the olllam

The olllam is a transatlantic group of extraordinary talent that combines Detroit's post-rock psych-sensibility, Irish tradition, and amazing instrumental virtuosity. Their name is suitably derived from the old Irish word a grand master of a skill. Co-written by Belfast uilleann piper/whistle player John McSherry, his US protégé Tyler Duncan, and master drummer Michael Shimmin, their genre-defying compositions are awash with... read full bio