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Cameron Music Group

Music Production and Marketing and Promotions Management Solutions

About Me


Cameron Music Group is a progressive music company operating out of Chicago with an international scope that focuses on directing independent music artists and recording companies to create markets and generate revenue for themselves. With the downsizing of major labels and the marriage between music and cutting edge technology, there’s no greater time for independent artists to lucratively benefit from the music industry. Cameron Music Group is a full service independent artist resource center offering services for artists and independent recorded music companies with an emphasis on internet-based and digital media.

Meleneal Cameron, proprietor, has been described as one of the smartest managers in Chicago and an honest, classy and professional executive by many of her industry peers. Her philosophy is “Success is a team sport and no one can make it to the top alone – we are built for interdependence not independence.” With this understanding she established Cameron Music Group in and effort to assist and educate independents along every step of their career. CMG work-for-hire services include artist development, consulting, music production and marketing and promotions management solutions. Often clients will ask up front, what do you do and what’s the cost? Although CMG fees are "independent artist friendly", nothing is set in stone, creativity is the key. It depends on where you are and what components you need to meet your goals from that point forward.

Although her efforts are concentrated in working with the independents, she has also assisted major status artists such as Jamie Jones, formerly with All For One, Chris Brown and B5. She is a member of NABFEME, the National Association of Black Female Executives in Music and Entertainment, NARAS, the National of Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences the CMC, the Chicago Music Commission and the Interactive Marketing Association of Chicago.

"Empowering Indies to
Take Control of Their Music"

Reasons


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THE INDIE MOVEMENT

CMG Music Industry Contacts First Edition

Including major and indie contact info for:
Retailers, Distributors, Radio Stations, DJ Pools, Music Clubs, Venues, Promoters, Contests, Managers, Publicists, Booking Agents, Lawyers, Producers, Songwriters, CD Duplication, Videographers, Dancers, Models, Photographers - If you are interested in being listed in this directory, please EMAIL ME me and submit your FULL contact info so that you can be reached by those seeking your services.

WE OFFER ONE FLAT RATE FOR STUDIO TIME AND PRODUCTION, MAJOR INDUSTRY QUALITY, INCLUDING MUSIC PRODUCTION, RECORDING AND FINAL MIX - ALL FOR ONE FLAT RATE!! CONTACT US

Myspace Backgrounds


Jabon Music Production's - Stepper's Set | Hyde Park, , , 107.5 WGCI
http://wgci.zipscene.com/events/view/353991
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Bubble Gum Song
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQHGYGyHjjU

Minister Lamar Porter's daughters showcase their debut Song "Bubble Gum"

My Interests



Music, reading, computer/internet technology, cooking

WHAT IS THE INDIE ABOUT?

MUSIC MARKETING


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I'd like to meet:


My first inspiration is my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. My fight is to be more like him everyday. I'm inspired by others as well. People who consistently obtain and apply their knowledge, who strive towards establishing an understanding in their heart and as a result reap the rewards of Wisdom. People like:

MAYA ANGELO

SMITHS WIGGLESWORTH

ANDREW CARNEGIE

OPRAH WINFEY

CATHERINE HUGHES

And all Myspace people who share the same vision for it is written:

Through wisdom a house is built; by understanding it is established; by knowledge the rooms are filled with all rare and beautiful treasure. A wise man has great power; and a knowledgeable man increases strength;

Proverbs 24:3-5


TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF - The Survey
Name: Meleneal
Birthday: August 8th
Birthplace: On Earth
Current Location: Myspace
Eye Color: Beautiful Brown
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Height: 5 feet
Right Handed or Left handed: Right
Your Heritage: The "Keep It Real" West Side of Chicago
The Shoes You Wore Today: Usually High Heels, I aim for Spiked even betta
Your Weakness: People, Places, Things Pleasing to the Eyes oh! and gadgets
Your Fears: That I get to busy to hear from God
Your Perfect Pizza: Alfredo Sausage and Cheese
Goal You Would Like To Achieve This Year: Take CMG to next level and start on my novel
Overused phrase on instant messenger: I don't instant message - ger
Thoughts First Waking Up: Praise God, He's an Awesome God!!
Your Best Physical Feature: The best one? I'm fearfully and wonderfully made so I have quite a few
Your Bedtime: Varies
Your Most Missed Memory: When my children were babies and I just spent all day loving on em
Pepsi or Coke: No pop please
MacDonalds or Burger King: Burger King
Single or Group Dates: Single preferably, but starting out - group dates - u know, birds of a feather...but beware, there are those who use "Token friends" to camouflage the real them.
Lipton Ice Tea or Nestea: Nestea
Chocolate or Vanilla: Chocolate! Chocolate! Chocolate!
Cappuccino or Coffee: Next choice please
Do you Smoke: no
Do you Swear: no
Do you Sing: yes
Do you Shower Daily: YES
Have you Been in Love: Yes
Do you want to go to College: already been
Do you want to get Married: I'm married to peace and joy
Do you believe in yourself: Of course! I'm on Jesus' Team!! I can do all things......
Do you get Motion Sickness: yes
Do you think you are Attractive: Yes, I think so - spiritually as well as physically
Are you a Health Freak: Growing toward that
Do you get along with your Parents: Both are my best friends - I'm blessed!!
Do you like Thunderstorms: Looking out from a big picture window they can be passionate
Do you play an Instrument: hey - is Protools an instrument?
In the past month have you Drank Alcohol: no
In the past month have you Smoked: no
In the past month have you been on Drugs: NO
In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos: uhh - almost
In the past month have you eaten Sushi: Yep, about once a month
In the past month have you been on Stage: no
In the past month have you been Dumped: no one gets dumped, the wrong person just leaves your life
In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping: no
In the past month have you Stolen Anything: I may have stolen some suga once or twice
Ever been Drunk: Yes, back in college
Ever been called a Tease: Well, see what happened was.........
Ever been Beaten up: No, although the enemy attempts to attack, I just remind him that him that no weapon formed against me shall propser, he's defeated and as a matter of fact he is under my feet!! I have been given all power and authority to tread over the serpent and the enemy and NOTHING BY ANY MEANS shall harm me! So Step Off - In Jesus Mighty name!
Ever Shoplifted: No
How do you want to Die: Grateful
What do you want to be when you grow up: A giver on a major scale
What country would you most like to visit: Every Place in South America
OKAY MEL, IN A MAN...
Whatcha Like: The Lamar Type: Muscle Man, Muscle Heart and Muscle Spirit
Favorite Eye Color: Deep
Favorite Hair Color: The best color for that person
Short or Long Hair: The best look for that person
Height: Tall
Weight: Proportionate
Best Clothing Style: Best style for that personality
Number of drugs I have taken: Please don't do drugs - that's not nice
Number of CDs you own: Thousands and Thousands
Number of piercings: standard ear piecing
Number of tattoos: Just a few tastefully and strategically placed
Last question... Are you the real Ms. CMG?: The One and Only!

