Sam Amidon and Sam Wilkes

Apr 22, 2026 at 8:00 PM · Zebulon, Los Angeles, CA Zebulon, Los Angeles, CA

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Sam Amidon

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Vermont-born Sam Amidon is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, celebrated for his unique fusion of traditional Appalachian folk with experimental music. He reworks old ballads and hymns, playing banjo, guitar, and fiddle. Notable albums include "Salt River" (2025) and "Sam Amidon" (2020). He has collaborated with artists like Bill Frisell, Nico Muhly, and Beth Orton, and is known for songs like "Sugar Baby."

Sam Wilkes

Sam Wilkes, a bassist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer from Connecticut, is a key figure in the Los Angeles jazz scene. His music blends jazz, funk, R&B, ambient, and indie rock. Known for extensive collaborations with Sam Gendel and work with Knower, Wilkes has released acclaimed albums like "Wilkes", "Driving", and "Uhlmann Johnson Wilkes". His track "BOA" gained popularity from the "Malcolm & Marie" soundtrack.