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"Diane Cameron Guests of WPFW Radio Washington DC"

African Grammy Awards Nominee Headlines
WPFW Radio
"Africa Meets Africa" Program
For Immediate Release
March 11 2006



Diane Cameron the 2005 Kora All-Africa Music Awards Nominee & 2004/2005 Artist in Residence to the Republic of Benin will be a guest in the studios of Pacifica Radio WPFW 89.3 Sunday March 26th 2006 at 9:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time with popular host Angelique Shofar. Ms Cameron who is credited with creation of the Diasjazzpora art form will appear on the "Africa Meets Africa " program broadcast from Washington, DC to discuss the recent release of her CD "The Reconciliation" and its tribute to market women. Ms. Cameron, a vocalist, play wright and actress is returning from a four months tour in the Republic of Benin as part of her responsibilities as USA Artist in Residence to the Benin Reconciliation and Development Agency. Her work in Benin included formation of Its All An Act 2 Benin, an artist guild, organizing the framework for the International Center for Ethnic Art and Cultural Design, and completion of the Reconciliation CD and video. Ms Cameron was also active in Benin with religious groups and schools giving lectures, making concert appearances and encouraging young artist. Ms Cameron is in Washington as part of her American Tour Campaign on Reconciliation and the Diasjazzpora Arts Movement.

Ms. Cameron will appear as a guest of Angelique Shofar's "Africa meets Africa" to discuss her Kora Awards Nominated CD "The Reconciliation". Diane Cameron is recognized as a Reconciliation Renaissance Artist contributing to the reconciliation between Africa and its Diaspora. Her contribution to the Reconciliation Renaissance is collectively referred to as Diasjazzpora. Each song on "The Reconciliation" CD celebrates or memorializes a place or historical event in Africa with a specific focus on the Slave Route. Diane was twice recognized by the State of Alabama legislature for her contributions to the arts and in February 2006 Governor Bob Riley of Alabama signed a second Joint Resolution to honor the work. As part of the American Tour program Ms Cameron officially released the Reconciliation CD at the historic Selma Slavery and Civil War Museum during the Jubilee Festival of March 4th which commemorated the reenactment of the crossing of the Edmund Pettus bridge on Bloody Sunday. A Proclamation was issued by Mayor James Perkins of Selma proclaiming March 2nd 2006 as Diane Cameron Day to recognize Diane's contribution to the Reconciliation Renaissance. While in Selma she performed at the Freedom Flames Award Dinner to honor former Andrew Young and at the "Wiping of the Tears" program honoring women of the Civil Rights movement.

Ms. Cameron is back in the United States after a four month tour of Africa which included the Kora All Africa Kora Awards in Durban, South Africa. The nominees included American artist in the category “Best Diaspora Afro-American”. Will Smith, Maria Carey, Olivier, 50 Cents and Diane Cameron The Kora All-Africa Music Award is an annual music ceremony created in 1994. The objective of the awards are to celebrate the best of African music and to promote African culture by awarding a select number of artists world-wide distinguishing themselves for producing an album of exceptional musical quality. Will Smith won the nomination and although Diane Cameron was the least known of the American Nominees many believed she would emerge as the choice from the list of celebrated candidates. The Kora All-Africa Music Awards was the first non-sporting Africa wide event to be televised live throughout Africa, Europe and Asia. The first Awards ceremony took place at Johannesburg, South Africa in 1996. In its first year the Awards were broadcast to 45 countries. The broadcast has increased to 85 countries with over 700 million live viewers across Africa, the Caribbean, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the United States. The Ceremony took place December 4th, 2005 in Kwa-Zula Natal South Africa.

Ms. Cameron’s CD and companion video “Reconciliation” celebrates the new African music art form Diasjazzpora and promotes African culture directly. Her singles, “Come Back Home to Africa”,”Ganvie”, “Tree of Forgetfulness, and South Africa are considered major contributors to the Reconciliation Renaissance between Africa and its American Diaspora. The Music also contributes to a new excitement among artist for this form of art and brings attention to many of Africa’s historic sites associated with the Trans-Atlantic slave trade. As part of her social responsibility, Ms. Cameron is an activist for research on Sickle-Cell Anemia and the availability of health care for the thousands of children in Africa and America who suffer with this disease. This summer Ms. Cameron will partner with Beninese filmmaker Thomas Akindou for production of the documentary "Market Women" inspired by the song of the same title on her CD . The film is a tribute to the Women of the market in Africa as well as the Sweetgrass Basket artisans in the Low Country Region (Hilton Head Island, Charleston, Beaufort and the Sea Islands) of South Carolina who are upholding Gullah Traditions of a craft brought to America from Sierra Leone West Africa.
Africa Meets Africa can be heard live from anywhere in the world at 9:00 PM Eastern Standard Time lives on the Internet at www.wpfw.org

