Creedence Clearwater Revival - 1969

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Review by Nicolette Boes

Creedence Clearwater Revival’s 1969 Album Review: A Timeless Rock Gem Alright, let’s get into it. Creedence Clearwater Revival’s 1969 album isn’t just another compilation—it’s like a time machine that drops you right back into the golden era of rock 'n' roll. Released in 1978 on Fantasy Records, this thing is packed with tracks that span genres like Classic Rock, Country Rock, and even Blues Rock. It’s got all their hits from when John Fogerty was basically writing anthems for America. And yeah, it came out in Canada, the US, Sweden, France—you name it. This record feels universal. Now, before we dive too deep, I gotta say—this isn’t your typical studio album. It’s more of a “best-of” vibe, but don’t let that fool you. The energy here? Unreal. Tracks like "Fortunate Son" slap hard no matter how many times you’ve heard them. That gritty guitar riff from John Fogerty paired with Doug Clifford’s punchy drumming still makes me wanna grab an air guitar and go nuts. You can feel the anger and frustration in every note—it’s protest music done right, man. Then there’s "Down On The Corner," which is straight-up sunshine bottled up in a song. Like, who doesn’t love a good groove? Between Stu Cook holding down the bassline and Tom Fogerty adding those smooth backing vocals, it’s impossible not to tap your foot or sing along off-key. It’s one of those songs where you’re like, “Oh shoot, they’re talking about jamming on street corners,” but somehow it feels bigger than that. Maybe it’s because everyone knows what it’s like to want a little escape now and then. What really sticks out about this album is how raw it sounds. These guys weren’t trying to overproduce anything—they just laid it down as-is. Take “Wrote A Song For Everyone,” for example. It’s simple yet powerful, with John’s harmonica wailing away like it’s telling its own story. Or “Effigy,” which starts slow and moody, then builds into this fiery rocker that feels like watching a bonfire burn brighter as the night goes on. And hey, shoutout to Doug Clifford doubling as a washboard player at some point. Who does that anymore? Gotta respect the versatility. But here’s the kicker: listening to 1969, you realize just how timeless CCR’s music really is. Sure, it came out in the late ‘70s, but these tunes could’ve been written yesterday—or fifty years ago. They hit different depending on where you are in life, ya know? One day “Lodi” might make you laugh at the absurdity of being stuck somewhere you hate, and the next, “Don’t Look Now” feels like sage advice. So yeah, if you haven’t spun this album yet, do yourself a favor and throw it on. Whether you’re cruising down the highway or just chillin’ at home, it’s the kind of record that reminds you why rock music mattered so much back then—and why it still does today. Oh, and fun fact: did you notice they spelled “Down On The Corrner” wrong twice on the tracklist? Classic typo move. Makes you wonder if anyone caught it before pressing the vinyl…

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Commotion2:37
Fortunate Son2:20
Lodi3:08
Poorboy Shuffle2:25
Tombstone Shadow3:36
Green River2:31
Night Time Is The Right Time3:07
The Night Time Is The Right Time3:07
Side 'O The Road
The Midnight Special4:10
Wrote A Song For Everyone4:55
Don't Look Now (It Ain't You Or Me)2:08
Cotton Fields2:53
Sinister Purpose3:19
Feelin' Blue5:05
It Came Out Of The Sky2:58
Effigy6:28
Down On The Corner2:43
Cross-Tie Walker3:17
Down On The Corrner2:48
Bad Moon Rising2:17
Don't Look Now2:08
Side O' The Road3:21

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Creedence Clearwater Revival - Feelin' Blue
Creedence Clearwater Revival - Poorboy Shuffle
Creedence Clearwater Revival - Effigy
Creedence Clearwater Revival - Green River

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Catalog Numbers

  • 2160-69
  • ALB 308
  • CCR-69C
  • CCR-69
  • 5CCR-69
  • CCR 69

Labels

Fantasy

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Formats

  • 2 × Vinyl
  • LP
  • Compilation
  • Gatefold
  • Cassette
  • Dolby System
  • 33 ⅓ RPM
  • Special Edition
  • Stereo

Companies

RoleCompany
Manufactured ByGRT Of Canada Ltd.
Distributed ByGRT Of Canada Ltd.
Phonographic Copyright (p)Fantasy Records
Copyright (c)Fantasy Records

Credits

RoleCredit
Backing VocalsTom Fogerty
Rhythm GuitarTom Fogerty
BassStu Cook (tracks: C4)
Bass GuitarStu Cook
DrumsDoug Clifford
WashboardDoug Clifford
HarmonicaJohn Fogerty (tracks: C4)
Lead GuitarJohn Fogerty
Lead VocalsJohn Fogerty
Written-ByJ.C. Fogerty

Notes

  • This double LP contains the following albums:
  • Green River
  • Willy and the Poor Boys
  • Canadian Fantasy Lightning Label
  • Manufactured and distributed by - GRT of Canada
  • © ℗ 1978 Fantasy Records
  • Specially priced two-record set
  • A combined release of "Green River" and "Willy And The Poorboys" .
  • Specially priced two-record set.
  • Made in Sweden.

