A prolific jazz songwriter and vocalist, Leslie Vincent's lyrical creativity, rich alto tone, and magnetic stage presence have made her a standout in the modern jazz vocal scene. Creating award-winning tunes inspired by modern-day queries, her upcoming album of original music, Little Black Book, was featured in The Star Tribune as one of the Top Albums of The Year.
“On this collection of originals, she shows more depth and versatility than Laufey, the young jazzy vocalist of the moment. ” - Jon Bream
Alongside Blake Foster (guitar), Patrick Adkins (piano), Matt McIntyre (bass), Ben Ehrlich (drums), and Mitch Van Laar (trumpet), the band melds modern lyrics rooted in the jazz, swing, and blues traditions, performing heartfelt and high-energy shows across the country, but they're proud to call Minnesota home.
Beyond the stage, Vincent is a committed arts advocate and collaborative artist. Her performances often embrace cross-genre interpretation and a sense of openness that invites audiences in, creating an atmosphere that is both welcoming and deeply personal.
“a treasure of a voice” - Cathy Wurzer
— Minnesota Public Radio
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“a controlled and beautiful voice, one that sounds timeless.” - John Franklin
— The Big Takeover
July 7, 2026
7:30pm
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Leslie Vincent sings from the center of herself, and the musicians meet her there.. lifting every song into something luminous and true. - Davina Sowers of Davina and the Vagabonds
“Leslie is a terrific songwriter...Her lyrics tell stories that paint vivid pictures all wild, the band swings. The album showcases her talent, all of it radiating from her pen.” - Nicole Zuraitis (2x Grammy-winning vocalist and composer)
Modern day jazz songstress
Born into a military family, Vincent spent childhood moving along the East Coast and United Kingdom, where she spent her spare time singing along to Frank Sinatra and Britney Spears. The one constant was music.
Today, Vincent has become an accomplished bandleader, using her theatrical chops to bring drama, comedy and poise to the stage.
In 2023, she released her sophomore album "About Last Night," mixing jazz standards, vintage blues, and her own fresh originals. This release has garnered critical attention from fans and music critics locally and nationwide, including a write-up in DownBeat Magazine. Her next album, "Little Black Book," featuring jazz and pop originals will be out April 17, 2026.
Her upcoming album of original music, Little Black Book, was featured in The Star Tribune as one of the Top Albums of 2025. Her work has been featured in DownBeat Magazine, and AmericanaUK praised her voice as “Amy Winehouse had she gone full-tilt jazz.”