Train

Train is a multi-Grammy Award-winning, Diamond-selling American pop-rock band fronted by charismatic lead singer and principal songwriter Pat Monahan. Formed in San Francisco, California, in 1993, the group has established itself as one of the most commercially successful and enduring live acts in modern American music. With over 10 million albums and 30 million tracks sold worldwide, Train’s discography boasts 14 Billboard Hot 100 hits, 13 Billboard 200 albums, and multiple RIAA Diamond-certified singles. Celebrated for their signature blend of infectious melodies, uplifting lyricism, and soaring vocal hooks, Train is a premier headlining attraction for corporate galas, private events, major festivals, and global venue bookings.

Early Life & Breakout

Train’s origins trace back to the San Francisco Bay Area in 1993, when Pat Monahan paired with guitarist Rob Hotchkiss following Monahan’s move from Pennsylvania. The duo quickly expanded into a full five-piece band, honing a sound that married roots-rock authenticity with radio-ready pop sensibilities. Through years of relentless West Coast touring, the group cultivated a dedicated regional following, leading to the independent production of their 1998 self-titled debut album, Train.

After Columbia Records picked up the record, the tumbling wordplay of the breakout single "Meet Virginia" propelled the band onto the national stage. The song became a Top 20 Billboard Hot 100 hit, driving their debut album to RIAA Platinum certification and establishing Train as an emerging powerhouse in mainstream adult alternative rock.

Career Highlights & Accomplishments

Train achieved international superstar status with the release of their double-platinum second album, Drops of Jupiter (2001). The career-defining title track spent ten months in the Billboard Top 40, earned two Grammy Awards—including Best Rock Song—and went on to achieve rare RIAA Diamond status, recognized by Rolling Stone as one of the greatest songs of the 21st century. The band maintained their momentum with 2003’s My Private Nation, yielding the Grammy-nominated hit "Calling All Angels."

In 2009, Train released the multi-platinum album Save Me, San Francisco, featuring the monumental single "Hey, Soul Sister." The song became the best-selling digital track of 2010, captured the Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals, and achieved RIAA Diamond status with over 11 million certified sales in the U.S. alone. Over the following decade, Train continued their streak of chart-topping radio anthems, including the 5x Platinum hit "Drive By," the romantic favorite "Marry Me," "50 Ways to Say Goodbye," and "Angel in Blue Jeans."

Across three decades, Train has accumulated three Grammy Awards, two Billboard Music Awards, and dozens of international Gold and Platinum accreditations, cementing their status as global radio mainstays.

Current Endeavors & Legacy

Train remains a dominant force on the global touring circuit. Marking a quarter-century of their landmark sound, the band launched their major Drops of Jupiter: 25 Years in the Atmosphere 2026 North American summer headline tour alongside special guests Barenaked Ladies and Matt Nathanson. To celebrate this milestone, the band expanded their lineup to include acclaimed singer-songwriter and producer Butch Walker, while debuting new anniversary recordings.

Beyond the stage, frontman Pat Monahan has built successful commercial and philanthropic ventures. His award-winning wine portfolio, Save Me, San Francisco Wine Co., has sold over 10 million bottles, with proceeds directly supporting Family House SF, a non-profit providing free housing to families of seriously ill children receiving hospital care. The band also hosts their annual Sail Across the Sun Cruise, a premier music festival at sea.

For corporate event planners, brand buyers, and talent bookers, Train provides an elite, family-friendly headlining performance, offering a catalog of instantly recognizable hits that transcend generational boundaries.