The last few years have featured some benchmark accomplishments and recognition for Kay. His autobiography, Magic Carpet Ride, was published by Quarry Press in 1994 and in 1996 the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Museum in Cleveland, Ohio, installed a memorabilia display devoted to the group. Before joining Steppenwolf, German emigre John Kay led Sparrow, a Yorkville Village based act. They had been home to Jack London and were his backing band on several of his Canadian hits. With John Kay's growing popularity in Yorkville, it was only a matter of time before he connected with the band in May of 1966.
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