Dream (American group)

History

1998–2000: Formation

The group was originally formed in October 1998. Talent scout Debbie Fontaine selected Holly Blake-Arnstein (), Melissa Schuman (), Ashley Poole (), and Alex Chester (), 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. In January 1999, Chester was replaced by Diana Ortiz ().

2000–2001: ''It Was All a Dream''

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. 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. 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.

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. 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

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

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. 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. "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. Bad Boy Records later dropped Dream and they disbanded, though their dissolution was never formally announced.

2003–2012: Post-breakup activities

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

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.

2015–2016: Comeback and "I Believe"

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". On May 29, 2015, Dream announced they would be making a comeback and launched a new Twitter and Facebook page. On December 17, 2015, Dream released a studio recording of "O Holy Night".

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

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.

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

Discography

Studio albums

Compilation albums

Singles

Promotional singles

Awards and nominations

References

References

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.
2. Hiatt, Bryan. (August 13, 2001). "Judge To Dream's Ex-Manager: They Owe You Not". MTV.com.
3. Roberts, David. (2006). "British Hit Singles & Albums". Guinness World Records Limited.
4. {{AllMusic
5. Reid, Shaheem. (July 19, 2001). "Destiny's Child, Eve, Nelly Get The Kids Riled On 'TRL' Tour Opener". [[Viacom (2005–present).
6. Norris, John. (April 3, 2002). "Dream Member Quits To Pursue New Dream: Acting". Viacom.
7. unknown. (May 14, 2003). "P. Diddy Dreams Another Dream". Yahoo! Music.
8. Moss, Corey. (April 25, 2003). "Dream Get 'Krazy' With Loon On New LP Featuring P. Diddy". Viacom.
9. Kaufman, Gil. (April 12, 2006). "Where Ya Been? Dream Wake Up, 'Sex' Burns Marcy Playground". Viacom.
10. "Dream album Reality - en téléchargement sur VirginMega :: Téléchargement de musique en ligne".
11. Schuman, Melissa. (January 28, 2008). "The Official Melissa Schuman Website". News.
12. link. (August 10, 2015 . YouTube (May 11, 2015). Retrieved on 2016-12-09.)
13. link. (August 15, 2021 . YouTube (July 29, 2016). Retrieved on 2016-12-09.)
14. [https://twitter.com/DreamFanGroup/status/604366735857201152 DreamFans on Twitter: "We've heard our fans' cry out for a comeback! It's happening #dreamrevival #dream #helovesunot #dreamunplugged @mtvpop @VH1 @PerezHilton"] {{Webarchive. link. (March 4, 2016 . Twitter.com (May 29, 2015). Retrieved on 2016-12-09.)
15. [https://www.facebook.com/OfficialDreamGirlGroup/posts/1650030681937831 Dream – Listen to Dream's #OHolyNight now!!...] {{Webarchive. link. (August 15, 2021 . Facebook (December 16, 2015). Retrieved on 2016-12-09.)
16. [http://my2ktour.com I know what you're doing this summer] {{Webarchive. link. (December 31, 2018 . MY2K Tour. Retrieved on December 9, 2016.)
17. link. (August 15, 2021 . 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. [https://www.facebook.com/iamashleypoole/videos/10153993600100318/ Ashley Poole – This is for all my beautiful & loyal fans]. Facebook (October 5, 2016). Retrieved on 2016-12-09. {{dead link. (August 2021)
20. link. (August 30, 2014 Gold & Platinum search database)
21. (Dec 30, 2000). "Biography, Music & News".
22. "He Loves U Not".
23. "Dream Chart History (Canadian Digital Songs)".
24. "He Loves U Not". GfK Entertainment.
25. "Discography Dream".
26. "Tipparade-lijst van week 14, 2001". [[Dutch Top 40]].
27. "He Loves U Not".
28. Hung, Steffen. (Mar 22, 2001). "He Loves U Not".
29. (Jan 16, 2024). "Official Singles Chart on 11/3/2001".
30. "Rock on the Net: Billboard Year-End Chart-Toppers: 2001".
31. (August 12, 2001). "2001 Teen Choice Awards". [[Hollywood.com]].
32. (July 31, 2001). "Scott, 3LW, Anderson Lead Lady Soul Noms". [[Prometheus Global Media]].
33. van Horn, Teri. (August 29, 2001). "Aaliyah's Absence Felt At Lady Of Soul Awards". Viacom.
34. [https://web.archive.org/web/20140201212809/http://www.ascap.com/eventsawards/awards/popawards/2002/honorees.aspx Pop Music Awards Honorees] ASCAP Retrieved 15 August 2021
35. "Pop Awards Winners List | Press".