[5] In March 2010, Shawn released his follow-up project "The Audition EP", hosted by world-renowned DJs Mick Boogie and Terry Urban.
Led by his hit single "Catch Me If You Can", which premiered on BET's 106 and Park as the New Joint of the Day on January 5, 2011,[6] it received features in all of the music industry's top magazines and television networks (including VIBE Magazine who covered Shawn's album release event in Times Square New York.
(mixtape) is a precursor to his debut album, Lovestory LP, that was released July 26, 2012, via livemixtapes.com independently under Shawn's Honour Role Music.
The mixtape features guest appearances from GLC, Dom Kennedy, Kris Kasanova, Mann, Stunnaman and Phil Ade.
[9] Inspiration for Shawn's mixtape includes UK artists like James Blake, Gang Colours and Tinnie Tempah.
The singles "One of My Homies" and "Situation" featuring American hip hop recording artist, Dom Kennedy were the sure-fire standout songs off the mixtape.
The ad was printed in August issue of XXL magazine and used online advertisting on many well known music and fashion blogs throughout the internet.
[15][non-primary source needed] Shawn answered questions from fans spanning from games, upcoming music releases, touring, etc.
Both sides hinted at a much deeper relationship in the following months including more cross-promotion and Shawn Chrystopher personalized Xbox items.