New Music: MAGNOLIA - Norwich's Art-Punk Collective Delivers "Omaha Beach"

MAGNOLIA is a seven-piece art-punk collective hailing from Norwich, UK. They are known for their intense, dark beauty, intricate and wrought creations, blending elements of avant-garde folk-punk with wild, whimsical, delicate, and courageous songwriting. Their musical process is described as immersive, at times fractious, but ultimately restorative for the band members. They have been active in the London and Norwich live scenes, with upcoming performances at venues like The Windmill Brixton and festivals like Tramlines. The band's debut EP, also titled "Omaha," is set to be released on May 30, 2025. Members mentioned include guitarist/vocalist George Rodgers and singer/bassist Adam Turner, as well as Daisy Green, Harrison Peek, Tom Reynolds, Matthew Creegan, and Matthew Cassie, with additional cello by Eva Wright and violin by Trudie Allen on this track.

The Song: "Omaha Beach"

"Omaha Beach" is the latest single from MAGNOLIA, released on May 27, 2025, and serves as a sprawling, cinematic closer to their long-awaited debut EP, "Omaha."

This song was explicitly "made to be war music," with the band aiming for a heavy and rocking sound. Lyrically, "Omaha Beach" was initially inspired by the incredibly bleak film "Come And See," which depicts the horrors of World War II. However, the lyrics evolved during the recording process to become a tribute to people in the band members' lives who have helped them stay sane and grounded during the intense and sometimes stressful creation of their music. The song is a powerful blend of external, dark inspirations with deeply personal gratitude and reflection on resilience.

Band Page: https://www.instagram.com/magnoliaband_uk/