Creedence Clearwater Revival - Chronicle, Vol. 1: The 20 Greatest Hits

Creedence Clearwater Revival is definitely one of the coolest bands of all-time. Frontman John Fogerty is one hell of a singer/songwriter. How can you not love classics like Down on the Corner, Fortunate Son, Proud Mary, Bad Moon Rising, Susie Q, and many more. This is how southern rock is supposed to be done, I highly recommend it! Good job fellas.

That's what I call playing music! I truely enjoy every minute of it! I can really recommand to everybody.

Credence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty are classic rock at its best, a mixture of blues, rock and catchy songwriting created memorable songs that still have people singing these today.

This is a good collection of many of their hits and well known songs and I put it on the CD player for my children and they now are singing along.

Anyone out there know if CCR have a live dvd out.....love to see them live in concert...........Eps

Although I would still recomend this cd,the volume level is low,and the bass weak;disappionting for any cd. Roy

For the few of you that complained about "tinny" sound, Fogerty's place in the overall mix and found it not worth downloading or buying, here's a novel idea: Why don't you pick up the excellent vinyl pressing? You do have a turntable, don't you?

If there is a single Classic Rock disc to own, this would be it. When you consider this music provided the soundtrack to the Vietnam War, you might consider buying it to be owning a bit of history. Go back up above and read down those song titles. Do you have any fond memories associated with any of them? My problem, at age 56, is that I have a fond memory associated with EVERY ONE OF THEM.

Now CCR plays music that's pretty accessible to everyone that hears it, but when you go below that layer, the things that make the songs stand up for all these years is dynamic songwriting and kickass musicianship across the board.

If you don't believe me, pick up the concert DVD by John Fogerty: The Long Road Home and SEE these hits performed. I believe it's impossible to be unaffected by what you see and hear there. He still performs his music with that 'fire in the belly' you like to see in older musicians.

So back to this disc... he originally recorded these in his 20's. Imagine the 'fire in the belly' factor then...

This one is good stuff. You need to own it.

This replaces my husbands 8 Track Tape! For the CCR fan, a must-have.

This CD is Creedance Clearwater Revival's original recording, and is one of the few with the full, long version of my favorite piece, Suzy Q. The CD was in excellent condition and came in a very short time. I recommend this seller for future purchases.

I saw Creedence Clearwater Revisited last year. That band takes a lot of heat for having a capable Fogerty sound-alike stand in for Fogerty. I understand some fans' complaints about the heart and soul of the music being compromised, but my argument was, and still is, that these songs are timeless gems and are worth hearing no matter who's singing them.

So, on to my review ... this is a very admirable greatest hits CD of one of the best bands of the late sixties. All of my favorite Creedence songs are here, including "Bad Moon Rising," "Lodi," "Run Through The Jungle" and "Travelin' Band." To me Creedence Clearwater Revival is the perfect example of how to be a rock band. Fogerty, the band's principal songwriter, can be serious when he needs to be but also knows how to have fun. For example, at the time of the Vietnam War, he wrote songs with such depth and emotion as "Who'll Stop The Rain" and "Fortunate Son." On the other hand, he wrote songs like "Travelin' Band" and "Down on the Corner" -- harmless and fun classics. I also like that this CD includes "Someday Never Comes." That song is very underrated, if you ask me.

This CD has gotten some complaints that "Born on the Bayou" is missing. It is on Chronicle Volume 2 but some fans don't want to pay all that extra money for one song. I have a suggestion on how to remedy that: buy this CD, then download "Born on the Bayou" from iTunes as a single.

Awesome collection of hit songs from the 70's....brings back many memories of good times back then. A must for any person over 50!

This is a great compilation from CCR, & anyone who's a fan should love it. I might have changed a couple of the selections, since it's missing "Born On The Bayou" & "Midnight Special," two songs that I wanted & ended up buying Vol. 2 just to have. I highly recommend this CD. It's worth every penny.

This is a great CD for capturing late 60's/early 70's memories. CCR's lyrics and music not only speak to the mood of the times, but leave a timeless tapestry for anyone trying to understand meaningful rock music. Highly recommended!

si, viejo...esto es parte de la biblia del rock..que mas se puede decir..ahora..queda alguien sin escucharlo????

Creedence Clearwater Revival, a band far ahead of its time, hailed from California, but one would never know it. As a Louisiana native I can attest to the fact that CCR represents the sounds of the south as well, if not better, than any home grown " Southern Rock" outfit. The Bayou clearly courses through John Fogerty's veins, regardless of his geography.

This is a "Best of" that truly spans a remarkable career. The band had a short run ( their most prolific period occurring between 1968 t0 1970), but the talent produced a back catalog of amazing proportion. One rarely likes to recommend a survey when a tremendous library is available, but this work deserves a place at the table.

