Clutch - Fortunate Son (Official Video)

From: "The Weathermaker Vault Series"
Directed and edited by David Brodsky
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“Growing up it was hard not to hear CCR’s Fortunate Son on the radio, on TV or even at the county fair. The groovy backbeat and sloshy hi-hats that introduce John Fogerty’s timeless lyrics written so many years ago could be found everywhere. While it may be true to say that Fortunate Son could be seen as a political song we think it’s bigger than that. For us, Fortunate Son is an inspirational song. For that reason we’d like to dedicate the song to the most inspirational person we’ve ever had in our lives, our late manager Jack Flanagan. Jack Flanagan was no Fortunate son. He worked tirelessly and passionately all the while keeping a razor-sharp sense of humor until his last days. Thank you, Jack, for making us better than we ever thought we could be.” Jean-Paul Gaster
“Fortunate Son” was mixed by 6X Grammy Award winner and Clutch collaborator, Vance Powell (Wolfmother, The Raconteurs, Arctic Monkeys).
In the video that accompanies this release, Tim Sult pays homage to Jack Flanagan by playing Jack’s beloved 90’s Les Paul. The video was shot at J Robbins’ Magpie Cage Recording Studio in Baltimore, MD. J Robbins produced the Clutch albums “Robot Hive/Exodus” and “Strange Cousins From The West” and he recorded all of the WM Vault Series singles.
For more information, check out the band’s website:
www.pro-rock.com
Facebook: clutchband
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Official: www.pro-rock.com
KZbin: / officialclutch

[@elcaminosoldier1]

My son listened to Clutch one time in the womb...he was born with a full beard

[@AntoineWG]

Is Neil Fallon your son's real father?

[@trudyfletcher2410]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Bufflekill]

😄😄😄😄

[@GTRFREAK17]

Is your son Chuck Norris?

[@elcaminosoldier1]

@@AntoineWG I wish

[@Michael_Dolences.]

CCR were way ahead of their time because they wrote a perfect Clutch song back in 1969.

[@xaviergutierrez4382]

You win

[@adammada5193]

LMMFAO cheers!

[@mabus7458]

Greatest comment ever

[@ScottOrd]

Well played, Mr. Eugenius The Great, well played.

[@markandersen793]

Perfect Clutch song and the best protest song ever written.

[@jimconlon1954]

I want to dedicate this to my father. Viet Nam veteran, DaNang Class of '66. RIP Dad, I love you. 5-24-42, 1-19-22.

[@OldManDave1960]

❤

[@jjdogg0]

My dad was Marine Corp in DaNang 66 to 68 🇺🇸

[@garysegan7413]

Amen bro.. Also My dad RIP 47-92

[@deacongowan909]

Such a different war than my war in Iraq. I love our Vietnam vets. Canopy jungle vs urban combat. They were true bad asses.

[@jimconlon1954]

@@deacongowan909 Thank you for your service.

[@kneehighspy]

i want this played at my funeral, and if it’s not, i’m not going.

[@beltfedTODDRULZ]

I had heart set on Simple Man by Skynyrd ,but I would love to have Clutch sing it as my ashes get blow out of a cannon! The 3" diameter barrel is ready I'm working on the carridge which is built around a Banshee axle.....

[@filmtvbiz]

Cool 😎 post...

[@jeffgrubbs2465]

I love that. I don't want to be at my own furanal

[@stevenlindsey2056]

I will never die.

[@beltfedTODDRULZ]

@@stevenlindsey2056 'Merica Fuck yeah!

[@insidetheribcage1401]

This is like reaching to the bottom of what you think is an empty cooler and finding one more beer . Hell yeah..

[@jasont5300]

Inside the ribcage no doubt. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ryanproios2814]

This is the best shit I read all year 😂

[@j.j.6327]

Best. Description. Ever.

[@j.j.6327]

Best description ever.

[@dwarfcargospel7581]

But if your reaching into what you think is an empty cooler.. do you really truly think it’s empty?

[@Isaiah42069]

they could do a whole CCR album and id buy it.

[@VMonkies]

Clutch could do an entire album of amp static and sheet metal grinding together for 45 minutes and I'd buy it.

[@mattnoversel4733]

I second this

[@brandyzebri1256]

Me too!!! I love this band!!

