The band RetroActive came to be in December of 2008 when guitarist/singer Glen Hoover and bassist Brandon Hetu
found a drummer who fit their style, Austin Early. Glen and Brandon first met at Clackamas Community College where they
both studied music. After jamming together with other musicians, the desire to become a band arose. Through several
performances and line-up changes Glen and Brandon were left without a drummer. Only by sheer luck did they find
a posting for a drummer named Austin on Craigslist. To them it sounded too good to be true. Glen and Brandon, who
had several other drummers audition, were skeptical but hopeful. When they first jammed together they all knew that
fate had intervened. Together Austin, Glen, and Brandon create a fun and funky blend of many genres, all designed to
get your venue grooving.
Glen grew up in north Portland where he learned to sing in his urban middle schools
choir. Through high school he developed his soulful vocal style and eventually learned
to play guitar. After high school Glen studied classical and jazz voice at Clackamas
Community College as well as music theory. Glen now participates in many blues
jams in the area.
choir. Through high school he developed his soulful vocal style and eventually learned
to play guitar. After high school Glen studied classical and jazz voice at Clackamas
Community College as well as music theory. Glen now participates in many blues
jams in the area.
Austin was born in Bend Oregon and started playing drums at the age of 6.
While mostly self-taught Austin prides himself in his technical ability. After
high school he moved to New York City to play music. While there he was
a soundboard technician on and off Broadway. He came back to Portland
to further pursue his drumming career and has become very active in the blues
jam scene.