Grammy Award-winning singer Adele presents her eagerly awaited sophomore album, which includes the single Rolling in the Deep, a bluesy-gospel-disco tune. This CD is the follow-up to her critically acclaimed debut release, 19; both albums were named after her age at the time they were written. Adele, along with British producer Paul Epworth, wrote and produced this release.

Canadian recording artist Avril Lavigne presents her fourth studio album, which features the pop anthem single What the Hell. The release also includes the hidden track Alice, written for the soundtrack to Tim Burton's 2010 film Alice in Wonderland; the '50s girl-group-inspired song Stop Standing There; and the ballad Wish You Were Here.

Lately it seems like this is Lady Gaga's world, and the rest of us are just living in it. Now the new queen of shock and awe looks to outdo herself with her highly anticipated third album. Gaga herself has declared that Born This Way will be the 'greatest album of this decade.' The hype surrounding this release is certainly off the charts. Features the single and title track Born This Way.

Music superstar Beyonce returns with her fourth album, which includes the single Run the World (Girls). Beyonce mixes different genres through her album and draws inspiration from touring, attending festivals, and watching rock bands.

After appearing on hit singles for B.o.B. (Nothin' on You) and Travie McCoy (Billionaire), Bruno Mars releases his first full-length studio album. Includes the single Just the Way You Are.