1. The Rambling Man – Laura Marling – The last song Sunday night, wasn't a benediction by any stretch of the imagination except in a better to strangle a baby in its crib, etc, Except "Let it be known that I was who I am" is a better benediction than peace on earth or good will to all men. It is nearly impossible to be who you are, how wonderful if you could be.
2. Bad Reputation – Joan Jett – A similar concept writ differently.
3. Anchorage – Michelle Shocked
4. Waiting For The Magic – Eric Contractor – The chorus is a soaring delirium. "Ooooooh, I think it's kinda tragic…"
5.Bad Reputation – Freedy Johnston – I will never understand why this guy didn't break pop.
6. Bad Reputation – the dB's – Alex Chilton – Big Star comparisons will only get you so far. In the end, these guys had better tunes.
7. Call Your Girlfriend – Robyn – Ace Robyn song, dance as pop as dance.
8.Reach Out/You Got The Love – Swedish House Mafia – Pure modern disco plus Candi Stanton.
9. Evil Urges – My Morning Jacket – Their finest moment.
10. Honolulu Blues – Craig Finn – Sometimes God gets the best songs.