Musician Shamarr Allen greets the Secret City Summer Concert crowd gathered Friday evening at the Ashley Pond Park Pavilion. Allen is the definition of New Orleans, according to a press release, and has influences in jazz, hip-hop, rock, funk rhythms, blues and country. In addition to performing with his band, The Underdawgs, Allen has collaborated with many renowned artists around the world such as Willie Nelson, Patti LaBelle, Galactic, Harry Connick Jr, and Lenny Kravitz. Allen and The Underdawgs are sought-after artists for festivals and venues around the world. With a scintillating and unique sound, and exemplary talents, Allen transcends musical boundaries. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

Concertgoers take over the lawn at Ashley Pond Park Friday evening for the summer concert. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

Shamarr Allen and his band The Underdawgs rock out Friday at the pond. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

The Underdawgs perform at the Friday night concert. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos Public School employee Trey Pereyda along with Los Alamos Chamber Director Ryn Herrman make introductory remarks during the summer concert Friday evening at the pond. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

The Hillstompers perform for the crowd during the Secret City Summer Concert show Friday at the Ashley Pond Park Pavilion. The concert was sponsored by Los Alamos Pride. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com