Ares Kennedy

In the artist’s words: Describe one of your earliest musical memories in detail. Listening to Rihanna's "Loud" album. I remember being captivated by the infectious beats and Rihanna's powerful vocals. I love how she brought her own style and sound, its almost like she made her own genre. What are your top 3 all-time favorite albums on Apple Music, and why? Why did you choose these three albums in particular? Alicia Keys, The Diary of Alicia Keys Hozier, Hozier (Expanded Edition) Rihanna, ANTI (Deluxe) I chose these albums because they hold a special place in my heart. Rihanna's "Anti" shows her growth, with tracks like "Kiss it Better" resonating deeply. Alicia Keys' "Diary of Alicia Keys" is a classic. Hozier's self-titled album is a work of art. Find a song of yours on Apple Music that you love and tell us what makes it special. Tell us why you chose this song. “Can't Tell” I was in love with someone who truly loved me and helped me grow by guiding me. It was a beautiful experience, and it's the reason I cherish love so deeply.. What’s one of the most memorable moments in your career so far? One of the most memorable moments of my career was getting on a plane to fly to New York for a label meeting. As I was in the lift to the airport, I heard my song on the radio for the first time. It was surreal and completely blew my mind. Is there anything left on your bucket list as an artist or band? I want to headline at least one festival. And, of course, I obviously want to win awards for singing. But I want to work with SZA, and hopefully one day Rihanna and Mariah Carey, and just, like, all the people that inspired me.