"Urban Classic is an interesting concept that I think is really overdue. It might be a surprise to a lot of people but it's not to me because you regularly hear classical influences and samples in a lot of urban music.
"This is the next step for urban music, we need to bridge that gap and be able to play the music with live instruments." - Cameo
Hails from West London
Began DJing in 1997 playing local colleges, parties, clubs and bars.
Cites Dreem Teem, Tuff Jam and EZ among his influences.
Landed a set on London's Taste FM (London); the experience gained led to him featuring on various other pirate stations including Delight, Ice and Lush.
Joined one of London's biggest underground record shops, Uptown Records, in 2001 and is now head buyer for UK Garage department. Also compiles the garage chart for DJ magazine.
Co-produced the successful underground garage track 'Hi Grade' with J-Sweet as well as the track 'Original bad girl style' featuring Gemma Fox.
Started his own promotion, Hot off the Block, to showcase new and established UKG talent in a live concert. Completed a European tour in 2005 featuring artists such as Lethal B, Roll Deep, Bruza and Tinchy Stryda.
Launching record label - On the level - to serve as a platform for fresh talent in all styles of UKG. Heavily involved in identifying, nurturing and bringing through talent - MCs, singers and producers.
Won the Best Newcomer award at the 2004 People's Choice Awards.
Plays the guitar and the drums.
You can catch Cameo playing regular sets at Sidewinder, Liberty, Plan B, La Cosa Nostra, Ocean Rooms and around the UK.
Check out Pirate Sessions every Sunday 2 - 6am on 1Xtra for pure UKG exclusives and the finest up-and-coming artists. Pirate sessions | Garage on 1Xtra
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