[@sirflyingv5641]

Lol it would be cool

[@MsDeeke]

Truth, I want to hate this but Clutch kills it.

[@johndaniel6149]

I’ve been listening to Clutch for ~20 years, they’ve aged like fine wine ✌️

[@Randeeeeful]

Absolutely...... I love this version of the CCR classic....nuff said.

[@chrishunter8305]

I think you mean like a fine burbon...because they still pack the punch :)

[@AntoineWG]

One of the greatest songs ever written covered by one of the most underrated bands ever.

[@TheMonolake]

Really any rock station should be playing this....its wierd

[@dragstar211]

it's criminal how underrated Clutch is.

[@irishron4861]

This is a good thing. Leaves more for us to enjoy, those that “get it” and don’t give a shit about critics

[@Govtflu]

Word!

[@gregorywoods5294]

Totally fn agree

[@TotinosOtherBoy]

Irish Ron thats shit logic right there. Why is it a good thing for less people to know about it and not be able to enjoy it?

[@yinoveryang4246]

…or how underrated the production and auto-tune is? Not sure about this, doesn't sound genuine. The vocals in particular. The guy, while he's clearly got a voice, doesn't quite hit the nail on the head in the timing of his delivery. Bad sign.

[@DavidMiller-dt8mx]

As an old Creedence fan, I knew Clutch would knock this one outta the park. They damn sure did.

[@michaelr8651]

You damn Skippy bud

[@highplainsdrifter9995]

Fuckin A!

[@jasonmoore5686]

Amen

[@markellis5008]

How could you not think "Oh, hell yeah. Gotta check it out."

[@stephenhogue5567]

I Just sent this to my dad who used to be a CCR fan he is 82, he probably won't like the front man singing this song because it's hard rock rendition of this song not I like it! My mom and dad thought they were so cool when they bought CCR'S album! I tried to tell them their music isn't that good!

[@John-sq9dy]

I’m a 63 yr old male and really diggin this version of CCR

[@jasonbeymer4025]

I accidentally discovered Clutch for the first time today when a friend said that their "Fortunate Son" cover was great. You have a new fan.

[@christianm.664]

Same almost, discovered them about a year ago and said wtf, such a great bearded menagerie of great sounds... I did em.

[@lloydacton4691]

This man has a voice like a sledgehammer.

[@connorwalsh7033]

Try thermonuclear bomb and you will come close

[@nailgun4433]

They should do some Motorhead covers!

[@nailgun4433]

Hell, they should cover every damn song

[@jonpaulling]

@@nailgun4433 I saw them play with Motorhead in the Nottingham, UK years ago. Amazing show!

[@roblewis3147]

I know right, i played this for my 12 year old nephew and he grew a Beard. Lol

[@petermcmillan1773]

I live in Australia and Bald Eagles just flew over my house!

[@dantoups2108]

Yes Indeed!!!

[@darrylmossop4605]

Peter McMillan I live in the Sunny Coast and found this band just yesterday morning, sitting in the car, rain pissing down, waiting from enough light to go for a surf. Doesn’t get any better.

[@scottrussell2281]

Best KZbin comment of the day! LOL

[@aipaloovik]

They're the Air Force American Eagles.

[@ChuckBeefOG]

I live in Canada and I have one mounted on my wall. Cost me $800.

[@shibahansson1539]

THANKS! I'm 68 years old, but I LOVE IT!

[@aztecdune]

Clutch is the only band that can do a version of this song, and it makes sense.

[@ScreenTalker]

Looks like that old YT algorithm finally did some good. Found me a new band I should’ve known about 20 years ago

[@schaddly]

its true. if you go all the way back you will find that their music has evolved and changed style quite a bit, but with a seasoned ear, they "havent" changed. most notably, the album transnational speedway has elements far from what you heard here.

[@hauskins9516]

one of the few musicians who actually get better over time. .....some of the few musicians who actually are musicians

[@labeledblack7]

Welcome to the fan club :D You're in for a treat if you're just discovering them

[@dr.divarum2294]

See them live if you can.

[@nitemareman1]

I only wish I could go back an hear Elephant Riders and Jam Room for the first time again.

