We had the good fortune of connecting with Melvin “Mel-Man” Breeden and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Melvin “Mel-Man”, what role has risk played in your life or career?
No Risk No Reward Right? I believe as the visionary, risk taking is apart of that function. Risk takers are leaders, entrepreneurs, pioneers, disruptavators! Playing it safe, will rarely get you anywhere in life, so lets roll the dice! I’ve taken so many risks to get here ….but the Rewards have been much greater. Investing in creatives is a risky business, but also 1 successful song can change a artists life. The saying goes “You can’t Win, If you don’t Play”!

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
Currently, I’m developing productions & artists at Radar Live, while managing the Gucci Mane, Big Cat records catalog. This year, we have projects coming from Canton Jones, Luh6, Jugatti, Jaye Valentine, Dreday3.0, Foreign Jade and LAIKA. I also represent producers KRich (Kodak Black, Summer Walker, Young Thug) and newcomer LEEK (Seldom, Pooh Shiesty, Lil Keed), which have some dope records coming Summer 2023. With the Pro-gaming team, Atlanta Premier, I look to ignite passions and bridge the gap to the next generation of content creators and gamers. We have pro-teams in Chess, Smash Brothers and APEX. Lastly, I’m excited about the new platform LG NEXUS, a social media platform, for gamers by gamers. Here you can find all your local tournaments, streams and gamer hangouts all in 1 place. I really feel good about being ahead of the curve and keeping up with the growing trends in technology.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I move around the country so this maybe all over the place but, Chicago has some dope spots to visit on magnificent mile. The scenery in Chicago is hands down one of the best, imagine going to the beach with downtown Chicago behind you, crazy! Next, lets stop at Elevation Chophouse on the private airport in Cobb County Georgia. One of the best attractions my wife & I enjoy, it over looks the runway and private hangars. You can also catch a private flight or take a 30-45 min helicopter ride around Atlanta. To end a night in Atlanta, try the 5 star restaurant inside Cheetahs, best food you ever had. $$$$

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Lets Shout-Out my family for their unwavering support through the years. Also, I’ve been blessed with a support staff and team that sees the vision and understands the different brands we represent. I’ve had 2 major music mentors in my life Danny Sims (signed Bob Marley) and Leroy McMath (Independent label expert /serial entrepreneur.)

Instagram: @radar_live

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melvin-mel-man-breeden-24132a15

Twitter: @melmanmusic

Image Credits
image credits: Melvin “Mel-Man” Breeden SOFAYGO Daniel Benilli (Master of the Bandoneon) Canton Jones

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