#FIRSTLOOK: “DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA IFINITY CASTLE” CASTING ANNOUNCEMENT

Crunchyroll, the ultimate home for anime worldwide, announced today that the original English dub voice cast from the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba anime series will return to reprise their iconic and beloved roles for the highly anticipated new film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, coming to theatres on September 12, 2025 in the United States and Canada. The returning cast includes Zach Aguilar as protagonist Tanjiro Kamado , Abby Trott as Nezuko Kamado, Aleks Le as Zenitsu Agatsuma, Bryce Papenbrook as Inosuke Hashibira, Johnny Yong Bosch as Giyu Tomikoa, and Erika Harlacher as Shinobu Kocho. Also announced, actor and “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” superfan Channing Tatum (Roofman) will join as the voice of Keizo with Rebecca Wang as the voice of Koyuki.

“We are thrilled to welcome back the beloved English voice cast reprising their roles for Infinity Castle,” said Mitchel Berger, Executive Vice President of Global Commerce. “Their iconic voices have greatly contributed to the admiration of the characters and popularity of the franchise. And, we are excited to welcome Channing Tatum, who discovered his love of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and anime through watching the series with his daughter, along with Rebecca Wang as the English voices of Keizo and Koyuki.”

The English dub voice include:

Zach Aguilar as Tanjiro Kamado

Abby Trott as Nezuko Kamado

Aleks Le as Zenitsu Agatsuma

Bryce Papenbrook as Inosuke Hashibira

Brianna Knickerbocker as Kanao Tsuyuri

Zeno Robinson as Genya Shinazugawa

Johnny Yong Bosch as Giyu Tomioka

Ray Chase as Tengen Uzui

Griffin Burns as Muichiro Tokito

Erika Harlacher as Shinobu Kocho

Kira Buckland as Mitsuri Kanroji

Erik Scott Kimerer as Obanai Iguro

Kaiji Tang as Sanemi Shinazugawa

Crispin Freeman as Gyomei Himejima

Lucien Dodge as Akaza (Upper Three)

Channing Tatum as Keizo

Rebecca Wang as Koyuki

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, the first feature film in the three-part cinematic trilogy representing the final battle of the hugely popular award-winning anime shonen series from famed animation studio ufotable, will come to theatres including IMAX® and premium large formats in the United States and Canada on September 12, 2025, distributed by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment.

The story begins when Tanjiro Kamado, a boy whose family is killed by a demon, joins the Demon Slayer Corps to turn his younger sister Nezuko back into a human after she is transformed into a demon. The series has captivated audiences worldwide with its tragic tale of humans and demons, riveting sword fights, charming characters, and comical scenes.

Film Synopsis:
Tanjiro Kamado – a boy who joined an organization dedicated to hunting down demons called the Demon Slayer Corps after his younger sister Nezuko was turned into a demon.

While growing stronger and deepening his friendships and bonds with fellow corps members, Tanjiro has battled many demons with his comrades – Zenitsu Agatsuma and Inosuke Hashibira. Along the way, his journey has led him to fight alongside the Demon Slayer Corps’ highest-ranking swordsmen, the Hashira, including Flame Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku aboard the Mugen Train, Sound Hashira Tengen Uzui within the Entertainment District, as well as Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito and Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji at the Swordsmith Village.

As the Demon Slayer Corps members and Hashira engaged in a group strength training program, the Hashira Training, in preparation for the forthcoming battle against the demons, Muzan Kibutsuji appears at the Ubuyashiki Mansion. With the head of the Demon Corps in danger, Tanjiro and the Hashira rush to the headquarters but are plunged into a deep descent to a mysterious space by the hands of Muzan Kibutsuji.

The destination of where Tanjiro and Demon Slayer Corps have fallen is the demons’ stronghold – the Infinity Castle. And so, the battleground is set as the final battle between the Demon Slayer Corps and the demons ignites.

Credits: Original story by Koyoharu Gotoge (JUMP COMICS / SHUEISHA). Directed by Haruo Sotozaki. Screenplay and produced by ufotable.

About Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba:
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is based on the manga series by Koyoharu Gotoge, published in SHUEISHA’s WEEKLY JUMP from February 2016 to May 2020. The series has captivated audiences worldwide with its tragic tale of humans and demons, riveting sword fights, charming characters, and comical scenes. The manga consists of 23 volumes and has published over 220 million units.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba first premiered in April 2019 with the Tanjiro Kamado, Unwavering Resolve Arc, followed by the feature film Mugen Train in October 2020, and the TV series Mugen Train Arc and Entertainment District Arc from 2021 through 2022. In 2023, the Swordsmith Village Arc debuted on Crunchyroll, shortly after the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Swordsmith Village- theatrical release. In 2024, the Hashira Training Arc debuted, shortly after the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To Hashira Training- theatrical release. The animation production is by ufotable.

The latest films – Mugen Train, -To the Swordsmith Village-, and -To the Hashira Training- – have received both commercial and critical success. Mugen Train currently holds the record as the highest-grossing Japanese anime movie of all time and the highest-grossing Japanese film at the global box office, garnering over 500 million USD to date. It currently ranks as the second-highest grossing Japanese anime film in U.S. box office history. It also garnered a 98% critic score and 99% audience score (with 10,000+ verified ratings) on Rotten Tomatoes.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is currently available to stream on Crunchyroll.

(Photo credit: ©Koyoharu Gotoge / SHUEISHA, Aniplex, ufotable)

#NEWMUSIC: SOMBR DEBUT ALBUM “I BARELY KNOW HER” OUT AUGUST 22, 2025

Global alt-pop phenom sombr has announced details of his highly anticipated debut album, I Barely Know Her. Set for release on August 22, 2025 via Warner Records, I Barely Know Her is poised to catapult the 20-year-old MTV VMA Best New Artist nominee into superstardom status following an incredible year of momentous record-breaking charting success for a debut artist, and sold-out headline and arena tour dates around the world.

I Barely Know Her was written entirely by sombr and co-produced by sombr alongside esteemed, legendary producer Tony Berg (Phoebe Bridgers, Boy Genius, The Replacements, Aimee Mann, Michael Penn), and is available now to pre-order/add/save HERE. I Barely Know Her will come ahead of his sold-out North American tour this fall, and follows a string of hit singles released this year; “back to friends” and “undressed” continue to climb the Billboard 100 and Top 40 Radio, and more recently, “12 to 12,” his biggest single debut to date, accompanied with an official music video directed by Gus Black and starring Addison Rae. “12 to 12” joins “back to friends” and “undressed” in the Global and US Spotify Charts, and has entered the Top 20 in the U.K. Official Singles Chart.

Watch the official music for “12 to 12” video (also starring Addison Rae) HERE:

I BARELY KNOW HER [ALBUM]

1. crushing
2. 12 to 12
3. i wish i knew how to quit you
4. back to friends
5. canal street
6. dime
7. undressed
8. come closer
9. we never dated
10. under the mat

sombr, who writes and produces all his own music, reached #1 at Alternative Radio faster than any new artist of the last decade, has now surpassed more than 2 billion streams across his catalog and continues to defy expectations with his signature sound and songwriting, having recently been nominated as Best New Artist and Best Alternative for “back to friends” at the 2025 MTV VMAs.

A New York City-native raised on the Lower East Side, sombr—born Shane Boose—started making music in his bedroom while studying classical music as a student at the prestigious public school, LaGuardia High School. His breakout hit “Caroline” (2022) took the internet by storm, and he has since released a series of EPs and singles, climbing to over 400 million monthly streams across platforms. Now based in Los Angeles, sombr continues to explore young romance and heartbreak through his music—all of which is self-written and co-produced by the artist himself, and released via Warner Records.

