John's illustrious career began with a stint as the President of Requestline Records, a prominent music label based in Clifton, New Jersey. Under his leadership, the company boasted its own state-of-the-art recording studio, which played a pivotal role in nurturing the growth of numerous independent record labels specializing in the genres of dance, house, and Latin Hip-hop.
As part of its multifaceted operations, Requestline also founded and owned JJs Distribution, a global powerhouse that dominated the market as one of the largest distributors of 12-inch singles during the early 1990s.
John's impressive production credits span an impressive fifty 12-inch singles, which he crafted during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Many of these releases have stood the test of time, remaining beloved by contemporary DJs and collecting dust on various online marketplaces, including Discogs, where original copies can still be found for sale.