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Formed in 1972, New York City was an R&B and soul vocal group founded by former doo wop singers Tim McQueen, John Brown (The Five Satins, The Cadillacs, The Moonglows), Eddie Schell, and Claude Johnson (The Genies, Don & Juan). Originally calling themselves Tri-Boro Exchange, they changed their name to New York City and released their debut album, I’m Doin’ Fine Now, in 1973. Produced by soft pop icon Wes Farrell and future Philly Soul legend Thom Bell, the album featured the title track, which was a Top 40 hit in the US, Canada, and the UK. During their tour for the album, they were backed by the Big Apple Band which featured Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards, who would go on to form Chic. New York City released their Thom Bell-produced sophomore album, Soulful Road, in 1974. “Happiness Is” was a Top 20 R&B hit but the group split up after the release of the album. In 1976, their label released the compilation album The Best of New York City.
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