CIPHER
Unlocking CIPHER
a message from Charlie Porter
Featuring
Charlie Porter - trumpet
Nick Biello - saxophones
George Colligan - piano
Alan Jones - drums
Garrett Baxter - bass
About the Album
Cipher is more than a listening experience — it’s an invitation into sound, story, and mystery. Across eight original compositions, GRAMMY-winning trumpeter and composer Charlie Porter leads a fearless ensemble — Nick Biello (alto sax), George Colligan (piano), Garrett Baxter (bass), and Alan Jones (drums) — through music that ranges from mysterious swing to angular, modern grooves to lyrical ballads.
Each piece stands on its own as a cinematic, forward-thinking jazz statement. But woven inside the notes and rhythms are hidden ciphers: nine secret messages waiting to be decoded. Together, they form an intricate puzzle leading beyond the music into the real world.
Rooted in the spirit of exploration and Porter’s lifelong fascination with codes, riddles, and storytelling, Cipher dares you not only to listen, but to solve.
Crack the Code!
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Nine Clues: Embedded across the eight tracks are nine coded messages. Each one brings you closer to the final answer.
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The Destination: Decoding the clues leads to a secret location somewhere in the continental United States, where an object has been hidden.
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The Prize: The first person to find the object and present proof of their solve claims a $10,000 reward.
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Safety First: The hidden location is safe, public, and accessible. No dangerous terrain, no trespassing.
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To Win: You must provide:
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Proof of purchase of at least the album (sheet music optional).
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Your step-by-step solves showing how you cracked each clue.
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The Hunt Begins: September 26, 2025.
Cipher is both music and map — a challenge that asks: will you be the one to decode it?
DISCLAIMER:
By participating in the Cipher treasure hunt, you acknowledge and agree that you are engaging in this activity voluntarily and at your own risk. Neither Charlie Porter, PHP Records, nor any affiliates, partners, or sponsors shall be liable for any injury, loss, damage, or claim of any kind that may arise from or relate to your participation.
The hidden location associated with this hunt is intended to be safe, public, and accessible. However, it is your responsibility to exercise caution and sound judgment at all times. By joining the hunt, you agree to assume full responsibility for your actions and their consequences.