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Side 1 label): CCR-69-A
  • Matrix / Runout (Side 2 label): CCR-69-B
  • Matrix / Runout (Side 3 label): CCR-69-C
  • Matrix / Runout (Side 4 label): CCR-69-D
  • Matrix / Runout (Label Side A): (MU 6047 A)
  • Matrix / Runout (Label Side B): (MU 6047 B)
  • Matrix / Runout (Label Side C): (AM 6046 A)
  • Matrix / Runout (Label Side D): (AM 6046 B)
  • Rights Society: SACEM SACD SDRM SGDL
  • Price Code: Y
  • Distribution Code: MU 222
  • Barcode: 0 2521-80069-4
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout Side 1 Record 1, stamped): CCR-69-A RECORD 1
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout Side 2 Record 1, stamped): CCR-69-B
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout Side 1 Record 2, stamped): CCR-69-C RECORD 2
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout Side 2 Record 2, stamped): CCR-69-D RECORD 2
  • Rights Society: NCB
  • Other (Price Code ): Y
  • Other (Distribution Code): MU 222

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that Creedence Clearwater Revival's album *1969* wasn’t actually released in 1969? It came out in 1978, years after the band had split up. The album is a compilation of their greatest hits and fan favorites, showcasing their unique mix of rock, country, and blues influences. Interestingly, it was put together by their label, Fantasy, without much input from the band members themselves. Tracks like "Down on the Corner" and "Fortunate Son" became timeless classics, even though this version of the album was released nearly a decade after those songs first hit the charts. A little piece of rock history with a twist!

Comments

marwanyen93
marwanyen93
2025-03-16
Soy de cdmx y esta rola la escuchaba en 1976 junto con campos de algodón y otras más, y hoy casi lloro al recordar
jacey10
jacey10
2025-03-15
I feel happy, wenn I Listen to this Song.
docdental
docdental
2025-03-15
I must come back again and again and Listen to that tune.
manifest0
manifest0
2025-03-14
Even without words to a song, Creedence can play and jam
joycedseok
joycedseok
2025-03-14
I love the Harmonika!
gogocherryatoz
gogocherryatoz
2025-03-13
Soy de Neza y también los escuchaba en radio capital, SUPER TEMA
jaydawatt98
jaydawatt98
2025-03-12
Born in 1990 and thanks to my uncle I love CCR ?. Wish he could of seen my 3 year old jamming to it too . They don’t make music like this no more
pacaix
pacaix
2025-03-12
?
semsema4jo
semsema4jo
2025-03-12
Cada día suena mejor
etery54768utdgha
etery54768utdgha
2025-03-12
If you listen to the instrumentation, the washboard, rhythm guitar, harp (harmonica), and gut bass, it's clear to me that THIS is the song that Willy & the Po Boys are playing that is referenced in "Down on the Corner
travelmanpreetrehal
travelmanpreetrehal
2025-03-11
La mejor interpretación de armónica, la netaaa!
merthalaman
merthalaman
2025-03-10
Excelente melodía, la mejor, mi favorita!!!!
calt2spk
calt2spk
2025-03-09
Just a great theme song for a Iowa farm boy from the '60's!
marvincastro0123
marvincastro0123
2025-03-09
Con esta melodía me acuerdo de mi hermano Fernando, cuando éramos adolescentes.
shooterj
shooterj
2025-03-09
used to roll past Duck Kee Market in Oakland ..Market St if memory serves...it was near the old Fantasy/Galaxy Records company
coppercoiledlocs
coppercoiledlocs
2025-03-09
Love this
manuelmestanza
manuelmestanza
2025-03-09
toda una vida escuchando a lo CCR
23priyanshusisodiya
23priyanshusisodiya
2025-03-08
Happy World Rock And Roll Day.
No matter what we love rock and roll. God Bless Us. Peace and Love from Azerbaijan.?❤️??????️
genericteenager
genericteenager
2025-03-07
Poblano Los escucho en su poca yo Vivo en san francisco cerquita del cerrito pasando el puente un privilegio de Vecinos Ramiro hernández hernández de Puebla San Matias
epiphanysisterswrite
epiphanysisterswrite
2025-03-07
Es un rolon esta melodia, tenia como 8 años cuando la escuchaba en la hora de los Credence en RADIO CAPITAL de 4 a 5 de la tarde en la gloriosa Cd. NEZA.
griffscott
griffscott
2025-03-07
Los mejores.....sin duda
aapunehelper
aapunehelper
2025-03-06
Best
missamandabyrd
missamandabyrd
2025-03-06
Been listening to CCR for almost 20 years(parents are fron the sixties) and I’ve heard so many great songs but this was introduced to me via reddit after someone basically explained how CCR is the greatest band ever.