| by Shinita Freeman | 9/25/08 | 45 views |
Doll Domination
Pussycat Dolls
Interscope Records
Rating: 4 out of 5
The Pussycat Dolls' sophomore album entitled Doll Domination was just released in the United States. You can currently listen to any of the 19 tracks that Doll Domination offers through this MySpace link, http://www.myspace.com/pussycatdolls.
A deluxe edition bonus disc compliments the Pussycat Dolls' sophomore effort. This disc offers nine additional, artsy tracks as well as introduces a few new artists that include Jessica Sutta, Melody Thornton, and Kimberly Wyatt.
Doll Domination features collaborations with talented super-producers Timbaland, Missy Elliot, and Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins. The trendy beats are often obviously recognizable from each respective producer. In addition, several artists make guest appearances on the album including Snoop Dogg, New Kids on the Block, Ne-Yo, and R. Kelly.
The album starts out by boasting, "When I Grow Up," the group's current single which reached No. 9 on billboard charts, shortly after its debut. A handful of other tracks possess the potential to compete with current radio singles. "Happily Never After" is a track that many women might consider a classic empowerment anthem because it narrates a woman finally finding the strength to realize the value of her self-worth and walk away from an unhealthy relationship. Similarly, "Hush Hush" positioned over an aggressive beat, is an attempt to silence an overly critical partner after a relationship has soured. Quite the contrary, "Love the Way You Love Me," speaks of an admirable relationship laid meticulously over an attractive beat. "Elevator" definitely has the ability to be a single as The Dolls dominate this catchy hook that describes an up and down rollercoaster type of relationship. While a few tracks like "Out of This Club," "Baby Love," and "Whatcha Think About That," cater to the club-goer fan base, the majority of this album is dedicated to capturing the good and bad relationship struggles.
The Pussycat Dolls will go on tour in January to promote Doll Domination. So does Doll Domination survive the sophomore jinx? Will Doll Domination impress or disappoint? You be the judge…
     
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