Mighty Vertebrate, by Los Angeles-based bassist and composer Anna Butterss, is making waves in the jazz scene and beyond. Their second solo album delivers a musical punch that effectively leaves a lasting impact on its listeners thanks to its raw, unfiltered, and creative flavour.

As Butterss’ International Anthem debut, Mighty Vertebrate is the product of a tight and structured approach to composition and production. From expanding the role of the bass into more than its expected musical function to incorporating three-bar phrasing, sampling, and drum machines, the album is a coordinated and strategic effort by Butterss.

Expectedly, the end product of this careful planning has manifested into a melodic and magical collection of tracks oozing with personality and a genre-fluid vibe. It takes listeners on a fantastic and beautiful ride into the mind of a musical genius, Anna Butterss.

Each song in Mighty Vertebrate can successfully hit the mark in terms of structure and overall musicality. Butterss’ ability to unite individual melodies and instruments into a cohesive yet naturally flowing whole is nothing short of amazing.

The first song in the album, “Bishop,” serves as a wonderful opener to Mighty Vertebrate. It immediately introduces a rock-solid and melodically unforgettable composition with Butterss hooking you in with a killer bassine.

Other songs on the album, such as “Dance Steve”, “Pokemans”, and “Seeing You,” highlight the individual prowess of Butterss’ regular collaborators, such as  Jeff Parker (guitar), Josh Johnson (saxophone), Ben Lumsdaine (drums, guitar), and Gregory Uhlmann (guitar).