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by USCGbeachbrid88 on 7/31/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaJust loved the night. The music, the crowd, and the evening was perfect. @PACIFIC AMPHITHEATER. Please do more concerts! Not just fair times!
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STEPPENWOLF IN CONCERT:
Iconic rockers Steppenwolf created the perfect anthem for rebellious music fans everywhere with their famed track “Born To Be Wild”, which still resonates over five decades later. Whether they're tearing through their legendary material like "Magic Carpet Ride" or shredding out synth and guitar solos, the band packs a serious punch live and still puts on electrifying performances. Steppenwolf produced some of the biggest hits of rock’s golden age, and they’ll continue to get wild with longtime and new fans when they head out for an exciting string of dates.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Steppenwolf was formed in 1967 by members John Kay, Goldy McJohn, and Jerry Edmonton, who all met in Los Angeles and began playing local shows. The band broke into the mainstream with their self-titled album debut which featured the hit "Born To Be Wild", a standout track that peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became a staple of the classic rock era. A number of successful albums and singles followed including "Magic Carpet Ride" and "Rock Me", launching the band to a new level of stardom and and earning them gigs alongside future rock greats like Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, and The Grateful Dead. With over 25 million records sold and 13 acclaimed albums under their belt, Steppenwolf are living legends whose music will be heard for generations to come. Now performing under the name John Kay and Steppenwolf, the band will treat ticket buyers to hit filled sets at a number of thrilling US shows.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 A Lifetime in Rock on Display
by excellenttinman on 7/31/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaJohn Kay and Steppenwolf was a fantastic show. All the classics were included along with a little bit of narration. John Kay is a master of his craft.
Rating: 5 out of 5 John Kay is still great!
by RLRB on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaGrass Roots were fun. We enjoy the songs. John Kay still sounds great. We love Steppenwolf's songs.
Rating: 5 out of 5 No change in John Kay's voice since the 60s.
by Anonymous on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaGreat show overall. The Grass Roots opened with many of their hits. Then after the equipment change and some fine tuning from the roadies, the stage went dark and the wolf howled signaling the arrival of Steppenwolf. A total rock out showcasing the majority of their work. The audience singing along to each song.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa Mesa All I can say is what a Great time & I will go see Stepping Wolf Anytime they are playing....
Rating: 4 out of 5by StPoly on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa Mesa Great concert. Grass Roots did not play long enough. Wished they played longer. Steppenwolf was great. Played a lot of old school rock and roll.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Born to Be WIld
by Mesuzy on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaThe concert was fantastic and brought back sweet memories of bygone days. They sounded great and could really rock. I enjoyed how they ran old picture up on the screen and morphed them with pictures of them live.
Rating: 2 out of 5 OK Overall
by Sneffelsview on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaSteppenwolf - Wish John had played more from the first album, far and away their best. But overall, he did play all the hits, and if you've never seen him, you should. Grass Roots - Please play Let's Live For Today at the right tempo! The way you played it sounded like the Quaaludes had just kicked in, and PLEASE lose that lame guitar solo - you could have played one of the other songs in its place. HOWEVER, on the whole, thanks for keeping this music alive, it's great to be able to still hear it.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Steppenwolf / grass roots rocks!
by Davemwd on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaWho would of thought that fair concerts would be so great! These guys Rock HARD!! It was a very good show and would go again. John Kay said it best- we may look like a bunch of old guys, but we're young men in old bodies!
Rating: 5 out of 5 John Kay&Steppenwolf -The Grass Roots were Amazing
by LuvClassisRock2014 on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaJohn Kay & Steppenwolf were Amazing! Vocals, music were above excellence. Thank you Mr. Kay and Steppenwolf for sharing you gift of song, vocals and music. Love Magic Carpet Ride and of course, Born to Be Wild! The Grass Roots shared great musical talents. Thank you for your music. I would definitely see the show again and again. John Kay & Steppenwolf also had a video/graphics on two larges screens at OC Fair PacificAmphitheater which was fun seeing videos from back in the day - Fun and entertaining videos. Thank you.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Steppenwolf was awesome! Grass Roots a lil slow
by spitzl on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaGreat seats in first row of our section with no one ahead of us; great view of the band, the graphics on both sides of the stage, awesome sound system!
Rating: 5 out of 5 John Kay rocked!
by CassieLu on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaThe Grass Roots were fun, with everyone knowing every song. John Kay & Steppenwolf contrasted with more serious and heavier rock songs. We loved the guitar-work; and the videos and pictures were great. They added much more meaning to the songs, painting a picture of that time. John Kay has a strong voice, and is a thrill to see.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Steppenwolf & Grass Roots
by Hawthorne on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaGrass Roots played a few very familiar hits; but ended after only 30 mins. Steppenwof played mostly unfamiliar rockabilly songs, recognized only the last four hits. All in all, it was an enjoyable event..
Rating: 4 out of 5 Nam Vets Recognized!
by GRent on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaBesides great music, all vets were recognized with a special emphasis on Viet Nam Veterans. I had not seen any group do this before and was very touched. Thank you, John Kay!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Steppenwolf was fantastic!
by Bouldersteve on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaSteppenwolf can still rock like performers half their age. John Kay is 70 now but still can command the stage and put on a compelling performance. Played all their hits including Monster..Magic Carpet Ride..Born to be Wild and The Pusher bringing the the audience their feet cheering. Also there was a great visual display on the screens above the stage showing the band from the sixties and seventies.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Steppenwolf at the 2014 OC Fair
by sbdw on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaWho would have thought that a group from the late 60's would still be able to rock the house? John Kay and Steppenwolf did a GREAT job reminding us why they are legends. I especially liked their rendition of the blues classic, "Hoochie Coochie Man." A shout out to the Grassroots as well... Never let me said that these groups don't have their own swagger.
Rating: 5 out of 5 John Kay and Steppenwolf was AWESOME
by 114Knight on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaWhat a performance. Crowd was into it. Simply an awesome performance. Great tribute to our troops.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great concert !!!
by Roro1313 on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaIt was amazing and extremely enjoyable , fun and uplifting !
Rating: 5 out of 5 Excellant Concert
by SoCalKevin on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaThe Grass Roots sounded great, knew all the songs they sang. The crowd sang along. John Kay and Steppenwolf sounded exactly like they did in 1970 when I saw them. They're a bit older and have more gray hair but their voices and music haven't changed. Not thats one good band! If you get a chance to see them, grab it, you'll rally enjoy their show!
Rating: 4 out of 5 John Kay and Steppenwolf were excellent!
by Turtle62 on 7/30/14The Pacific Amphitheatre - Costa MesaJohn Kay is truly a living legend in the music industry. Even at his age he is still an incredible performer and his voice is fantastic! I love his caring for world causes and his lyrics even today have more meaning than they ever have!