This landmark Blue Note Records release introduced Hunter's custom Novax eight-string guitar to a wide audience. Featuring a trio with drummer Jay Lane and saxophonist David Ellis, it blends hard bop with acid jazz and funk.
Instrumental jazz-funk reimagining of iconic reggae melodies. 3. Return of the Candyman (1998)
Hunter’s final album for Blue Note saw him collaborating with vocalists for the first time. The guest list is eclectic, featuring Norah Jones , Kurt Elling, and Mos Def. Charlie Hunter - 7 albums
Highlights Hunter's ability to provide a deep, soulful pocket for diverse vocal styles. 5. Solo Eight-String Guitar (2000)
Captures a "late-night," noir-tinted vibe with infectious, laid-back rhythms. 7. SuperBlue (2021) This landmark Blue Note Records release introduced Hunter's
Stripped-back arrangements that highlight the unique "fanned-fret" instrument's capabilities.
Charlie Hunter is a jazz-fusion virtuoso famous for playing custom seven and eight-string guitars that allow him to play bass, chords, and melodies simultaneously. Over a career spanning more than 30 years, he has released dozens of albums as a leader and collaborator. Highlights Hunter's ability to provide a deep, soulful
A fresh fusion of jazz vocals, heavy funk beats, and Hunter's signature hybrid guitar grooves.