[@beardykins3073]

My beard just got 3 inches longer listening to this

[@lemmybon3100]

Am shit at growing beards but after 2 listens to this I now have one like a 70s porn star's bush!!

[@lemmybon3100]

Am shit at growing beards but after 2 listens to this I now have one like a 70s porn star's bush!!

[@stevescourou8006]

Let me tell you, it ain't my beard that grew 3 inches longer listening to this.

[@Lucyda]

Mine too!

[@maximusmax4557]

My d*ck just got 3 inches longer.

[@skillsplayer3496]

A Huey helicopter just buzzed my house...

[@user-jz4mp8xf8j]

How did I get 68 years old and just find Clutch?

[@bradk4149]

When my old man who served his country in Vietnam loves this remake speaks volumes to the talent of clutch

[@allanmeierjensen4925]

Tell him..semper paratus from Europe

[@lyonhartmusick]

This cover did CCR tremendous justice. I believe even John Fogerty would have been proud.

[@gospodine]

John is still living😉 and touring.

[@mickemusik]

Damn - I was at a concert in Gothenburg listening to this band - it was one of the best concerts ever. (at the time I was sound-technician) Pure HARD rock band... Same enuiqe voice as Mr. Fogerty - thank you for this shout out 🤙

[@td3dp533]

Honestly, anyone who covers this has balls. Well done gents, this is beautiful and compliments the song! Bravo I've just discovered a great band.

[@burningbeard9478]

its a deep clear pool son...enjoy da swim

[@crustyfuzz]

Best Live band on this Prison Planet.

[@BATMAN7666]

Got privilege if being front row for Book of bad decisions tour. Just WOW

[@rickyrick5586]

Agreed seen them a few times live .was fantastic!

[@BATMAN7666]

Anyone who hasn't it's a must. Got to my channel Riot Fest 2018. Need more moments with Neil like that for sure!!

[@treva777]

A M A Z I N G period.

[@Room-qd7pl]

I’ve seen them 36 times. They kill it every time

[@AndrewJohnson-yv5hv]

Lead singer sounds absolutely epic

[@pauldowns5548]

Clutch changed my life I'm not overstating anything

[@pauldowns5548]

Jenni Whittle

[@fatcattattoos]

RIP Jack Flanagan The Mob nyhc Queens NYC Issachar. Always the best vibes.. talking hockey with you was always the best Thanks for posting this Nobby!!

[@robertgolden4109]

Clutch is awesome and this Rocks!

[@johnk.7058]

The almighty Clutch covering the almighty CCR! Brilliant. Rest in peace Jack

[@PeteSleigh]

It is so rare to feel the bands energy these days. Fantastic work! Wow!

[@mauriziomelani6267]

This man can destroy a wall only with his voice...

[@Nicolas-kn6vd]

My dad passed away two years ago, he was a huge fan of CCR. Thanks for this.

[@arturogrose3045]

He would of loved this version. 😊

[@markboyd1696]

After listening to this gloriousness over a dozen times, I've come to the conclusion that Clutch should do an album of CCR covers. I think John Fogerty would approve.

[@redisbastelbude9860]

Definitiv

[@DavidMiller-dt8mx]

I concur.

[@vicglymph7659]

I dont know if Fogerty would approve but they should do it anyway. This rocks!

[@tracyjohnson5023]

I think fogerty might even guest on that record

[@kellybergeron69]

I agree 100%

[@skidzholeshot1316]

dedicated to all soldiers world wide we are all brothers after all.

[@demondeacon9143]

This is the most ridiculously awesome version of Fortunate Son.

[@hopeechangee12345678]

"Ramble Tamble" ...CCR's masterpiece...I can't think of a more suitable band to cover it.

[@richardlucero165]

That's a deep track right there...not to many know that one

[@vanillagorilla2230]

What a great song that is

[@coreycann9639]

Down the road I go!!!

[@campbell1603]

word

[@ozarkprepper1718]

Im gonna start a band called pressure plate and see if we can open for them.

[@jasonboden9400]

As a shop teacher thats the best comment on this thread

[@Dj-sd1xq]

Respect! Touché

[@daschmitty]

OK, I will start one called FlyWheel, and we will watch from the cheap seats.

