As usual, I spent most of the year seeking out new music. Much of that “new music” was records that came out before I was born, but there was plenty of great music that came out in 2010. Some of these records are by artists I’ve followed for years (Willie Nelson, Mark Lanegan, Bonnie “Prince” Billy, T-Bone Burnett, Tom Petty), some are friends of mine who inspire me with their music (Derek Hoke, Zach Broocke, Matt Hopper, Brian Ritchey), and at least one was a real surprise from a 70-year old who I’ve never paid much attention to (Tom Jones!). I’m sure I missed a few records this last year, so please feel free to let me know what records you would have included on your list.
– Shane
Top 15 of 2010
1 Crazy Heart – Original Soundtrack
2 Justin Townes Earle – Harlem River Blues
3 Isobel Campbell/Mark Lanegan – Hawk
4 The Black Keys – Brothers
5 Bonny Billy & The Picket Line – Funtown Comedown
6 Phosphorescent – Here’s to Taking It Easy
7 Tom Jones – Praise & Blame
8 Derek Hoke – Goodbye Rock N’ Roll
9 Willie Nelson – Country Music
10 Matt Hopper – Jersey Finger
11 Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers – MOJO
12 Zach Broocke – WatcHDoGLooKOuT
13 Folk Soul Revival – Words Off a Tongue
14 Brian Ritchey – No Way Out of This House
15 The Civil Wars – Live at Eddie’s Attic
