Ollie Olsen
Musician and sound designer
Born
1958
67 years ago
Died
October 16th, 2024
1 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Australia
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A prominent Australian musician and composer, contributions spanned various genres, including electronic and experimental music. Gained recognition in the 1980s and 1990s for innovative sound design and music production. Collaborated with different artists and contributed to film scores. Played an essential role in the development of the Australian music scene, particularly in the realms of avant-garde and electronic music. Established a legacy through influential works and performances that shaped contemporary sound exploration.
Created soundtracks for numerous films
Composed music for theater productions
Pioneered electronic music in Australia
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