"He don't look like the guy on the beer bottle . . ."

No, he doesn't look like the guy on the beer bottle. For the record, this Sam Adams is the stand-up comedian who made a name for himself in the world of comedy by winning at the 2009 Great American Comedy Festival.

Smooth. Clever. Clean. Colorful. Funny. Those words are used often to describe Sam Adams, who was 41 years old in 2001 when he went on stage for the first time at an open mic comedy show. Today he performs as a headliner, featured act, guest speaker and master of ceremonies at comedy clubs, concerts, private parties and corporate events. He has shared stages with touring comedians and music recording artists - an eclectic, genre-jumping list of nationally-known performers ranging from comedians Frank Caliendo and Mike Epps to music's David Sanborn, Al Jarreau, Rick Springfield, The Guess Who, Starship and The Lettermen.

During the summer of 2003, Sam Adams entered a radio station's comedy contest held at Denver's famed Comedy Works. He advanced to the finals and received a favorable review from the Denver Business Journal for "bringing down the house with a string of well-delivered lines that were notable for their lack of profanity, scatological or sexual references." Later that year he took third place (in a field of 100 comics) at the Comedy Works annual New Talent competition.

Off the record, Sam Adams has more than 20 years of experience as a sports journalist. In 2003 he received the "Print Journalist of the Year" award from the Colorado Association of Black Journalists. Sam Adams has covered championship events at all levels - most notable four Super Bowls, two Olympics, two NCAA men's basketball Final Fours, one Stanley Cup Finals and one World Series.

What People Are Saying

"On behalf of everyone on the Board of the Denver Buff Club, I want to thank you for your very generous support of our 2009 Golf Tournament. The event was very successful and a portion of our proceeds will go toward CU athletic scholarships. You were a fabulous emcee and I hope that well have the opportunity to work with you again in the future."
-- D Krier

"Just wanted to thank you for being a part of the Comedy Night to benefit Morgan Adams Foundation a few weeks ago! We had a great night and truly appreciate your support! Thanks so much!"
-- Joan

"We just wanted to let you know we really enjoyed your show last night! Thanks for the laughs and good times, I don't think we'll be able to walk past the paint aisle in Walmart without laughing about our true color! Thanks again and Happy Holidays!!"
-- Cory & Reannan

"You were absolutely amazing and everyone is talking about it, emailing and calling about how awesome you were! They kept asking me where I found you! FUN! Thanks for making our party the best one ever! Have a great week!"
-- Nora

"Thanks for coming up to Eagle and blessing us with your wisdom and humor! I look forward to more of you in the future, perhaps I will make it to one of your shows in Denver."
-- Constance

"You did a great job at the Mines Homecoming Luncheon. My girlfriends and I would love to see you at Comedy Works. Marla - the crazy blonde - not only has a great non-profit - but, needs someone with your personality to help take her to the next level. She needs a raise!
-- "MO" Luken

"I saw you at Glenmoor last month. You were fabulous!!!"
-- Stephanie

"Awesome show Saturday night. I am a forever fan."
-- Michelle M.

"Just saw your show - loved it! It was great to laugh after a stressful week at work. My friends laugh at all my paint chip samples when I do a project - you can guess my favorite bit.
-- Mary Cotter

"Thank you, again!! Bianca & I had a great time! You were sooooooooo funny. I love your Bill Cosby! Hope to see you again"
-- Karen

"On behalf of the Camp Counselors of Janet's Camp and the volunteers and staff of the YMCA of Metropolitan Denver, it is my pleasure to express our sincere gratitude for being one of our emcees at the 3rd Annual Janet's Camp . . . Thanks a million! You rocked the trumpet."
-- Carey