The songs.... they are three to eleven minute vignettes of pure blues/rock/country-pop magic. Activist by nature, Fogerty wrote some scathing time-piece tunes, like " Fortunate Son" and " Commotion", two fine offerings from this CD. "Susie Q", a gem from Lightnin' Hopkin's treasure trove, drives home a beat and guitar working second to none. " I Heard it Throuh the Grapevine" gets a unique overhaul, quite different from the original in its bluesy delivery. " Lookin' Out My Backdoor" and " Down on the Corner" takes the listener on a quick, sweet journey to the parts of Dixie that are worth experiencing. An innocent, open, fun-loving atmosphere, not qualities usually associated with the south by people from other regions. A transplanted native, even one who was better for the move, can wax poetically about southern summers, remembering fondly "listin' to Buck Owens" while " doing cartwheels", or gathering around the local busker to hear someone like " the poor boys" strut their stuff.

The track list is exhaustive, including all of the hits, plus a few lesser known wonders, such as " Sweet Hitchhiker". Fogerty and the gang didn't solve the world's problems during their heyday, but they sure provided some good music to rock out to. If unfamiliar with CCR, get thee a copy of this singularly great Greatest Hits.... pronto.

I'd forgotten just how good Creedence was. The only song missing from this compilation, as far as I'm concerned, is Born on the Bayou. It's funny, back in the day, Creedence Clearwater Revival was not really on my radar--I liked their stuff when it came on the radio, but not enough to buy the albums. There was so much really great music coming out when I was in high school (70-74) that I liked more. I took for granted the musical riches available. Voicing the opinion that "music today isn't nearly as good as back in MY day" would make me an old fogey. So I won't.
But I'll tell you what--my young adult daughter came over while I was playing this CD. As she came through the door, she hollered, "Whooooo! CCR!"

This c.d. captures the great sounds that is distinctively Creedence. Their version of "I heard it through the grapevine" is by far the best I have ever heard. Great song selections make this a c.d. you will never get tired of!

I got my first copy of this when I was in high school and 14 years later I still listen to it fairly regularly. Apparently Fogerty was a California boy and not the bayou brat he comes across as in many of his songs. No matter, his imagination was pretty extraordinary at that time and you will believe in his storytelling regardless of the facts. Nobody did the fierce young man rockabilly blues like John Fogerty in his prime. If you don't have this disc you need to get it and that's no lie. All it's really missing is the midnight special though they had other decent songs. Driving around late at night in the hills of southern Indiana as a teenager listening to this music was a transformative experience that I wish everyone would have. Okay I'll stop now.


Favorite tracks, Lookin' out my Backdoor, Bad Moon Rising, Fortunate Son, Have you Ever Seen the Rain, Someday Never Comes!, Okay I'll stop again :)

If you would like to take a Road Trip and give your Passenger the Total Creedence/John Fogherty experience Bring this and a doobie.
You will be Chillin Like Lebowski.
Awesome.....

It may not have every song that every die-hard fan would like, but this is a great selection for the casual fan or anyone looking for an introduction to CCR.

Many people don't know that your illustrious Seer was born on the bayou. Totally true story. I am the 7th son born on the 7th month on the 7th day at the 7th hour. My Metamama cried when I was born "This one will be a hellraiser-Oh Lordy!". But, as all my dedicated fans know by now- she was wrong. I am a heaven-raiser- and hopefully a good one at that. Still- it took alot of side-stepping to get out of that swamp to become the Seer that you all know and love today. Being reflective takes hard work- and ambition. Sort of like Creedence - my home town boys. At least my Metamama liked them. Why shouldn't she? They weren't related. :)
What I really loved about Creedence is that they defied the conventions of their time. While others tended towards studio production lucidity - Creedence decided to keep it raw and real. There is no mystery to the sound here. It is straight ahead swamp rock-blues power packed into mostly a 3 minute window. How they were able to do this with so much economy is discussed - even today- amongst erudite Seer circles. But, they did it and, as simple as it was, it works- song after song after song. Everyone of these songs is memorable - and competent. Are they the greatest musicians that ever lived? No. But did they know how to do things right for them? Definitely. And I think that is why, in large part, that they created the legacy that they did.
You can see the progression in these tunes. Not in leaps and bounds - but subtle as you proceed. "Suzie Q" and "I Put a Spell On You" are rough takes - but it is that undeniable quality that propels these songs to swamp magic. They get a little better as we go along in production - but not by much. Why spoil the formula? "Proud Mary" with that simple strumming riff. It's so elementary but so alluring. And I don't believe Creedence ever copied from another song. Each one was totally original by itself. You could have a song with a blistering, intense lead like "Travelin' Band" and then one with a slow, bluesy feel like in "Long As I Can See the Light". Everything here borrows from different genres - blues, country, southern streetcorner sounds, sweeping bayou intonations, rock and roll intensity. It is the feel of the songs that is so real. They do not compromise and include alien instruments. No. This c.d. is very real and this band is what I'd like to hear when I go down to the local bar for a beer. Uncomplicated and great!
I could give you a run-down of all the songs included here. But it would prove nothing. If you haven't heard these songs somehow since they were released then someone in your life has been negligent. Perhaps you! And, if so, emergency therapy is needed. I could do it - but be forewarned- a small charge will be excised. Get this. Creedence - a legendary pure American rock band. So classic- and so good to hear after all the overly-produced stuff from the last 30-40 years.
Gotta go. I hear the phone ringing and it's probably Metamama calling to wish her son happy holidays. That, and to chide me, yet again, for not joining Creedence way back then when they asked me. With parents there just are some things they never let you forget. Oh well.....

