Jazz Articles about Charlie Hunter

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The Charlie Hunter Trio: Friends Seen and Unseen

by Doug Collette
July 9, 2004

Charlie Hunter is groove incarnate. Whether in his own groups, as a member of Garage a Trois, in duet with Bobby Previte, or reuniting with TJ Kirk (all this activity in the past year), this master of the eight-string guitar radiates an infectious joy that permeates his own playing as well as the musicianship of those around him. On much of his new album, Friends Seen and Unseen , Hunter sets the stage for his two partners, in just the ...

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Charlie Hunter Trio: Friends Seen and Unseen

by Mark F. Turner
July 7, 2004

Charlie Hunter Trio Friends Seen and Unseen Ropeadope 2004

The prolific and ever interesting Charlie Hunter continues to change musical colors. For over ten years the unique guitarist has continued to produce releases that prove his talent and popularity. Some have hailed Hunter as the new crossover jazz prince who has attracted younger audiences with recordings such as last years Right Now Move and 2001‘s Songs from the Analog Playground which featured guest singers ...

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Charlie Hunter Quintet: Right Now Move

by Farrell Lowe
April 6, 2003

With the release of Right Now Move Charlie Hunter has migrated into a more mature ensemble sensibility. Beginning with his choice of instrumental colors, Hunter seems to be exploring new personal ground by combining harmonica, tenor sax, bass clarinet, and trombone with his earthy B-3esque guitar sound. In fact, Hunter appears to approach his unique eight-string guitar from a Hammond B-3 perspective. His bass lines often sound like they could more likely have been generated on the pedals under an ...

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Charlie Hunter: Songs From The Analog Playground

by Mark Corroto
November 1, 2001

Ever since guitarist Charlie Hunter emerged onto the jazz scene he has had his own distinctive sound. His 1993 the Charlie Hunter Trio Recording (Mammoth) was a top jam-band disc and this was years before the jam-band phenomena was launched. His seven, now eight-string guitar playing added the bass line much like an organ accompanist, providing a soul-jazz to a hip-hop/rock mentality.

Songs From The Analog Playground is Hunter's seventh for Blue Note records and his first to feature vocalists. ...

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Charlie Hunter: Charlie Hunter

by Mark Corroto
July 1, 2000

Confessions of a self-proclaimed jazz snob. I admit it. After listening to jazz for these many years, I’ve absorbed New Orleans/swing/ bop/ post-bop/hard bop, and free-jazz. I, like many of you, have little patience for the thin veil of pop music. Give me Anthony Braxton’s equations or give me death.

After listening to Charlie Hunter’s latest disc, his sixth for Blue Note, I am reminded of whence I came. Like all baby-boomers, I was a rock-n-roller before I was this ...

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Charlie Hunter: Charlie Hunter

by Jim Santella
July 1, 2000

Grabbing at the traditional roots of jazz, Charlie Hunter explores the possibilities. His instrument provides a bass line, chordal harmony and plucky melodies. Hunter’s 7th release contains ample variety; six of the nine tracks are fresh originals. Both horns provide outstanding additions to the band; particularly on the charging “Nothin’ But Trouble."

Highly recommended, Charlie Hunter’s latest album places an emphasis on overall ensemble sound and individual lyricism. My only regret is that it’s not long enough. While 48:22 is ...

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Charlie Hunter: Charlie Hunter

by Jim Santella
July 1, 2000

Grabbing at the traditional roots of jazz, Charlie Hunter explores the possibilities. His instrument provides a bass line, chordal harmony and plucky melodies. Hunter’s 7th release contains ample variety; six of the nine tracks are fresh originals. Both horns provide outstanding additions to the band; particularly on the charging “Nothin’ But Trouble."

Highly recommended, Charlie Hunter’s latest album places an emphasis on overall ensemble sound and individual lyricism. My only regret is that it’s not long enough. While 48:22 is ...