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Dream (American group)

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Dream was an American girl group from Los Angeles, California. After a successful audition, the group signed with rapper Puff Daddy's Bad Boy Records label to release their debut studio album It Was All a Dream (2001), which peaked at number six on the Billboard 200. The album was preceded by the single "He Loves U Not" which peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100. Following conflicts with their label, their second studio album Reality (2003) did not see a widespread release and the group disbanded. Dream briefly reunited in 2015 and independently released the single "I Believe" the following year before disbanding once more.[1]

Dream
Dream performing on the My2K Tour in 2016.
Dream performing on the My2K Tour in 2016.
Background information
OriginLos Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres
Years active
  • 1998–2003
  • 2015–2016
Labels
Past members
  • Holly Blake-Arnstein
  • Diana Ortiz
  • Ashley Poole
  • Melissa Schuman
  • Kasey Sheridan
  • Alex Chester

History

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1998–2000: Formation

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The group was originally formed in October 1998. Talent scout Debbie Fontaine selected Holly Blake-Arnstein (13), Melissa Schuman (14), Ashley Poole (13), and Alex Chester (13), four teens from California, to comprise a girl group called First Warning, which was later changed to Dream.

The group auditioned for Sean Combs and were subsequently signed to Bad Boy Records. Following this, the group stopped working with Fontaine, who later sued Combs and Blake-Arnstein, Schuman, and Poole, but lost her court case.[2] In January 2000, Chester was replaced by Diana Ortiz (13).

2000–2001: It Was All a Dream

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Dream released their debut single "He Loves U Not" in 2000. "He Loves U Not" peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, and number 17 on the UK Singles Chart.[3] The video for the single peaked at number 2 on MTV's TRL. Their debut album It Was All a Dream was released on January 23, 2001. The second single from the album, "This Is Me", was not as successful, but the music video hit number 1 on TRL. An alternate song with the same name but different lyrics and production, titled "This Is Me (Remix)" was also released featuring rapper Kain and Sean Combs, and was later included on the compilation Totally Hits 2001.[4] Bad Boy Records had planned to release more singles from It Was All a Dream, but these releases were later canceled. According to Blake-Arnstein, this was partly due to the impact of the September 11 terrorist attacks in 2001.[5]

To promote It Was All a Dream, Dream participated in the 2001 TRL tour, and opened for Destiny's Child, Eve, NSYNC (No Strings Attached Tour) and Nelly.[6] They were featured in a segment of MTV Cribs. Play Along Toys released dolls of the group in 2001. Dream made various appearances on television shows, including TRL, The Rosie O'Donnell Show, The Early Show, Live with Regis and Kelly, and Good Morning America.

2002–2003: Lineup change and disbandment

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In April 2002, Melissa Schuman left the group to pursue an acting career.[7] A lengthy search conducted by Sean Combs and the three remaining members led to Kasey Sheridan (15) joining the group in Fall 2002.[8]

Dream spent the subsequent months recording new songs for their second album. In the summer of 2003, the group released the single "Crazy" featuring rapper Loon which coincided with a sexier image.[5][9] Blake-Arnstein later noted that the sexier, more mature image pushed upon the group by Combs and their management was not a welcome change, and that she and the other members were no longer enjoying the experience.[5] "Crazy" peaked at #39 on the Billboard Mainstream Top 40. Dream's album Reality was completed and was scheduled to be released in Fall 2003, but its release was repeatedly postponed by their label. The album did not see a wide release and was only released for digital download from the French Virgin Megastore website.[10] Bad Boy Records later dropped Dream and they disbanded, though their dissolution was never formally announced.

2003–2012: Post-breakup activities

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Ashley Poole and Melissa Schuman pursued solo singing careers, and Holly Blake-Arnstein joined the California-based band Whirl Magnet.[5]

On May 9, 2008, Clockwork Entertainment released two compilation albums titled Daddy's Little Girl and Dream Never Land. These albums feature demo songs recorded before their debut and include early member Alex Chester. Subsequently, Reality also became available for purchase on iTunes on May 13, 2008. A third compilation, Dream Back To You, was released in 2009.

Around this tine, Clockwork Entertainment attempted to rebuild Dream with completely new members. The newly revived lineup consisted of Jordan McCoy, Danielle Keaton, Lindsay Taylor and Imaj Thomas. This new iteration of Dream was given a soft launch via the official YouTube channel but would fail to make a proper debut following the departure of several members.

