• 1972-1975

  Tim McQueen

  John Brown

  Claude Johnson

  Eddie Schell
• Originally formed in 1971 under the name Triboro Exchange (referencing the three boroughs of New York City - Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan), the group New York City consisted of Tim McQueen (lead singer), John Brown, Claude Johnson and Eddie Schell, all seasoned vocalists with experience in doo-wop ensembles. When they were still known as Triboro Exchange they released a single, "Seven Lonely Nights" backed by "Lil Ole Me."
• Prior to becoming a singer, Johnson had been a jukebox revenue collector.
• Soon after their initial release, they rebranded themselves as New York City. Under the direction of record producer Thom Bell, known for his work in the Philly soul genre, they released two albums and several hit singles.
• Their most successful song was "I'm Doin' Fine Now," released in 1973, which reached #17 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Two other tunes made the Hot 100: "Make Me Twice the Man"(#93) and "Quick, Fast, in a Hurry" (#79).
• Their backing band, the Big Apple Band, included future Chic members Nile Rogers and Bernard Edwards.
• New York City disbanded in 1975 after releasing only two albums. While short-lived, they left their mark on the R&B scene of the early 1970s. Their smooth vocals and Philly soul influences continue to be enjoyed by fans of the genre.

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