Rising artist Sombr delivered a dynamic performance of his singles “12 too 12” adn “Back to Friends” on Saturday Night Live following a sold-out North American tour. The appearance marks a important milestone for the 20-year-old musician, capping a period of rapid ascent and expanding his reach to a national audience.
Sombr’s success story reflects a broader shift in the pop landscape,were authenticity and emotional vulnerability are resonating with listeners. Rolling Stone noted his “distinct internal confidence and external charm” – qualities that stand in contrast to some of his peers – in a review of his debut album. this momentum culminated in a entirely sold-out The Late Nights & Young Romance Tour, and continues with upcoming performances in New Zealand, Australia, and Europe.
The SNL stop coincided with the conclusion of the North American leg of The Late Nights & Young Romance Tour. Sombr will head to New Zealand and Australia early next month, followed by a European tour begining in February.
“It’s hard to step back and be like, ‘wow, this is amazing’ when everything is happening so fast, but it is the best thing that has ever happened to me,” sombr revealed to MTV in September. He further expressed his gratitude, stating, “Being able to meet all these people, go to all these countries, and see all these new faces and beautiful people who connect with my music – it’s all I ever wanted to do in my life, so it’s the best thing ever.”
sombr also made his awards show debut at the VMAs in September, signaling continued industry recognition. Tickets for his 2025 North American tour are available through Rolling stone‘s ticket recommendations.
