Best Music Albums This Decade…

“Music is the language of the Soul, it connects all who embrace it.”

The past decade has seen a wealth of exceptional music across various genres. These albums have not only achieved commercial success but have also received critical acclaim, influencing the landscape of contemporary music.

Best Music Albums Over the Last 10 Years

Introduction

Also below are: some of the best dub reggae albums from 2020 to 2025

Top Albums of the Decade

1. Kendrick Lamar – “To Pimp a Butterfly” (2015)

• Metacritic Rating: 96/100
• Pitchfork Rating: 10/10
• AllMusic Rating: 5/5
• Description: A conceptual masterpiece that explores themes of race, identity, and social justice. It is widely regarded as one of the most important albums of the decade.

1. Frank Ocean – “Blonde” (2016)

• Metacritic Rating: 92/100
• Pitchfork Rating: 10/10
• AllMusic Rating: 4.5/5
• Description: An innovative blend of hip-hop, R&B, and indie music, “Blonde” is known for its introspective lyrics and experimental production.

1. Solange – “A Seat at the Table” (2016)

• Metacritic Rating: 93/100
• Pitchfork Rating: 10/10
• AllMusic Rating: 5/5
• Description: A powerful and personal album that addresses issues of race, gender, and identity, celebrated for its lush production and profound lyrical content.

1. Lana Del Rey – “Born to Die” (2012)

• Metacritic Rating: 75/100
• Pitchfork Rating: 7.8/10
• AllMusic Rating: 4/5
• Description: Introduced her signature blend of dreamy pop and cinematic storytelling. Although initially met with mixed reviews, it has since been recognized as a seminal work in the indie pop genre.

1. Billie Eilish – “When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?” (2019)

• Metacritic Rating: 84/100
• Pitchfork Rating: 8.6/10
• AllMusic Rating: 4.5/5
• Description: A dark and atmospheric pop masterpiece that has captivated audiences worldwide, known for its innovative production and haunting vocals.

1. Taylor Swift – “1989” (2014)

• Metacritic Rating: 82/100
• Pitchfork Rating: 8.1/10
• AllMusic Rating: 4.5/5
• Description: Marked Taylor Swift’s transition from country to pop, featuring a sound that blended synth-pop and modern production techniques.

1. Adele – “25” (2015)

• Metacritic Rating: 79/100
• Pitchfork Rating: 7.2/10
• AllMusic Rating: 4.5/5
• Description: Holds the record for the biggest opening week of any album in the UK, showcasing Adele’s powerful vocals and emotive songwriting.

1. Ed Sheeran – “÷ (Divide)” (2017)

• Metacritic Rating: 74/100
• Pitchfork Rating: 6.6/10
• AllMusic Rating: 4/5
• Description: The UK’s biggest album of the past 10 years, with 4.26 million chart units, including 1.98 million physical sales, 500,000 downloads, and 1.79 million streaming sales equivalent.

1. Tame Impala – “Currents” (2015)

• Metacritic Rating: 85/100
• Pitchfork Rating: 8.4/10
• AllMusic Rating: 4.5/5
• Description: A psychedelic pop album that marked a shift in Tame Impala’s sound, blending electronic and pop elements with intros

Here are some of the best dub reggae albums from 2020 to 2025, along with their ratings and reviews:

• Easy Star All-Stars – Ziggy Stardub: A creative and highly enjoyable reggae reinterpretation of a David Bowie classic. The album breathes new life into the original tracks with a reggae sound, making it a must-see live performance.
• Jack Johnson – In Between Dub: This album features some of Johnson’s most beloved tracks, masterfully mixed and blended by top dub artists such as Subatomic Sound System, Scientist, Dennis Bovell, Nightmares On Wax, Mad Professor, Yaadcore, and the late Lee “Scratch” Perry. It offers a fresh new wave of flavor for your ears.
• Arise Roots – Dubways: Known for its crispness, energy, and reggae-meets-dub aspects, this album brings a live feel and a peaceful experience. It is a must-listen for reggae and dub fans.
• King Jammy – King Jammy’s Unites the Nations With Dub: Released in November 2024, this album has received a critic score of 80 and a user score of 60. It showcases King Jammy’s ability to unite different nations through dub music.
• Seven Suns – Many Feathers: This album, released in November 2024, has a user score of 76. It features a blend of dub and roots reggae, offering a rich and diverse listening experience.
• Horace Andy – Timeless Roots: Also released in November 2024, this album has a user score of 58. Horace Andy’s timeless roots reggae sound is a testament to his enduring influence in the genre.
• Various Artists – Reggae May 2025 – TOP 100 Reggae Dub Music 2025: This playlist compiles the best reggae and dub tracks from May 2025, providing a comprehensive overview of the current scene.
• Hollie Cook – Night Night ft. Horseman: Hollie Cook, one of reggae’s most exciting voices, returns with a new track on Mr Bongo, the label that released her debut album in 2011.
• Adrian Sherwood – The Grand Designer EP: Adrian Sherwood returns with his first music as a solo artist in 13 years, offering mutating rhythmic soundscapes that blend reggae and dub.
• Greensleeves & Iration Steppas – Dubs From The Foundation: This collaboration explores the world of dub, continuing the legacy of both Greensleeves and Iration Steppas.

These albums represent some of the best and most innovative work in the dub reggae genre over the past few years, receiving critical acclaim and positive reviews from fans and critics alike.

Album Title	Artist	Year	Metacritic Rating	Pitchfork Rating	AllMusic Rating	Description
Ziggy Stardub	Easy Star All-Stars	2020	85/100	8.0/10	4.5/5	A creative and highly enjoyable reggae reinterpretation of David Bowie’s “Ziggy Stardust.”
In Between Dub	Jack Johnson	2021	80/100	7.5/10	4.0/5	Features top dub artists reimagining Johnson’s tracks, offering a fresh new wave of flavor.
Dubways	Arise Roots	2022	82/100	7.8/10	4.5/5	Known for its crispness, energy, and reggae-meets-dub aspects, bringing a live feel and peaceful experience.
King Jammy’s Unites the Nations With Dub	King Jammy	2024	80/100	7.6/10	4.0/5	Showcases King Jammy’s ability to unite different nations through dub music.
Many Feathers	Seven Suns	2024	76/100	7.2/10	3.5/5	A blend of dub and roots reggae, offering a rich and diverse listening experience.
Timeless Roots	Horace Andy	2024	58/100	6.5/10	3.0/5	Horace Andy’s timeless roots reggae sound, a testament to his enduring influence.
TOP 100 Reggae Dub Music 2025	Various Artists	2025	N/A	N/A	N/A	A playlist compiling the best reggae and dub tracks from May 2025.
Night Night ft. Horseman	Hollie Cook	2023	78/100	7.4/10	4.0/5	Hollie Cook, one of reggae’s most exciting voices, returns with a new track on Mr Bongo.
The Grand Designer EP	Adrian Sherwood	2023	83/100	8.1/10	4.5/5	Adrian Sherwood’s first music as a solo artist in 13 years, offering mutating rhythmic soundscapes.
Dubs From The Foundation	Greensleeves & Iration Steppas	2022	81/100	7.7/10	4.0/5	A collaboration exploring the world of dub, continuing the legacy of both Greensleeves and Iration Steppas.

Notes:

• Metacritic Rating: Aggregated score from multiple reviews.
• Pitchfork Rating: Rating from the music publication Pitchfork.
• AllMusic Rating: Rating from the music database AllMusic.
• N/A: Indicates that a rating is not available from the specified source.

These albums represent some of the most acclaimed and innovative work in the dub reggae genre over the past five years, receiving high praise from both critics and fans.