[@MrTruckerf]

And add a heavy metal band from Des Moines called Slipclutch

[@ozarkprepper1718]

@@MrTruckerf with special guest "Throwout Bearing"

[@CarsofMetal77]

Listening to Spacegrass in 1995, never in a trillion years would I have guessed Clutch would nail a cover of CCR 25 YEARS later.

[@omarguzman4053]

was drinking water while listening to this. now it turned into whiskey

[@dadeereater]

This is the coolest thing I've heard in a long time

[@JensTrappe]

Damn right!

[@Lucyda]

Can't stop listening :D

[@curtarnold6753]

Another example why Clutch is the best band on the planet.

[@bonedust82]

His voice goes that high? Damn. This is my fav CCR song and this is fucking awesome. Gonna listen over again.

[@davew.3891]

Whoever downvoted this song, I pity you, because you must not be able to grow a beard.

[@John-sq9dy]

😅😅😅😅

[@TBLpotogold666]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@raywinfree2590]

😂😂😂

[@hamboneneurosis995]

I'll bet they are still trying to stretch their clit and shoving oranges down there

[@user-pe6iy4zp9e]

Needs a hearing aid

[@Joefaf104]

The greatest American band of the past 30 years. My God they are great.

[@guitardizzle1]

I was about to reply, "Aerosmith?" Then I realized that it would've been true 30 years ago. Now I'm 38 and Aerosmith from the 70's is actually old for real. Weird.

[@questionmark5463]

I would agree. Also Mastodon.

[@Joefaf104]

shadrock99 I’ve seen Nirvana Not Clutch as far as I am concerned

[@StillAliveAndKicking_]

What a brilliant version, faithful to the original but with a heavy rock feel and angrier.

[@loulabird9332]

As CCR was a staple in the soundtrack of my childhood, I will simply say thank you Clutch. And, here's to you Mama.

[@RRacingMTSP]

Just when you think Clutch can’t get any better. Then this.

[@calebhefner6760]

Probably the only cover I have listened to all the way through. God bless America

[@ArisingWind]

Ladies and gentlemen...this is Rock N Roll!

[@hondot8740]

Former Special Forces dude here. Wow my God Clutch you guys did a great fuckong job!!!!

[@christopherdrzik6784]

I just stumbled across Clutch last week. A quick death in Texas. I have never heard them on the radio. I'm happy KZbin put them on a play list for me.

[@AaronJZY]

That guy’s voice is like a cannon!

[@thomascollette6322]

Neil Fallon. My nomination for the greatest voice in rock and roll.

[@AaronD711]

Always been a fan! He's a short guy with a booming voice!

[@gatonero6261]

Hear him in "Die to Live" by Volbeat! 😲

[@davebennett5069]

and he's pointing it at you!

[@skillsplayer3496]

Noel Fallon could sing a phone book and make it sound epic.

[@freshoxygen2176]

MANCHESTER CT 1999. CLUTCH, LB and Sevendust!!! Rowdy parking lot crowds, cops and tear gas!!! Those beautiful days!!

[@Telecasterland]

Salute for Jack Flanagan the greatest manager a group of guys could have.

[@V3x0r]

What a fantastic sound mix! Clutch totally nailed this cover.

[@JR-dd4ec]

It literally got chills hearing this Love CCR Love Clutch

[@qroqq]

chills and tears on my cheeks

[@ga0425]

@Mark Borg me too brother. me too.

[@Rob_1776]

Oh hell yeah Clutch is Freaking Awesome!🇺🇸

[@janeswann8956]

My grand nephew's named Clutch just for yall. His dad played in a local band but loved yall. Rock on!!!!!!!!!

[@eonshell5615]

My speakers just aren't man enough for this.. 😍

[@JumpingTomato]

This is the best cover of CCR's classic song I've ever heard! That guy's voice is a thunderstorm!

[@md_vandenberg]

I love that Clutch is a band that doesn't fuck around. They play some of the most straight-to-the point Rock out there. I can only imagine what they're like live.

[@stephenturner6351]

Brother, you owe it to yourself to go. I have seen them at least 20 times. Never disappointed. Look for their doom saloon stuff on you tube. Not in person but live. 🤘

[@scooterdescooter4018]

Clutch live is outstanding.

