Ollie Olsen

Musician and sound designer

Ollie Olsen - Musician and sound designer
Born

1958
67 years ago

Died

October 16th, 2024
0 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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