TOUR DATES

August 16—Summer Sonic 2025 Expo ’70—Osaka, JP

August 17—Summer Sonic 2025 ZOZO—Tokyo, JP

September 21—Sing Out Loud Festival 2025—Saint Augustine, FL

September 22—Music Farm—Charleston, SC – SOLD OUT

September 24—Brooklyn Bowl—Nashville, TN – SOLD OUT

September 26—Bogart’s—Cincinnati, OH – SOLD OUT

September 28—The Majestic—Detroit, MI – SOLD OUT

September 29—The Rave—Milwaukee, WI – SOLD OUT

September 30—Palace Theatre—St. Paul, MN – SOLD OUT

October 2—Concord Music Hall—Chicago, IL – SOLD OUT

October 3—A&R Music Bar—Columbus, OH – SOLD OUT

October 5—Roxian Theatre—Pittsburgh, PA – SOLD OUT

October 6—Phoenix Concert Theatre—Toronto, ON – SOLD OUT

October 8—Big Night Live—Boston, MA – SOLD OUT

October 9—Gramercy Theatre—New York, NY – SOLD OUT

October 10—Gramercy Theatre—New York, NY – SOLD OUT

October 12—Theatre of Living Arts—Philadelphia, PA – SOLD OUT

October 13—The Lincoln—Washington, D.C. – SOLD OUT

October 15—Center Stage—Atlanta, GA – SOLD OUT

October 17—Southside Music Hall—Dallas, TX – SOLD OUT

October 18—Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater—Austin, TX – SOLD OUT

October 20—Ogden Theatre—Denver, CO – SOLD OUT

October 21—The Complex—Salt Lake City, UT – SOLD OUT

October 24—Shadowbox SoDo—Seattle, WA – SOLD OUT

October 25—Roseland Theater—Portland, OR – SOLD OUT

October 27—Fillmore—San Francisco, CA – SOLD OUT

October 28—El Rey Theatre—Los Angeles, CA – SOLD OUT

October 29—El Rey Theatre—Los Angeles, CA – SOLD OUT

October 31—The Van Buren—Phoenix, AZ – SOLD OUT

November 1—Fox Theater Pomona—Pomona, CA – SOLD OUT

November 2—The Fonda Theatre—Los Angeles, CA – SOLD OUT

November 5—Brooklyn Steel—New York, NY – SOLD OUT

November 6—Brooklyn Steel—New York, NY – SOLD OUT

December 2—Auckland Town Hall—Auckland, NZ – SOLD OUT

December 4—Festival Hall Melbourne—Melbourne, VIC – SOLD OUT

December 6—Spilt Milk Festival—Ballarat, VIC

December 7—Spilt Milk Festival—Perth, WA

December 9—Hordern Pavilion—Sydney, NSW – SOLD OUT

December 11—Fortitude Music Hall—Brisbane, QLD – SOLD OUT

December 13—Spilt Milk Festival—Canberra, ACT

December 14—Spilt Milk Festival—Gold Coast, QLD

2026 UK/EU TOUR DATES

February 10—Annexet—Stockholm, Sweden – SOLD OUT

February 11—KB Hallen—Copenhagen, Denmark – SOLD OUT

February 13—Inselpark Arena—Hamburg, Germany – SOLD OUT

February 15—Stodola—Warsaw, Poland – SOLD OUT

February 16—Forum Karlin—Prague, Czech Republic – SOLD OUT

February 18—Gasometer—Vienna, Austria – SOLD OUT

February 19—Tonhalle—Munich, Germany – SOLD OUT

February 20—Halle 622—Zurich, Switzerland – SOLD OUT

February 22—Alcatraz—Milan, Italy – SOLD OUT

February 24—Riviera—Madrid, Spain – SOLD OUT

February 25—Razzmatazz—Barcelona, Spain – SOLD OUT

February 27—Salle Pleyel—Paris, France – SOLD OUT

March 2—AFAS Live—Amsterdam, Netherlands – SOLD OUT

March 4—Columbiahalle—Berlin, Germany – SOLD OUT

March 5—Palladium—Cologne, Germany – SOLD OUT

March 6—AB—Brussels, Belgium – SOLD OUT

March 8—O2 Academy Brixton—London, UK – SOLD OUT

March 12—Academy—Manchester, UK – SOLD OUT

March 13—O2 Academy—Birmingham, UK – SOLD OUT

March 15—O2 Academy—Glasgow, UK – SOLD OUT

March 16—3Arena—Dublin, Ireland – SOLD OUT

#FIRSTLOOK: NEW TRAILER FOR “SWIPED”

