Dennis Edmonton (born Dennis Eugene McCrohan; 21 April 1943), also known by the stage name Mars Bonfire, is a Canadian rock musician and songwriter, best known for writing the hit song "Born to Be Wild" for Steppenwolf.
[1][2] Born Dennis Eugene McCrohan, his brother Jerry and he changed their surnames to "Edmonton" in the early 1960s.
Bonfire embarked on a solo career, while his brother Jerry became the drummer for Steppenwolf.
[4] He was noted by the Los Angeles Times for his "affability and flexibility" as a hike leader.
[5] Songs by Mars Bonfire that were recorded by Steppenwolf include: Albums: