Autographed Classic Rock Album: Hand-Signed by Creedence Clearwater Revival Members
This entry features a landmark piece of American roots rock history: an original 1969 vinyl LP pressing of Willy and the Poor Boys, hand-signed on the front cover by three core members of Creedence Clearwater Revival—lead vocalist, lead guitarist, and primary songwriter John Fogerty, drummer Doug "Cosmo" Clifford, and bassist Stu Cook. Released in November 1969 by Fantasy Records, this seminal album stands as one of the definitive artistic achievements of late-1960s rock 'n' roll.
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993, Creedence Clearwater Revival defined the swamp rock and Americana sound. Led by John Fogerty's gravelly vocals and prolific songwriting, CCR dominated the charts with a staggering string of hit singles and multi-platinum albums. Willy and the Poor Boys remains one of their most celebrated works, featuring immortal classics like the working-class protest anthem "Fortunate Son", "Down on the Corner", and their hit renditions of "Cotton Fields" and "The Midnight Special".
The album cover displays the famous photograph of the band performing as a makeshift jug band outside Duck Kee Market in Oakland, California. Across the lower portion of the image, John Fogerty has rendered a massive, bold signature in black marker ("John Fogerty"). Near the top right of the doorway graphic, drummer Doug Clifford has signed ("Doug Clifford"), while bassist Stu Cook has signed in black marker ("Stu") in the upper left corner along with the handwritten inscription "Rock On!" across the center image.
Complete with its original Fantasy Records vinyl LP disc, this authenticated album comes accompanied by an official Basic Certification Card from James Spence Authentication (JSA) (Certification Number: CC08363). Preserved in excellent condition with crisp jacket seams, rich color saturation, and dark, prominent signatures, this signed LP serves as a premier centerpiece for CCR enthusiasts, vinyl archivists, and classic rock historians.
Album & Presentation Specifications
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ORIGINAL 1969 FANTASY VINYL PRESSING: Released in November 1969 by Fantasy Records (F-8397); complete with original printed album jacket and vinyl LP disc.
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CLASSIC DUCK KEE MARKET COVER: Features Basul Parik's iconic cover photograph of CCR performing as a street corner jug band.
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EXCELLENT DISPLAY CONDITION: Preserved in fine condition with clean surfaces, intact seams, and sharp jacket corners throughout.
Autograph Specifications & Provenance
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HAND-SIGNED BY THREE CCR MEMBERS: Authentically autographed in black marker by John Fogerty ("John Fogerty"), Doug Clifford ("Doug Clifford"), and Stu Cook ("Stu" / "Rock On!").
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JSA CERTIFIED: Fully verified and authenticated by James Spence Authentication LLC (JSA) (Certification Number: CC08363).
