Kent has been a drummer and percussionist for over 24 years. He began playing professional gigs with a Jazz quartet in the Greensboro area by the age of 16. He studied under Hank Dempsy who was a former touring drummer for Dizzy Gillespie. He then studied percussion at Appalachian State University. After graduation, Kent found himself in Asheville NC, which became his home for the next 12 years, other than one year exploring Nashville TN.
In that time Kent toured and recorded all over the east coast with various bands, most notably playing with Reese Wynans (Organ for Stevie Ray Vaughn) Joey Williams (guitarist for Blind Boys of Alabama, 5 times Grammy winner), and Wendell Mobley (songwriter for Rascal Flats). He has also been a notable teacher in the area, having a position at the iconic Musician’s Workshop in Asheville for over 6 years.
Currently, Kent has been on an extended sabbatical in the piedmont of NC since the pandemic began and he is preparing for the time soon when it will be safe for the entertainment industry to return in full force.
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