Cameron Whitcomb is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Nanaimo, British Columbia. He gained initial recognition after competing on season 20 of American Idol in 2022, reaching the top 20, and subsequently built a following through social media videos. Whitcomb works in country and folk styles, with songs addressing personal experiences including addiction and recovery. His 2024 debut EP Quitter featured the title track, followed by singles 'Medusa' and 'Options' that charted internationally. His debut album The Hard Way, released on September 26, 2025, contains 15 tracks. At the 2026 Juno Awards, he received five nominations and won Breakthrough Artist or Group of the Year and Country Album of the Year, becoming the first American Idol contestant to win a Juno. He is signed to Atlantic Records and has toured North America and Europe.