In a Dream
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"In a Dream" is a song written and produced by Randy Taylor-Weber of Galaxy Freestyle Records. The song was first created in San Leandro, CA in 1989 in an upstairs studio with a three girl group by the name of First Kiss
. It was a house recording made just for the pure enjoyment of entertainment. In 1994, with advanced recording equipment, Randy Taylor-Weber then re-created a three girl group and calling them "Emotion in Motion". There were various ladies in the group, but on a demo tape that Randy made and promoted to the public, Maria, Claudia and Bernadette's version was the one that stood out. However the group departed and in 1996, Randy re-created the song once more with advanced studio equipment, and came across a new singer by the name of Jossette from Redwood City, CA.
In 1996, Jossette at the time was working at a department store, when one of the Galaxy Freestyle Records employees approached her and asked if she can sing, oddly enough she said yes and then had an audition with Randy Taylor-Weber. They met up and then recorded the smash hit song "In a Dream"
This version got its break on Wild 94.9 (back then Wild 107.7 of San Francisco), when DJ Jose Melendez decided to give the record a chance on radio. Within minutes the phone lines blew up and Jossette was asked to come
back and be on JoJo's Make It or Break It segment. The song then had its Make It or Break It debut with an astounding 95% saying 'make it'. From there the song became the longest running # 1 song at the time on the daily countdown (17 weeks long until No Doubt
's "Don't Speak
" took over the top spot). Several radio stations across the country, mainly on the west coast added "In a Dream" to its Weekly Chart. The song became a staple in the dance freestyle music
industry.
In 1997, Robbins Entertainment
's artist Rockell
, covered the song "In a Dream" and it became an instant smash in markets where Galaxy Freestyle Records hadn't been able to reach (due to not having major record budgets).
As of 2011, Randy Taylor-Weber has been working on new music in light of dance music dominating the radio airwaves once again. He created a new website www.itsgalaxy.com, where all the Galaxy Freestyle Records merchandise is sold including 'In a Dream'. His latest project is called "Take me back to Vegas" which features newcomer 'Mogli'. This project is set for release in the Winter of 2011/2012.
Though "In a Dream" by Rockell was a smash hit, "In a Dream" by Jossette was selected number 48 out of the greatest 100 freestyle songs on the chart. Though "In a Dream" is not played much these days, it still remains remembered by the many fans who still listen to it.
It hit # 1 in markets such as Florida, New York, Nashville, Los Angeles and many more cities. "In a Dream" had cracked the Billboard Hot 100
in 1998. The song feature on many compilations including the hit Now! series.
First Kiss
is the first album of the J-pop singer Aya Matsuura, a Hello! Project solo artist, containing her first four singles. It was released on January 1, 2002 and sold 293,540 copies.- Track listing :All lyrics are written by Tsunku.# – 4:28...
. It was a house recording made just for the pure enjoyment of entertainment. In 1994, with advanced recording equipment, Randy Taylor-Weber then re-created a three girl group and calling them "Emotion in Motion". There were various ladies in the group, but on a demo tape that Randy made and promoted to the public, Maria, Claudia and Bernadette's version was the one that stood out. However the group departed and in 1996, Randy re-created the song once more with advanced studio equipment, and came across a new singer by the name of Jossette from Redwood City, CA.
In 1996, Jossette at the time was working at a department store, when one of the Galaxy Freestyle Records employees approached her and asked if she can sing, oddly enough she said yes and then had an audition with Randy Taylor-Weber. They met up and then recorded the smash hit song "In a Dream"
This version got its break on Wild 94.9 (back then Wild 107.7 of San Francisco), when DJ Jose Melendez decided to give the record a chance on radio. Within minutes the phone lines blew up and Jossette was asked to come
back and be on JoJo's Make It or Break It segment. The song then had its Make It or Break It debut with an astounding 95% saying 'make it'. From there the song became the longest running # 1 song at the time on the daily countdown (17 weeks long until No Doubt
No Doubt
No Doubt is an American rock band from Anaheim, California that formed in 1986. The ska-pop sound of their first album No Doubt , failed to make an impact...
's "Don't Speak
Don't Speak
"Don't Speak" is a song by the American rock band No Doubt. It was released in 1996 as the third single from the band's third studio album, Tragic Kingdom...
" took over the top spot). Several radio stations across the country, mainly on the west coast added "In a Dream" to its Weekly Chart. The song became a staple in the dance freestyle music
Freestyle music
Freestyle or Latin freestyle, sometimes referred to as Latin hip hop, is a form of electronic dance music that emerged in the early 1980s. Mostly popular during the mid 80s to the early 90s...
industry.
In 1997, Robbins Entertainment
Robbins Entertainment
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's artist Rockell
Rockell
Rachel Alexandra Mercaldo , better known as Rockell, is an American Freestyle music, Club/Dance, Hi-NRG and Pop singer-songwriter.-Music career:...
, covered the song "In a Dream" and it became an instant smash in markets where Galaxy Freestyle Records hadn't been able to reach (due to not having major record budgets).
As of 2011, Randy Taylor-Weber has been working on new music in light of dance music dominating the radio airwaves once again. He created a new website www.itsgalaxy.com, where all the Galaxy Freestyle Records merchandise is sold including 'In a Dream'. His latest project is called "Take me back to Vegas" which features newcomer 'Mogli'. This project is set for release in the Winter of 2011/2012.
Charts
It reached Number 1 in over 25 states within 2 years from 1997-1998 and continues to be a classic freestyle dance song to this day.Though "In a Dream" by Rockell was a smash hit, "In a Dream" by Jossette was selected number 48 out of the greatest 100 freestyle songs on the chart. Though "In a Dream" is not played much these days, it still remains remembered by the many fans who still listen to it.
Rockell version
"In a Dream" is the third single from Rockell's first album, What Are You Lookin' At? (1998), and third released single in total. There was no video made for this single.It hit # 1 in markets such as Florida, New York, Nashville, Los Angeles and many more cities. "In a Dream" had cracked the Billboard Hot 100
Billboard Hot 100
The Billboard Hot 100 is the United States music industry standard singles popularity chart issued weekly by Billboard magazine. Chart rankings are based on radio play and sales; the tracking-week for sales begins on Monday and ends on Sunday, while the radio play tracking-week runs from Wednesday...
in 1998. The song feature on many compilations including the hit Now! series.
Track listing
US CD SingleCharts
| Chart | Peak Position |
|---|---|
| Canadian Singles Chart Canadian Singles Chart The Canadian Singles Chart is currently compiled by the U.S.-based music sales tracking company, Nielsen SoundScan . The chart is compiled every Wednesday, and is published by Jam! Canoe on Thursdays.... |
4 |
| U.S. Hot Dance Music/Maxi-Singles Sales | 13 |
| U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Billboard Hot 100 The Billboard Hot 100 is the United States music industry standard singles popularity chart issued weekly by Billboard magazine. Chart rankings are based on radio play and sales; the tracking-week for sales begins on Monday and ends on Sunday, while the radio play tracking-week runs from Wednesday... |
72 |