John Fogerty

Career overview

John Cameron Fogerty is an American musician born in Berkeley, California, on May 28, 1945. He is best known as the lead singer, lead guitarist, and principal songwriter of the band Creedence Clearwater Revival. The band was officially formed in 1967, though the members had played together under different names since 1959. Creedence Clearwater Revival was later inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993. Following the dissolution of the band in 1972, Fogerty embarked on a successful solo career, releasing several solo albums and touring to perform both his solo work and Creedence Clearwater Revival hits. His 1975 self-titled album included the hit song Rockin All Over The World, which was later made famous by Dave Edmunds and the group Status Quo. Throughout his career, Fogerty has also occasionally appeared in small roles, usually as himself, in movies and television shows. His film work includes appearances in Maverick, Great Performances, and The Sixth Sense. Across his career and known credits, Fogerty has established a notable presence in the entertainment industry as both a foundational rock musician and a periodic on-screen performer.