Blog: Even in the streaming music era, the box set endures. Here are some of the year’s best

For all too brief a time, the fiery quartet out of El Cerrito, Calif., led by singer, songwriter and lead guitarist John Fogerty, was, along with The Band, the most compelling American rock group to emerge in the wake of the Beach Boys. From 1968 through 1972, at a furious pace that rivaled the Beatles, Creedence issued seven albums jammed with songs that often, and miraculously, injected stinging social commentary into irresistible hit singles that became radio hits. This updated $259 edition — all seven albums were released in a box just four years ago — features remastered half-speed mastered vinyl pressings. (RL)