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Summary: Solid and interesting look at CCR's tangled history
Review: A band that generated almost as many lawsuits as hit singles, Creendece Clearwater Revival became a mainstain of both FM and AM radio during the 60's and 70's. John Fogerty's solo career has continued successfully and the remaining band members (John's older brother Tom died in 1990) have resumed touring as CCR Revisited. While they've managed to put some of the past difficulties with their old label behind them (via the lawsuits), Stu Cook, Doug Clifford and John Fogerty have never been able to settle the issues that tore this seminal rock band apart.Bordowitz does a fine job of detailing the conflicts and legal tensions that caused the band to implode. Although they all contributed to the sound of the band (and the break up), Fogerty (naturally) got the lion's share of praise because he wrote, sang and produced the songs for the band. A musical polymath, Fogerty has never been able to distance himself from the emotional turmoil that their success generated. The trouble with any nonfiction book about a band is that it's always going to be second hand information and interpretation despite the wealth of interviews included here. It's clear that whatever happend between the members was due to very complex dynamics. The author does a very good job of distilling the essence of the conflict between the four members. None of the band members are portrayed as saints and John Fogerty comes off as enormously talented but every bit the control freak. We'll never really know what went on within CCR except that it's clear that the very thing that drove them also tore them apart. The author manages to convey the conflicts through older and recent interviews with the participants. Sadly, Tom Fogerty isn't around any longer to shed any additional insight into what occurred. The most heartbreaking and powerful chapter details the band's induction into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame. John Fogerty made it very clear to musical director Robbie Robertson he wasn't going to perform CCR tunes with his old bandmates. It's sad because it was a shared moment of glory when Fogerty, Cook & Clifford could have put their difficulties behind them. Fogerty performed with the house band after Bruce Springsteen inducted them into the hall of fame. The book is very fair balanced and the many rare photos (of the band at Tom Fogerty's wedding and performing at their high school reunion) add a nice perspective to the band's story. John's views are expressed via independently published interviews. Still, considering the "myth" that has grown up around the band, it is refreshing to hear both Cook and Clifford's point of view in addition to the three Fogerty brothers (non performer Bob is quoted as well). It's a perfect companion to Craig Werner's CCR: An Oral History. Taken together, these two books convey the importance of CCR to music and also the difficulties that guarenteed they wouldn't remain together more longer.
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Summary: Bad moon rising is more like Big Bad John
Review: Although I have been interested in CCR for many years, and owned many of their tapes, I had not know what was involved in their breakup and had heard all sorts of rumors. This is why I bought this book. Unfortunately, while well written and extremely informative, this book gives only a one-sided view of what went on with CCR. Written with help from most of the band members, this book delves into what really happened, according to them. And, according to the band members involved, what REALLY happened is John Fogerty killed the band. This book makes no apologies as it bashes John Fogerty and his decisions about the band, with obvious discrepencies. Things like: The band members complain that John does not let them have any control. Then, when he tells them the next album is theirs, the complain because now they have to do something. All in all, although this book was well written and had some interesting stories, I would recommend getting a book that is less biased and more neutral if you're looking for the truth.
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Summary: A must for every fan of CCR and John Fogerty
Review: As a big CCR/John Fogerty fan is was thrilled to read this book. I just couldn't stop reading. CCR's music was an important part of my life in high school and it brings back a lot of good memories. I am happy for John that he is back on his feet and making great music again. Looking forward to his next cd. This book is a must read for every CCR/John Fogerty-fan.
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Summary: Excellent history of CCR
Review: Bad Moon Rising is an excellently written and thorough history of the rise and fall of the important rock band, Creedence Clearwater Revival. Highly recommended not only for CCR fans but any fans of rock music, especially from the late 60s, early 70s.
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Summary: Insightful, well researched tragic tale of classic rock act.
Review: Being a long time fan and having searched endlessly for more info on one of my favorite bands, this book was personally long awaited. And while it doesn't answer all the questions, it was definitely worth the wait. Author Bordowitz has done an excellent job putting the pieces together to tell this tragic tale. Excerpts from previously released interviews, concert/album reviews and court documents are combined with insights from many (though not all) of those associated with the band to tell a terribly tragic tale that will engage the die-hard fan or casual listener.
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Summary: WELL RESEARCHED -- BUT A ROUGH READ
Review: Bordowitz clearly put a lot of time into this extremely well-researched, but badly assembled book. Repeated or out of order quotes with a slew of spelling and grammatical errors make the book rather annoying to read, but this work is still invaluable as pseudo-reference material. Bordowitz draws heavily from interviews, letters and reviews, essentially only writing his own material in a frantic endeavor to tie in the next quote. One wonders if the finished work was even proofread. Despite the problems, however, the information compiled in this work is definitely worth the price.
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Summary: Fine Moon Rising!
Review: Don't be repressed by the same forces that repressed the rhythm section of CCR. Exercise your right to buy this book - authorized or non! Hank Bordowitz is a font of information about this most understood and mystic of '60s roots bands.
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Summary: Well researched look into the short, sordid history of CCR.
Review: Finally, some answers as to why one of America's favorite bands tore itself to pieces while at the top of the music charts. Bordowitz's story relies on inside quotes, facts and recollections to deliver a no holes barred account of the past and ongoing legacy of Creedence.
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Summary: buy it just for the facts
Review: Given the drama surrounding this band over the past 30 years, you would think that the author could produce a more compelling book. It is not written with style and feels patched together from various sources. But for a newcomer to the CCR story, the book does offer plenty of facts and will keep your interest nonetheless.
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Summary: buy it just for the facts
Review: Given the drama surrounding this band over the past 30 years, you would think that the author could produce a more compelling book. It is not written with style and feels patched together from various sources. But for a newcomer to the CCR story, the book does offer plenty of facts and will keep your interest nonetheless.
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