The Hulu Original film “Swiped” from 20th Century Studios will debut exclusively September 19, 2025 on Disney+ in Canada. The film will hold its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 9, 2025.

Inspired by the provocative real-life story of the visionary founder of online dating platform Bumble, “Swiped” introduces recent college grad Whitney Wolfe, played by Lily James, as she uses extraordinary grit and ingenuity to break into the male-dominated tech industry and launch an innovative, globally lauded dating app (two, actually), paving the way to becoming the youngest female self-made billionaire. “Swiped” is directed by Rachel Lee Goldenberg and written by Bill Parker & Rachel Lee Goldenberg and Kim Caramele. The film also stars Jackson White, Myha’la, Ben Schnetzer, Pierson Fodé, Clea DuVall, Pedro Correa, Ian Colleti, Coral Peña, and Dan Stevens. Jennifer Gibgot, Andrew Panay, and Lily James produce.

#FOOD: MCDONALD’S CANADA X SHANIA TWAIN ANNOUNCE “SHANIA’S SIDES”

McDonald’s Canada and Shania Twain are turning up the style on fan favourite sides, proving you’re never too dressed up for McDonald’s!

Shania, who’s always had an authentic love for McDonald’s famous fries, is bringing her fun-loving spirit and flair to the golden arches with the All Dressed Up campaign. Together, they’re bringing Canadians something bold and just a whole lot of fun, because what better way to celebrate summer than with iconic fries and an even more iconic partner?

For a limited time, starting August 12th, McDonald’s classics are getting All Dressed Up Shania’s way, with delicious twists on your favourite sides, and a keepsake inspired by her signature flair. It’s a full circle moment as Shania teams up with McDonald’s Canada to bring her bold energy back to where her journey began: as a McDonald’s crew member!

Here’s what fans can look forward to with Shania’s Sides:

All Dressed McShaker™ Fries: They’re back, now dressed up in a delicious All Dressed flavour, perfect for fans craving bold, Canadian-inspired taste
Strawberry Pie: All dressed up and fresh from the oven, this golden pie wraps real strawberry pieces in a warm, flaky crust. Sweet, stylish, and baked daily to impress
Exclusive Shania Cowboy Keychain: A stylish keepsake for fans to carry a little Shania with them wherever they go

This collaboration blends Shania’s fun, unique style with McDonald’s feel-good classics, bringing a fresh, flavorful twist to moments you already love.

#FIRSTLOOK: “PLAYING GRACIE DARLING” COMING TO PARAMOUNT+

Paramount+ Canada announced today that the new original series, PLAYING GRACIE DARLING will premiere August 15, 2025 streaming all six episodes exclusively on Paramount+.

From Curio Pictures (The Narrow Road to the Deep North, The Artful Dodger) this bold and compelling series explores the deep bonds of female friendship, the haunting power of memory, and a small town gripped by the unknown.

When Joni was fourteen, her best friend Gracie Darling disappeared during a séance. Twenty-seven years later, local teens still get their kicks ‘Playing Gracie Darling,’ a spooky game named after the girl who vanished. But when another young girl disappears under eerily similar circumstances, Joni is forced to confront her past and the secrets that never stayed buried.

Created and written by Miranda Nation (Undertow) and directed by Jonathan Brough (Rosehaven, The End), PLAYING GRACIE DARLING features an acclaimed international cast led by New Zealand powerhouse Morgana O’Reilly (The White Lotus Season 3, Friends Like Her) as Joni, Dame Harriet Walter (Succession, Ted Lasso) as Pattie, and Rudi Dharmalingam (Wakefield, The Lazarus Project) as Jay.

