TOP ALBUMS OF 2010 #15-11
#15
LUDACRIS - BATTLE OF THE SEXES
Luda came through this year with his 7th studio album and one of his best works yet. THe album is filled with typical luda-fashion slow jams and club hits, which made it one of the best selling albums of the first half of 2010.
Standouts:
Feelin' So Sexy
How Low
My Chick Bad
Can't Live With You
#14
ALICA KEYS - THE ELEMENT OF FREEDOM
Alicia released her 4th album at the end of 2009 and has since received a mediocre reception and support in sales. Although it may be one of Alicia's weaker albums, that should not overshadow the epicness that is "Un-Thinkable".
Standouts:
Un-Thinkable
Love Is Blind
Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart
#13
EMINEM - RECOVERY
In June of 2010 Eminem released one of the biggest selling albums of this year that has since spawned a string of hit singles, solidifying the rapper in legend status.
Standouts:
Love The Way You Lie
No Love
25 to Life
Not Afraid
#12
RIHANNA - LOUD
In 2010 Rihanna forced not one, but two albums into our ear drums. "Loud" is the second of which and this album was seen as a return to the Bajan Model/Semi-Singer's roots of dance heavy anthems and a few dreadful ballads. "Loud" opened up with mediocre sales in the US, once again missing that #1 spot, but has since been steadily climbing back up the charts. All shade aside, one can not deny the handful of hits that makes this record one worth purchasing.
Standouts:
What's My Name
Only Girl
Skin
Complicated
#11
DIDDY/DIRTY MONEY - LAST TRAIN TO PARIS
In 2010 Diddy finally released his chronically delayed 5th studio album, which was supported by ex-Danity Kane member Dawn and Songwriter Kaleena as background dancers and background singers. The Mogul/Career Killer hit gold with "Last Train to Paris" that was recorded/delayed over a two year time span. Dawn and Kaleena can be attributed to much of the postive feedback the album is getting as when Diddy's verses come on, my speaks go DOWN. Despite an intense promotional campaign over then past 8 months, the cd has resorted to a bargain bin near you.
Standouts:
Coming Home
Hello Good Morning (remix)
Ass to the Floor
Yesterday
1st Place Loser