one BAND ★ three shows

High-energy, crowd-pleasing country shows featuring a full band with upright bass, slide guitar, and seasoned performers. Choose from three distinct show options, each with flexible formats to fit any venue, audience, or event.

Featuring songs by:

Alan Jackson, Randy Travis, Charley Pride, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, and more

A tribute show.

A tribute to George Strait featuring the hits fans know and love.

Playing songs you love.

A mix of 80s, 90s and 2000s country hits.

About JJ Kent

Kent has that smooth “real country” sound that hails from a golden age of country music with legends like George Strait, Travis Tritt and Willie Nelson. Kent’s music takes his audience on a journey back in time through storytelling and country music melodies we all know and love. Kent pulls his audience in, inspires many to dance and creates a Nashville authentic country music environment listeners can’t get enough of.

TWO 1990 HIT SINGLES ………………………………………………… “Pathway of A Fool ” &  “Two Cups of Coffee”

1988 and 1990 Male Vocalist of the Year!

His love for music and raw talent come to life during his performance. He is a partner on the stage who understands the business of music and entertainment. He performs all through his set and encourages audiences to participate not just with him, but the venue. You won’t find a more experienced or better partner in entertainment.

JJ was honored in September 2024 with the induction into the Dakota Country Music Hall of Fame. 

What Our fans & colleagues say….

“J.J., thanks a million for coming to open the show for me at the Campbell County Fair in Gillette! Great job getting the crowd warmed up! A pleasure working with you!”

Chris Ledoux – Recording artist for Capitol Records Performance date: 1988

“If you want to hear classic country music without flying to Nashville stay around the northern Black Hills and catch JJ Kent. I have hired many bands, and individuals over many years and have yet to meet someone with a talent of JJ Kent. His ability to have a natural singing voice and yet bring to mind all the country heroes that we have is amazing. It’s a simple style but one that’s easy to follow. If you’re a dancer or just enthralled with real country music, I recommend JJ Kent and Friends.”

 Jim Thompson – Life member PRCA announcer of 50 years, Retired radio broadcaster of nearly 50 years, Member of Casey Tibbs rodeo hall of fame, & more!

“J.J. Kent was the opening act for me at the “Ramblin Rose,” Emigrant, Montana, August 21, 1993. Great performer, a real credit to country music!”

Waylon Jennings – Recording artist for RCA Records – Performance date: 1993

“J.J. Kent and I have been best friends for many years and he is my Spiritual Brother! It’s always a joy and a pleasure when I get to share the stage with him!”

Dan Seals – Recording artist for Warner Bros. Records Performance dates: 1990, 1995

JJ Kent with ACES & 8's logo

High-energy, crowd-pleasing country shows featuring a full band with upright bass, slide guitar, and seasoned performers.

ONE BAND • THREE SHOWS

Classic country favorites from the legends of the genre.

A tribute to George Strait featuring the hits fans know and love.

A mix of 80s, 90s and 2000s country hits.