BMDA Cinq à sept: The Lionyls, Romy Mounzer

Description

OMIC is partnering with the ByWard Market District Authority (BMDA) to program free live music for the launch of their summer concert series in Ottawa’s ByWard Market District. Taking place every Thursday from 5 PM - 7 PM in the George St Plaza from June 6th through to Oct 10th, these performances will showcase incredible talent in the city. These shows provide paid opportunities to emerging and established artists from and touring through the National Capital Region. The 19-week-long series will be coordinated by OMIC and hosted by Ottawa recording artist Tara Shannon, as well as other special guests.

Program Details

Date: Every Thursday from 5pm-7pm
Venue: 55 Byward Market Square 
Time: 5pm-7pm 
Price: FREE (no ticket required)

Presented with support from the Byward Market District Authority (BMDA) 

Programming

The Lionyls 

The Lionyls are a four-piece Rock & Soul outfit based in Ottawa, Canada with an unmistakable sound and ability to make their audiences move. Inspired by rhythm & blues, funk, soul, and rock & roll traditions, they have crafted an organic sound that is both timeless and current, raw and refined. The band combines elements from many different genres to create songs that transcend social and cultural barriers and connect people from all walks of life.

After winning the Live 88.5 Big Money Shot in 2014 The Lionyls caught the attention of music fans across the Ottawa Valley. They spent the following three years honing their craft with a non-stop performance schedule performing at landmark festivals and events including: Ottawa Bluesfest, CityFolk, HOPE Volleyball, the National Arts Centre, and Westfest, and supported some of Canada’s biggest names including: Sam Roberts, Serena Ryder, and The Trews. Finally, in April 2017 they released their self-titled debut full-length album, The Lionyls, and toured across Canada in support of the new record.

In early 2018, The Lionyls returned to the studio, with a catalogue of new material. The result was The Lionyls II (due Fall 2019), a concept album that encourages the listener to question contemporary pop culture values. The album showcases a new level of musical innovation, incorporating elements from afrobeat, jazz and hip hop seamlessly with their funk, soul, and rock and roll roots.

Their music truly comes to life in live performance, where their skillful musicianship, charismatic presence, and raw energy invite the audience to join them deep in the groove.

Romy Mounzer 

From a young age, it was clear that Romy Mounzer was destined to captivate audiences with her voice. Her passion for music and its diverse genres began in early childhood, and her family recognized her exceptional talent when she was just five years old.

Romy’s deep connection to music flourished through her journey of singing, songwriting, recording, and performing. Chin Radio acclaimed her for her highly dynamic and angelic voice. Most of her original songs are featured on Chin Radio 97.9 FM. Her Christmas hit, “Christmas Everywhere” was featured on move 100 for two consecutive years during the Christmas Season, and was also featured on The New Hot 89.9, on the segment called Local Love.

She has proudly performed the National Anthem for the CFL Ottawa Redblacks, and at the RCMP Sunset Ceremonies-Musical Ride multiple times. Romy is also a regular anthem singer for the Ottawa Marathon during Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend. A highlight of her singing career was debuting her first EP on CTV Morning Live in June 2024.

She is excited to announce the release of her debut EP "FEEL" on June 13, 2024. "FEEL" embodies Romy's path to self-discovery and liberation, exploring themes of freedom, healing and resilience.  This EP represents her journey of breaking free from past constraints, from negativity and from her fears. She is equally thrilled to unveil the official music video for her single “FEEL,” which premiered on August 20, 2024.