BREAKING NEWS: HE BETRAYED ME – Creedence Clearwater Revival Drummer Doug Clifford Announces Retirement Amid Scandal
San Francisco, CA – In a shocking turn of events, Creedence Clearwater Revival founding drummer Doug Clifford announced his retirement from the music industry today amidst allegations of betrayal.
According to sources close to the band, Clifford’s decision to retire comes after a heated dispute with his former bandmates over the rights to the iconic rock band’s catalog.
In a statement released earlier today, Clifford expressed his shock and disappointment at the turn of events, stating: “I’m heartbroken to announce that I’ve been betrayed by those I trusted the most. After decades of creating some of the greatest music of all time, I’ve been left with no choice but to walk away from the industry I love.”
The news has sent shockwaves through the music community, with fans and fellow musicians alike expressing their outrage and disappointment at the situation.
Clifford, who was an integral part of Creedence Clearwater Revival’s success, along with John Fogerty, Stu Cook, and late bandmate Tom Fogerty, has been a key player in the band’s enduring legacy. The band’s hit songs, including “Proud Mary,” “Bad Moon Rising,” and “Who’ll Stop the Rain,” remain staples of classic rock radio to this day.
The dispute between Clifford and his former bandmates revolves around the ownership of the Creedence Clearwater Revival catalog, which has been the subject of a long-standing lawsuit. In recent weeks, tensions escalated, leading to Clifford’s decision to retire from the music industry.
“We’re devastated by the news, but we’re not surprised,” said John Fogerty, who has been at the center of the dispute. “Doug’s been struggling with this for years, but we never thought it would come to this.”
Fans and fellow musicians have taken to social media to express their support for Clifford, with many calling for a resolution to the dispute and a reunion of the band.
As for Clifford, he remains tight-lipped about his future plans, stating only that he will “focus on his own well-being and spend time with loved ones.”
The news has left a sour taste in the mouths of fans, but one thing is certain – the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival will live on forever.
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**Sources:**
* Doug Clifford’s official statement
* Interviews with John Fogerty and other band members
* Industry insider reports
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