Omar Rodríguez-López
Writing
Born September 1, 1975 in Bayamón, Puerto Rico
Omar Alfredo Rodríguez-López (born September 1, 1975) is an American guitarist, songwriter, producer and filmmaker. He is known for being the guitarist, songwriter and band-leader of the Mars Volta from 2001 until their breakup in 2012, and is the guitarist for the alternative rock groups At the Drive-In, Antemasque and Bosnian Rainbows. He was also the bassist for the dub band De Facto. He has embarked on a solo career, both in studio and in concert, frequently described as experimental, avant-garde and/or progressive.
Filmography
The Mars Volta - Live at Lowlands Festival 2003
Luna Rosa: La 7ª ascensión de Atabey
Omar and Cedric: If This Ever Gets Weird
Self
The Mars Volta Live in Brazil
Self
Amalia
El Divino Influjo de los Secretos
At the Drive-In - Live at Lollapalooza 2012
Self
Los Chidos
Omar Rodriguez Lopez Group - Work In Progress Live In LA
Self
The Sentimental Engine Slayer
Barlam
The Burning Plain
The Night Buffalo
Coachella
Self - The Mars Volta
At the Drive-In: This Station Is Non-Operational
Self
The Mars Volta - Live at the Electric Ballroom