The stellar Australian cast includes Celia Pacquola (Love Me, Rosehaven) as Ruth, Annie Maynard (Colin From Accounts, Upper Middle Bogan) as Anita, Dan Spielman (The Code, New Gold Mountain) as Peter, and screen icon Anne Tenney (The Castle, A Country Practice) as Moira.

Filmed across Australia, New South Wales, from the scenic Hawkesbury River region to the rugged south coast, PLAYING GRACIE DARLING is set in a town where everyone knows each other, secrets are tightly held, and being different is impossible to hide.

PLAYING GRACIE DARLING is executive produced by Jo Porter and Rachel Gardner for Curio Pictures, Sophia Mogford for Paramount+, and series creator Miranda Nation. Laura Nagy joins as associate producer, with additional scripts from Anya Beyersdorf (Fake). Production Design is by Amy Baker (The New Boy, Plum), and Director of Photography is Martin McGrath (Muriel’s Wedding, Wakefield).

PLAYING GRACIE DARLING is a Curio Pictures production for Paramount+. Major production investment from Screen Australia in association with Paramount Australia. Financed with support from Screen NSW’s Made in NSW Fund. Local distribution by Paramount Australia. International Sales by Sony Pictures Television. Post, digital and visual effects supported by Screen NSW. 

About Paramount +

Paramount+ is a global digital subscription video streaming service from Paramount that features a mountain of premium entertainment for audiences of all ages. Internationally, the streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including SHOWTIME®, BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and the Smithsonian Channel™, in addition to a robust offering of premier local content. The service is currently live in Australia, Austria, Canada, the Caribbean, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latin America, Switzerland, the U.K. and the U.S.

For more information about Paramount+, please visit www.paramountplus.com and follow @ParamountPlusCA on social media.

#HOTDOCS: HOT DOCS ANNOUNCE SALE OF 506 BLOOR STREET WEST

Today, Hot Docs announces that the sale of the Hot Docs Cinema building at 506 Bloor Street West closed on August 6. The terms of the sale include a multi-year lease that allows Hot Docs to continue to operate and program the Cinema year-round. In addition to the stellar slate of must-see documentaries and retro flicks already announced, this fall will see the return of the long-running Doc Soup series, screening monthly from October to April, and the introduction of the Curious Minds Festival, which will take place at the Cinema this November 6 to 9, 2025.

“This sale is an important step in the organization’s ongoing journey toward financial stability,” said Diana Sanchez, Executive Director of Hot Docs. “While we are still recovering and rebuilding, we’re thrilled that Hot Docs Cinema will remain a community hub—bringing audiences outstanding documentaries, familiar favourites, and special events—while continuing to welcome fellow festivals and programming partners.”

The buyer, a long-time Annex neighbour with close ties to the community, has chosen to remain anonymous.

“As a long-time neighbour of Hot Docs Cinema, we know firsthand how integral it is to our community,” stated a spokesperson for the buyer. “It is our goal to support the arts in Toronto and ensure that this building remains a vibrant cultural space in the Annex.”

Dedicated to conversation and community, the Curious Minds Festival will spotlight stories, voices, issues and ideas that shape our present and challenge us to think deeply about the world we inhabit. From November 6 to 9, leading thinkers in their field will bring together creators, change makers and inquisitive audiences to explore the most pressing topics of today. Speakers will be announced in the coming weeks.

On October 8, Doc Soup will return for its 25th season. From October to April, the beloved monthly series will continue to showcase documentaries fresh from the festival circuit, followed by lively Q&As with special guests. Subscriptions on sale starting August 19.

To celebrate the Cinema sale, we will be offering a discount on Hot Docs Memberships starting August 19. Members receive discounts on cinema screenings and events, Doc Soup subscriptions and tickets, the new Curious Minds Festival, and the flagship Hot Docs Festival in the spring.

