2010:
- Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival: The festival featured performances by some of the biggest names in music, including Jay-Z, Eminem, and Muse, and solidified Coachella's status as one of the world's top music events.
- Release of Adele's "21": The album became one of the best-selling albums of all time, with hits such as "Rolling in the Deep" and "Someone Like You."
- Justin Bieber's Rise to Stardom: The young Canadian singer emerged as a teen pop sensation with the release of his hit single "Baby."
2011:
- Amy Winehouse's Death: The tragic passing of the British singer-songwriter at the age of 27 shocked the music world.
- Lady Gaga's "Born This Way" Album: The album's release solidified Lady Gaga's position as one of the decade's most influential pop stars.
- Kanye West's "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy": The album received widespread critical acclaim and is often regarded as one of the best hip-hop albums of all time.
2012:
- The London Olympics Opening Ceremony: The ceremony featured a spectacular musical performance by various British artists, including Sir Paul McCartney and the Arctic Monkeys.
- One Direction's Global Success: The boy band achieved immense popularity, with their album "Take Me Home" becoming one of the best-selling albums of the year.
2013:
- Daft Punk's "Random Access Memories" Album: The album's hit single "Get Lucky" became a worldwide sensation and one of the defining songs of the decade.
- Beyonce's Self-Titled Album: The surprise release of Beyonce's fifth studio album was a groundbreaking marketing move and highlighted her status as a musical icon.
2014:
- The Rise of Streaming: Music streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music gained significant traction, changing how people consumed music.
- Taylor Swift's "1989" Album: The album marked Swift's transition into pop music and included hit songs like "Shake it Off" and "Blank Space."
2015:
- Adele's "25": The album broke several sales records and featured the hit singles "Hello" and "When We Were Young."
- Kendrick Lamar's "To Pimp a Butterfly" Album: The album garnered critical acclaim for its innovative sound and socially conscious lyrics.
2016:
- David Bowie's Death: The influential musician's passing left a profound impact on the music community and the broader cultural landscape.
- Beyonce's "Lemonade" Album: The critically acclaimed visual album explored themes of betrayal and empowerment, becoming a symbol of female empowerment.
2017:
- Ed Sheeran's "Divide" Album: The album shattered global sales records, cementing Sheeran's status as a mainstream pop star.
- Kendrick Lamar's "DAMN." Album: The rapper's fourth studio album won the Pulitzer Prize for Music, a first for a non-classical or jazz work.
2018:
- Cardi B's "Invasion of Privacy" Album: The debut album of the Bronx rapper became one of the most successful female rap albums of all time.
- Ariana Grande's "Sweetener" Album: The album explored themes of self-love and resilience following the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing.
2019:
- Billie Eilish's "When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?" Album: The debut album of the teenage singer-songwriter became a global phenomenon and propelled her to stardom.
- Taylor Swift's "Lover" Album: The album marked a return to pop after her country-inspired "Reputation" era.
These events represent just a fraction of the significant music moments that shaped the decade. They highlighted the diversity of genres, the rise of streaming, and the enduring power of music to connect and impact people around the world.