Trumpeter, vocalist, and songwriter Shamarr Allen has released the latest project with this band, the Underdawgs, as a mixtape which is available for streaming or as a free download.
The twelve tracks feature all of the hallmarks of Allen’s sound. Though known throughout the early part of his career as a brass band trumpeter, including a tenure with the Rebirth Brass Band, he has developed into a formidable bandleader, rapper, and songwriter.
The Underdawgs’ music walks the line between various genres and comes across as a funky rock band with tinges of hip hop, reggae, and jazz. There are elements of soul and R&B as well. He even sings in a falsetto on “Got Me Like.” “Jazz Resuscitation (Dub Step)” and “Blue Orleans” have some really strong trumpet work.
Interested fans can listen to the mixtape via the Soundcloud link above. Free download cards are available at Allen’s performances as well as via social media.
Famous for using his actual cell phone number as a recent album title, Allen is widely accessible through Facebook and Twitter. So if you want the download and don’t plan on being at any shows soon, friend him and follow him—and the release will soon be yours.
