"Himlen hos dig" – New Swedish Folk Song with Wester & Wahlsteen, Camilla Läckberg, and Nomi

Swedish folk music today receives a new, captivating addition in the form of the single "Himlen hos dig". Behind the song are the seasoned instrumental duo Wester & Wahlsteen, lyricist Camilla Läckberg, and singer Nomi. The result is a genre-crossing track where Swedish folk tradition meets stripped-down pop, with storytelling and acoustic presence forming an emotional whole.

Mats Wester, national folk musician on nyckelharpa and founder of the legendary Nordman, brings together the characteristic folk tone with guitarist Jimmy Wahlsteen, whose international breakthrough and five solo albums have reverberated far beyond Sweden's borders. Together, they form the duo Wester & Wahlsteen, and their dynamic interplay – with nyckelharpa and acoustic guitar – carries the melodic and organic sound that characterizes "Himlen hos dig". The duo debuted with the EP "Från Nypongränd" in autumn 2025, quickly earning praise for their sensitive and melodic expression, rooted in Swedish folk music.

A new dimension is added by Camilla Läckberg, well-known for her authorship but also for her growing reputation as a songwriter. Her lyrics for "Himlen hos dig" are characterized by narrative depth and strong emotional clarity, which, together with the organic music, makes the song both touching and readily accessible. Here, Läckberg demonstrates how powerful storytelling can deepen the music's emotional charge.

Nomi (Nomi Bontegard) gives the song its voice and personal interpretation. She is previously known from Melodifestivalen 2025, the Star Stable platform, and for international streaming successes with tracks like "Fire" (Mistfall, 2021) and "Blight" (Marchenghast Castle, 2026). Nomi's background in alternative pop and fantasy music merges with the acoustic soundscape and gives "Himlen hos dig" a soaring, yet present, feeling. Her voice conveys vulnerability and closeness, and she has also been appreciated on larger live stages such as SPACE Arena and DreamHack.

Wester & Wahlsteen's live performances have been described as atmospheric and engaging, where the boundary between traditional and modern is blurred. "Himlen hos dig" builds on this meeting between generations and genres – and unites the intimacy of the lyrics with the openness of the music. Here, there are layers of sound and meaning that invite repeated listening.

About the collaboration, Mats Wester and Jimmy Wahlsteen themselves say: "We are so happy and inspired to create 'Himlen hos dig' together with Nomi. We felt immediately that her magical voice and expression suited the song perfectly." It is a feeling that permeates the song, where the blend of tradition and innovation creates something both new and timeless.

"Himlen hos dig" shows the power of creative collaborations across genres and backgrounds. With its organic arrangement, strong lyrics, and emotive vocal performance, the song adds new nuances to Swedish folk song tradition and sets the tone for the modern folk music of the future. Here, beauty and substance unite in a way that enriches both the tradition and the contemporary music landscape.