76-year-old Louisiana blues singer and Louisiana Music Hall-of-Famer Luther Kent passed away.

76-year-old Louisiana blues singer Luther Kent, known for his performances at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival and a 61-year career, passed away. Born in New Orleans, he began singing professionally at 14, signed with Montel Records, and hosted a radio show on WBRH since 2014. Kent collaborated with bands like Cold Grits and Blood, Sweat & Tears and was a Louisiana Music Hall-of-Famer and Louisiana Blues Hall of Fame inductee.

August 16, 2024
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