#SPOTTED: BAM BAM AMONG STARS IN TORONTO FOR 2025 K-EXPO

The inaugural K-EXPO was held in Toronto this weekend, celebrating Korean culture and those who love it. The two-day Hallyu affair took place August 9-10, 2025 at Meridian Hall in Toronto, the space filled with exhibitors, giving guests a chance to preview beloved Korean products including food, beauty products, and more. They also had a chance to get free colour, makeup and skin consultations for free, drawing long queues. There also were cooking demonstrations, with Korean star Ryu Soo-young in-attendance.

The weekend was capped-off with a concert headlined by K-Pop superstar Bam Bam of Got 7. Also on the stage were K-Pop groups Fifty Fifty and Cravity. All events were free of charge.

Some quick highlights:

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#BOXOFFICE: “WEAPONS” FIRES IN DEBUT

WEAPONS fires in its debut this weekend, taking $35 million from 3,202 theatres for Warner Bros. This Horror gets a stellar 96% on the Tomatometer. This is from the same Director, Zach Cregger, who brought us BARBARIAN.

FREAKIER FRIDAY is a smash, taking $30 million from 3,975 theatres for Disney. It gets a respectable 73% on the Tomatometer. Its predecessor also was a success, with a $22 million debut back in 2003.

THE FANTASTIC FOUR: THE FIRST STEPS gets third this weekend with $16 million, taking it to $231 million for Disney over three weekends.

THE BAD GUYS 2 gets $10.5 million in its second weekend, bringing it to $43.5 million for Universal Pictures.

THE NAKED GUN rounds-out a weapon-bookended Top Five with $7.5 million, a two-week run of $32.7 million for Paramount Pictures.

#NEWMUSIC: CRASH ADAMS RELEASE NEW EP “CRASHING INTO YOUR LIVING ROOM”

Feel-good pop duo Crash Adams, composed of childhood friends Rafaele Massarelli and Vince Sasso, have released their new EP, Crashing Into Your Living Room, Vol. 2, today via Warner Music Canada / Warner Records. Following a whirlwind of global success and a hugely successful recent national television appearance on America’s Got Talent, the new project delivers the duo’s signature blend of optimism and hope. Fans can listen to the full EP here.

The new EP arrives on the heels of the band’s latest single, “New Heart,” which is resonating deeply with audiences worldwide. The track, described by the band as “a heartfelt anthem for anyone wishing to erase the past, start fresh, and let go of pain,” has rocketed to global success, earning a spot on the Global Shazam chart and hitting the Spotify viral charts in 12 markets, fueled by rapid organic growth on TikTok. The duo’s ability to connect with fans is further evidenced by their rapidly growing social presence, with over 25 million followers and billions of streams and video views across platforms.

Of Crashing Into Your Living Room, Vol. 2, Crash Adams say, “We poured our hearts into this EP. We want our music to be a source of good energy, a reminder that even when things are tough, there’s always a reason to feel good and move forward. We can’t wait for everyone to hear it.”

Crash Adams recently captivated a national audience with their acclaimed television debut on America’s Got Talent, where their performance of “Optimist” earned a standing ovation and enthusiastic praise from all four judges. This exposure, combined with accolades such as being named SiriusXM Hits1 Male Breakthrough Group of the Year and earning multiple Juno nominations, has solidified their status as a significant force in music.

Crash Adams’ music is known for its cinematic, larger-than-life sound, which blends adrenaline, nostalgia, and gratitude. Their songs have been described as having the mood-lifting power of dopamine, a quality that shines through in every track. With an impressive knack for storytelling, the duo craft music that connects with listeners on a deeply personal level. Crashing Into Your Living Room, Vol. 2 promises to continue the duo’s mission to spread positivity through their cinematic, larger-than-life songs.

#NEWMUSIC: CAMERON WHITCOMB NEW ALBUM “FRAGILE”

The Hard Way sees Whitcomb offering up a deeply personal look at his turbulent journey, from his struggles with addiction at a young age through to his recovery and adulthood. The album announcement is accompanied by his most emotionally raw single to date, “Fragile,” available everywhere now HERE.

