Top 10 of 2010... in no particular order

The list author says:
	"If you don't like Mike Patton, I don't like you. Sorry. The guy's a genius, and this album of Italian pop songs confirms it."

The list author says:
	"Following the accident that left bassist Chi Cheng in a coma, this represents a real victory snatched from the jaws of defeat. Brutal and sublime in equal measure."

The list author says:
	"Dave Wyndorf returns bigger and bolder than ever, with MM's best album since Powertrip."

The list author says:
	"Wow. What can you say about Dillinger that hasn't been said before? These guys are virtually peerless. The epitome of creativity, wrapped up in a neat, face-shredding package. Nice."

The list author says:
	"The best song titles in town, backed up by some killer riffs and genuinely catchy tunes. The true spirit of punk rock lives in Leeds (see also Chickenhawk)."

The list author says:
	"For once, you can believe the hype and all the gushing reviews from high-brow publications. Depressing, sure, but very, very beautifully done. Amazing drumming too..."

The list author says:
	"My first Laura Veirs album (I'm now working my way backwards). Effortless, authentic and utterly brilliant."

The list author says:
	"Sexy, sunny and, er, synthy rock music from former members of math-metal maestros, Botch. Sublime."

The list author says:
	"I'm not gonna lie to ya. This'll take a few listens to get your head round. Is it rock? Is it prog? Is it folk? It's Black Mountain, and it's great. Bonkers lyrics, mind."

The list author says:
	"I love Les Savy Fav. Opening track 'Appetites' sums this band up, and despite what others may say, this is as good as anything they've done."