For Additional Information on Diane Cameron
http://dianecameron.homestead
- BAMM Management


"WRITER OF THE MONTH"

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Diane Cameron Author Added: 2006-02-28
Writer of The Month: March 2006

Diane Cameron , writer, singer, actress and motivational speaker is originally from Chicago and now calls Mobile, Al home. She is back in the United States again after a 5 month tour of Africa which included a nomination by the Kora All Africa Kora Awards in Durban, South Africa. The nominees included a stunning line-up of American artist in the category "Best Diaspora Afro-American". Will Smith, Maria Carey, Oliver, 50 Cents. The objective of the awards was to celebrate the best of African music and to promote African culture by awarding a select number of artists world-wide distinguishing themselves for producing an album of exceptional musical quality. Will Smith won the nomination and although Diane Cameron was the least known of the American Nominees many of her fans believed she would emerge as the choice from the list of celebrated candidates. Ms. Cameron's CD and companion video "Reconciliation" celebrates a new African music art form Diasjazzpora and promotes African culture directly. The singles from her CD "Come Back Home to Africa","Ganvie", "Tree of Forgetfulness, and South Africa are considered major contributors to the Musical Reconciliation Renaissance.
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- TODAYS WOMAN ONLINE MAGAZINE


"DIANE CAMERON RELEASES CD"

…Finally an artist totally devoted to the culture of the Diaspora set to addictive music, unforgettable lyrics and passionate vocals….
CD released 8-1-2005“The Reconciliation” A Tribute to AFRICA & the Diaspora was recognized by All Africa Kora Awards
with these Irresistible Tracks…
Come Back Home to Africa…
La Femme du Marche…
Blessed Ganvie…
South Africa…
Dance of the Diaspora
I Am AAAfrica
Tree of No Return
Merci Monsieur Le President Kerekou
Nuits dans Benin…and more…..
Benin American Music Management
BAMM
usaartistobenin@aol.com
- BBC.UK


"DIANE CAMERON AWARDED CONGRATULATORY RESOLUTION FROM ALABAMA'S GOVERNOR BOB RILEY"

Congratulatory Resolution signed by Governor Bob Riley

By Bill Clark HJR700 ENROLLED, House Joint Resolution, CONGRATULATING DIANE CAMERON OF BALDWIN COUNTY FOR ACHIEVING USA ARTIST IN RESIDENCE FOR THE 2004 REPUBLIC OF BENIN GOSPEL AND ROOTS FESTIVAL.
WHEREAS, it is with highest commendation that we recognize Diane Cameron, a resident of the City of Daphne in Baldwin County, Alabama, who has achieved the distinction of USA Artist in Residence for the 2004 Gospel and Roots Festival, which will be held in the Republic of Benin, West Africa; and
WHEREAS, the USA Artist in Residence to the Benin Gospel and Roots Festival serves as a Goodwill Ambassador to promote reconciliation, cultural understanding, and friendships between the people of the United States and the people of the Republic of Benin through gospel songs, music of African Diaspora, theatrical performances, education, and cultural awareness; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Cameron has made outstanding contributions to the arts in the State of Alabama through her unique multi-ethnic art form and method, which combines historical themes and current event interests as both serious messages and entertainment values, community involvement, and development of youth; and
WHEREAS, as the Chief Artistic Officer of Its All An Act 2, Ms. Cameron provides artists and youth in the State of Alabama with the opportunity to perform, to be of public service, and to advance the cultural heritage of the state; and
WHEREAS, indeed, Ms. Cameron's performances through Theatre 98 of Fairhope, and as USA Artist in Residence to the Benin Gospel and Roots Festival, have been of inestimable value to, and revered by, her admiring fans throughout the State of Alabama and the Republic of Benin; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, BOTH HOUSES THEREOF CONCURRING, That Diane Cameron of Daphne, Alabama, is applauded on the success she has deservedly achieved throughout her theatrical career and, by copy of this resolution, she is extended heartiest congratulations for achieving USA Artist in Residence for the 2004 Republic of Benin Gospel and Roots Festival. - HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES - ALABAMA


Discography

1999 - CD "THIS WOMANS HEART"

2005 - CD "THE RECONCILIATION"

