Cameron, AKA GreenTree Keys and the force behind GreenTree Music, was born in a quiet section of the Bronx. He began his path in music studying classical piano at five years old. Playing both keyboards and drum set throughout his school years, he spent time studying the organ (tone-wheel and pipe), the harpsichord, as well as Brazilian and Latin percussion. His musical interests from a young age ranged from jazz to rock, latin to hip-hop, and he’s developed a special relationship to ska and reggae music. Cameron has performed in over 35 countries, including extensive tours throughout five of the Earth’s seven continents.
Prior to beginning a 5-year stint touring and recording with the legendary Skatalites band, Cameron released his debut record as an artist, titled “Cameron & the Trenton Street Collaborative”. The 5-track EP was released on the roots-reggae label Naya Records.
In 2022, he released “Born a Rastaman”, a contemporary reggae cover of the Dickie Betts classic “Ramblin’ Man”, featuring Johnny Dread on vocals. His latest next single, “Monkey Move” dropped in December of 2023, and features Toussaint the Liberator.
When he’s not on the road performing, Cameron spends his time in the studio, on his sailboat s/v Anbessa, or traveling to new places.
Devoted to his spirituality and ‘livity’- or conscious living- Cameron believes deeply in living a well-balanced life. Rastafari has been his calling since his earliest recollections.
He’s also a licensed boat captain, a certified marine diesel technician, and considers surfing, scuba and gardening among his passions.
Some of the artists and bands that Cameron has had the opportunity to record or perform with include:
Addis Pablo, Andy Bassford, Bushman, Chris Martin (Coldplay), Clark Terry, Clinton Fearon, Derrick Barnett and the Statement Band, Dub Apocalypse, Ernie Smith, Iba Mahr, Jah Dan Blakkamoore, Jeff Hamilton, Jennifer Hartswick, John Clayton, Johnny Dread, Johnny Osbourne, Ken Booth, Kings Highway, Midnite, Mighty Mystic, The Naya Rockers, The Nth Power, Papa Michigan (of Michigan and Smiley), Rico Rodriguez, Sarah Brindell, Sister Nancy, The Skatalites, Slick Rick the Ruler, Steel Pulse, Toussaint the Liberator, Yaadcore, and Zuggu Dan.