Creedence Clearwater Revival Proud Mary Bayou Country French ReleaSe 12" Vinyl LP Album

Bayou Country is Creedence Clearwater Revival's second album, featuring their hit song "Proud Mary." With its blend of rock, blues, and country, the album captures the band's distinctive sound and style and remains a cultural artifact of the late 1960s and early 1970s. This web page has photos of album covers, inner sleeves, record labels together with production details, musicians and track-listing.

 

CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL - Proud Mary Bayou Country French Release 12" Vinyl LP Album front cover https://vinyl-records.nl

Description & Collectors Information:

Rare French issue of Bayou Country with a different album cover

Bayou Country was CCR's second album and established the band's distinctive sound and style. The album was recorded in just three days in the fall of 1968, and its raw energy and stripped-down production captured the essence of CCR's live performances. Bayou Country was also significant because it marked the beginning of CCR's collaboration with producer and engineer John Fogerty, who would go on to produce all of the band's subsequent albums.

The opening track on Bayou Country, "Born on the Bayou," sets the tone for the rest of the album with its swampy guitar riff and driving rhythm section. The song's lyrics, which evoke the mythology of the American South, reflect John Fogerty's fascination with the region and its music. "Born on the Bayou" was also notable for its use of the electric guitar as a lead instrument, a departure from the dominant role of the saxophone in R&B and soul music of the time.

The album's second track, "Bootleg," is a bluesy rocker that showcases John Fogerty's guitar playing and his ability to craft memorable hooks. "Graveyard Train" is another blues-influenced track, with its chugging rhythm and spooky lyrics that evoke the image of a train carrying the dead to their final resting place.

But the most famous track on Bayou Country is undoubtedly "Proud Mary." The song was originally written by John Fogerty as a response to the rhythm and blues classic "Proud Mary" by Ike and Tina Turner. CCR's version of the song features a propulsive rhythm section and Fogerty's blistering guitar work, as well as his distinctive vocal style. The song's lyrics, which describe a journey on a riverboat, are full of vivid imagery and metaphors that capture the spirit of the American South.

"Proud Mary" was a massive hit for CCR, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and becoming one of the band's signature songs. The song's success can be attributed in part to its catchy melody and memorable lyrics, but also to its cultural significance. "Proud Mary" was released at a time when the Civil Rights Movement was in full swing, and the song's celebration of the Mississippi River and its role as a symbol of freedom and possibility resonated with audiences across racial and cultural divides.

Music Genre:

American Roots Cajun Rock 

Album Production Information:

The album: "Proud Mary Bayou Country" was produced by: John Fogerty
Album cover: Basul Parik

Record Label Information:

America Records AM 6048

Media Format:

12" Vinyl Stereo Full-Length Long-Play  Gramophone Record
180 grams vinyl LP
Album weight: 280 gram  

Year & Country:

Made in France
Band Members and Musicians on: Creedence Clearwater Revival Proud Mary Bayou Country
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Doug Clifford - drums, bass
  • Stu Cook - bass, drums
  • John Fogerty - lead guitar, harmonica, lead vocals
  • Tom Fogerty - rhythm guitar, backing vocals
Track Listing of: "Proud Mary Bayou Country"

The Songs/tracks on "Proud Mary Bayou Country" are

    Side One:
  • Born on the Bayou - 5:16
  • Bootleg - 3:03
  • Graveyard Train - 8:37
    Side Two:
  • Good Golly Miss Molly (Robert Bumps Blackwell, John Marascalco) - 2:44
  • Penthouse Pauper - 3:39
  • Proud Mary - 3:09
  • Keep On Chooglin' - 7:43s

 

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CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL - Proud Mary Bayou Country French Release 12" Vinyl LP Album front cover https://vinyl-records.nl

 Note: The photos on this page are taken from albums in my personal collection. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash. Images can be zoomed in/out ( eg pinch with your fingers on a tablet or smartphone ).

Photo Of The Back Cover CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL - Proud Mary Bayou Country French Release 12" Vinyl LP Album

 

CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL - Proud Mary Bayou Country French Release 12" Vinyl LP Album back cover

Close up of Side One record's label CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL - Proud Mary Bayou Country French Release 12" Vinyl LP Album

"Proud Mary Bayou Country" Dark Blue Colour America Records Record Label Details: America Records AM 6048

"Proud Mary Bayou Country" Dark Blue Colour America Records Record Label Details: America Records AM 6048
 

Index of Creedence Clearwater Revival - Vinyl Albums Discography and Album Covers

Band Information:

  Creedence Clearwater Revival, often referred to simply as CCR, was an American rock band that achieved great success in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Led by frontman and primary songwriter John Fogerty, the band developed a distinctive sound that blended rock, blues, and country influences with socially conscious lyrics.

  The band was formed in 1967 in El Cerrito, California, and consisted of John Fogerty on vocals and guitar, his brother Tom Fogerty on rhythm guitar, Stu Cook on bass, and Doug Clifford on drums. CCR released their first album, simply titled "Creedence Clearwater Revival," in 1968, which featured the hit single "Suzie Q." The album was a critical and commercial success, and marked the beginning of the band's meteoric rise to fame.

  CCR continued to release a string of successful albums, including "Bayou Country," "Green River," and "Willy and the Poor Boys," which produced hits like "Proud Mary," "Bad Moon Rising," and "Fortunate Son." The band's music was characterized by John Fogerty's distinctive voice and guitar playing, as well as the tight rhythm section provided by Cook and Clifford.

  One of the unique features of CCR was the band's ability to blend musical influences from different genres. Their music incorporated elements of rock, blues, country, and even gospel, which gave it a distinct sound that was both familiar and new. John Fogerty's lyrics often dealt with social and political issues of the day, such as the Vietnam War and civil rights, which resonated with audiences and made the band even more popular.

  Despite their success, tensions within the band began to rise in the early 1970s, as John Fogerty increasingly became the focal point of the group. Tom Fogerty left the band in 1971, and CCR disbanded in 1972 after releasing their final album, "Mardi Gras."

  Despite their relatively short career, CCR's music has continued to resonate with audiences over the years. Their songs have been covered by countless artists and featured in numerous movies and TV shows, cementing their place in the pantheon of rock and roll. Today, CCR is remembered as one of the most influential and beloved bands of the 20th century, whose music continues to inspire and entertain fans around the world.

  The name Creedence Clearwater Revival was actually invented by the band's lead singer and primary songwriter, John Fogerty. According to Fogerty, the name "Creedence" was inspired by a friend named Credence Newball, and "Clearwater" was a place name that he had come across on a TV commercial for Olympia beer. "Revival" was added to the name to give it a sense of energy and excitement. The resulting name, Creedence Clearwater Revival, has since become iconic and synonymous with the band's unique blend of rock, blues, and country music.