For over 15 years, Camme Carver has turned virtual stages into real emotional experiences—one song, one connection at a time.
Few performers in Second Life can say they’ve been consistently moving audiences for over a decade—but CC (Camme Carver) can. Since 2009, she’s built a reputation not just as a singer, but as a deeply emotional performer who brings authenticity, vulnerability, and raw connection to every set. Whether she’s playing to a packed venue or an intimate crowd, CC doesn’t just perform—she feels every note.
Her journey didn’t start polished—it started raw, real, and supported by a community that helped her find her sound. And that spirit of connection still defines everything she does today.
You’ve been performing on the grid since 2009—which in Second Life years is basically legendary status. What first drew you into performing here, and what made you stay?
It started with friends. They booked me at a venue for 500L a show. I had no idea what I was doing—no mic, no mixer, no nothing! Just a girl and her guitar, live.
I was just drifting through SL with no clue what to do when I met Badone on a pirate ship. He told me, “Wow, you’re great—but you sound horrible,” lol. He started sending out my notices, and other people in the music community jumped in to help me get all my sound equipment set up. It really did take a village.
I’m still just a girl and her guitar—just with better sound now, lol. It then became the connection with people—the great energy they bring to shows, the laughter. For me, it’s always about connecting with the audience. The music is therapy for me and many others. To bring smiles and feeling to people when we need it most—that always feels good. So maybe selfishly, it’s all for me! 🙂
Badone managed me the entire time until July of 2025 when he retired.
That origin story really says everything—community built this, and you’ve carried that forward ever since.
You’ve been around music since you were young… how did that early push shape who you are as a performer today?
I’m so glad now my mother had the foresight to know what was good for me. She struggled as a single mother, so this was a way to keep me busy as a kid. I started to play at age 12—saxophone—that didn’t last long. Next was the guitar, and I took off from there.
It gave me self-confidence. It gave me a place to channel feelings and energy. I spent a lot of time alone. By 15, I was singing in a local corner bar happy hour—today’s standards would never allow that—but I played for tips every Thursday, learning how to interact with adults, good or bad.
It’s formed me into someone who’s confident in herself. I’ve never been a follower—I’ve always walked to the beat of my own drum, as my mother would say. I’ve never been happy to be “just…”—it’s made me strive for perfection… hard to explain.
The biggest factor was always wanting to make my mother proud because of how hard she worked to keep it all together.
Your profile line—“I don’t want control, I want to let go”—feels like a philosophy. How does that mindset show up in a live set?
It’s just that—if I don’t feel it, I’m not gonna sing it. I put every single ounce of my energy into every performance. I let every emotion out—I let it all go. It doesn’t matter who’s standing there in front of me. If I’m gonna play, I’m gonna pour my soul on the floor for you.
Some will walk away, and some will stay. I’m not gonna hold myself back to fit into a world that’s constantly trying to control. If you’ve ever heard me do Round Here by Counting Crows, I let go of all control and let it fly—I feel it all… every word.
You perform across many venues… Do you approach each differently?
Both. The crowd always brings the best energy, but first and foremost I build my set for the venue owner—their likes, their favorite songs. They’re the ones who want me there, so I try to make it the best personal show I can.
The crowd drives the music, but sometimes it’s small, sometimes the energy is low—real life is real life. I do my best before every show to get into “SHOW MOOD,” because the audience feels that too. It’s funny how quickly they can pick up your energy—if you’re uncomfortable, so are they!
What kind of audience energy do you connect with most?
I try to connect with everyone. Shows take on their own direction—requests, conversations. I can always tell when people are really listening—the chat gets quiet.
Some venues I’ve played for 8–9 years. I feel more comfortable there—you get to know the crowds. My longest-running are Grand Stand, Love Kats, and Blues Cove—over 10 years or longer. THANK YOU to all the venues who plugged me in over the years!
Currently, I’m also performing at Sea Borne Sounds, Vive AmA Rie, Nevermore, NEF Never Ending Fire, 7 Turns RC, and The Cascades on a bi-weekly schedule. I also do many one-time special event bookings.
That kind of longevity in SL venues is rare—and says a lot about the relationships you’ve built.
How has your relationship with performing changed over time?
I’ve become more relaxed—not so stressed about the number games in SL music. It’s hard to hold an audience in this click-click-click world… definitely a challenge. I just want to play music and sing LOUD—from the start!
When choosing songs, what guides you most?
Mostly something I’ve heard that I connect with or relate to. A lot of times people ask me to learn songs, and I do—but if I’m not feeling it, I don’t end up singing it a lot, lol.
Musician, storyteller, or something else?
I’m an artist. Sometimes I feel like an imposter playing music, lol.
I’m a graduate from the Art Institute of Philadelphia. I’ve worked as a commercial stained glass artist for the past 27 years—Tiffany restoration, traditional glass painting, and new creations for churches and private residences in New England.
Music is my therapy that I share—but I’m an artist by nature.
What keeps you coming back to performing in Second Life?
It’s kind of the same feeling—real life and SL. The stage, the people. I’m retired now, so this is my last chance to perform for people on a stage. Whether it’s virtual or not, the feeling is the same—connecting with the audience.
Most performers will tell you—we miss it when we’re not doing it. It’s a need… or a desire. Hard to explain.
A moment that reminded you why you do this?
SL music is hard. People leave mid-show, crowds come and go—or don’t come. You need thick skin.
But then someone IMs you—“thank you, you made me smile”—or a song touches someone. That always makes me stop and say, this is why I do it.
How do you keep things fresh?
I hate playing the same things over and over—it’s boring. I add new songs weekly. Right now I’ve been diving into ’70s music—blast from my past 😄
What do you hope someone takes away from your set?
Good vibes, always—and a feeling that everyone belongs
“Love, Luck, & Lollipops”—what does it mean to you?
Sally Star, my childhood idol. She ended every show with “Love, Luck, & Lollipops.
She was a beautiful blonde cowgirl on a Saturday morning kids show. Every trouble, fear, and hardship disappeared while watching her. As a small girl in Philadelphia, sitting alone while my mother worked three jobs, Sally Star saved the day.
I always looked forward to another magical weekend. LOVE, LUCK, & LOLLIPOPS—we all could use some 🙂
What still excites you about picking up the guitar?
Oh man—my guitar, a Taylor E-Series 416ce. The sound, the feeling… the freedom to express myself and entertain. Once you’re an entertainer, you always are.
Your journey in just a few words?
Incredible—that I’ve had the opportunity to play all over the world. Not many people can say that. In a virtual world, even more incredible—and I’ve met some pretty great people along the way.
CC’s journey is one of growth, grit, and genuine connection—from “just a girl and her guitar” with no equipment to a staple performer across some of Second Life’s most beloved venues.
What stands out most isn’t just the longevity—it’s the heart. Every lyric, every note, every show is rooted in something real. And in a virtual world where things can sometimes feel fleeting, that kind of authenticity is what keeps people coming back.
If you haven’t experienced a CC set yet, you’re not just missing music—you’re missing a moment.
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