[@knuckleheadmcgee]

they are sheer brilliance live. in fact, i'm still reeling from the shine(a white-hot intensity of at least 1,000 white dwarf stars) these guys brought to south dallas SEVEN YEARS AGO. if you ever get the chance to see them live, then don't even hesitate...GO! NO EXCEPTIONS. you certainly will not be disappointed.

[@19delta25]

IN LOVING MEMORY OF ALL MY FALLEN BROTHERS AND SISTERS HOOAH

[@edalder2000]

Clutch is one of those bands who have toured a lot and found their audience that way. Clutch will never sell platinum records, but they are steady and have made a long career. Clutch will keep going for as long as they please.

[@GrillSergeant]

This song should be track 1 on a "Now That's What I Call Boogaloo 2020"

[@howdyfromthesticks22]

I'd buy it

[@silentbutviolent63]

This comment wins the internet. As of this morning (15, April 2021) , it just became Waaaay more of a possibility than it was yesterday

[@GrillSergeant]

@@silentbutviolent63 Ha! Right?

[@mynamesmiked]

Sometimes you get the perfect match of a band and a song that were just meant to be together, and magic happens. Johnny Cash and "Hurt". Weezer and "Africa". Killswitch and "Holy Diver". And now Clutch and "Fortunate Son".

[@anthonygeisler4961]

Holy Diver..Idk..Dio kinda perfected that song himself.

[@Cowboy.underwater]

You should look up the frog leap studios cover of Africa. Blows Wheezer out of the water.

[@mynamesmiked]

@@Cowboy.underwater Oh I've seen it plenty of times, I really enjoy it too.

[@OM-et4qj]

Sturch - Beautiful Day Wallflowers - Heroes UMC - Rythm of the night Michael Hedges - All Along The Watchtower.

[@malcolmsmith8694]

Bang,bang,bang. Love these guys. much love from Wheeling West Virginia.

[@SenseiMiyagi]

If any band are fortunate enough to carry off this cover version, and do it justice, it's them lil ole boys from, Maryland 😁👍🤘

[@stefano2091]

This CCR title has been covered so many times (too many I'd rather say) that it becomes really boring, but here with Clutch, I must admit that this version is by very very very far, the best I've heard.

[@daveyponderosa9549]

Amen Sir! 🙏 👍👍

[@tombentlyewski6594]

badass once again...and the thank you to jack at the end....tears!....beautifully done gentlemen

[@rickmetz769]

As everyone listed in the comments, this was a very powerful remake of this fantastic song. I believe CCR and men and women of the era would love this remake. I know I did and I grew up listening to this music. With the changing of todays style of rock music I truly appreciate bands like Clutch for keeping rock real, thanks brothers,,,

[@klondike316]

Yup, exactly.

[@stevedouglas8851]

Jack used to reply to my email requests for a press pass, every time in SoCal, always had one waiting for me. Semper Clutch. RIP Jack! See you backstage upstairs!

[@cascodanieloscar7183]

I click this as fast as I could

[@the_lancaster_libertarian]

Me too!

[@stonerdoom3481]

And me🤘

[@Xodok.]

Same

[@fcfatitan6088]

Heard it on Spotify a week or so ago

[@yaboyblacklist2431]

Same here.

[@einherjar8147]

This might possibly be the only good CCR cover in existence.

[@Gloveberg1]

@shadrock99 No way, Clutch blows theirs out of the water.

[@sethgamingvlogs8975]

Cat powers as a damn good version of this song, but it’s a little slower. It has more feelings in it

[@Gloveberg1]

@shadrock99 Whatever dude...lol....you're on shrooms or something then :)

[@VASKECoD2]

Nirvana covered the Bad Moon Rising.

[@berumenberumen2649]

In my opinion u cant beat Creedence version. The voice of Fogerty its like fresh wind man...This Clutch version its ok but doesnt give the feeling that makes me love that song. I like more the Dropkick Murphys version but it doesnt get near the original either. Good cover? Somebody is watching me by Warmen man...or I put a Spell on you by Creedence...yeah man, good vibes

[@ravendove8126]

what a compliment to the industry.

[@hedekbass]

Rickenbacker and Les Paul, hell yeah, power and soul.

