puller, usmc, the most decorated marine in history and the man who came to exemplify what being a marine means read his biography in chesty by colonel jon t. Interestingly, his wife julie, whom he credits with getting his life and career back on track, contributes sections towards the end of the book. Fortunate son takes readers from fogertys northern california roots, through creedences success and the retreat from music and public life, to his hard.
Unfortunately this is only johns side of the story in what has become a she saidhe said battle between band members, and probably should be taken with a grain of salt, much like revisionist history. Creedence clearwater revival is one of the most important and beloved bands in the history of rock, and john fogerty wrote, sang, and produced their instantly. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading fortunate son. Most celebrities get ghost writers to write their autobiographies, but what is great about fortunate son is that john fogerty obviously wrote it himself.
Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new. John fogerty is a phenomenal musician and songwriter. John fogerty on fascinating donald trump, his disappointment with obama, and battling demons. Some folks are born, made to wave the flag ooh, that red, white and blue and when the band plays, hail to the chief ooh, they point the cannon at you it aint me. John fogerty reflects on creedence and life in fortunate son. Fortunate son wasnt really inspired by any one event. Flawless brand new 1st printing boldly signed by john fogerty with black marker on the title page without inscription. My life, my music little, brown, youd have 15,000 pages. Oct 06, 2015 in an exclusive excerpt from his new book, fortunate son. However, until now there hasnt been a book directly from any of the members of creedence until john fogertys justpublished autobiography, fortunate son. My life, my music is john fogertys life from soup to nuts.
John cameron fogerty born may 28, 1945 is an american musician, singer, and songwriter. Oct 20, 2015 however, until now there hasnt been a book directly from any of the members of creedence until john fogerty s justpublished autobiography, fortunate son. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. The healing of a vietnam vet is the story of lewis b. John fogerty addresses fortunate son concert for valor controversy i do believe that its meaning gets misinterpreted and even usurped by various factions wishing to make their own case.
John fogerty is the man responsible for much of the playlist and soundtrack of the lives of the baby boomers. Product names, logos, brands, and other trademarks featured or referred to within remain property of their respective trademark holders and are used solely for. I kept wondering what was it about john fogerty that made his life so difficult for so long, especially considering how cooperative, tolerant, patient and forgiving he was during many years of betrayal by those closest to him. In bad moon rising, the other members of ccr stu cook, doug clifford, the estate of tom fogerty spoke with the author, while john did not. The longawaited memoir from john fogerty, the legendary singersongwriter and creative force behind creedence clearwater revival. John fogerty on fortunate son memoir asbury park press. Fogerty has had better luck than most, but overall, this is an unfortunate autobiography. John fogerty was the creator, composer, arranger and the driving force behind one of the most popular rock n roll bands of the 1970s, creedence clearwater revival. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Had john fogerty managed to get every important story into fortunate son. Dave grohl and bruce springsteen performed john fogertys song tuesday night at hbos concert for valor on.
John fogerty recently released his autobiography fortunate son. Fortunate son tells the whole story of fogertys life, from his times in the army reserve to the rise of creedence clearwater revival through their. Proud mary, bad moon rising, born on the bayou, and more. Fortunate son is the tale of one who fought those battles and ultimately emerged a survivor. In an exclusive excerpt from his new book, fortunate son. But his reading of the book is just monotone and dry. Fortunate son is a tribute band and is not sponsored, endorsed, or affiliated with john fogerty, creedence clearwater revisited, or its current or former members. John fogerty addresses fortunate son controversy rolling. Is creedence clearwater revivals fortunate son about al gore. John fogerty performs bad moon rising and fortunate son.
Fortunate son national bestseller the longawaited memoir from john fogerty, the legendary singersongwriter and creative force behind creedence clearwater revival. Feb 05, 2014 ccr john fogerty s classic hit fortunate son in high quality. Music video by john fogerty performing fortunate son. Oct 11, 2012 music video by john fogerty performing fortunate son. Fortunate son by john fogerty little, brown and company. John fogerty has 18 books on goodreads with 3122 ratings. Given all the rock n roll history the former creedence clearwater revival leader has been a part of. John cameron fogerty born may 28, 1945 in berkeley, california, usa is an american rock singer, songwriter, and guitarist, best known for his time with the swamp rockroots rock band creedence clearwater revival and as a solo recording artist. As it turns out, fortunate son was indeed inspired by the descendant of a prominent political figure, and since john fogerty has named him while discussing the songs origins we dont. Fortunate son takes readers from fogerty s northern california roots, through creedences success and the retreat from music and public life, to his hardwon revival as a solo artist who finally found love. Eisenhower, who married julie nixon, the daughter of thenpresidentelect richard nixon in 1968, when he wrote fortunate son. Will be bubblewrapped and carefully packed in a sturdy box to ensure safe transit.
Fortunate son download pdfepub ebook gets free book. John fogerty began a solo career, originally under the name the blue ridge rangers for his 1973 lp. It is chockfull of dynamite private pictures, including a shot of his songwriting notebook he purchased in 1967 the first entry is proud mary. Creedence clearwater revival is one of the most important and beloved bands in the history of rock, and john fogerty wrote, sang, and produced their instantly recognizable classics. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. My life, my music out today, john fogerty finally tells his version of what went down that fateful night. This book kept me thinking long after i had finished it.
He wrote proud mary, fortunate son, wholl stop the rain, lookin out my backdoor. Rich kienzle, pittsburgh postgazette it is fitting that writingi. Fortunate son takes readers from fogertys northern california roots, through creedences success and the retreat from music and public life, to his hardwon revival as a solo artist who finally found love. The longawaited memoir from john fogerty, the legendary singersong. Watch the video for fortunate son with foo fighters from john fogertys wrote a song for everyone for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. This show is for all ages and unites classic rock, country, blues, and folk music fans together like no other tribute act can.