And I wonder, still I wonder - Who'll stop the Metamorpho?

These guys could sing way back when I was young, and they still can sing today. You all will enjoy this CD... RY

This has to be one of the greatest greatest hits albums around. Creedence Clearwater Revival (hereafter, CCR) was a top band on its time, and this CD does a terrific job of showing the listener why. If you didn't know of this group before, this CD explains why they were so well received in their era.

John Fogerty, lead vocal and lead guitar, was a key motive force for the group. His unique voice is displayed well here.

Some classic cuts:

"Susie Q" is a rock classic. CCR does a nice job here. They show off the classic CCR sound. No fancy guitar work, but effective nonetheless. Fogerty's voice captures the spirit of this song well. In addition, some interesting vocal effects.

"Proud Mary" is one of their absolute best works. Many may know it from Tina Turner's version, which is itself a classic. CCR's version is also classic. The start of the song is probably one of the best (and best known) introductions in rock and roll. "Rollin' on a river" is one of the most recognized tag lines, I would guess. As already noted, guitar work and instrumentals generally are basic but quite effective.

"Bad Moon Rising" is a rollicking song. "I see a bad moon rising; I see trouble on the way." One of my favorite CCR pieces.

"Down on the Corner." I can never get "Willie and the poor boys" out of my mind! This is straightforward, unprettified rock and roll. As liner notes mention, CCR went against the grain of psychedelic music, current at a portion of their period of work. This song well exemplifies their body of work.

And then there is "I Heard It through the Grapevine." This was a Temptations' song, and their version is stunning and one of the great moments in the genre. But CCR takes this and makes it their own, too. The instrumental work is well done and Fogerty's voice works well on the lyrics.

So, what's the bottom line? One of the classic compilations of a group's work. You want to know about CCR? There isn't a better way than to listen to this work.

This has almost all of CCR's hits. John Fogerty is one of the greatest rock songwriters and his distinctive voice and guitar sound rank him near the top of rock and roll greats. You get the extended I Heard It Through the Grapevine with a long jam. If you are a rock fan and don't own any CCR this is definitely one for your collection.

Bought this for a 9 year old handicap boy. He loves the old rock music as it touches something in him to make him feel good. He loves CCR and any of the music from the 1960-1970's. It will put a smile on his face faster than anyone else could smile about getting dark chocolate. He loves this music.

I ordered a cd and it was shipped faster than I was told and there was nothing wrong with my cd. I dont believe you could ask for anything better. Could you?! It's where I'll go to order my CD s from now on. THANK YOU AMAZON! RODNEY in Oklahoma

This is pure Creedence, what I love. They will always be number one with me.

So often we read the hype of a groups "Greatest" hits CD's and when we listen we ask ourselves 'What was so great about that?'. Not so with this CD. This group is such a part of our early lives (for those of us over 50) and still the music is fresh. A must have for CCR fans.

This is a great album. Wife bought me my first copy, #1 son took it, wife took it from him and so I had to buy another. Expect #2 son to steal this copy.

As Im in my sixties you might think Im to old, but this is my sort of music.I reckon " john fogerty " is a great singer. Just listen to find out. Hope you like it the same as I do.

An excellent greatist hits CD, I used a handful of songs to burn a CD with other related style of music.

listening to this CD makes you realize how great john fogerty was back in the day. great songs, great sound.

I've been listening to this CD for 2 weeks in my car on the way to work.

This is an excellent compilation of CCR's tunes from the late 60s, early 70s. There's a reason why Credence tunes kept popping up in movies and commercials. It's great music and evocative of the era from which it comes. No need for me to review the individual tunes; anybody with a radio has head most of them. A must-have for any music fan.

Great value. If you are into the 60s' and 70s' you will love this one.

