Monster by Steppenwolf, released 13 April 1991, includes the following tracks: "Power Play", "Fag", "From Here To There Eventually" and more.
This version of Monster comes as a 1xCD. -
Released a year after Born to Be Wild and Magic Carpet Ride took off, Monster (1969) rose to #17 on the wings of the Top 40 hits Move Over and the title track. The heavy hitter Power Play became a live Steppenwolf staple, too; this was the last LP recorded by the band's original five members-it's an often overlooked hard-rock gem full of killer guitar and organ!
"Monster" on CD brings one of Steppenwolf's most politically charged and musically adventurous albums back into sharp focus. Originally released at the height of social unrest in the late 1960s, the record combines hard rock power, bluesy grit and thoughtful lyrics that reflect on the American dream, protest movements and personal freedom. Tight guitar work, driving rhythms and John Kay's unmistakable voice create a dense, atmospheric listening experience that goes beyond simple rock anthems and invites you to dive into the zeitgeist of its era. This CD edition offers the album in a convenient, collector-friendly format and is ideal both for long-time fans who want to revisit a classic and for new listeners discovering Steppenwolf's deeper catalogue beyond the big hits. The flow of the album, from expansive, multi-part rock suites to more direct, riff-oriented songs, shows a band experimenting with song structures while never losing their raw, road-tested punch. Bgo, the label behind this release, has built a strong reputation for carefully curated catalog reissues, especially in classic rock, blues and related genres. Known for respecting the original recordings while presenting them in a contemporary, high-quality package, Bgo focuses on preserving important albums that might otherwise be overlooked or hard to find. Buyers can expect a serious archival approach and a product aimed at collectors and discerning music fans rather than mass-market trends. Steppenwolf, formed in the late 1960s, became one of the defining bands of the classic rock era. With their fusion of heavy guitar riffs, blues roots and socially conscious lyrics, they helped shape what would soon be called hard rock. Their international breakthrough came with iconic songs that became anthems of freedom and rebellion and cemented their status on rock radio worldwide. Over the years, Steppenwolf's music has been featured in countless compilations and retrospectives, and their influence can be heard in generations of rock and motorcycle culture. "Monster" captures the band at a creative peak, pushing beyond straightforward hits into deeper, more ambitious territory while retaining the raw energy that made them famous.
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