Volume 0 - November 2024
Welcome to Volume 0!
CONTENT:
Volume 0 includes the following:
- MONTHLY NEWS FROM OMAR NATION
- OMAR INTRODUCTION
- TEAM INTRODUCTION
- COMPETITION
MONTHLY NEWS FROM OMAR NATION
Welcome to Omar Nation, the monthly fan-run magazine created solely to celebrate the life, career and community built by the one and only Venezuelan-Swedish musician, actor and CEO Omar Rudberg.
To clarify, this is a non-profit independent project; we do not work alongside Omar or his team. We are a small group of fans, who aim to celebrate our community and Omar in our own time. We’ve come together, creating a team in order to discuss and praise Omar’s impeccable work and career including tour announcements, new music, merch updates, OMR BEAUTY releases, acting roles and interviews, as well as much more. From simple updates to article deep-dives, here at Omar Nation we will keep you up to date with the latest Omar news, so you never have to miss a thing.
But it’s not just the man himself that we will focus on, but you - the society full of love and support for him and one another. We will dive into the planning and creation of your fan projects and how they are implemented. We will feature your voices, your views, on a range of topics. We will celebrate you and your dedication to this community.
Everything you love all in one place, covered by a team who come from and therefore understand the same community as you. So again I say, welcome to Monthly News with Omar Nation!
Follow us on our socials to be the first to hear of anything from us!
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omarnationmagazine@gmail.com - you may contact us if you have any topics you would like us to consider covering.
(We do not own the rights to any photographs used that we do not claim as our own. We will always credit those who own them).
- Written by Lilly (@wilmonscoffee)
OMAR INTRODUCTION
As a fandom, we often jokingly call Omar Rudberg a triple threat, or was it a quadruple threat? As you can see, even we have lost track of everything this man is doing. But who is Omar Rudberg and where did he come from?
Omar Josué Rudberg was born in November 1998 in Venezuela close to the Caribbean Coast, where he spent the first few years of his life, before emigrating to Sweden with his mother at the age of six. Even from this young age, he remembers singing and dancing with his relatives alongside Latin-American tunes.
He first stepped into the professional music world with the participation in Talang 2010, the Swedish version of Got Talent. In 2013, at 14, he became part of the evolving boy group FO&O, who later opened for the Stockholm Shows of Justin Bieber's Believe Tour in June. Over the course of the next four years the band won several awards, toured across Sweden, Norway, Denmark, the UK, and the US. They even made it to the finale of the Melodifestivalen, Sweden's preliminaries for their artist entry for Eurovision. After the band parted ways, Rudberg launched his solo career and released a number of singles. Of them, his song, ‘Om Om och Om Igen,’ also competed at Melodifestivalen. Although he did not win, the single stuck at the top twenties in Sweden.
Rudberg, Omar (@officialomar), Instagram 21/3/24
Rudberg continued his career in the music industry, continuing to release several singles over the next few years, before achieving another childhood dream: becoming an actor. He landed the role of Simon Eriksson, the love interest of Prince Wilhelm, portrayed by Edvin Ryding, in the successful Swedish Netflix original Young Royals. The series was a worldwide success, ranking in the Top 10 in 12 countries for the first season, and 26 for the second. Additionally, the show won the Kristallen Award for the Best Youth Drama and Program of the Year in 2022. In 2023, Omar Rudberg plays Dante in the horror movie, Karusell.
During this time he also released his first album “OMR” (scan the QR to listen). Featuring a vast range of vocal performance, the album introduces the world to Omar Rudberg as an artist. With songs such as ‘Mama’, Rudberg offers a more vulnerable ballad while songs such as ‘Mi Casa Su Casa’ went viral with its more upbeat vibe. He also released three covers: ‘Symphony’, ‘Remember’, and ‘It Takes a Fool To Remain Sane’.
Following the momentum from his acting success in Young Royals, Rudberg was shoved into the spotlight, stunning the world with his incredible fashion taste. In turn, he was voted to be Sweden’s best dressed man in 2023 and had the opportunity to stun the Oscars 2024 red carpet.
In the end of 2023 he launched his own beauty brand ‘OMR BEAUTY’, creating genderless and vegan products. Kickstarting with the signature fragrance ‘INTRO’, they have now released a total of five fragrances including ‘DUO’, with Edvin Ryding, and a collection of Perfume Oils. In future volumes, we will discuss this collection titled ‘Occasions’ in more depth.
