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At the outset, the story is one of triumph. The band, formed by two brothers and their childhood friends, experienced rapid success, charting hits like "Proud Mary" and "Bad Moon Rising." They rode the exhilarating wave of fame, performing for large audiences and reveling in their achievements. The thrill of creating music that resonated with people—their songs playing on the radio—filled them with a sense of purpose and excitement. As they basked in the success, they could afford to buy homes and live the life they had always dreamed of.