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Canadian-American rock group

Steppenwolf was a Canadian-American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1967.^[1][2] The group was founded by singer/rhythm guitarist John Kay, keyboardist Goldy McJohn and drummer Jerry Edmonton, all formerly of the Canadian band the Sparrows.^[5] Guitarist Michael Monarch and bassist Rushton Moreve were recruited via notices placed in Los Angeles-area record and musical instrument stores.

Steppenwolf sold over 25 million records worldwide,^[6] released seven gold albums and one platinum album, and had 13 Billboard Hot 100 singles, of which seven were Top 40hits,^[7] including three top 10 successes: "Born to Be Wild", "Magic Carpet Ride" and "Rock Me".

Steppenwolf enjoyed worldwide success from 1968 to 1972, but clashing personalities led to the end of the core lineup. From 1980 to 2018, John Kay was the only original member involved, having been the lead singer since 1967.

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