Steppenwolf – 16 Greatest Hits (Pre-Owned Vinyl) MCA Records 1973

Product Description

Turn up the volume and experience the legendary sound of Steppenwolf with 16 Greatest Hits, an essential collection from one of the most influential hard rock bands of the late 1960s and early 1970s. Originally released in 1973, this powerhouse compilation brings together 16 unforgettable recordings, including the iconic motorcycle anthem "Born to Be Wild," the psychedelic rock classic "Magic Carpet Ride," and fan favorites "The Pusher," "Rock Me," "Move Over," "Hey Lawdy Mama," and "Sookie Sookie." Featuring John Kay's unmistakable gritty vocals, driving guitar riffs, and the raw energy that helped define early hard rock, this album captures the rebellious spirit of an entire generation.

This MCA Records vinyl reissue delivers Steppenwolf's greatest recordings in one outstanding collection, spanning the band's groundbreaking late-1960s and early-1970s catalog. From the explosive opening of "Born to Be Wild," immortalized in the classic film Easy Rider, to the hypnotic groove of "Magic Carpet Ride" and the socially conscious intensity of "Monster," the album showcases the band's remarkable ability to combine blues, psychedelic rock, and hard-hitting rock and roll. Featuring the talents of John Kay and the musicians who helped establish Steppenwolf as pioneers of heavy rock, 16 Greatest Hits is an essential addition to any classic rock, hard rock, psychedelic rock, or vintage vinyl collection.

Key Collector Details

• MCA Records – Vinyl LP

• Catalog Number: MCA-1599

• Originally Released: 1973 on Dunhill Records

• MCA Records Reissue

• 12-inch Vinyl LP, 33⅓ RPM, Stereo

• Features 16 classic Steppenwolf recordings

• Includes "Born to Be Wild," "Magic Carpet Ride," "The Pusher," "Rock Me," and "Move Over"

• Features the unmistakable vocals of John Kay

• Includes material from Steppenwolf's influential 1968–1971 recordings

• Classic compilation showcasing the band's pioneering hard rock and psychedelic sound

• U.S. MCA pressing, distinct from the original Dunhill release

Track Listing

Side A

1. Born to Be Wild – 3:28

2. It's Never Too Late – 2:49

3. Rock Me – 3:39

4. Hey Lawdy Mama – 2:54

5. Move Over – 2:53

6. Who Needs Ya – 2:57

7. Snowblind Friend – 3:52

8. Ride with Me – 3:22

Side B

1. Magic Carpet Ride – 3:01

2. The Pusher – 5:48

3. Sookie Sookie – 3:12

4. Jupiter's Child – 3:22

5. Screaming Night Hog – 3:16

6. For Ladies Only – 3:38

7. Tenderness – 3:10

8. Monster – 4:02