Born and raised in Southeast Missouri, Kent grew up listening to Ray Charles, Hank Williams Sr., Otis Redding, and many other musical greats.  Inspired by an older brother who played piano, Kent began playing music in bands when he was eleven years old and continued through college playing keyboards.  After graduating from college, he moved to Nashville and joined the Nashville music scene.

In 1982, Kent became the piano player for George Jones’ band, “The Jones Boys.”  He was the band leader from 2005 until 2011.  With 28 years of touring with George Jones, he has performed and appeared on:   The Grand Ole Opry, Hee Haw, The Johnny Carson Show, The Jay Leno Show, The David Letterman Show, Late Nite with Jimmy Fallon, Austin City Limits, and George Jones’ own TNN show, “The George Jones Show.”  Other artists Kent has worked for:  Conway Twitty, Joe Diffie, Randy Travis, and Bobby Bare. 

Kent owns a recording studio, Digitracks Nashville / Digitracks Demo Service.  Kent produced a CD of musical narratives with major league veteran umpire, Joe West.  Kent and Michael Panasuk released a Christmas CD titled, “A Music Machine Christmas.”  It contains original and traditional Christmas songs.  Kent also has his own CD featuring piano instrumentals called, “Piano Favorites.”  If you are interested in purchasing this CD, email Kent.

Kent is also an ASCAP songwriter and has had songs recorded by several independent artists over the years. 

Kent plays a variety of song styles on the grand piano at different venues in the Nashville area. Kent frequently performs around Nashville for various shows with several different bands and as a solo act.

Check out Latest News or his Facebook page to see where he is currently performing OR you can email Kent if you would like to book him for your private party or event!