Bad Omens Biography: Members, Age, Albums, Net Worth, Tours, Songs, Career

Bad Omens is an American heavy metal/metalcore band formed in 2015 in Richmond, Virginia. Led by vocalist, songwriter, and producer Noah Sebastian, the band blends heavy riffs, electronic elements, clean vocals, and introspective lyrics, evolving from metalcore roots to a more alternative and cinematic sound.

They gained mainstream success with the 2022 album The Death of Peace of Mind, featuring the platinum-certified hit “Just Pretend.” Known for high-energy live shows and visual storytelling, they continue to tour arenas and release music as of 2026, including a major North American arena tour announced for early 2026.

Quick Facts

• Members Real Names: Noah Sebastian, Nicholas Ruffilo, Joakim “Jolly” Karlsson, Nick Folio
• Stage Name: Bad Omens
• Active From: 2015
• Origin: Richmond, Virginia, United States
• Active Until: Ongoing
• Nationality: American (with Swedish member)
• Occupation: Musicians
• Net Worth: $40 million

Early Life and Members

Bad Omens was founded by Noah Sebastian, who left a previous local band to pursue his vision. The core lineup has seen changes, with current members solidifying over time.

Noah Sebastian

• Date of Birth: October 31, 1995
• Age: 30
• Place of Birth: Richmond, Virginia, USA
• Ethnicity: American
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Education: No high school diploma (left early to pursue music)
• Early Life: Grew up in Richmond; started music young, initially recording solo tracks. Formed Bad Omens at 19 to realize his creative ideas.

Nicholas Ruffilo

• Date of Birth: Unknown
• Age: Unknown
• Place of Birth: Unknown
• Ethnicity: American
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Education: Unknown
• Early Life: Original co-founder with Noah; initially guitarist, shifted to bass. Longtime collaborator in the band’s sound.

Joakim “Jolly” Karlsson

• Date of Birth: Unknown
• Age: Unknown
• Place of Birth: Sweden
• Ethnicity: Swedish
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Education: Unknown
• Early Life: Joined later; contributes lead guitar, production, and songwriting. Known for technical skill and international influence.

Nick Folio

• Date of Birth: Unknown
• Age: Unknown
• Place of Birth: Unknown
• Ethnicity: American
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Unknown
• Education: Unknown
• Early Life: Joined on drums; brings powerful, dynamic percussion to live and recorded material.

Formation

Bad Omens formed in 2015 when Noah Sebastian (vocals/production) teamed with Nicholas Ruffilo (then guitar) and others to record his solo material as a band. Early lineup included bassist Vincent Ratti and drummer Nick Folio (joined later).

Signed to Sumerian Records; debut self-titled album in 2016. Lineup stabilized with Joakim Karlsson (guitar) joining for Finding God Before God Finds Me (2019). Current four-piece: Noah (vocals/programming), Nick Ruffilo (bass/rhythm guitar/backing vocals), Jolly (lead guitar), Nick Folio (drums).

Career

Debut Bad Omens (2016) established metalcore sound. Finding God Before God Finds Me (2019) showed growth. Breakthrough with The Death of Peace of Mind (2022), blending alt-rock/electronic, topping charts with “Just Pretend” (platinum).

Extensive touring, including festivals and headlining. In 2025–2026, announced “Do You Feel Love” North American arena tour with Beartooth and President. Known for cinematic videos and evolving style.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @badomensofficial
• TikTok Handle: @badomensofficial
• YouTube Channel: Bad Omens

Personal Life

Noah Sebastian

• Height: Unknown
• Marriages: Unknown
• Children: None
• Dating History: Unknown

Nicholas Ruffilo

• Height: Unknown
• Marriages: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Dating History: Private

Joakim “Jolly” Karlsson

• Height: Unknown
• Marriages: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Dating History: Private

Nick Folio

• Height: Unknown
• Marriages: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Dating History: Private

Net Worth

Wealth from album sales (platinum certifications), massive streaming (billions of plays), sold-out tours (arena-level), merch, and endorsements. Collective estimates around $40 million as of recent projections, driven by The Death of Peace of Mind success and ongoing tours.

Discography

• Bad Omens (2016)
• Finding God Before God Finds Me (2019)
• The Death of Peace of Mind (2022)
• (Plus EPs, singles like “Just Pretend,” “The Worst in Me,” “Like a Villain”; ongoing releases and live recordings)