This year I didn't really keep up with new releases so now when every blog or music related website is posting their best-of lists, I realize how much I missed. I know that last year those lists were filled with over-hyped bands that I didn't particulary care for so I figured everyone can post some of their favorite albums that came out this year and I'll check them out. If you can post a link to the full album, even better, but it's not necessary.
The album I probably listened to the most this year is Bloc Party's Intimacy. It seems few people are happy with the more electronic direction the band has taken but I totally love it.