Boards Of Canada - Olson Guide

According to the duo, "Olson" is the surname of a family they know.

Boards of Canada rarely perform live and have not done so since 2002. While "Olson" is a fan favorite, it is not listed among their most frequently played live tracks, such as "Happy Cycling" or "Aquarius". Boards of Canada - Olson

While the brothers are secretive about their gear, fans and analysts often associate this sound with the Yamaha CS-80 or Roland SH-101 . According to the duo, "Olson" is the surname

A popular alternative version, "Olson (Version 3)" , was recorded during their 1998 Peel Session and features a slightly different arrangement and more prominent synth leads. Performance History According to the duo