Meanwhile, members Melissa Schuman, Ashley Poole, and Diana Ortiz started a new group under the name Lady Phoenix. A reality show documenting their search for new members was in the works, but was not picked up by any networks, and the group disbanded in 2012.[11]

2015–2016: Comeback and "I Believe"

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Dream performing in 2016

On May 11, 2015, the original members of Dream posted a video online performing a cappella version of their 2000 single "He Loves U Not".[12][13] On May 29, 2015, Dream announced they would be making a comeback and launched a new Twitter and Facebook page.[14] On December 17, 2015, Dream released a studio recording of "O Holy Night".[15]

On August 2, 2016, Dream released their first single together in 13 years, titled "I Believe".[16][17]

In 2016, Dream opened for 98 Degrees on the My2K Tour. They also performed at the 2016 Mixtape Festival on August 6 with New Kids On The Block headlining. On August 25, 2016, former member Kasey Sheridan joined Dream on stage to perform "Crazy" at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California.[18]

On October 5, 2016, Ashley Poole announced that Dream had once again disbanded.[19]

Discography

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Studio albums

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List of studio albums, with selected chart positions, sales figures, and certifications
Title Album details Peak position Sales Certifications
US
It Was All a Dream 6
Reality
  • Released: 2003
  • Label: Bad Boy Records
  • Formats: Digital download
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Compilation albums

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Title Album details
Dream Never Land
  • Released: 2008
  • Label: Clockwork Entertainment
  • Formats: Digital download
Daddy's Little Girl
  • Released: 2008
  • Label: Clockwork Entertainment
  • Formats: Digital download
Dream Back to You
  • Released: 2009
  • Label: Clockwork Entertainment
  • Formats: Digital download

Singles

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Year Single Peak chart positions Certifications
(sales thresholds) 		Album
US
[21] 		US
Pop
[21] 		AUS
[22] 		CAN
[23] 		GER
[24] 		IRE
[25] 		NED
[26] 		NZ
[27] 		SWE
[28] 		UK
[29]
2000 "He Loves U Not" 2 3 30 12 91 40 40 6 26 17
  • US: Gold
 It Was All a Dream
2001 "This Is Me" 39 13 — — — — — 47 — — —
2003 "Crazy" — 39 — — — — — — — — — Reality
2016 "I Believe" — — — — — — — — — — — Non-album single
"—" denotes releases that failed to chart or not released in that country.

Promotional singles

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Year Single Album
2001 "In My Dreams" It Was All a Dream
"I Don't Like Anyone"
2003 "That's OK" (featuring Fabolous) Reality

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Category Work Result Ref.
2001 Billboard Music Awards Top New Artist Themselves Nominated [30]
Teen Choice Awards Choice Music: Breakout Artist Nominated [31]
Choice Music: Pop Group Nominated
Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards Best R&B/Soul Album of the Year, Group, Band or Duo It Was All a Dream Nominated [32][33]
Best R&B/Soul or Rap New Artist, Group, Band or Duo "He Loves U Not" Nominated
2002 ASCAP Pop Music Awards Most Performed Song Won [34]
BMI Pop Awards Award-Winning Song Won [35]

