Top 10 Albums of 2010
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Eminem, "Recovery"
For Eminem, "Recovery" is another word for comeback - the album details his struggle with addition and how he overcame it. Fans and critics alike embraced it, and the Grammys took notice - he's nominated for 10 awards.SPECIAL SECTION: Year in Review 2010
Arcade Fire, "The Suburbs"
The Canadian group's vast, orchestral third album was considered by many critics to be its best yet.SPECIAL SECTION: Year in Review 2010
Elton John and Leon Russell, "The Union"
This collaboration by singer-songwriters Elton John and Leon Russell featured appearances by guest artists Brian Wilson, Neil Young, Booker T, Don Was, and Robert Randolph, and was John's highest Billboard chart appearance since 1976's "Blue Moves" (it debuted at No. 3).SPECIAL SECTION: Year in Review 2010
"The Black Keys," Brothers
The blues-rock duo's sixth album was hailed by critics as being minimalistic but powerful.SPECIAL SECTION: Year in Review 2010
Vampire Weekend, "Contra"
Vampire Weekend's sophomore album was described by critics as being lush, buoyant and catchy.SPECIAL SECTION: Year in Review 2010
Janelle Monae, "The ArchAndriod."
Janelle Monae's eclectic debut album was hailed by critics as being imaginative, bold and theatrical.SPECIAL SECTION: Year in Review 2010
LCD Soundsystem, "This is Happening"
James Murphy's third album, boasting electronic dance beats and breakup themes, was well-received by critics and fans.SPECIAL SECTION: Year in Review 2010
The National, "High Violet"
The Brooklyn band's fifth studio album was hailed by critics as being risky, poetic and vivid.SPECIAL SECTION: Year in Review 2010
Drake, "Thank Me Later"
The Canadian rapper-actor earned praise for his debut album's sharp rhymes, catchy rhythms and intimate lyrics.SPECIAL SECTION: Year in Review 2010