The Ernie Freeman Combo was an R&B and jazz ensemble led by pianist, arranger, and bandleader Ernie Freeman, active primarily in the 1950s and early 1960s. Known for their smooth blend of jump blues, early rock ’n’ roll, and pop-inflected instrumentals, the group helped define the West Coast sound of the era. Their hit recording of “Raunchy” became a crossover success, highlighting Freeman’s impeccable keyboard work and arranging skills that later earned him recognition as one of the leading session musicians and arrangers in American popular music.