We welcome Omar Lopez to Suede Memories as the first musician to share their inspirational story of where pursuing one's dreams can get you. Born and raised in Calipatria, California, Omar shares the unique memories of his experiences growing up in the Imperial Valley; from hanging out at the Salvation Mountain to exploring the incomparable Slab City. In a town as small as Calipatria, Omar recalls his first introduction to music and what lead him to pick up an instrument for the first time. Although he had no idea his talent would take him to play all over the world, Omar discusses the impact a high school teacher had on him, which resulted in him attending San Diego State University to continue his education. Omar's dedication and love for music has allowed him to connect with people from all over the globe and shares some of his most memorable experiences connecting with other cultures which has contributed to his remarkable out look on life. Aside from his experiences touring and playing with a variety of bands and musicians, Omar shares how he began playing bass for the Original Wailers and how seven years later, they continue to impact the world through their music. Omar has notably played alongside Poncho Sanchez, Stanley Jordan, Jose Luis "Changuito" Quintana, Chunky Sanchez, and San Diego's favorite, the B-Side Players; he also created the Suede Memories jingle in collaboration with Manny and Elsie Cisneros. Omar Lopez has accomplished great heights in his young career and continues to thrive not only professionally, but in all other aspects of life which is why Omar Lopez is and will be one of the world's most notable musicians of our time.