Mardi Gras
Creedence Clearwater Revival · 1972
28 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · rock & roll · country rock
A rootsy blend of rock and country, underscored by a laid-back, swampy vibe throughout.
Why this album works
'Mardi Gras' is notable for its mixed critical reception, reflecting tensions within the band and resulting in their decline in popularity. Despite this, it produced the hit single 'Sweet Hitch-Hiker,' which reached No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it one of the group's last chart successes.
- Best for
- short, engaging listening sessions laid-back background ambiance easygoing road trip vibes
- Context
- Released on April 11, 1972, 'Mardi Gras' was Creedence Clearwater Revival's final studio album before the band disbanded. It followed the commercially successful 'Cosmo's Factory,' but marked a departure as John Fogerty opted for a more collaborative approach, sharing songwriting duties with his bandmates for the first time.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bruce Springsteen· Bob Dylan· Cher· Prince· Bon Jovi· Cyndi Lauper· Grateful Dead· Donna Summer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lookin’ for a Reason Standout 3:28
- 2 Take It Like a Friend 3:02
- 3 Need Someone to Hold 3:02
- 4 Tearin’ Up the Country 2:18
- 5 Someday Never Comes Standout 4:02
- 6 What Are You Gonna Do 2:55
- 7 Sail Away 2:31
- 8 Hello Mary Lou 2:16
- 9 Door to Door 2:12
- 10 Sweet Hitch‐Hiker Standout 2:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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