Premonition
John Fogerty · 1998
68 min · 18 tracks · country music
A vibrant blend of swamp rock and classic Americana, infused with Fogerty's signature storytelling and gritty guitar riffs.
Top tracks — play these first
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Born on the Bayou Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Proud Mary — This track stands out as a quintessential Fogerty anthem, blending soulful melodies with driving rhythms that showcase his vocal prowess and songwriting skill.
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Bad Moon Rising — The song's infectious chorus and vivid imagery highlight Fogerty's knack for storytelling while reflecting themes of foreboding and change that resonate throughout the album.
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Centerfield — As an homage to baseball, this upbeat track encapsulates Fogerty's ability to fuse personal passion with universal appeal, making it both a sports anthem and a fan favorite.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases Fogerty's signature sound but lacks a strong cohesive narrative across its extensive tracklist.
What we noticed
- Fogerty's guitar work is prominent throughout, often leading the arrangements and driving the energy of the performances.
- The live setting captures audience interaction, with several tracks featuring call-and-response segments that enhance the communal feel of the concert.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- nostalgic storytelling experiences
- late-night contemplative moods
- long, immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing flows
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks Fogerty's return with energetic performances after a long hiatus.
- Career context
- Released in 1998, 'Premonition' is John Fogerty's first live album after a long hiatus from the music scene following his departure from Creedence Clearwater Revival. This album encapsulates his return to form, showcasing a selection of his greatest hits and new material while reminding audiences of his enduring influence on rock music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Creedence Clearwater Revival· Lynyrd Skynyrd· The Band
Tracklist
- 1 Born on the Bayou Start here 4:54
- 2 Green River 4:15
- 3 Susie Q. 5:24
- 4 I Put a Spell on You 5:02
- 5 Who’ll Stop the Rain 2:57
- 6 Premonition 3:18
- 7 Almost Saturday Night 2:26
- 8 Rockin’ All Over the World 3:32
- 9 Joy of My Life 3:55
- 10 Down on the Corner 2:57
- 11 Centerfield 3:54
- 12 Swamp River Days 4:25
- 13 Hot Rod Heart 3:41
- 14 The Old Man Down the Road 4:23
- 15 Bad Moon Rising 2:18
- 16 Fortunate Son 4:11
- 17 Proud Mary 4:01
- 18 Travelin’ Band 2:53
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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