Best of 2009: Most Anticipated Albums of 2010

Once again, another list that's not necessarily the best of 2009, but in this case, we're looking at the most anticipated of 2010's releases. Obviously, none of these are completely guaranteed to come out next year. However, they've been at least hinted at, if not confirmed by the artists or labels, so I'd say that's about as reliable a source as we can get at this point. Enjoy the list below.

10. TBA, Interpol (Early 2010)

9. Congratulations, MGMT (Spring 2010)

8. Transference, Spoon (January 26, 2010)

7. TBA, The Strokes (Late 2010)

6. TBA, Arcade Fire (May 2010)

5. TBA, Bright Eyes (Fall 2010)

4. TBA, OutKast (Late 2010)

3. TBA, The Walkmen (Spring 2010)

2. Contra, Vampire Weekend (January 12, 2010)

1. Thank Me Later, Drake (March 2010)

[Previously on Animal Noises: Best of 2009: Biggest Disappointments]

Most Prolific Artists of the Decade: #21-30

Our latest list-- the Most Prolific Artists of the Decade-- looks to chronicle the most important (for better or for worse) artists of the decade. For one reason or another, be it their positive (or negative) cultural significance, landmark moments for music, staying power or otherwise, these artists mattered a great deal this decade.

In no way is this a list of our favorites of the decade. On the contrary, many of our favorites are not present, while others whom we're actually not fans of, have made the list. So without further ado, check out our the third part of our Most Prolific Artists list below. Next to each artist's name, you'll see a basic numeric list of all primary recordings this decade. For many of these, their impact should probably be self-explanatory. Enjoy, and if you haven't yet read our list of the Best Songs of 2009, or Best Albums of the Decade, read up on those too.

30. OutKast -- 3 LPs (Most recent: 2006's Idlewild)

29. John Mayer -- 4 LPs (Most recent: 2009's Battle Studies)/2 EPs

28. Wilco -- 5 LPs (Most recent: 2009's Wilco (The Album))/4 EPs

27. Pharrell -- 1 LP (2006's In My Mind), N*E*R*D* -- 3 LPs (Most recent: 2008's Seeing Sounds)

26. U2 --3 LPs (Most recent: 2009's No Line On the Horizon)/4 EPs

25. The Flaming Lips -- 3 LPs (Most recent: 2009's Embryonic)/5 EPs

24. T-Pain -- 3 LPs (Most recent: 2008's Thr33 Ringz)

23. Britney Spears -- 5 LPs (Most recent: 2008's Circus)/2 EPs

22. The Shins -- 3 LPs (Most recent: 2007's Wincing the Night Away)/1 EP

21. John Legend -- 3 LPs (Most recent: 2008's Evolver)

[Previously on Animal Noises: Most Prolific Artists of the Decade: #31-40]

Best Albums of the Decade: #11-20

We've nearly reached the end of our countdown of the best albums of the decade. As difficult as compiling this list was to compile, I think it was worth it. Hopefully you do too. Check out #11-20 below-- all album streams are courtesy of Lala.com

20. Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, The Flaming Lips (2002)

19. Deja Entendu, Brand New (2003)

18. Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, OutKast (2003)

17. Get Rich Or Die Tryin', 50 Cent (2003)

16. Silent Alarm, Bloc Party (2005)

15. Apologies to the Queen Mary, Wolf Parade (2005)

14. Lifted or The Story Is in the Soil, Keep Your Ear to the Ground, Bright Eyes (2002)

13. White Blood Cells, The White Stripes (2002)

12. You & Me, The Walkmen (2008)

11. Hail to the Thief, Radiohead (2003)

[Previously on Animal Noises: Best Albums of the Decade: #21-30]

Weekly Top 10: Pop Songs You Can't Get Out Of Your Head

As our weekly "top 10" series continues, an interesting topic arises this week. Pop songs you can't get out of your head. Begrudgingly, you'll probably agree with most of these. Not all involve negative connotations though, believe me. Others you probably look back fondly at. Regardless, these will all be clouding your mind for the rest of the week. Enjoy below.