Multi-Genre Pianist, singer, songwriter, accompanist
KENT on the KEYS
ABOUT
Kent Rousseau, a.k.a. KENT ON THE KEYS, is a versatile pianist, singer, songwriter, and arranger. He has a B.A. in Jazz Piano from the University of North Texas College of Music, graduating in 2020. With a decade of professional experience on stage and in the studio, he brings a broad skill set that spans performance, recording, and digital media production. He is currently based in the city of Saint Louis, Missouri.
PERFORMANCE STYLE
KENT ON THE KEYS always brings the fire that gets the people on their feet, with high-energy funky grooves and powerful vocals, or on the flip-side, can set the romantic mood with his mastery of jazz piano harmonies. Audience members typically commend his variety, as he pays tribute to a wider range of well-loved hits and niche classics.
After four years of performing internationally on cruise ships, KENT ON THE KEYS has developed a repertoire and stage presence suited to a wide range of audiences. His song list includes over 1000+ titles, ranging from classic jazz to contemporary pop. His favorite genres to perform are yacht rock, swamp rock, jazz, blues, R&B, soul, 80s pop, country, folk, indie/alt, film music, oldies, latin jazz, and Brazilian music.
DEMO VIDEOS
"LOSE CONTROL"
TEDDY SWIMS
A contemporary classic featuring gritty tenor range vocals!♫
"WHAT A FOOL BELIEVES"
THE DOOBIE BROTHERS
Peak late-70s yacht rock sung over an iconic funky piano syncopation!♫
"BLUEBERRY HILL"
FATS DOMINO
A timeless piano bar blues, sung with a little twang!♫
FULL SHOW FOOTAGE
SOLO INSTRUMENTAL JAZZ
KENT ON THE KEYS performing jazz piano for an upscale lounge. This show features a variety of six instrumental tunes, performed with expressive articulation and lively improvisation
ACCOMPANYING / BAND LEADING