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Diane Cameron

Diane Cameron is a multitalented performing and recording artist with increasing recognition in the United States and Africa for creation of a new art form devoted to Africa’s Diaspora. As a singer, songwriter, actress, and acting instructor Ms. Cameron has devoted her career to the Diasjazzpora movement and promotion of African Art forms. Originally from Chicago, Illinois Diane Cameron entered the entertainment arena as a jazz dancer and make-up artist for Ebony Fashion Fair. Diane auditioned for her first theater role and won the part, she was cast in the leading role for the Hilton Head Island, SC production as Miss Sherman in the play FAME in 1991. Ms Cameron went on to be featured in Big River, Prelude to a Kiss, Merrily We Roll Along, and Midsummer's Night Dream. She was nominated for Best Actress of The Year Award from the Theater Jacksonville production of August Wilson's "The Piano Lesson" in 1997. Here she tackled the complex characterization of the lead female role of Bernice.

In 1997, Diane concentrated on organizing and producing benefit concerts, singing and songwriting. The proceeds from her musical contribution on the compilation J.A.N.E. CD "Africa's Fruit" benefited homeless and disadvantaged women in Jacksonville, FL. In 1998, she organized and produced the S.W.I.N.G.benefit concert for St. Augustine, FL, & this effort contributed toward a children's playground. Diane has written over 50 songs from the heart and usually addresses issues that affect women. She says "It never fails to happen; when I write a song about my life, I'm singing about someone else's."

In 1997, Diane concentrated on organizing and producing benefit concerts, singing and songwriting. The proceeds from her musical contribution on the compilation J.A.N.E. CD "Africa's Fruit" benefited homeless and disadvantaged women in Jacksonville, FL. In 1998, she organized and produced the S.W.I.N.G. benefit concert for St. Augustine, FL, & this effort contributed toward a children's playground. Diane has written over 50 songs from the heart and usually addresses issues that affect women. She says "It never fails to happen; when I write a song about my life, I'm singing about someone else's."

In 1999, Diane toured Memphis, TN at Alfred's and the Gibson Guitar Center. She received great reviews from the Beale Street crowd. In 2000, Ms. Cameron completed a 3-month tour in Tokyo, Japan with the Phil Morrison Trio Ms. Cameron toured Chicago in 2001 where she performed at the famed KoKo Taylor, Buddy Guy's Legends and Lee's Unleaded Blues Club. She has appeared in Atlanta at the Bayou Room, Cafe 290, Breezes, and City of Douglasville, GA., Summer Concert Series Festival.

In Alabama and Florida, Diane has played at some of the Eastern Shore’s finest establishments such as in San Destin, Florida at the San Destin Resort and Conference Center, Florabama as well as numerous private engagements and weddings. Diane has made guest appearances at the Daphne, Alabama Jazz in The Plaza, and Cotton Club New York Night at the Daphne Civic Center. She also performed for the 2002 and 2003 Alabama Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce National Shrimp Festival.

Other Alabama Eastern Shore appearances include Kiva Dunes, Beach Club, Guy's Gumbo, Oleander Resort, Marriott Grand Hotel, Legions Club, Theater 98 and more...Diane has produced several youth theatrical productions, was a guest on channel 44 Mobile's "Cover Stories" hosted by Nona Simmons. Diane has written several plays, published an environmental skit for the City of Mobile's "Keep Mobile Beautiful" organization and is currently planning a book signing tour to promote her first children's book "Fred & Felix".

Diane was selected U.S.A. Artist in Residence to the 2004 Republic of Benin Gospel & Roots Festival and reappointed in 2005. The State of Alabama USA passed a Resolution recognizing Ms. Cameron’s Contributions to the Diasjazzpora art form.

The President of the Republic of Benin, Matthew Kerekou, issued an apology for the role of his ancestors in the Trans Atlantic slave trade. The Voyage of the “Clotilde” to Mobile, Alabama USA was the last known slave ship to sail from the continent of Africa to the United States.

Benin American Music Management (BAMM) proudly announces Diane Cameron and “The Reconciliation” CD has been nominated by the KORA Awards Organization 2005 in the category of Best Afro American Diaspora. The other nominees in this category are Will Smith, Mariah Carey, Akon and Oliver. The CD “The Reconciliation” and winning song entry “Come Back Home To Africa” is Ms. Cameron’s artistic recognition of Africa’s Reconciliation with its Diaspora and the use of the arts in human affairs merging this art form with a revered respect for the triumphs and sacrifices of Africa and her adopted homeland of Benin, (formerly Dahomey), the atrocities of slavery and her African ancestral heritage. The CD is themed on the reality of reconciling the Africa