Artist Name: Cameron Hawthorn
Hometown: Andover, Kansas
What project(s) are you currently working on?
“To Break Hers” is a song I just released and my EP is right around the corner.
What inspired you to pursue a career in music and when did you know?
I learned piano from a young age and started getting into songwriting in high school. I grew up doing lots of musical theater and went to college to study acting for film and television. I love acting, but it wasn’t my true passion. When I figured out I wanted to pursue music in some way, I got an internship at Warner Brothers Records in LA and started learning about the business. I’ll never forget one of the assistants told me: “If you want to be an artist, go be an artist. Don’t work here or people will never take you seriously.” That was the start of my artist career.
If you weren’t pursuing a career in music, what would you be doing for a living?
Filmmaking, acting, or possibly something in creative marketing and branding.
What is your favorite downtime activity?
I love discovering new coffee shops and catching up with my friends over coffee
Who is your biggest celebrity crush?
My celebrity crush has got to be Jake Gyllenhaal.
Who is your favorite sports team(s)?
I’m not the biggest sports guy, but I always root for my alma mater, the USC Trojans.
What is the last movie that you watched?
The Fox & The Hound (thanks, Disney+)
What is the last album you listened to?
“Monovision” – Ray LaMontagne
If you could only listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be?
“Come On Over” – Shania Twain
What is the greatest country song of all time?
“Ring of Fire” – Johnny Cash
What has been your favorite city/town that you’ve visited out on the road?
Austin, Texas. It’s such a beautiful city with so much to explore.
What is your favorite meal?
Sushi is my absolute favorite.
Who is your dream duet partner?
Kacey Musgraves, because she’s been such an inspiration to me with not only her songwriting but also with who she is as a person.
Who would you like to go on tour with?
Kacey Musgraves – obviously 😉
What is your ultimate career goal(s)?
To collaborate with some of country music’s greats, have a #1 song, play the ACMs & Grammys.