Quad City DJ's: Riding the Train to Stardom
Quad City DJ's, a name synonymous with the '90s dance-floor banger C'mon N' Ride It (The Train), is a musical narrative etched in history. Sparking from the vibrant streets of Jacksonville, Florida, the group's ride to stardom is as infectious as their groovy hits.
The formation of Quad City DJ's was preceded by a collective voyage through various sounds and experiments in Hip Hop, EDM, and R&B. The journey began with Jay Ski, and C.C. Lemonhead breaking into the music scene as part of Chill Deal. Soon after, they graced the airwaves with their production for acts like Three Grand and Icey J, who was notable for her track It Takes a Real Man, a response to Rob Base's iconic hit.
Their initial success spurred them on to produce chart-busting tracks like Whoot, There It Is which not only earned triple platinum status but also paved the way to collaborate with artists like Dis-n-Dat and 69 Boyz, leading to the creation of the timeless 'Tootsee Roll'. The mid-'90s saw the birth of Quad City DJ's and with it, the platinum-certified single C'mon N' Ride It (The Train) sampled from Barry White's 1974 song, propelling them to #3 on the Billboard Hot 100.
What followed was the release of their album, Get On Up and Dance, which featured the famous track alongside other catchy tunes like Summer Jam. Not only did the album plant itself at #31 on the Billboard Hot 200, but it also was etched in platinum, reaffirming the group's impact on the music industry.
Adding to their legacy, Quad City DJ's were part of the iconic Space Jam soundtrack, which included their version of the theme song. It dominated the airwaves and even enjoyed a stint on MTV, peaking at #37 on the Hot 100 chart.
For music lovers wanting to indulge in the classic vibes of Quad City DJ's, you can find their timeless tracks on several music streaming platforms, including the TikTok Music App. Jump aboard the music train here!
