Ep 23: John Kay & Steppenwolf (Retrospective)

Ep 23: John Kay & Steppenwolf (Retrospective)

Author: playthatpodcast May 20, 2021 Duration: 1:27:14
Get your motor runnin'... for John Kay and Steppenwolf, in our longest (and most epic) episode yet! In this episode, I discuss the band behind iconic '60s hits "Born to Be Wild" and "Magic Carpet Ride", and all the incredible (but often overlooked!) music that came after them. John Kay led Steppenwolf through a 50 year recording/touring career that included all sorts of ups and downs - a truly remarkable story. Plus, LOTS of great music in this one!  Follow us on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/playthatpodcast​​ Find us on facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/playthatpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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