What Happened to Steppenwolf?

[randyc]

They should still be in the R&R Hall of Fame over many who are already inducted.

[joepalooka]

They were a great band! Their music is iconic and stands up just as great today as ever. I am glad to say I got to see them live in 1970. They were all really great musicians and John Kay is definitely one of the most outstanding rock singers and songwriters of all time.

[karenhumes]

The lyrics too the song "Monster" recorded so long ago are so very very true in today's society!! What an awesome band with some great songs! Greg

[doctorsteve]

Born to be wild is 1 of the most famous songs they wrote. it became the unofficial anthem of every motorcycle club in the late 60s. the lyrics are legendary and the music is timeless.

[FLmileshigh]

Some great guitar licks in "Hey Lawdy Mama."

[oregonpatriot]

In my group of friends, no record collection was worth even looking through if there wasn't at least one Steppenwolf LP in it.
'Born To Be Wild' was the anthem of my time.

[scottbohe]

Steppenwolf - a HUGE band! My first rock concert at age 11 or 12 in '68-'69. In junior high I was in a rock band and of course we played Steppenwolf songs! It is a travesty that they are still not in the Rock Hall of Fame. Caught the "final" tour in 2007 at Sturgis - still sounding great. Thanks John Kay.

[dustyrustymusty]

Sookie-Sookie was a great one too. They should be in the RRHOF.

[ricknoe]

Steppenwolf was my favorite band growing up. Their 1st album was the first album I ever bought. I pretty much played the grooves off of all of their LPs up thru Slow Flux. Their music has stood the test of time...

[stevenhollingsworth]

This band was criminally underrated. The first album, Monster, Live, 7 and For ladies only are damn good albums.

[dereksuddreth]

I saw Steppenwolf (who were the Headliners) at a 2 day music festival in Gaston County, North Carolina at the dirt track "Carolina Speedway" in the Summer of 1976. Albatross and a new band called Boston were also a part of the lineup, along with some local bands. A friend named 'Rabbit" was working Security and living in a mobile home on the property behind the track. It was hot and dusty, and the liquid refreshments and ice ran out on the second day. My two female friends and I decided to pay Rabbit a visit to get something to drink. A stranger answered the door, said "Wait", closed the door and a bug eyed Rabbit opened the door a second time. He told us that Steppenwolf was in his trailer, using it for a dressing room. We were allowed in and met everyone in that particular lineup, Including John Kay. I was too star-struck to speak. We burned a couple of joints and were sent packing with some cold beer. They put on a great performance, then left in a black limo. I will never forget!

[stevoplex]

I saw John Kay and Steppenwolf during their "Wolftracks '84" tour at the Agorra Ballroom, Hartford Connecticut when I was in college. Small place, standing room only. I was pressed right up against the stage in front of the lead guitar. The place was totally full of Bikers, packed tight. Great show. Excellent musicianship. Possibly the Loudest show I've been to. My ears were ringing for days. I still have the concert t-shirt, still in good shape 38 years later. 😃

[dannydine]

A great band that stuck their necks out and had something to say at a time that it needed to be said. I wish there was a bit more of that today.

[brucemacmillan]

Still one of my fave bands. Generational rock anthems don't come any better than Born To Be Wild.

[The-Contractor]

Saw them in the 70s. They were real and didn't rely on studio tricks. Terribly under rated, under appreciated, and should be in the R & R Hall of Fame, although, I kind of doubt they ever cared even a little about that alleged distinction.

[JacobBliss-fchx]

Snowblind Friend always hits home. The guy who got me into guitar passed away from Drugs and Alcohol. I’d give anything to hear John Kay play one more time

[jayduke]

Always loved this band. One of my favorite songs was "Ride With Me" which, for some reason, was totally overlooked. Great tune!

[robynanthony]

Magic Carpet Ride is one of my all time favorites!

[MsThebeMoon]

Steppenwolf was beyond cool. Their Live album is killer.

[picllb]

They have always been one of my favorites… I purchased my first Steppenwolf album in 1971 when I was 12 years old… Steppenwolf 2… I loved Magic carpet ride… It’s a shame that they don’t get more accolades… They had some great songs and I always enjoyed John K