Biography
Sam Adams performs sold out shows in the United Kingdom and Europe as a saxophonist and lead vocalist for ska and reggae bands Gold Steppers, The Dualers and Bad Manners. A recent album (Palm Trees and 80 Degrees) entered the UK Album Charts at number 5 and Sam is continuing to write songs for his solo album. He is also due to perform at Wembley Arena and other large scale arenas as well as Glastonbury Festival. Additionally, he has performed with Neo Soul legend, Omar and 80’s pop act, Yazz.
Sam continues to enjoy working with his ‘extended music family’ - award winning tribute band - ‘And Finally...Phil Collins - a tribute to Phil Collins’. Acknowledged by Phil Collins himself, Sam performed at La Cigale in Paris. Other productions have included ‘Talon: Best of The Eagles’ and ‘Amy: A Tribute to Amy Winehouse’.
He continues with his part-time role as a fully qualified classroom music teacher where he runs the A Level Music, Popular Music and Music Technology courses as well as teaching saxophone. He facilitates visiting musicians to present and lead workshops for his college students: Tomorrow Warriors (Binker Golding), Mark Lockheart and pianist Nikki Yeoh.
