

Lobby Live : DJ SHIOTSU × robe(KenT From Soulflex)
- 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Saturday October 04, 2025
- PIOPIKO | Ace Hotel Kyoto
- 245-2 Kurumayacho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto
A Osaka-based saxophonist, flutist, and synthesizer player, KenT is a core member of the artist collective Soulflex, seamlessly blending R&B, soul, and pop with a touch of genre-fluid finesse. Known for his sophisticated yet groovy sound, he has supported live performances and studio recordings for a wide range of artists including ZIN, SIRUP, Kōhei Matsushita, DENIMS, Aile The Shota, and Hiplin. His horn arrangements are particularly acclaimed within the Japanese music scene.
Under his solo project robe, KenT takes full creative control—composing, performing, and producing. His debut EP robe (2023) offers an urban, chilled sonic landscape that transcends genre boundaries and resonates with music lovers seeking depth and atmosphere.
大阪を拠点に活動するサックス/フルート/シンセプレイヤー。
R&B/ソウル/ポップを軸に、多彩なジャンルを自在に行き来しながら、アーティストコレクティブ「Soulflex」のメンバーとして活動。繊細かつグルーヴィーなサウンドで、ZIN、SIRUP、松下洸平、DENIMS、Aile The Shota、Hiplinなど数多くのアーティストのライブ・レコーディングをサポートし、ホーンアレンジにも定評がある。
また、自身のソロ名義「robe(ローブ)」では、楽曲制作から演奏、プロデュースまでを自ら手がけ、2023年には1st EP『robe』をリリース。都会的かつチルな空気感を纏った独自の音楽世界を展開し、ジャンルの枠を越えてリスナーを魅了している。
Since 2001, he has been performing as a club DJ. Known for his unique style and deep experience, he communicates his authentic taste through DJing with a focus on Black music. His broad selection and skillful sets have earned him a loyal fanbase. Recently, he has been active as a DJ at venues like hotels and lounges, as well as events such as sports tournaments, weddings, and banquets.
2001年よりクラブDJとして活動を開始。独自の世界観と経験をもって、ブラックミュージックを軸にDJを通して伝えるそのセンスは本物で、選曲の幅も広く、彼のプレイを支持する熱狂的なファンも多い。昨今ではホテルやラウンジなどのDJをメインにスポーツの大会、結婚式や宴会など様々な現場にてプレイする。
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