References

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  1. ^ Horowitz, Steven J. (January 23, 2016). "'This Was Not a Danity Kane Situation': Dream on Working With Puffy and on Their Debut Album, 15 Years Later". Complex. Retrieved June 17, 2024.
  2. ^ Hiatt, Bryan (August 13, 2001). "Judge To Dream's Ex-Manager: They Owe You Not". MTV.com. Archived from the original on September 30, 2007. Retrieved July 18, 2006.
  3. ^ Roberts, David (2006). British Hit Singles & Albums (19th ed.). London: Guinness World Records Limited. p. 168. ISBN 1-904994-10-5.
  4. ^ Totally Hits 2001 at AllMusic. accessed February 9, 2010
  5. ^ a b c d Kaufman, Gil (April 12, 2006). "Where Ya Been? Dream Wake Up, 'Sex' Burns Marcy Playground". MTV. Viacom. Archived from the original on October 1, 2007. Retrieved July 18, 2006.
  6. ^ Reid, Shaheem (July 19, 2001). "Destiny's Child, Eve, Nelly Get The Kids Riled On 'TRL' Tour Opener". MTV News. Viacom. Archived from the original on August 15, 2021. Retrieved July 8, 2015.
  7. ^ Norris, John (April 3, 2002). "Dream Member Quits To Pursue New Dream: Acting". MTV. Viacom. Archived from the original on October 29, 2007. Retrieved July 18, 2006.
  8. ^ unknown (May 14, 2003). "P. Diddy Dreams Another Dream". Yahoo! Music. Archived from the original on July 21, 2007. Retrieved July 18, 2006.
  9. ^ Moss, Corey (April 25, 2003). "Dream Get 'Krazy' With Loon On New LP Featuring P. Diddy". MTV News. Viacom. Archived from the original on August 15, 2021. Retrieved February 9, 2010.
  10. ^ "Dream album Reality - en téléchargement sur VirginMega :: Téléchargement de musique en ligne". www.virginmega.fr. Archived from the original on July 21, 2012. Retrieved August 9, 2022.
  11. ^ Schuman, Melissa (January 28, 2008). "The Official Melissa Schuman Website". News. Archived from the original on March 16, 2008. Retrieved March 5, 2008. After a failed attempt to get DREAM back together within the last few months, Ashley Poole and I are searching for new talent to start fresh with a new group, new sound, and new friendships. We are also looking forward to an upcoming reality show which will follow us on this new journey together. Since this will be a new group, we need a new name, so we would love to hear anybody's thoughts on what we should call our band.
  12. ^ Dream-He Loves U Not LIVE 2015 unfiltered Archived August 10, 2015, at the Wayback Machine. YouTube (May 11, 2015). Retrieved on 2016-12-09.
  13. ^ Dream-This is Me LIVE 2015 Archived August 15, 2021, at the Wayback Machine. YouTube (July 29, 2016). Retrieved on 2016-12-09.
  14. ^ DreamFans on Twitter: "We've heard our fans' cry out for a comeback! It's happening #dreamrevival #dream #helovesunot #dreamunplugged @mtvpop @VH1 @PerezHilton" Archived March 4, 2016, at the Wayback Machine. Twitter.com (May 29, 2015). Retrieved on 2016-12-09.
  15. ^ Dream – Listen to Dream's #OHolyNight now!!... Archived August 15, 2021, at the Wayback Machine. Facebook (December 16, 2015). Retrieved on 2016-12-09.
  16. ^ I know what you're doing this summer Archived December 31, 2018, at the Wayback Machine. MY2K Tour. Retrieved on December 9, 2016.
  17. ^ Dream – Surprise! We're coming to a city near you this... Archived August 15, 2021, at the Wayback Machine. Facebook (April 25, 2016). Retrieved on 2016-12-09.
  18. ^ "DREAM on Instagram: "We live in a day and an age where #women are taught to compete and compare themselves to other women. We defy that message and #believe in the power that happens when women support one another. Thank you @lularoekaseyrussell for joining us on stage for this special homecoming at @mstheater on the #my2ktour you are fearless, strong, talented, beautiful and we love you ❤️ Love @melissaaschuman @hollybollybee @iamashleypoole @lovely_ladyd ........Repost.....a time to be alive. Never thought the day I would witness @dreamgirlgroup reuniting but also inviting Dream 2.0 member Kasey Sheridan on stage to sing the Top 40 smash #Krazy alongside @melissaaschuman. The absolute highlight of the evening. A truly unexpected surprise. For any #Dream fan, tonight was #reality. Thank you for an unforgettable show! #IBelieve 🤗 #my2ktour"".
  19. ^ Ashley Poole – This is for all my beautiful & loyal fans. Facebook (October 5, 2016). Retrieved on 2016-12-09. [dead link]
  20. ^ a b RIAA.com Archived August 30, 2014, at the Wayback Machine Gold & Platinum search database
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  23. ^ "Dream Chart History (Canadian Digital Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved November 30, 2018.
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  25. ^ "Discography Dream". irishcharts.com. Retrieved January 16, 2024.
  26. ^ "Tipparade-lijst van week 14, 2001". Dutch Top 40. Retrieved March 12, 2022.
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  28. ^ Hung, Steffen (March 22, 2001). "He Loves U Not". swedishcharts.com. Retrieved January 16, 2024.
  29. ^ "Official Singles Chart on 11/3/2001". Official Charts. January 16, 2024. Retrieved January 16, 2024.
  30. ^ "Rock on the Net: Billboard Year-End Chart-Toppers: 2001". Archived from the original on August 3, 2020. Retrieved April 27, 2020.
  31. ^ "2001 Teen Choice Awards". Hollywood.com. August 12, 2001. Archived from the original on June 26, 2015. Retrieved July 8, 2015.
  32. ^ "Scott, 3LW, Anderson Lead Lady Soul Noms". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. July 31, 2001. Archived from the original on June 30, 2015. Retrieved July 8, 2015.
  33. ^ van Horn, Teri (August 29, 2001). "Aaliyah's Absence Felt At Lady Of Soul Awards". MTV. Viacom. Archived from the original on August 2, 2015. Retrieved July 8, 2015.
  34. ^ Pop Music Awards Honorees ASCAP Retrieved 15 August 2021
  35. ^ "Pop Awards Winners List | Press". Archived from the original on August 6, 2020. Retrieved May 7, 2020.

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