About
SQUATTR is a band based in Boise, ID with an eclectic sound that straddles the gaps between funk, rock, and fusion. Their brand of live entertainment combines danceable grooves, varying setlists, and live improvisation in the now tried-and-true jam band tradition. But in their openness to musical spontaneity, they never sacrifice their dedication to technical precision, their focus on thoughtful songcraft, or their emphasis on relentless rhythm.
The group was founded by composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Jack Johnson in 2022. In previous years, he had cut his teeth touring with Portland guitar virtuoso Scott Pemberton, backing him up at various times on bass, guitar, and keyboards in the numerous traveling incarnations of his group. After settling back down in his hometown of Boise, Jack set out to form a band locally as a vehicle for his own original music and as a creative outlet for all involved.
The band released their first album, STARTR, in Fall of 2022. The self-produced album was recorded locally at Spencer Batt Studios and features a plethora of Boise musicians who contributed their talent to the individual tracks. The album is available to be heard on Spotify as well as all other major streaming services.