Charlie Hunter - 7 Albums Apr 2026

A highly acclaimed collaboration with vocalist Kurt Elling and members of the funk group Butcher Brown. The project earned a GRAMMY® nomination and features a modern, groove-centric sound.

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) Charlie Hunter - 7 albums

Released on Snarky Puppy’s GroundUP Music label, this album was recorded live without overdubs in a single session. It features a blues-heavy sound with a quartet including cornet and trombone. A highly acclaimed collaboration with vocalist Kurt Elling

Instrumental jazz-funk reimagining of iconic reggae melodies. 3. Return of the Candyman (1998) It features a blues-heavy sound with a quartet

Captures a "late-night," noir-tinted vibe with infectious, laid-back rhythms. 7. SuperBlue (2021)

Includes a popular jazz interpretation of Nirvana's "Come as You Are". 2. Natty Dread (1997)