“As a kid, I remember discovering Steppenwolf, and I find it hard to believe we’re bringing the Steppenwolf founder and leader, John Kay, into the building. It’s amazing,” said Chuck Miller, board president/chair of the Sorg Opera Revitalization Group.
Steppenwolf formed in the late 1960s in Los Angeles. The band quickly became known for rock ’n’ roll standards such as “Born to Be Wild” and “Magic Carpet Ride.” Other favorites include “Rock Me” and “The Pusher.”
Worldwide, the band has sold more than 25 million albums and its songs remain on classic-rock radio. Steppenwolf’s songs have also been featured in countless movies and television programs.
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HOW TO GO
WHAT: John Kay of Steppenwolf in concert
WHEN: 8:30 p.m. Saturday, May 5
WHERE: Sorg Opera House, 63 S. Main St., Middletown
COST: $30 in advance, reserved seating
TICKETS: www.cincyticket.com
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UPCOMING CONCERTS AT SORG OPERA HOUSE
- The Dayton Jazz Orchestra, 7 p.m. May 1. Tickets will go on sale soon at www.cincyticket.com
- The Monday Night Big Band celebrates the music of Count Basie and Les Brown at 8 p.m. June 16. Tickets will go on sale soon at www.cincyticket.com
- Joe Mullins & the Radio Ramblers at 8 p.m. June 23. Tickets will go on sale soon at www.cincyticket.com.
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