Known for their energetic live shows and a sound that takes influences from 1950s/1960s doo-wop and rock 'n' roll and disguises it as modern earwormy pop, Lyons Lane are carving their own lane in the legendary musical city of Detroit, MI. A collaboration between Mark Leo and Tomcat Thompson, Lyons Lane have crafted their unique sound and presence that appeals to people of various music tastes. With comparisons to the Arctic Monkeys and The 1975 with the showmanship and dance moves of James Brown and Jackie Wilson, Lyons Lane is captivating both musically and visually.
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Vintage Style with Pop Sensibility
One look at singer/guitarist Leo and fans draw comparisons to the swagger of Elvis Presley and the showmanship of James Brown, with the voice of Alex Turner mixed with Ben E King. Leo has done his homework, spending every day since his preteens digging deep into the music of the 50s and early 60s and finding what made it so great.
He was never interested in being a tribute or nostalgia artist, and always was inspired by what was achieved by the likes of Amy Winehouse, who took her vintage sound and turned it into Top 40 popular music.
Lyons Lane has developed a quite impressive following in their hometown. 14-20 year old girls will sing along to songs not yet released as Lyons Lane gives them a memorable show with a 5-piece, 7-piece, or 8-piece band behind them.
Since inception, Lyons Lane has:
- Headlined Magic Stick in Detroit
- Played the famous Arts, Beats and Eats festival in Royal Oak in 2022 and 2023
- Played other Detroit festivals such as: Winterblast, Pig & Whiskey, Detroit Harvestfest, Royal Oak Taco Fest
- Played in front of 200 people in Grand Rapids (4 hours away from hometown)
- Played in front of 250 people in Frankenmuth (2 hours away from hometown)
- Landed production deal with the studio known for Greta Van Fleet