CREATE YOUR OWN! - or - GET PAID TO TAKE SURVEYS!

Music:





SOME OF THE MUSIC
THAT INSPIRES ME:

SANTANA

LEO GANDELMAN

VICTOR WOOTEN

ZERO 7

FILA BRAZILIA

MARVIN GAYE

ETRO ANIME

SERGIO MENDEZ

BEBEL GILBERTO

CRANBERRIES

ANTONIO CARLOS JOBIM

My Blog

Check out this event: Wine Chocolate and Jabon

Hosted By: Meleneal CameronWhen: Friday Jun 13, 2008 at 6:00 PMWhere: Jackson park Inner Harbor6401 S. RichardsChicago, IL 60649United StatesDescription:Meleneal Cameron Click Here To View Event...
Posted by Cameron Music Group on Tue, 10 Jun 2008 01:06:00 PST

No Really, Whats the Secret to Music Industry Success?

Read my Blog, http://cameronmusicgroup.blogspot.com/ and leave a comment Abundant Peace, Blessings and Proverbs 4:5-7  (Get Wisdom)...
Posted by Cameron Music Group on Mon, 31 Mar 2008 08:18:00 PST

Perform Live with Jabon

Nu Jazz/Funk Band Jabon is performing live Every Wednesday at the Checkerboard Lounge in Hyde Park, 5201 S.Harper , ChicagoIf you think you’d like to vibe with the band on a song or two, let me ...
Posted by Cameron Music Group on Tue, 25 Mar 2008 08:20:00 PST

Congrats to My Client Jabon - THE Jazz Band from the Chi

Deal inked between Jabon and Thompkins Media. Chicago, IL  Chicago based independent jazz band, Jabon has signed a 5 - CD national P&D (pressing and distribution) and marketing/promotion dea...
Posted by Cameron Music Group on Mon, 10 Dec 2007 07:52:00 PST

Indie Movement - Not primarily about your music

The indie movement is not primarily about your music.  It's about  successfully handling the business of your music.  The creatives are important, but more important is the well thought...
Posted by Cameron Music Group on Sat, 28 Jul 2007 03:22:00 PST

You gotta understand this - describing your music

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIooc_370Hw click on above or copy/paste URL in address box. Abundant Peace, Blessings and Prov 18:  16 "A man's gifts will make room for him and place him in front...
Posted by Cameron Music Group on Sat, 28 Jul 2007 11:55:00 PST

CMG on the Airwaves June 17th

We will be hitting the airwaves this Sunday, June 17th Introducing Cameron Music Group. We will be broadcasting simultaneously out of Chicago on Power 92.3, Soul 106.3 and Rejoice 102.3&nbs...
Posted by Cameron Music Group on Fri, 15 Jun 2007 09:39:00 PST

Steve Albini's Famous Article That Every Indie Should Read

Some of Your Friends are Already This F*%%#*!! by Steve Albini Whenever I talk to a band who are about to sign with a major label, I always end up thinking of them in a particular context. I ima...
Posted by Cameron Music Group on Sat, 16 Dec 2006 11:57:00 PST

THE REASONS TO GET RID OF MAJOR RECORD LABELS

By the way, we can begin to fight those big label bullies back.  Check out this info is presented by Downhill Battle.org - Thought provoking information for any independent artist click on t...
Posted by Cameron Music Group on Fri, 01 Dec 2006 08:50:00 PST

Latest on Universal vs Myspace

Universal Music Chief Expects MySpace to SettleUniversal Music Group recently filed a lawsuit against MySpace, setting the stage for a potentially drawn-out legal battle. The suit, filed earlier this ...
Posted by Cameron Music Group on Fri, 01 Dec 2006 08:40:00 PST