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Disc01
 01."SookieSookie"
02."Everybody'sNextOne"
03."BerryRidesAgain"
04."HootchieKootchieMan"
05."BornToBeWild"
06."YourWall'sTooHigh"
07."Desperation"
08."ThePusher"
09."AGirlIKnew"
10."TakeWhatYouNeed"
11."TheOstrich"
Disc02
01."FasterThanTheSpeedOfLife"
02."TightenUpYourWig"
03."NoneOfYourDoing"
04."SpiritualFantasy"
05."Don'tStepOnTheGrass,Sam"
06."28"
07."MagicCarpetRide"
08."DisappointmentNumber(Unknown)"
09."LostAndFoundByTrialAndError"
10."Hodge,PodgeStrainedThroughALeslie"
11."Resurrection"
12."Reflections"
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 | | Description: | The centrepiece of 'Steppenwolf The Second' is 'Magic Carpet Ride', a Kay/Moreve composition which was released as a single, and is second only to 'Born To Be Wild' as the song most associated with the band by the public. 'Born To Be Wild' was featured heavily in a Ford Cougar advert; this has Dennis Hopper driving the new car as an old man, gazing into the eyes of himself his young alter-ego, riding the chopper from the film 'Easy Rider'. - TWO 1968 ALBUMSThe domestic MCA CDs of Steppenwolf's first two albums offered surprisingly good sound quality for 1960s reissues of the late '80s. That must be testament to the sheer power of the master tapes, which overcame most of the limitations of late-'80s digital audio and the usual timidity of the engineers of that era. The music fairly burned, it's sheer loudness and impact overpowering even on those early CDs. Beat Goes On's reissue of the two albums in a narrow double-CD package does offer improved fidelity (especially on Steppenwolf the Second), but it won't prove quite as big a revelation as one would expect, except for the discriminating listener. The music is mastered at a higher volume, but the MCA discs were done at a pretty high volume as well - the big difference, especially on the second album, is the volume and presence of the rhythm instruments; you can practically hear the action on Jerry Edmonton's drum kit on much of the second album, and Rushton Moreve's bass is far better represented on both discs, all of which makes for a more powerful sound. The break on "Magic Carpet Ride" has sort of had it's impact restored here, despite 38 years of overexposure, and "Faster Than the Speed of Life" makes for an imposing opener. The first album isn't improved as dramatically, though it is good to hear it's blues pieces in their optimum state, and "Born to Be Wild" does have some of that heavy metal thunder. The clarity also presents the group's trademarked distortion in about as sharp relief as anyone is likely to have heard it since the actual recording sessions. The annotation by Sean Egan gives a good account of the group's early history and the more unusual attributes of their music (which, somehow, never earned the respect of the first generation of rock music critics). Perhaps the group was too successful on the charts, and signed to a too shamelessly commercial label (ABC-Dunhill) ever to be taken seriously by those late-'60s rock writers, but as this release showcases, they were a pretty formidable group, given half a chance, and these first two albums sound a lot more engaging and impressive than a lot of other '60s groups' efforts from 1967 and 1968. What's more, between the two albums you get "Born to be Wild," "The Pusher," "Sookie Sookie," and "Magic Carpet Ride," meaning that this package could almost be considered an expanded greatest-hits collection. Beat Goes. 2004.This 2-CD set brings together Steppenwolf's classic debut album "Steppenwolf" and its powerful follow-up "Steppenwolf 2" in one comprehensive edition on compact disc. Both albums capture the essence of late-1960s hard rock, blues-rock and proto-metal, driven by gritty guitar riffs, expressive organ work and intense vocals. From raw, road-tested rockers to more expansive, melodic tracks, this release documents a band at the height of its creative energy, blending rebellious spirit with memorable songwriting and a distinctive, heavy groove. The CD format by SMD BGO ensures solid, durable audio enjoyment with carefully prepared catalogue reissues for collectors and new listeners alike.
Steppenwolf, formed in the late 1960s, became one of the defining bands of the era's heavy rock movement. They are best known for their worldwide hit "Born to Be Wild", a song closely associated with motorcycle culture and the counterculture spirit, as well as for "Magic Carpet Ride", another landmark rock track. Their work helped shape early hard rock and influenced generations of rock and metal bands. On these two albums, you can hear the combination of powerful vocals, driving rhythms and socially aware lyrics that brought Steppenwolf international recognition and lasting influence in rock history.
SMD BGO is known as a specialist label and distributor for high-quality catalogue and reissue titles, with a focus on classic rock, blues and related genres. Their releases often bring important albums back into circulation with careful attention to sound and presentation, making them a trusted partner for fans who value well-curated editions of historically significant recordings. This CD edition of "STEPPENWOLF/STEPPENWOLF 2" reflects that philosophy by presenting two key albums of Steppenwolf's legacy in a convenient and collector-friendly package.
Whether you are rediscovering Steppenwolf's roots or exploring classic rock history for the first time, this double-album CD is an essential piece of late-60s rock, offering a compelling snapshot of a band that helped define the sound and attitude of an entire generation. | | | Producer: |
Gabriel Mekler |
| | No. of tracks: |
23 |
| | Manufacturer No.: |
BGO 450 |
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