MUSIC AND REVIEWS
CURRENT PROJECTS
VF Creator Lesley Gent
ASSOCIATED ACTS
THE BANGO BANGOS, Keyboards/Vocals
JADED with SHAKE IT UP*, Keyboards/Vocals
*1ST PLACE CHAMPIONS - South Florida Fairgrounds' Battle of the Tribute Bands, 2024
TRIFEKTA, Vocals/Keyboards
THE LAST MILE, Lead Vocals
THE MTVJ'S, Vocals/Keyboards
MIAMI JAZZ CATZ, Lead Vocals
KAIROS, Lead Vocals (Former)
THE RV BIG BAND PROJECT, Lead Vocals (Former)
VOXFUTURA is currently working to complete the long-overdue Futura album (see rough cuts below) later this year and is
writing several new singles.
She continues to sing live performances on the Miami jazz music scene and in the Florida Keys.
*Collaboration in all styles is welcome.*
FUTURA
Rough Drafts (copyright 2006-Present)
“Janis Joplin! Passionate."
Jon Ferreira
Band Follower
THE BANGO BANGOS
“Very impressive credentials and talent.”
Richard Arnone
Bassist
THE LAST MILE
“Lemme tell ya…when [Lesley] She bops…She bops and I don’t even understand!"
Paul Sjogren
Band Follower
THE BANGO BANGOS
“Playing the role of Julie Jordan, Gent’s voice is pure silver….”
Youngstown Vindicator Review
Carousel
Audience Review
Chess
“An exquisite voice.”
“[She] never uttered one bad note in three hours.”
Audience Review
Evita
"Lesley's gift of music is apparent in the way that she can make any song and make it her own...a very true and special talent."
Stacey Schermer
VF Follower
"Lesley is a very talented singer and keyboardist and an integral part of our band....She brings a vibrant personality...along with a classy fashion sense!"
Astrid Voxx
Band Leader
THE BANGO BANGOS
TRIFEKTA
"Lesley...has a beautiful voice and rocks on keyboard."
Cindy Marcu
VF Follower
"Awesome and excellent singer and great stage presence. Lesley really holds the group together...loved performing with her...."
Larry Zarelli
VF Follower
Former Bandmate
"The Bango Bangos ALWAYS rock the house!"
Vera Slawnitsch
Band Follower
THE BANGO BANGOS
"As for Lesley, every performance harmoniously blends talent, professionalism, and showmanship. Super skills!"
Dan Jacoby
Band Follower
THE BANGO BANGOS
TRIFEKTA
"When it comes to beauty and talent, I hope Lesley knows CPR because she takes my breath away!"
Bruce Oblinger
South Florida Drummer
Band Follower
THE BANGO BANGOS
The...tribute band has just made incredible leaps and bounds since Lesley joined....her teamwork and execution during live performances is second to none....She's fun to hang out with. I'm really enjoying my time with her."
Tommy Braga
Band Leader
Jaded/Shake It Up!*
The MTVJ'S
"From the first time I saw Lesley perform onstage, my jaw dropped....a definite asset with wonderful stage presence...."
Nanci Marani
South Florida Vocalist
Band Follower
THE BANGO BANGOS
"From the first time we met at the Daytona Bandshell I knew [Lesley was] the perfect fit! I love [her] energy, awesome style, and cool vibe....a wonderful addition!"
Anita Alicata Horten
Band Co-Manager
Jaded/Shake It Up!*
The MTVJ'S
"[Lesley is] the real deal...."
Tom Gress
Drummer
Jaded/Shake It Up!*
The MTVJ'S
“[Lesley's] passion, smile, musical competence, and energy keep me and the band humming even on the hottest, sweatiest...outdoor gigs.”
John Aubrey
Lead Guitar
Jaded/Shake It Up!*