NPR has taken a poll to get a bead on the top 50 albums so far. Gorillaz’s new album, Plastic Beach, won by a strong margin (I’m 
a little disappointed but not surprised), followed by a host of good bands. See if you’re favorite is listed or if there are any missing! Here are the top 10.
- Gorillaz:Â Plastic Beach
- The National:Â High Violet
- The Black Keys:Â Brothers
- Broken Bells:Â Broken Bells
- LCD Soundsystem:Â This Is Happening
- Vampire Weekend:Â Contra
- Beach House:Â Teen Dream
- Mumford and Sons:Â Sigh No More
- Spoon:Â Transference
- Sleigh Bells:Â Treats