At the end of 2023, he announced his first solo show for February the following year, in Cirkus, Stockholm. Over 1,600 fans travelled from all over the world, some as far as Australia, just to see this show with their own eyes. He delivered a breathtaking performance, combining passionate dance elements and vulnerable lyrics in a way many fans won’t ever forget. He also debuted his then newest single ‘Red Light’, the first song he would release under the US-Label (Atlantic Records). This song later won Rockbjörnen’s Song of the Year.
Rudberg, Omar (@officialomar), Instagram 21/11/24
Omar Rudberg also had the opportunity to perform a number of other shows throughout Summer 2024, including his first international festival, Heideparkfestival, Germany. One of these shows, at the popular Stockholm Venue, Gröna Lund, later won best performance of the year. He also took part in the well-known Swedish karaoke show ‘Allsång på Skansen’, performing ABBA’s ‘Mamma Mia’ as the sing-along, and ‘Red Light’ (see photo below).
Later this year, he released his first EP, ‘Every Night Fantasy’ (scan the QR to listen). Featuring an array of emotions, each song tells the story of overcoming heartbreak. Rudberg captures the journey of falling in love, desperation, and ultimately self growth, realising that you're better off without that person. Just days after the release, he started off his first international, sold out tour, including four dates in Europe and two in the US.
Photo by @omrze_
In February, he will continue touring with the official ‘Every Night Fantasy Tour’, performing in 19 cities in 12 countries all over Europe. Multiple cities have already sold out with thousands of fans travelling from near and far to see their favourite artist live.
Until then, we can continue to stream the new EP and enjoy the rest of his diverse discography, including songs in Spanish, English and Swedish. Be sure to follow him on social media to keep up with his shenanigans, and find out if the, what we like to call, ‘Stolen Men Saga’ will ever continue…
- Written by Tanisha (@willesastronomy)
TEAM INTRODUCTIONS
If you are curious as to who is behind this magazine and why are we doing this, then you’re in luck! Here’s what you need to know about us.
Our magazine team here at Omar Nation, is a small group of fans scattered from Europe to the United States, who have built this project for Omar’s fanbase. We came up with the idea that having a space specifically to dedicate our time to inform you all on and discuss the latest Omar news and fan news, would be a way to give back to the community here.
Not only do we strive to create a space to keep you updated on recent events so you never miss a thing, but we also aim for your voices to be heard as we discuss your experiences, your reviews and your work within this fanbase. We aim to have designated a space to celebrate our community, together.
Considering our position, please note that we are an independent, non-profit magazine made solely because we enjoy creating and discussing Omar Rudberg related content, and therefore we are manufacturing this in our own time. Though we have been working very hard on this project, know that we are not professionals but merely a group of friends with a passion that we share with many of you.
So, without further ado, would you like to meet the team?
Hello loves! I’m Lilly (@wilmonscoffee) and my pronouns are she/her. My favourite Omar song could quite literally be any of his Swedish songs, but most associate me with ‘Lำppar’. I definitely have a soft spot for 'Dum', ‘Om om och om igen’ and ’På min telefon toda la noche’ as well - all of his discography, really. I discovered Omar through Young Royals, just before the release of season 2, however my friend had been attempting to convince me to watch the show for months before I actually did… whoops! When asked what Lilly isn’t Lilly without, I’d instantly say a mix of coffee and a new fixation every week. This magazine is something I am very excited to contribute to and share with you all! :)
Hi hi, my name’s Tanisha (@willesastronomy) and I go by all pronouns. My favourite Omar song is probably ‘Wrong’, but ‘Höj ett glas’ and ‘Red Light’, both the original english version and the spanish version ‘Luz Roja’, are close seconds. I first discovered Omar, like many of us, through Young Royals, which I happened to first watch on the one year anniversary of season 2. Something most people will associate with me is my love for astronomy and passion for science. Coming from a background of science communication I understand the importance of sharing the work of an artist not just inside of an existing fandom, but also with people outside of our little bubble. Joining the fandom a few months ago was probably one of the best decisions I ever made and I cannot wait to give you all back a little something<3
Hey! I’m Callie (@readingrudberry), she/her! I’ve been obsessed with Omar since he popped up on my screen, and let me just say… despite the fact that I’m a lesbian, he’s got me HOOKED. I need his whole discography tattooed on my brain, but if I had to choose favorites it’d definitely be “Wrong”, “Lose Me”, and “Höj ett glas”! I’ve been with the fandom for almost two years now and had a blast with my NYCmar pookies at his concert! Cannot wait for you to see what we have cooking <3
Hiiiii! I’m Paya (@spicypapayaaaa), and my pronouns are she/they. I first discovered Omar when season 3 of young royals was coming to an end, somewhere around the end of March. After doing a deep dive on Omar and discovering that he had a music career, I became an immediate fan of his after listening to his entire discography. My favorite songs are all of them because I can’t choose, but if I HAD to choose a favorite song or songs, they would be “Jag e nån annan” and “Lose Me”! I’m so grateful for the friends that I’ve made in this fandom and I’m so excited and can’t wait for this project to be shared with you guys!
