Golden Retriever

Golden Retriever is a Portland-based experimental music duo consisting of Matt Carlson on modular synthesizer and Jonathan Sielaff on bass clarinet. The band is known for their unique blend of electronic and acoustic sounds, creating immersive, textural music that often defies easy categorization. Their work typically features layers of drones, melodic passages, and abstract soundscapes that explore the intersection of synthetic and organic sounds. Golden Retriever's discography includes several albums that have been well-received within the ambient and experimental music communities. They have been active since the early 2010s and continue to contribute to the evolving landscape of experimental music with their innovative approach to composition and sound design.