Shelby Lentz

"While she may be petite in stature, Shelby Lentz has a voice that will fill any venue. ...at just fifteen she opened at The State Theater in Kalamazoo for Warner Music artist, Frankie Ballard, [and] began collaborating with local song writers on original music as well.  She went on to also open for former American Idol finalist, Matt Giraud, as well as international recording artist, Joanne Shaw Taylor, and country act, Montgomery Gentry.

...Shelby spent two years pursuing music in Nashville, where she attended Belmont University and worked at the Grand Ole Opry.  She recorded two studio EPs while in Nashville and performed on Broadway at the famous Tootsies.  Her second EP, entitled “Unbroken” features a song called “Champion” Lentz co-wrote with her friend, Jessica Kellie Adams, inspired by Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky Balboa films.

After the diagnosis of Huntington’s Disease in her family, and being recently diagnosed herself, she began her own nonprofit, “Champions for HD” to help aid research as well as other local families struggling with this disease. This was named in honor of her song “Champion” that is now recognized as an HD power anthem and part of her musical proceeds go back to Champions for HD to further the fight against Huntington’s.

Shelby performs a mixture of songs that delight all audiences of all ages. There is no doubt that this little girl packs a powerful punch as an experienced entertainer."

2024

Friday, August 2 | 6 - 9pm

Friday, October 4 | 6 - 9pm