Los Angeles-based synth-pop duo Clay and Kelsy have released their highly anticipated debut EP, I am, a collection of intoxicating anthems of empowerment, self-acceptance, and the transformative power of introspection.
Made up of five emotionally charged tracks, I am invites listeners to journey through the struggles of identity, laying the foundation for a three-part EP series that captures the complexities of the human experience. Each track on I am is a reflection of a distinct phase in the journey of self-awareness. Clay and Kelsy confront doubts, loss, and the search for inner harmony in the title track, “I am,” standing as a declaration of survival and self-assurance. Other standout singles, such as “Memories of Me” and “I Miss You,” delve deep into themes of hurt and anger, the raw emotions that come from vulnerability. The remaining tracks, “Insecure” and “You Hurt Me,” bring listeners face-to-face with the pain of self-doubt and betrayal. At its core, I am is a reflection on transformation – a soundtrack for those grappling with self-doubt, anger, and heartbreak, yet finding strength and resilience. I am is nothing short of an experience, urging listeners to descend into the emotional turmoil expressed in the tracks, emphasizing the difficult but necessary process of acknowledging personal struggles. There is a visceral sense of release in I am, granting permission to feel every emotion, even the painful ones, as part of the journey towards self-discovery. “Act I is a story of transformation. These songs follow a journey of self-destruction, reinvention, and processing the raw emotions of hurt and anger left in its wake,” Clay and Kelsy state.
Based in Los Angeles, Clay and Kelsy have garnered a reputation for their unique blend of electronic production and heartfelt songwriting. Beyond their music, they are innovators in technology as the founders of CKI, a queer, woman-owned company that designs electronic elements. With a mission to uplift women and underrepresented voices, Clay and Kelsy are trailblazers in both music and technology. Although they recently celebrated 13 years as life partners, they officially launched as a duo in 2021. Since then, they’ve captured attention with their bold, innovative, and authentic storytelling, earning recognition as one of Shazam’s Top Movers. Their sultry, symphonic rendition of Bob Marley and the Wailers’ “Three Little Birds” for Apple TV’s The Morning Show soared to the #1 spot on Apple Music’s soundtrack charts. On Spotify, they have amassed over 478K organic streams. Clay and Kelsy’s singles have received praise from press outlets like Mundane Magazine, Buzzbands LA, Grimy Goods, and LGTBQ Music Chart. Clay and Kelsy are redefining what it means to be artists and innovators in today’s music industry. With their debut EP, I am, they have created a deeply introspective exploration of vulnerability, identity, and emotional resilience. With sincere lyricism and a cutting-edge sonic landscape, the duo captures the complexities of personal growth and transformation. Stay up to date with their upcoming adventures by following them on Instagram and TikTok and check out their website.
