the olllam

Experience the genre-defying sound of .the olllam. live at El Club Detroit for an unforgettable evening where Irish tradition, cinematic post-rock, jazz, and ambient music collide. Featuring Belfast-born uilleann pipes master John McSherry alongside Detroit musicians Tyler Duncan and Michael Shimmin, .the olllam. has earned international acclaim for reinventing Celtic music through breathtaking instrumental performances and fearless musical exploration. McSherry, a founding member of the legendary Irish band Lúnasa, joins forces with Duncan and Shimmin’s backgrounds in jazz, indie rock, and experimental music to create a sound that is both timeless and completely original. Known for hypnotic melodies, soaring uilleann pipes, dynamic percussion, and immersive soundscapes, .the olllam. delivers a live performance that is emotional, cinematic, and unlike anything else on today’s concert circuit. Their music blends the spirit of traditional Irish folk with the expansive textures of modern post-rock and ambient music, creating an experience that rewards both longtime Celtic fans and adventurous new listeners. Fans of: Lúnasa, The Gloaming, Planxty, Explosions in the Sky, Radiohead, Bon Iver, and cinematic instrumental music. Don’t miss one of the most innovative Celtic fusion groups performing today, live at El Club Detroit.