Hii! I’m Bella or @omarzcrown, my pronouns are they/she. I first discovered Omar through Young Royals, I found the show one random day in August 2022 and developed an (un) healthy addiction to it. After I found out Omar was a singer, I quickly started listening to his music and fell in love with it. My favorite song is probably ‘She Fell In Love In The Summer’ or ‘Dum’ however that is from a very LONG list that I cannot choose from. I’m so grateful for everyone I’ve met in this silly little fandom that feels like home and can’t wait for you to read and see what's to come. Love you all <3
Hi!! I’m El (@wndaviis) and my pronouns are they/them. I actually discovered Omar fairly recently, mid 2023, but I quickly fell in love with his acting, music… everything! My favorite songs are ‘Jag e nån annan’ or ‘Läppar’ but ‘Wrong’ is quickly climbing my personal chart! Aside from my Omar activities, I also really enjoy psychology and anything cat-related. I can confidently say those are the 2 things anyone who knows me would associate with me :) I am so grateful for everyone I have met in this fandom and I’m so excited to share this project with you all!
Hiii ! I’m Amira (@amiroyals), my pronouns are she/her. I first discovered Omar a few days after the release of Young Royals Season (July 2021). I did some research about him before I even finished watching the season because I was already in love with his voice! I then listened to his discography and became a fan very fast. It’s really hard to choose a favorite song but I would say ‘Dum’ or ‘Om om och om igen.’ I am so grateful for all the friends I have made thanks to Omar and for the amazing moments we shared together with those friends at his concert in Paris! I am so excited to share this project with that amazing fandom <3
Hii!! I’m Petra (@cuntberq), and my pronouns are she/her. I first discovered Omar through Young Royals when I watched it back in August 2021. Immediately after, I found out that he made music and got obsessed with it. My favorite songs are probably ’Wrong’, ’Lose Me’ and ’Höj Ett Glas’ but it changes all the time. I’m so thankful for everything that I got to experience because of Omar and the fandom and I can’t wait for everyone to see everything we’ve been working on.
Hi, I’m Zofi (@omrze_) and my pronouns are she/her! I discovered Omar a little before season 3 of Young Royals came out and immediately fell in love with his personality, music, acting, really just everything about him. Since then I haven’t stopped listening to his discography and ‘She Fell in Love in the Summer’ and ‘Höj Ett Glas’ quickly became some of my favorites along with, now, ‘Lose Me’. I love this fandom and am so excited to be part of this magazine and share how amazing Omar is with the world!
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COMPETITION
Become a part of the action!
Design a profile picture and/or header for our socials, following the colour scheme of ‘Every Night Fantasy’ - think blues, whites and blacks!
Submissions via Instagram, X/Twt, google dropbox or email. Please state your username so we can properly credit you.
Deadline for submissions in by 7th December.
UPDATE :
We are so happy to announce the winner for our layout competition is none other than @omraep on X !!
It was insanely difficult to choose a winner and thank you tremendously to everyone who participated. We’re so grateful for each submission that was made.
Thanks,
Omar Nation Magazine x
Rudberg, Omar (@officialomar), Instagram, 21/10/24
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Iโm literally in love with the magazine I love reading it and everything ugh so many more people need to hear about this because itโs just simply amazing
Iโm a young Omar fan from Canada and Iโm looking forward to seeing how this grows and I hope it becomes more known in the community ๐๐๐๐
I love this idea so much it'll give the fandom a way to connect and it might give us the opportunity to meet other fans in our country or state and make friends
Thank you to the whole team ๐ฉท
Awesome idea! And I guess you created the fandom name with the magazineโs name... Omar Nation! Looking forward to all the news!
WOW! thank you for this idea, your work and your passion!
This is such a good Idea! I hope Omar will see this ๐๐
i luv this
Such a great idea and god job to all. As a new Omar Fan from asia with a big timezone gap from where he is and where most of his fans was, it was nice to have this kind of medium to keep up and somehow be updated about him. Thank you so much for this ๐ซถ๐
Goodluck to the entire team ๐
I love this idea!!! Thank you so much for all your work and time and dedication on this project!!! I have a question that someone may have an answer to: Any idea if we will ever be able to listen to "Wrong", the live studio version on spotify?
Have you thought about making it in Spanish so Latรญn American fans can feel included? I can help with that.