Internet sensation turned Capitol Records artist, Priscilla Renea has dropped her debut album “Jukebox” and fortunately it’s just as sugary sweet as her electronica/ pop friendly lead single “Dollhouse” (we prefer the acoustic version better). Complete with catchy lyrics (and a super cute video) the song takes a stab at female empowerment in the most underbearing way possible…but it works! Whether she knows it or not the single may end up becoming a female anthem for a younger generation riddled by controlling relationships. “I ain’t a doll, this ain’t a doll house,” she sings matter-o-factly. “You’re way too old to be putting me down like this, and playing around like this!”
The singer/songwriter penned more than half of the album flexing her muscles in a delightful hybrid of poetic expression garnished with life lessons. It’s almost hard to believe that Renea is not a seasoned woman in her 30s, but she’s clearly an old soul. Growing up as a child of the Navy, Renea’s album reflects lots of stories and people that she may have come across while moving from school to school and city to city, without ever growing roots. Continue