“‘Fragile’ is about being told to man up your whole childhood and pushing away everyone that cares because of your own insecurities,” shares Whitcomb. “It’s a song that came from a place of finally starting to understand why I was the way I was — and wanting to change that.”

Produced by frequent collaborator Jack Riley (Grace VanderWaal, Knox) and co-written with Nolan Sipe and Cal Shapiro (Alex Warren’s “Ordinary”), “Fragile” speaks to the universal hope of finding someone who will love you despite, and maybe because of, everything you’ve been through.

Cameron is celebrating the impending arrival of The Hard Way with his biggest live run yet, beginning tonight with a top-billed slot at Ontario’s Boots and Hearts Music Festival. He’ll then cross the Atlantic for the sold-out EU/UK leg of his Hundred Mile High Tour before returning to launch his I’ve Got Options Tour kicking off September 26 in Portland, OR and running through mid-November. Most shows are already sold out, including a highly-anticipated two-night stand at LA’s legendary Troubadour (Oct 4-5), with additional dates added in Atlanta and Nashville due to overwhelming demand. Support on select dates comes from Danielle Finn, Jonah Kagen, and Tayler Holder. For tickets and info, visit thecamwhitcomb.com.

With over 6M monthly listeners on Spotify, 3M+ followers across socials, and 400M+ global streams to date, Whitcomb is riding high in what’s shaping up to be a landmark 2025 which saw the release of his latest single “Gasoline & Matches,” a fiery anthem about the indelibility of heartbreak, produced by Jack Riley and co-written with Chance Emerson. Earlier this year, Whitcomb dropped the breakout single, “Bad Apple,” which debuted as the #2 Most Added track at Alternative Radio and marked a sharp turn toward a more alt-driven sound.

Featured globally on the cover of Apple Music’s Today Country and named to both Spotify and Amazon Music’s 2025 Artists To Watch lists, Whitcomb also joined forces with rising indie folk artist Evan Honer for the raw collaborative single, “My Expense” and shared his own singles, “Options“ and “Hundred Mile High”. ELLE quickly praised the latter, writing, “The return of modern folk was written in the stars…The banjos pump the song forward, beckoning listeners on a cross-country road trip.”

His year began with the release of “Medusa (Acoustic),” a stripped-back take on his fan-favorite single, now surpassing 150M streams. A relentless live schedule followed, with more than 80% of tickets sold during presales, including sold-out double dates in Vancouver, Kelowna, Edmonton, and a show-stopping set at Calgary Stampede.

All this follows a breakthrough 2024 that featured the release of Whitcomb’s remarkable debut EP, Quitter, available everywhere now HERE. Partly inspired by the fast-rising 21-year-old singer-songwriter’s journey in overcoming addiction, the acclaimed collection includes profoundly personal singles including “Love Myself“ and the soul-searching title track, “Quitter,” the latter of which was praised by Billboard as “an anthemic folk track in the mold of Noah Kahan powered by a kick-clap beat and Whitcomb’s growling vocal.” Now boasting more than 100M global streams, “Quitter” further made history as his first-ever single to reach the Billboard Canadian Hot 100 – his biggest chart success to date which Whitcomb celebrated by traveling North America on his wide-ranging headline Quitter Tour.

One of the most captivating new songwriters of his generation, Cameron Whitcomb turns the most candid details of his real-life experience into songs with a strangely exhilarating power. Hailing from British Columbia’s Vancouver Island, Whitcomb left home at age 17 and got a job working on a pipeline, later spending much of his downtime singing karaoke and posting covers on Reddit. When an American Idol executive took note of his undeniable vocal talent, he landed a spot on the show’s 20th season and emerged as a top 20 finalist. Whitcomb then immersed himself in learning to write songs while deep in the process of getting sober. After making his label debut with 2024’s “Rocking Chair” – which amassed over 40M combined views across socials prior to its premiere – Whitcomb took off on a fast ascent that soon found him embarking on his first-ever headline run, the sold-out Quitter Tour.

