September 2025
September 2025 was a record-breaking month for Omar Rudberg, marked by a historic sweep at Sweden's major music awards and the release of a cinematic new single.
Rockbjörnen 2025: Record-Breaking Night
On September 17, 2025, Omar became the biggest winner of the night at the Rockbjörnen Awards held at Gröna Lund, Stockholm. Supported by his dedicated fanbase, he secured a record four trophies in a single evening:
- Male Artist of the Year: For his overall impact and successful solo tour.
- Swedish Song of the Year: For his identity anthem, "I'm Not a Boy".
- International/Foreign Song of the Year: As a co-writer for the track "Waves" by K-pop artist TEN.
- Fans of the Year: Dedicated to his global fanbase.
New Music: "Dying"
On September 5, 2025, Omar released his second major single of the year, "Dying".
- Sound: The track is a "cinematic" and soulful power ballad, representing a shift toward a more vintage, vulnerable sound.
- Production: It was produced by Tommy English and written alongside Isaac Dunbar.
- Music Video: Directed by Damon Baker, the video follows the song's emotional and dramatic themes.
Tour Announcements & Performances
- Midnight Sun Tour: On September 4, 2025, it was officially announced that Omar would be the opening act for the European leg of Zara Larsson's Midnight Sun Tour starting in late October.
- Bring the Noise: He performed at the Amnesty Sweden event "Bring the Noise" in Stockholm on September 15, 2025.
- Award Performance: During the Rockbjörnen gala, he performed a high-energy medley featuring hits like "Bye Bye" and "Dying".
