Amani Burnham w/ Emily Margaret

The upcoming release Roots & Wings marks the electrifying debut of 20-year-old blues-rock sensation Amani Burnham, who has captivated millions on social media with his raw talent and magnetic presence. Released on the acclaimed Blind Pig Records, this 12-track collection showcases Amani’s remarkable guitar work–played uniquely with his right-hand thumb rather than a pick–alongside soulful vocals and introspective songwriting. From the turbo-charged instrumental “Fastlane” to the deeply personal title track reflecting on his Ethiopian roots, the album crackles with groovy blues-rock riffs, cosmic solos, and stinging vibrato. Recorded at the renowned Carriage House Studios with a classic power-trio setup, Roots & Wings honors the legacy of blues-rock giants while heralding a bold new voice for a new generation.

Since first picking up a guitar at age 7, and writing her first song two years later, 19-year-old Emily Margaret has refined her craft under the guidance of industry veterans, including June Millington at the Institute of Musical Arts and two time grammy award winner Sonya Kitchell. Drawing inspiration from R&B, jazz, and folk influences, she crafts a soulful folk sound that showcases her poetic yet relatable lyrics and her dynamic, velvety voice. “Her music shows nuance and sophistication — and prodigious talent.” (Seven Days Vermont). Emily Margaret’s early formative performances include providing backup vocals for Lake Street Dive at the Newport Folk Festival at age 11 and opening for the Boxcar Lilies at the Iron Horse Music Hall at age 12. She has gone on to perform at notable venues including Hawks and Reed, The Stone Church, Next Stage Arts and Billsville, sharing the stage with lauded singer songwriters including Ken Pomeroy, Hayley Reardon, Sam Robbins and Paper Wings.