CAMERON WHITCOMB ON TOUR 2025

AUGUST

8 – Oro-Medonte, ON – Boots & Hearts Festival †

10 – West Chester, OH – Voices of America Country Music Fest †

14 – Montreal, QC – Théâtre Beanfield (LASSO pre-party hosted by SiriusXM)

16 – Montreal, QC – LASSO †

22 – Cologne, Germany – Sound of Nashville Open Air

23 – Munich, Germany – Backstage Werk (SOLD OUT)

24 – Berlin, Germany – Kesselhaus

26 – Copenhagen, Denmark – VEGA (SOLD OUT)

28 – Stockholm, Sweden – Nalen (SOLD OUT)

29 – Trondheim, Norway – Festningen †

30 – Tromsø, Norway – Rakettnatt Music & Arts Festival †

SEPTEMBER

1 – Oslo, Norway – Rockefeller

3 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Paradiso (SOLD OUT)

4 – Paris, France – La Maroquinerie (SOLD OUT)

5 – London, UK – Electric Brixton (SOLD OUT)

7 – Manchester, England – O2 Ritz Manchester (SOLD OUT – UPGRADED VENUE)

8 – Glasgow, UK – SWG3 (SOLD OUT – UPGRADED VENUE)

21 – Calgary, AB – Recovery Day Alberta †26 – Portland, OR – Wonder Ballroom + (SOLD OUT)
27 – Eugene, OR – WOW Hall + (LOW TICKETS)
30 – Sacramento, CA – Ace of Spades * (SOLD OUT)

OCTOBER

1 – San Francisco, CA – The Regency Ballroom *
3 – San Diego, CA – Music Box * (SOLD OUT)
4 – West Hollywood, CA – Troubadour * (SOLD OUT)
5 – West Hollywood, CA – Troubadour * (SOLD OUT)
8 – Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren *
10 – Denver, CO – Gothic Theatre + (SOLD OUT)

11 – Salt Lake City, UT – RedWest Country Music Festival †
12 – Fort Collins, CO – Aggie Theatre + (SOLD OUT)
15 – Fayetteville, AR – George’s Majestic Lounge * (LOW TICKETS)
17 – Fort Worth, TX – Tannahill’s Tavern & Music Hall * (SOLD OUT)
18 – Austin, TX – Scoot Inn * (SOLD OUT)
21 – New Orleans, LA – Tipitina’s *
23 – Oxford, MS – The Lyric Oxford *
24 – Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl Nashville * (SOLD OUT)
25 – Atlanta, GA – Terminal West * (SOLD OUT)
27 – Atlanta, GA – Terminal West *

29 – Oxford, OH – Brick Street Bar + (SOLD OUT)

30 – Lakewood, OH – The Roxy + (SOLD OUT)

31 – McKees Rocks, PA – Roxian Theatre + (SOLD OUT)

NOVEMBER

3 – Columbus, OH – Newport Music Hall ^
5 – Louisville, KY – Mercury Ballroom ^ (LOW TICKETS)
7 – Knoxville, TN – The Mill & Mine ^ (SOLD OUT)
8 – Birmingham, AL – Saturn ^ (SOLD OUT)

9 – Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl Nashville ^

12 – Columbia, SC – The Senate ^
13 – Athens, GA – Georgia Theatre ^ (SOLD OUT)
14 – Charleston, SC – Music Farm ^ (SOLD OUT)

† Festival Performance

• Support From Danielle Finn
• Support From Jonah Kagen

^ Support From Tayler Holder

THE HARD WAY TRACKLIST

1. The Hard Way
2. Options
3. Lose Me
4. Fragile Ego (Interlude)
5. Fragile
6. Call For You
7. Quitter
8. Holiday
9. Pretty Little
10. Hundred Mile High
11. Missed Calls (Interlude)
12. As I Stand Before The Coffin
13. Digging Holes
14. Medusa
15. Polly (Interlude)