Clayton “2 PK” EP

Although still a fairly new artist to many, having the confidence to make his presence known and have his story felt with only a few words is the route that Clayton has unapologetically taken. He continues to demonstrate that with his new 2-song EP, “2 PK.” The first half, “Some How Beautiful,” appropriately starts off with an R&B beat that is accompanied by hard hitting drums to complement Clayton’s choice to use a rap flow at the start of his verse. We are further invited into his mind through the mentions of lonely nights in his room and moments spent trying to gain the guts to go above and beyond with his overall growth, particularly with trusting his heart, and gaining the audacity to view life and love differently….In full contrast, for the second half of this EP, “Ghost” slows us down sonically and contextually provides the somber side of Clayton opening his heart, having experienced disappointment after doing so. The song goes from a soft, sad tone supported by a piano, strings, and a light percussion to a chaotic instrumental to match the expression of hurt in Clayton’s voice toward the end. 2 PK provides the audience with a message that though it is always the right thing to act courageously and move forward in all of our passions and despite knowing that even in our losses, there is much to gain, the results will not always please us. Tell me how YOU feel about “ 2PK ” Milwaukee. /Naomi-Re’a for CW