Matt Retz

I am deeply saddened that we as a society continue to struggle with disagreeing without violence. I am praying for the victim, his family, and also for the person who shot him. This has to change, and it can only…

Big day for AGNT — One Rough Year has officially been released on all streaming platforms. You can find links to each service here: https://agnt.hearnow.com/one-rough-year

For collectors and audiophiles, CDs and vinyl are available here: https://agntbb.com/one-rough-year

Even better, tonight we’re…

I was out of town this week but still managed to play a corporate event. Caught a short from the performance:

▶️ https://youtube.com/shorts/bOgn60A09m4

The AGNT album release show is happening August 9 at Sierra Vista Winery.

🎟️ Tickets are available…

We had a good time Saturday night playing Red Silo Brewing with Dry County ContraBand. I posted a short clip from the show here:
▶️ https://youtube.com/shorts/FQQOFPJ1c8I

I’m also looking for a place to rehearse Ain’t Got No Time before the…

I’m out this week, but the videos keep coming.

The One Cable Four Cable Method video is making the rounds. If you’re running a Helix into a Mesa Boogie (or really, any pedalboard into any amp with an effects loop),…

This past Saturday, Dry County ContraBand played a private 4th of July celebration. Great people, great food, and a fireworks show that didn’t disappoint. I grabbed a short clip from the set—check out the Strat doing a little heavy lifting:

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Dry County ContraBand is playing a private event this weekend. It’s one of those “if you know, you know” gigs—and if you don’t, we’ll catch you next time with a stage and a sound guy.

The AGNT album release party…

Played The Steel Coop on Saturday with Dry County ContraBand. Big thanks to Randy Hammontree for filling in on bass and doing it like he’s been in the band for years.

I posted a mic stand video from the…

Last Wednesday, Dry County ContraBand rocked The Shop in Livingston. Midweek gigs might be rare, but the energy was anything but low-key. Thanks to everyone who showed up and two-stepped with us!

This Friday, June 14, we’re back in Livingston—this…

Last Saturday’s show at Mulligan’s was one for the books—and now, one for the internet. Check out this video from the night and get a little taste of the Dry County ContraBand energy.

We’ll be back there in September, so…

That’s right, I am working with both Ain’t Got No Time and Colton Mountain on new music. Stay tuned, should be releasing both around April. 
 

Hey everybody. We have been working on this for a couple of months now and it is finally finished. So incredibly proud of this album and can’t wait to share it with you all. Coming April 14!