There Are Multiple Bands Using The Name Golden Retriever 1 Golden Retriever Was Formed In Portland Oregon In 2008 By Multi-Instrumentalists Jonathan Sielaff & Matt Carlson. Focusing On The Relationship Of Two Primarily Monophonic Instruments Modular Synth & Bass Clarinet And Utilizing Layering With A Deft Balance Of Improvisation & Composition The Duo Has Created An Infinitely Varied Approach To Their Sound World. 2 A Norwegian Noise Band.