LEGENDS: A Podcast by All Day Vinyl

Interview: Stu Cook of Creedence Clearwater Revival In Depth History of CCR, Trials & Tribulations, Making Hit Record

LEGENDS: A Podcast by All Day Vinyl

Show Notes

n this episode of LEGENDS: Podcast by All Day Vinyl, host Scott Dudelson speaks with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Stu Cook. The iconic bass player and co-founder of the Creedence Clearwater Revival takes us on an incredible journey, sharing intricate details of his music career from CCR to his work with Roky Erickson.

Listen as Cook unveils the highs and lows of his career with Creedence Clearwater Revival and his profound bond with his long-term music companion, Doug ’Cosmo’ Clifford. A treasure trove of captivating anecdotes, poignant reflections, the episode offers an immersive exploration into the history of CCR from the early beginning in Junior High to their performance at Royal Albert Hall in 1970.

Dive into the backstage reality and the interpersonal dynamics that fostered the band’s journey as Cook recalls the birth of ”Born on the Bayou” during soundcheck, internal dissensions, legal quagmires, and challenges that shadowed Creedence Clearwater Revival. Cook presents an unfiltered perspective into the band’s glorious legacy.

This conversation also spotlights Cook’s stint producing Roky Erickson and stories from the making of the album ”The Evil One.”

This episode captures the ins and outs of an iconic rock and roll career. A must-hear for classic rock enthusiasts.

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