Grammy-winning music producer Sidney Brown, known professionally as Omen, has passed away at 49. Brown, who collaborated with top artists such as Beyoncé, Drake, and Lil Wayne, was found in his residence in Harlem.
His mother, Martha Brown, revealed to TMZ that a family member discovered him on September 13 after concerns were raised by his colleagues due to his absence from work. The specific date and cause of his death have not been disclosed.
Barawine Harlem, the wine bar in Manhattan where Brown worked for over ten years, paid tribute to him on Instagram. The heartfelt message expressed deep sadness at his passing and extended condolences to his family, friends, and admirers.
Ethyl’s Bar & Restaurant in New York City, where Brown frequently DJed, also honored him on Instagram, acknowledging his significant contribution to the establishment. The post highlighted Brown’s talent as a Grammy Award-winning producer and lauded his work with various prominent artists in the music industry.
Brown, a native of Harlem, rose to prominence in the late ’90s and early 2000s with production credits for renowned artists. His breakthrough moment came in 2006 with the production of Ludacris’ “Tell It Like It Is,” featured on a Grammy-winning album. He went on to co-produce tracks for Drake and Beyoncé, solidifying his position in the music elite.
Renowned for his work with hip-hop and R&B icons, Brown collaborated with a range of artists, establishing himself as a powerhouse in the music industry. His contribution to the music scene will be deeply missed by all who knew him.