[@paulmildner6093]

If anyone could sing a john fogerty song it's this guy

[@johnlenin476]

Thank you very much for the show in Lyon last Sunday. Best wishes to all the Band !

[@weika1000]

I love every note of this passionate version!!! Whoever the guy was, this song´s dedicated to by Clutch, respect and rest in peace....

[@glennadamson9576]

They look like a bunch if dad's getting together after work, and rocking the house old school, love it

[@scooterdescooter4018]

they always have looked like dads.

[@joelhall5124]

You ever seen the video for Whole Damn Life by Seether? I think it's basically a premonition of Clutch in years to come.

[@thebackbencher666]

I needed a cover of this . This song just doesn’t get played enough .

[@calebrains7795]

theback bencher The sarcasm is deafening lmao

[@TenaciousDanzig]

One of the greatest bands on the face of the Earth. Awesome!

[@trik1pony]

These guys are one serious Kick ass rock band .

[@nickthurlow4456]

What a brilliant rendition of this song by ccr !

[@jonesy19691]

Been listening to Clutch for at least 20 years highly underrated!

[@rickyrick5586]

Happy fucking thanksgiving ..I’m thankful for finding clutch prolly 20 years ago 🤘😎🤘

[@makeupyourway]

Me too! 97' i think it was

[@makeupyourway]

@mattjenkins76 love it! I won tickets to limp biscuit and clutch opened for them. Mind blown. The rest is history. The only band ive seen over 5 times.

[@Cowboykings1]

Closer to 30...

[@rickyrick5586]

Rob Meyer damnit now I feel even older lol 😂

[@SubtleHustle72]

Whenever transnational dropped is how long I’ve been a fan! But I sure do love that pitchfork!

[@PW.6060]

Finally a CCR cover I don't hate. Everyone always butchers CCR's music when they try to cover it but this was great.

[@christopherboudreau43]

Not many people can cover a good ccr song, but i'm glad it was clutch that did it right.

[@dustyjoe71]

Clutch is a like a good joint passed amongst friends.

[@thomasulbrich971]

First song ive heard was electric worry, 4 month it pushed me like pepp to start my renovation of an old farmhouse!!!! Vamanos,vamanos!! Alex, Germany

[@dragonwriter655]

Yeah...I need to 'ear more of it!

[@joeschmoe3202]

You mean all spitty on one end? 🤓

[@dustyjoe71]

@@joeschmoe3202 pre covid joint

[@dancolebert3653]

After seeing them play this live, the studio version can’t compete!

[@romanace3432]

help I cant stop listening

[@scottcarter4388]

The baddest remake of this song ever!! 🤟 Clutch is awesome!!!

[@MegaDIEHARD75]

First time I've ever come across this band. OMG, they are incredible!!!

[@JustinWhiting9]

spread the word brother, they are the real deal.... 🤟

[@JohnCena-kn9tv]

I've been a fan since 1998. Enjoy, they're one of the best.

[@burningbeard9478]

play my name boiiii....😉

[@JohnCena-kn9tv]

@@burningbeard9478 oh I will boy

[@JustinWhiting9]

@@burningbeard9478 Lobster backs attack the town again…

[@duaneburns2975]

I can’t remember the last time a cover song sounded so badass

[@dominicmendillo3738]

check out small town titans the grinch

[@masternippleblaster]

Mmm, yeah great cover as Dominic said... I would suggest something as Alert The Medic - Bohemian Like You. Monster cover!

[@monkeyp.i.9944]

Listen to there zztop cover

[@lupusalbus3795]

Spiderbait

[@wffw75]

Money by clutch

[@SupraBdub]

Clutch is clearly galactic proof

[@maureendelpozo7577]

I used to go to their concerts all the time. So much so that they started to recognize us at their shows. Never a disappointment. You guys STII ROCK

[@douglasmccrary2345]

CCR fan from the late 60s. Only thing I can say is HELL YEAH!!!!!!!!!

[@saradelancy4196]

Absolutely phenomenal 🤘❤️🤘

[@chachiarcola6920]

Turn it up to 11. Well done boys...

[@Peenurpool]

Awesome.... Just Fuggn Awesome 🇺🇸👍🇺🇸👍🇺🇸👍🇺🇸👍🇺🇸👍🇺🇸