Shamarr Allen coming to The Camp House on Saturday
This Saturday you have the opportunity to be transported from Chattanooga to New Orleans through the unique musical talent of Shamarr Allen. Allen is well known and deeply loved in New Orleans, and he’s coming to The Camp House to spread his infectious sound. He is on tour and is being supported by Jazzanooga and The Tenesha Irvin Show, a talk show about real issues and the ways to resolve them.
Shamarr Allen is a native of New Orleans and a seasoned trumpeter and vocalist. He has been compared to Lenny Kravitz, Patti LaBelle, and Branford Marsalis to name just a few. Not only has he been likened to some of the greats, but he’s played with them. He has jammed with artists such as Leon Russell, Ray Price, and R.E.M.
He prides himself on originality and the genre of his music speaks to his determined vision. His music has been coined with the innovative genre, hip-rock. His music bends and stretches the boundaries of jazz, hip-hop, rock, and funk. He creates all original music and has spoken passionately about the joys of improvising on stage, something you would be sure to see if you attend Saturday.
His newest album, 504-799-8147, is a precise representation of the genre-bending approach he has perfected. This 14-track album is sure to be in the mix of the set list for this Saturday, and it is an experience you don’t want to miss.
For tickets, go to evenbrite.com and to learn more about Allen, visit his website shamarrallen.com.
Shamarr Allen
Saturday, 8:30 p.m.
The Camp House
149 E. MLK Blvd.
thecamphouse.com