Luther Kent

Luther Kent
Kent in 1997
Background information
Birth nameKent Rowell
Also known asBig Luther, Duke Royal
Born(1948-06-23)June 23, 1948
New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
DiedAugust 16, 2024(2024-08-16) (aged 76)
GenresBlues, rhythm and blues, gospel
OccupationSinger
InstrumentVocals
Years active1962–2024
LabelsRenegade, Louisiana Red Hot, Vetter Communications
WebsiteLutherKent.com

Luther Kent (June 23, 1948 – August 16, 2024) was an American blues singer based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Kent was 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. Towards the end, Kent had a show that came on Saturdays on WBRH called Luther's House Party.