3. Eminem - Recovery

Eminem followed up last years Relapse (which appeared atop my 2009 album list) with Recovery in 2010.  Interestingly enough Recovery was scheduled to be 2009 release only to be delayed.  Slim Shady continues to prove that he is one of, and if not the best MC’s in the game.

Best Song: Cold Wind Blows

4. Linkin Park - A Thousand Suns

2010 marked the return of Linkin Park with the concept album A Thousand Suns.  The record deviates even further from their typical sound and varies greatly from hip hop to acoustic tracks.  The package as a whole flows smoothly front to back and it usually finds it’s way into my regular rotation.

Best Song: Wretches and Kings

5. Against Me! - White Crosses

Against Me! returned this year with their highly anticipated album White Crosses.  The album further moves them away from the punk genre and solidifies them as a rock band.  Regardless the album is great front to back and Tom Gabel and the boys do not disappoint.

Best Song: Suffocation