Tom Fogerty was an American musician best known as the lead guitarist for the rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival. Born on November 9, 1941, in Berkeley, California, he played a significant role in shaping the band's distinctive sound during the late 1960s and early 1970s. After leaving Creedence Clearwater Revival in 1971, Tom pursued a solo career, releasing several albums. He continued to perform and record music until his health declined due to complications from AIDS, leading to his death on September 6, 1990. Tom Fogerty's contributions to rock music remain influential.