Gwenyth Hayes, a bassist, song stylist, vocalist, and recording artist hailing from Ann Arbor, captivates audiences throughout the Metro Detroit area with her distinctive performances. Gwenyth's unique reinterpretations showcase a fusion of classic tunes and soulful covers & contemporary originals across various genres that are centered around her sultry vocals, groove-infused bass lines, improvisation, and tight instrumental arrangements.

Born and raised in Ypsilanti, Kenyatta Rashon began her career in musical theater at age 16. Hip Hop and R&B are her first loves. She has shared her gift from the boardwalks of Venice beach to the subways of Harlem. Finally, closing 2019 with the opportunity to sing with Kanye West's Sunday Service in Detroit, as well as being featured in the November issue of The Michigan Chronicle. Kenyatta hopes to be as inspirational as those who have inspired her such as Amy Winehouse, Beyoncé, Erykah Badu, Aretha Franklin, Mary J. Blige and that’s just to name a few.

Voices is a series of artist-cultivated concerts at The Ark conceived and created by Ann Arbor musician Kyler Wilkins, AKA vocal looping artist Ki5. The series seeks to expand the representation of Michigan BIPOC artists and audiences at The Ark. Each show, intentional time will be taken to get to know each artist in the form of brief interviews and musical breaks to have them speak about their journey as musicians and performers with the hope that people in the audience are more connected to and inspired by those voices.