Ollie Olsen, influential Australian musician, dies at 66 after long illness
abc.net.au — October 16, 2024, 05:00 AM UTC
Ian 'Ollie' Olsen, a key figure in Australia's post-punk and electronic music scenes, has died at age 66 after a long illness. He passed away peacefully at Royal Melbourne Hospital, with his wife by his side. Olsen was known for his work with influential bands like The Young Charlatans and Whirlywirld. He was also involved in various projects throughout his career, including Max Q with INXS's Michael Hutchence. He was set to be inducted into Music Victoria's Hall of Fame next week. Diagnosed with multiple system atrophy in 2020, Olsen faced significant health challenges in recent years. A fundraising campaign was launched to help cover his medical expenses before his passing.