Initially recorded on 16-track two-inch tape and later digitized, Charlie Hunter’s latest LP Baboon Strength owes much of its appeal to Erik Deutch’s 1970s Yamaha combo organ, Casiotone and Echoplex—an amazing instrument capable of extracting sounds both classic and cosmic. It helps that Deutch knows how to manipulate it so, perfectly complementing Hunter’s innovative genius on his signature seven-string guitar. And don’t forget Tony Mason, locking the whole shebang into a solid groove. Oh, it’s smooth. Hunter just recently emerged from the studio recording Strength’s follow-up with another all-star cast players including members of Jazz Passengers and Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings. Tonight, he’ll showcase his instrumental jazz/funk prowess with Terrence Higgins (Dirty Brass Band). Hunter makes complex arrangements appear easy. Rest assured, they’re not. All you have to do is sit back; enjoy the ride. The State Room, 638 S. State, p.m. Tickets: TheStateRoomSLC.com
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