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Luther Kent (born June 23, 1948〔("Classic Songs": A Romantic Jewel Pulled Out of Luther Kent's Trick Bag (Club Louisianne) )〕) is an American blues singer based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Kent is known for a big soulful voice and his big horn-based group Luther Kent & Trick Bag that mixed swinging blues with New Orleans R&B. == Biography == In 1948, Luther Kent was born Kent Rowell in New Orleans, Louisiana.〔(Luther Kent biography on Allmusic )〕 As a vocalist, he was influenced by artists such as Bobby Bland, Etta James, and Ray Charles.〔(“Luther Kent Sings The Bobby Bland Songbook” liner notes )〕 Kent began to sing professionally when he was 14, and his first record was released by Montel Records.〔(Luther Kent biography on official website )〕 In 1970, he became the lead singer for a group named Cold Grits. The group was subsequently signed to Ode Records, but their record was never released.〔 Kent joined Blood Sweat & Tears in 1974 and toured with them until the end of that same year. However, he never recorded with the group as he was still bound by contract with Ode Records at the time.〔 In 1977, Kent released his first solo album ''World Class'' on RCS Records recorded in Boulder, Colorado, and at Abbey Road Studios in London.〔 In 1978, Kent and ex-Wayne Cochran musical director, Charlie Brent formed Luther Kent & Trick Bag.〔 The band was active during the 1980s and 1990s, and released 3 CDs under the name. Kent released a gospel album in 1996 teaming up with John Lee & the Heralds of Christ. The album also featured Allen Toussaint and Pete Fountain. Kent toured Italy in 2006 with Italian blues guitarist Robi Zonca and his band. The show was recorded and released as album ''Magic Box'' that year.〔((Robi Zonca & Luther Kent MAGIC BOX) )〕 Apart from his solo work, Kent also sings as a guest with the traditional jazz group, The Dukes of Dixieland on selected dates. Kent is also on some of their recordings. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Luther Kent」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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