Steppenwolf
Canadian-American rock group
👥 Personnel & Lineage (7)
Tap any band to hopJohn Kay
Ron Hurst
Michael Wilk
Larry Byrom
Danny Johnson
Gary Link
Goldy McJohn
📜 Archival Liner Notes & Thank-Yous
Physical Vinyl Inserts★ Thanked by Steppenwolf (0)
Peer Inscriptions✦ Peers Who Thanked Steppenwolf (0)
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The Historical Lineage of Steppenwolf
Steppenwolf emerged out of Toronto, United States starting in 1967, contributing distinctive energy to the heavy metal music and hard rock landscape. Anchored by personnel including John Kay, Ron Hurst, Michael Wilk, Larry Byrom,
Archival Entry Points & Significance
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