The Lion Within
Forged in the fires of Detroit, The Lion Within is an original Active Rock/Post Grunge band with the intent to spread their brand of high-energy Rock. Within a sound that has been influenced by 90's Grunge such as Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots, Active Rock such as Godsmack and Shinedown to Classic 70's icons such as Queen and Led Zeppelin, The Lion Within draws inspiration from the greats while focusing on creating a sound of their own. Heavy, Catchy, Deep, Provocative. These are words that have summed up their sound and attitude.
Currently working with producer Andy Patalan, who has worked with artists such as Cheap Trick, Ted Nugent, etc. The Lion Within has released 3 well-received original singles, “Too Many Lies” & “The Haunted (By the River)” with accompanying full production videos. With a 3rd single, “Starblind” released April 25 & many more original songs already written, The Lion Within plans to return to The Loft studios with producer Andy Patalan at the helm to record several more songs throughout 2024.
2022 was a productive year with a feature interview in UK print publication, Emerging Rock Magazine for their 2nd anniversary issue, as well as put into regular rotation on their radio station. The Lion Within has also shared the stage with national recording artists, Trapt, Saliva, Tantric, Flaw, Saving Abel, Drowning Pool, Gin Blossoms, Sponge, Scotty Austin (of Saving Abel), MEST, John Corabi (formerly of Motley Crue) as well as participated in fundraisers such as Rock 4 Tots to help children in need for the holidays & 4 Paws, 1 Heart. A non-profit organization helping abandoned & abused animals. The Lion Within has also been featured on WRIF101FM Detroit, Rock Rage Radio, ERB Radio & more. Also Detroit Music Awards final nominees for Outstanding Hard/Heavy Act, Spring/Summer 2023 was spent touring the Midwest, including tour runs with national recording artist Scotty Austin, formerly of Saving Abel & Grammy-nominated nationals, Rehab.
Crafting songs with a message, the Lion Within writes material that is powerful and relatable. Songs like, "The Haunted" which describes the sadness of losing a loved one, yet being haunted by their ghost. "Too Many Lies" which describes how relationships can go wrong based on selfishness and deception. "The Affirmation Song" which inspires hope, to find your inner strength and to be the best "you" that you can be. Lyrics that come from the heart with meaning are a huge component of what this band is about. To provide an empathetic soundtrack to the lives we all lead.
Take a listen for yourself. Indulge in a performance. Join the pride and fulfill your own lion within.
