LionZ of Zion (the LOZ band)

Genre: Rock
Secondary Genre: Funk , South Carolina USA Contact

7 brand new songs from KINGS in our audio section!!

5 eclectic musicians, blurring the lines of genre, turning the music scene on its ear, and shoving awesomeness into it.

Artist Information

Biography

Blurring the lines of genre, the Lionz of Zion (LOZ) have created an energizing, multifarious sound that blends individual musical styles from each of their eclectic backgrounds. Strong influences ranging from rock, reggae, funk, pop, and R&B, ignites the LOZ band into an unconventional, funky, feel-good kinda’ jam band. Their all-embracing musical style keeps their broad spectrum of devoted fans coming back time and time again.

The Lionz of Zion band members are: Josh Forbus, Ryan "Dr. Luv Beatz" McCarthy, Daniel Wirgau, Brian Jeter and Wes Treadway. Their long-standing friendships are the secret to their intuitive, cohesive performances. The LOZ’s mantra:

One pride. One love.

The Lionz of Zion continue to gain a seriously addicted fan base from over 20 countries all wanting to hear more of this high octane mix. The Lionz of Zion can’t be explained...only experienced.

Influences: RX Bandits, moe., The Grateful Dead, 311, Mars Volta, Umphrey's Mcgee, Victor Wooten, Outkast, Pink Floyd, Phish, The Commodores, Boyz II Men, Otis Redding, Joe Cocker, Led Zeppelin, life, love, and trees.



Booking:
Daniel Lyles - Talent Agent/Mgr
email: daniel@dsbllc.com
cell: (864) 915-5096
office: (864) 349-1077

Any questions, comments or show inquiries can be addressed by contacting our manager above.



People we have been blessed to share a stage with:

Badfish
The Mosier Brothers
Afroman
Sol Driven Train
Perpetual Groove
Pastor Troy
Zach Deputy
The Movement
Villanova
Toubab Krewe
Mac Arnold and Plate Full O Blues

Instrumentation

Josh-Vocals
Daniel-Guitar/Vocals
Hootie-Bass
Simba-Keys
Ryan-Drums
Wes- Guitar

Discography

KINGS - April 2012
The Lost Recordings - Fall 2011
A New Reign EP 2010
Enter the Lionz Den 2009
Faces Stolen ep 2008

Links

Audio

Lyrics

Video

Lionz of Zion Point of View - Clemson University 8/24/2011

Photo Gallery

  • Sold Out

  • Handlebar Sold Out

  • Moon Logo

  • Song For You

  • Fool's Fest 2012

  • Josh

  • Brian

  • Wes

  • Daniel

  • Ryan

Press

  • Video Interview/Show [+ Show ]

    http://greenville.metromix.com/music/world_now_video/the-music-mix-lionz/889821/content If this...

  • Link Write Up [+ Show ]

    Like many bands, Lionz of Zion began in a garage—specifically drummer Ryan McCarthy’s. Eighteen mont...

  • Big Band With Big Talent [+ Show ]

    "The LOZ has that special mixture of great songs and infectious stage presence that will keep people...

  • Fox Rocks with The Lionz of Zion [+ Show ]

    "The Lionz Of Zion preformed on FOX Rocks as part of a new summer music series on WHNS-TV. Their fus...

  • Best Band [+ Show ]

    "This is easily one of the best bands SC has ever produced. They universally speak to one's ear hole...

  • Jack Douglas [+ Show ]

    "Hi Guys, I really enjoyed your music. A very interesting genre mix. Thanks for letting me listen" -...

  • A Lionz Share

    http://www.gvillemag.com/feature/g_tune/a_lionz_share

  • Lionz of Zion [+ Show ]

    It's hard not to be impressed with the tight musicianship of the Lionz of Zion. With a fresh, origin...

Setlist

Kings
Love (Make Some)
A New Drug
A Song For You
I Feel Fine
Better Way
The One
Indica
Troubles Pt. I & II
You Move Me
Tree of Love
To The Top
Stay
Wait
X's and Oh Yeahs
Be Free
Dreams
Those Days



Basic Requirements

Calendar

DateTimeVenueCity
May 25, 2012 Friday 10:00 PM The Emerald Lounge Asheville, NC, US
Jun 28, 2012 Thursday 8:00 PM Music on Main Concert Series Spartanburg, SC, US
Jun 29, 2012 Friday 10:00 PM Corner Pocket Taproom Greenville, SC, US
Aug 23, 2012 Thursday 12:00 AM Spitoono Clemson, SC, US
Oct 14, 2012 Sunday 12:00 AM Fall for Greenville Greenville, SC, US