Alongside soulful vocals and introspective songwriting reflecting on his Ethiopian roots, Connecticut based Amani Burnham crackles with groovy blues-rock riffs, cosmic solos, and stinging vibrato. His remarkable guitar work, characterized by the unique use of his thumb, oozes with raw emotion that resonates throughout his passionate singing and evocative songwriting. Burnham draws on the pure power of the classic blues trio—just guitar, bass, and drums. Joined on his live shows by bassist Garret Lutzo and drummer Henry Maass, Amani’s stripped-down and dynamic playing hits with clarity and force, delivering a sound that’s both intimate and thunderous. The passion in his performance is unmistakable.
Touring in support of his debut album Roots & Wings (out May 29, 2026 – Blind Pig Records), Burnham honours the legacy of blues-rock giants while heralding a bold new voice for a new generation.
“Amani’s musical career is clearly on the ascendancy.” —Blues & Rhythm Magazine