I've tried to find other bands from the 60s-70s which have the same grittiness and raw beats as Creedence. Some came close, but nothing seemed to deliver the same level of punch CCR does. It's thumping, growling, stripped-down rock n' roll that isn't swallowed up in a wall of distortion or overproduction that a lot of bands today are preoccupied with. If you're itching for something raw and without gloss that isn't acoustic or listless indie (snoooze!), CCR serves it up straight and hard. I'd even say they're the AC/DC of swamp/roots rock.

These tracks are from both volumes, but they're my favorite picks for songs with beats that don't mess around and a rockin' melody:

Born on The Bayou, Tombstone Shadow, I Heard it Through the Grapevine, Run Through the Jungle, I Put A Spell on You, Good Golly Miss Molly

It has all the best songs on it. Collector's item. Love it.

I love ccr so this cd is great! If you are looking for some good music, order this cd and rock out to Green River.

I heard the song "Put a Light in the Window" while driving one day and loved it, had never heard it before but recognized the group. Never thought I would find it but did on Amazon. It is an amazing CD and the price was excellent. I suggest anyone who was a CCR fan back in the "olden days" purchase this classic.

Although purists may say that key tunes were left off of this helping of Creedence Clearwater Revival's "Chronicle, Vol. 1," most casual fans will be well pleased with purchasing this album. It includes the bulk of the major hits for CCR. Their gritty, country-fried blues-rock is deep-seated into American culture. Their songs sound as fresh and intense today as they did when these tunes were initially released.

This is backwoods, bayou music best appreciated by fans of Southern rock and blues. John Fogerty and company sound great on songs like the voodoo-tinged "I Put A Spell On You" and the straight-ahead rocker "Fortunate Son." Casual fans will easily pick up most of these songs, especially "Proud Mary," "Have You Ever Seen The Rain," and "Up Around The Bend." My personal favorite, "Bad Moon Rising," is also on this disc.

For folks who are only familiar with a few of their songs, "Chronicle, Vol: 1" is a great starting point for further exploration. Hardcore fans may miss songs like "Born on the Bayou," but that one, along with many others, can be found on the second "Chronicle" volume.

Overall, this is an excellent disc for both new listeners and longtime fans. I highly recommend it.

Had all my favorites from Green River, Cosmo's Factory, etc. If you are a true CCR enthusiast, I'd recommend this CD for you. No disappointments for CCR fans.

Okay, but nothing to brag about. Has many good songs. If you like this group it would be money well spent.

I found the used Hybrid SA-CD at a used record store, and bought it for my dad as he's a big CCR fan. Little did I know it would soon be in regular rotation in my CD player. The quality of the mastering in suburb, and even without taking advantage of the glorious clarity of SACD, it will sound good on any system. Don't pass this CD up.

Really great CD. Well worth the money. Bad Moon Rising always reminds me of my days in the USMC cruising on I95 on the weekends. All the songs are great.

This is a great compilation title of Creedence Clearwater Revival. Containing 20 of most of their well-known songs, it is definitely worth getting. The most likeable titles are here: Proud Mary, Suzie Q, Up Around the Bend, Down on the Corner, I Heard it Through the Grapevine, Fortunate Son, etc. This album has far more song titles than their first compilation, Creedence Gold, but it doesn't quite have every single one of their songs throughout their career. On this CD title, I Heard It Through the Grapevine is in its full version, clocking in at barely over 11 minutes (the cassette tape of Chronicle, Vol. 1 had the song in shortened form). Suzie Q runs for 4:35 seconds on Vol. 1 and the other part of the song runs for 3:48 seconds on Chronicle, Vol. 2. For those of you who prefer hearing Suzie Q in its full version of over 8 minutes, it is on Creedence Gold. It makes more sense than changing from Chronicle Volume 1 to Volume 2 to hear the full song. I also think that it is a lot better and more appropriate to have all of their main hit songs on one single CD, because buying all of their regular studio albums on CD for all of these songs is a waste of time and money. The Creedence albums that you should have are Creedence Gold and Chronicle, Volumes 1 and 2. These three titles would seem to be the proper and more thorough collection of their music, unless you find a box set, but that will be more costly. Get this first Chronicle; you won't regret it!!

Fantastic collection.

No one can do 'Heard it through the Grapevine' like Creedence. That wonderful understated anger and menace.

Credence Clearwater Revival will always be one of my most favorite groups. There songs are still wonderful. Jeri Hartman

If you long for the good music of the 60's & 70's...this is a good album to take that trip down memory lane.
Good music..with lyrics you can understand....when songs actually moved your soul...a must have album for those of us who grew up to 60's & 70's music & long for music of yesteryear!

you have to love CCR and this cd has all the good ones.

This CD covers such a broad selection of old favorites and some of the best unadvertised songs of their entire career. I would recommend this to anyone, fan or not! This has some great history!