MAGNOLIAS

BIO

Marcella Simien, a Memphis based singer-songwriter, accordion player, and multi-instrumentalist, and Anne Harris, a Chicago based fiddle player, and singer-songwriter, are Magnolias- an American Roots and Folk project. Anchored deeply in their unique heritages, their sonic signature is born from a myriad of musical influences. They bring Creole, Soul, Blues, Folk, and other Roots traditions together with power, grace and ease. As two women of color, they weave their ancestral stories deep into the fabric of their music, giving a soulful voice to a perspective that encompasses not only their personal journeys but the universal connection of the human experience.

Their soul-stirring vocals and poignant, thought-provoking lyrics, along with their electrifying stage presence takes the audience on a spell-binding, revelatory experience.

PRESS

“Simien’s powerhouse voice lends itself to the group’s swampy soul sound.” - Paste Magazine

“Anne Harris has played many blues festivals but uses the blues as a starting point. By opening herself up to other realms a more apt description may be a cosmic consciousness that exhibits a spiritual, humanist philosophy.” — No Depression

“Once you have witnessed Anne Harris play the violin, you aren’t likely to forget the experience any time soon... She inhabits the music, or maybe the music inhabits her, but it is impossible not to be drawn under her spell.” — BluesWax

“Simien's soulful vocals are the prime complement to Qemist's opulent production. The tune sounds how memories feel, creating a nostalgic atmosphere to an otherwise fresh take on drum & bass”. — TheFADER

SOCIALS

Marcella Simien

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