The success of On Imagination as a project is underscored by the outstanding performance of a key content piece created in collaboration with Alvin Ailey and Dawn Richard. This reel became one of Atlantic Records' highest-performing posts on Instagram in 2024, amassing nearly 80,000 plays and generating significant engagement from fans and new listeners alike. This powerful collaboration not only highlighted the synergy between poetry, music, and dance but also demonstrated the public's appetite for innovative, culturally resonant content.

TRACKLIST:

1. “Dare To Dream” (2022) – written by Genesis Briggs
and performed by Genesis Be

2. “She Came Home Blameless” (1971) – written by Maya Angelou
and performed by Roberta Flack and Valerie Simpson

3. “Calling Dreams” (1920) – written by Georgia Douglas Johnson
and performed by Flyana Boss

4. “Songs For The People” (1895) – written by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper
and performed by Lori Lighnoot

5. “On Imagina>on” (1773) – written by Phillis Wheatley
and performed by Danyel Smith

6. “Make My Name” (2023) – written by adrienne maree brown
and performed by Representative Maxine Waters

7. “Douce Souvenance” (1920) – written by Jessie Redmon Fauset
and performed by Ebonie Smith

8. “Double Standard” (1895) – written by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper
and performed by Divinity Roxx

9. “Fantasy” (1927) – written by Gwendolyn Benne_
and performed by Dawn Richard

10. “Moving Toward Home” (1982) – written by June Jordan
and performed by Dr. Angela Y. Davis

11. “On the Death of a Gentlemen” (1773) – written by Phillis Wheatley
and performed by Tarriona “Tank” Ball

12. “I Sit And Sew” (1918) – written by Alice Moore Dunbar-Nelson
and performed by Valerie June

The Fantasy collaboration, featuring Dawn Richard and the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, is a mesmerizing fusion of music, poetry, and movement. This content piece, inspired by On Imagination, showcases Dawn’s ethereal artistry paired with the evocative choreography of Alvin Ailey dancers, creating a visual and auditory experience that captivates audiences. The project bridges contemporary music with timeless storytelling, celebrating the intersection of culture, creativity, and emotion. As one of Atlantic Records' most celebrated reels in 2024, Fantasy highlights the immense potential of blending diverse art forms to connect with audiences in fresh and impactful ways.