Albums |
| 1 | Various Artists, Fire in My Bones: Raw + Rare + Otherworldly African-American Gospel [1944-2007] Tompkins Square | Points: 15 |
| 2 | Omar-S, Fabric 45: Detroit Fabric | Points: 14 |
| 3 | Various Artists, Legends of Benin Analog Africa | Points: 13 |
| 4 | Dâm-Funk, Toeachizown Stone's Throw | Points: 12 |
| 5 | Various Artists, Can You Dig It: The Music and Politics of Black Action Films Soul Jazz | Points: 11 |
| 6 | Oumou Sangaré, Seya Nonesuch | Points: 9 |
| 7 | DJ Sprinkles, Midtown 120 Blues Mule | Points: 8 |
| 8 | Tinariwen, Imidiwan: Companions World Village | Points: 7 |
| 9 | Rokia Traoré, Tchamantché Nonesuch | Points: 6 |
| 10 | Vijay Iyer Trio, Historicity ACT | Points: 5 |
Singles |
| 1 | Moodymann, "Desire" KDJ |
| 2 | Moodymann, "Freeki M.F." KDJ |
| 3 | DJ Quik and Kurupt, "9X Outta 10" Mad Science |
| 4 | Joy Orbison, "Hyph Mngo" Hotflush |
| 5 | Omar-S, "Blown Valvetrain" Sound Signature |
| 6 | Matias Aguayo, "Rollerskate" Kompakt |
| 7 | Nisennenmondai, "Fan" Bijin |
| 8 | Lady Gaga, "Paparazzi" Streamline/Interscope |
| 9 | Darkstar, "Aidy's Girl Is a Computer" Hyperdub |
| 10 | Omar-S, "Still Serious Nic Ep" Fxhe |