Pop/Review Clay and Kelsy - I am

Clay and Kelsy are a Los Angeles-based duo crafting music that blends raw emotion, theatrical storytelling, and innovative sound design. As music artists, producers, and instrument designers, founding Clay and Kelsy Instruments, a female-owned music software company, partnered with notable Native Instruments.

“I Am,” Clay and Kelsy's most recent EP, is a potent and reflective compilation that explores identity, self-acceptance, and the complexity of human emotions in depth. With five tunes that are equal parts sensitive and empowering, the Los Angeles-based synth-pop duo sets a high bar for the first edition of a three-part series.

The EP starts out with a bang, combining evocative vocals and sumptuous synthesizers to captivate listeners with its emotional depth. Every song symbolizes a different stage of the self-awareness process, ranging from facing fears to applauding epiphanies. The vulnerability of overcoming self-doubt, personal development, and the pursuit of inner peace is captured in the rawness of Clay and Kelsy's lyrical honesty. By fusing dramatic beats with evocative soundscapes that seem both personal and theatrical, the production flawlessly enhances the story.

The duo's ability to combine moving storytelling with infectious, anthemic tunes is demonstrated by standout tracks like "Insecure" and "You Hurt Me." Their smooth vocal blending deepens the songs' emotional impact and produces an engrossing listening experience that is both intensely personal and broadly relatable.

“I Am” is a musical examination of the human condition rather than merely an EP. Introspective and inspiring, Clay and Kelsy's compilation invites listeners to set off on a life-changing path of self-discovery. We are excited for the upcoming installments of their trilogy as they solidify their status as up-and-coming synth-pop artists with this release.