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Copperopolis

T. Snyder | AZ | 03/14/2006

(4 out of 5 stars)

""Copperopolis" by Charlie Hunter is yet another good solid outing from the jazz guitarist's trio.



The music here is very hip and cool. The music is upbeat for the most part. It's good driving jazz.



Charlie Hunter sounds like the Jimi Hendrix of jazz guitar at times. The amount of sounds that the trio produces is very impressive.



Overall it's really good music. There are only a few songs that don't work for me.



Charlie Hunter consistently puts out good (occasionally great) albums. This one's good."

A big fan with a little let down

B. Staebell | Rochester, NY United States | 03/23/2006

(3 out of 5 stars)

"I'm a huge fan of Charlie Hunter. I've seen him live 3 times, and own just about all of his CD's. He's a great musician and i really respect him



Copperopolis fell short for me. It doesn't seem like it was well thought out. Seems as though the band just walked into the studio, jammed a bit...and that's what the CD is. WHile i think a few songs are pretty good, over all this one doesn't measure up to my standards in CH's music.



It does seem that he's putting out a lot of new records each year, which is a good thing, but i think if he could spend some more time developing the albums, rather than just having a quick turnaround, it'd result in a better product.



I'd lvoe for him to do another album like Songs From teh Analog Playground again. I still have that one in my rotation.



Keep on playin Charlie!!!"

Jazz that sizzles!

Marie | USA | 02/20/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This album and the Trio are at a peak! Jazz reviewers rave about this album and with good reason. Hunter, Ellis and Phillips have pooled together their talents and created something fresh and vibrant.



I saw them last night in NYC and they were alive with all the things that make great music. Charlie Hunter used his ingenious eight string guitar to lay down some unbelievable licks. The sound he is able to produce on his specially made instrument go beyond anything you'll find done by other musicians.



Derreck Phillips played the drums with one hand, shook a tambourine in the other, never missed a beat and sounded like he was playing with both! I had never seen anything like it!



John Ellis and his talent on multiple instruments brought an extra dimension to the group. He is a truly original artist playing the Tenor Saxophone, Bass Clarinet, Organ and his most unusal instrument, the Melodica. Together this trio is more than awesome.



This CD is a must for anyone even remotely interested in jazz music. It has elements of jazz, blues, funk and even more! It rocks! See them live if you can - you'll never forget it!"