"We never really had any intention of playing for the public," says Stu. "But a friend wanted to promote a couple of concerts. We got talked into it, but didn't know how it would go over."
Since then, the reaction to Creedence Clearwater Revisited's concerts has been astounding, and driven in part by a generation of kids who, as Cosmo says, "weren't even born when the music came out." Likewise, the release of a double-live CD on Universal's Hip-O Records label, which features passionate, authoritative versions of 22 classic hits - was the result of public demand. "It was generated by requests of the people who came to the shows," Stu acknowledges."Over and over they would ask, "'do you guys have a CD?'"Creedence Clearwater Revisited's "Recollection" has proven so popular that it was certified as a platinum record by the RIAA in 2008.
Having now toured North America, South America, New Zealand, Europe and Asia, knocking out audiences with astounding concerts jam packed with songs that are still a staple of radio and movie soundtracks, Creedence Clearwater Revisited has come a long way. "In the beginning Cosmo and I decided that if we could find the musicians that could capture the sound and recreate what the music was about, we'd do it," recalls Stu.
As fans who have experienced a Creedence Clearwater Revisited concert can attest, Stu and Cosmo found the right players. Lead singer/rhythm guitar player John Tristao, a powerful tenor with the energy to power songs, initially rose to prominence as lead singer for the band People when their hit "I Love You" bulleted into the top ten. Lead guitarist Tal Morris has been described as "the quintessential Bay Area guitar prodigy" and his monstrous talent unleashed live is what a rock 'n' roll concert is all about. Talented multi-instrumentalist Steve Gunner rounds out the group. As Cosmo puts it, "Gun provides live all the overdubs that were on the records. He plays keyboard, acoustic guitar, percussion, harmonica and sings the high harmonies."
With this new lineup, Stu and Cosmo and their band Creedence Clearwater Revisited add a new chapter to their legacy with vibrant and exhilarating energy and pure American spirit. As the Hollywood Reporter's music critic John Lappen wrote about a Creedence Clearwater Revisited concert in Los Angeles, "Their set was an amazing list of hit after hit that was done serious justice by the players involved. If anyone in the cheering crowd was disappointed [anyone] wasn't there, they hid it well behind their big smiles and whoops of joy at hearing live some of the best American rock ever written and recorded." "People don't want to be involved in an endless debate," Cosmo sums up. "They want to hear the music." And Creedence Clearwater Revisited always delivers.
The band has toured North America, South America, New Zealand, Europe and Asia. They have also released the album, Recollection.
travelin' band
Creedence Clearwater Revisited Lyrics
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Won't you take me down to Memphis on a midnight ride
I want to move
Playin' in a travelin' band
Yeah!
Well I'm flyin' 'cross the land tryin' to get a hand
Playin' in a travelin' band
Come on come on won't you get me to my room
I want to move
Playin' in a travelin' band
Yeah!
Well I'm flyin' 'cross the land, tryin' to get a hand
Playin' in a travelin' band
Listen to the radio talkin' 'bout the last show
Someone got excited, had to call the state militia
Want to move
Playin' in a travelin' band
Yeah!
Well, I'm flyin' 'cross the land, tryin' to get a hand
Playin' in a travelin' band
Here we come again on a Saturday night
With your fussin' and your fightin' won't you get me to the rhyme
I want to move
Playin' in a travelin' band
Yeah!
Well, I'm flyin' 'cross the land, tryin' to get a hand
Playin' in a travelin' band
Won't you give myself a hand?
The lyrics of Creedence Clearwater Revisited's "Travelin' Band" speak of the experience of being a part of a band constantly travelling and performing gigs. From the opening lines of "Seven thirty seven comin' out of the sky," the song captures the excitement and anticipation of traveling to different places to play music. The desire to keep moving and playing is emphasized in the line "I want to move" repeated throughout the song.
The second verse speaks of the routine of touring, checking into hotels and getting to one's room. The urgency to keep moving and playing persists even in the mundane aspects of life on the road. The chorus, "Playin' in a travelin' band," becomes a sort of mantra, reaffirming the purpose of living the rock 'n' roll lifestyle.
The final verse, with its mention of "fussin' and your fightin'," conveys the often hectic and tumultuous nature of life on tour. Despite this, the band members persevere and continue to play, hoping that the audiences will enjoy their shows. The final line, "Won't you give myself a hand?" suggests a plea for recognition and validation, reflecting the highs and lows of being a musician on tour.
Line by Line Meaning
Seven thirty seven comin' out of the sky
The band is traveling by plane and it's currently landing.
Won't you take me down to Memphis on a midnight ride
The band wants to go to Memphis and is looking for a ride at midnight.
I want to move
The band wants to keep traveling and performing.
Playin' in a travelin' band
This is what the band does for a living - perform while traveling.
Well I'm flyin' 'cross the land tryin' to get a hand
The band is constantly on the move, looking for opportunities to further their career.
Take me to the hotel baggage gone oh well
The band has arrived at their destination and their luggage has been taken away, so they just want to go to their hotel room.
Come on come on won't you get me to my room
The band is asking for the person driving them to hurry up and get them to their hotel room.
Listen to the radio talkin' 'bout the last show
The band is listening to the radio discuss their last performance and its aftermath.
Someone got excited had to call the state militia
Something happened at their last show that was serious enough for someone to call the police.
Here we come again on a Saturday night
The band is preparing to perform once more on a Saturday night.
With your fussin' and your fightin' won't you get me to the rhyme
Despite any issues going on, the band is asking for their ride to get them to the venue on time so they can perform.
Won't you give myself a hand?
The band is requesting for applause from the audience after their performance.
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Lyrics:
Seven thirty seven comin' out of the sky
Won't you take me down to Memphis on a midnight ride
I want to move
Playin' in a travelin' band
Yeah
Well I'm flyin' 'cross the land tryin' to get a hand
Playin' in a travelin' band
Take me to the hotel baggage gone, oh well
Come on, come on won't you get me to my room
I want to move
Playin' in a travelin' band
Yeah
Well I'm flyin' 'cross the land, tryin' to get a hand
Playin' in a travelin' band
Listen to the radio talkin' 'bout the last show
Someone got excited, had to call the state militia
Want to move
Playin' in a travelin' band
Yeah
Well, I'm flyin' 'cross the land, tryin' to get a hand
Playin' in a travelin' band
Here we come again on a Saturday night
With your fussin' and your fightin' won't you get me to the rhyme
I want to move
Playin' in a travelin' band
Yeah
Well, I'm flyin' 'cross the land, tryin' to get a hand
Playin' in a travelin' band
Playin' in a travelin' band
Playin' in a travelin' band
Won't you give myself a hand?
Playin' in a travelin' band
Well, I'm flyin' 'cross the land, tryin' to get a hand
Playin' in a travelin' band
Ethan
The only band you need playing in your car on a trip down the freeway
gail arnold
I wanna move...2 months later. Too hot in here... Just dreamt about my high school boyfriend giving me a large ruby ring. I wanna turn on the AC!
St P
yeah
Peter Sclafani
Every one of there songs are good.
Brian Ball
and Radar Love ...
Diego Andrés
So true man
Nadia
Why don't they have REAL music like this today😔 Love these Guys!!!
Vicki RI
I AGREE!! 😄
Michael McManus
Totally agree, this is what music should be like!
Explivious
bluegrass is still around? go to a festival, sorry john fogerty’s a living legend and its hard to match