Quick Facts
Born:
1975-09-01
Birthplace:
Bayamón, Puerto Rico
Credits:
9 Total Roles
Omar Rodríguez-López
Writing
The MovieWise Take
Refining cinematic analysis...
Biography
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.
Known For
The Sentimental Engine Slayer
Barlam
Coachella
Self (with The Mars Volta)
Omar and Cedric: If This Ever Gets Weird
Self
The Mars Volta - Live at the Electric Ballroom
Self
The Mars Volta Live in Brazil
Self
At the Drive-In - Live at Lollapalooza 2012
Self
At the Drive-In: This Station Is Non-Operational
Self
Omar Rodriguez Lopez Group - Work In Progress Live In LA
Self
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Omar and Cedric: If This Ever Gets Weird MOVIE | Self |
| 2023 | The Mars Volta Live in Brazil MOVIE | Self |
| 2012 | At the Drive-In - Live at Lollapalooza 2012 MOVIE | Self |
| 2010 | Omar Rodriguez Lopez Group - Work In Progress Live In LA MOVIE | Self |
| 2010 | The Sentimental Engine Slayer MOVIE | Barlam |
| 2006 | Coachella MOVIE | Self (with The Mars Volta) |
| 2005 | At the Drive-In: This Station Is Non-Operational MOVIE | Self |
| 2003 | The Mars Volta - Live at the Electric Ballroom MOVIE | Self |
| The Mars Volta - Live at Lowlands Festival 2003 MOVIE | Self |