Charlie Hunter - 7 Albums Today

6. Everybody Has a Plan Until They Get Punched in the Mouth (2016)

A fresh fusion of jazz vocals, heavy funk beats, and Hunter's signature hybrid guitar grooves.

A pure showcase of Hunter's technical mastery, this self-released project features him playing completely solo. It provides the clearest evidence of how he functions as a one-man band, holding down walking bass lines while soloing. Charlie Hunter - 7 albums

Below is a curated look at seven essential albums that define his career, from his early Blue Note success to his recent genre-bending collaborations. 1. Bing, Bing, Bing! (1995)

Recorded with his group Pound for Pound, this album features vibraphonist Stefon Harris and percussionist John Santos. It was dedicated to saxophonist Calder Spanier, who had recently passed away. It provides the clearest evidence of how he

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.

In this bold quartet project, Hunter reimagines Bob Marley’s classic album in its entirety. It is widely cited as one of his most artistically successful recordings. Bing, Bing, Bing

Instrumental jazz-funk reimagining of iconic reggae melodies. 3. Return of the Candyman (1998)