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Meghan Trainor, Foy Vance and Yak are dropping their new records this week.

This week brings a variety of sounds. Meghan Trainor will get you swaying those hips, and Yak will inspire one helluva a mosh pit. Meanwhile, Foy Vance will give you the feels. Find out who else is releasing new music below.

Meghan Trainor - 'Thank You'

With accolades and hit singles under her belt at this point, it's no surprise that pop music lovers are excited for Meghan Trainor's sophomore album, Thank You. Like her 2015 debut, Title, Trainor isn't afraid to tell you what she thinks. With confidence spilling over the record's edges, Meghan is the best friend you need to pick you up when you're down or empower you to be yourself despite the haters, which we hear on "Watch Me Do" and "No." Teaming up with Yo Gotti, she tells her man that she deserves more in "Better," but also shows off her vulnerable side in the doo wop ballad, "Hopeless Romantic." What makes Thank You different from other pop releases this year is how much her sound lends itself to rhythms and melodies of the past. Not that we're saying she's biting off those who have gone before her, it's just a nice homage to older pop music. From the clap-heavy tune, "I Love Me " to the reggae-tinged "Woman Up," she's not only inspiring everyone to love themselves but is clearly having fun doing it. And you know you can't help but get down to "Me Too," with that Black Eyed Peas-esque beat. There's no doubt that she'll have a ton of singles on this record that will easily get heavy radio rotation and some pop nods when awards season rolls in.

 

Oscar - 'Cut and Paste

After playing around with sounds in his bedroom a few years ago, Oscar Scheller is now ready to share his debut album, Cut and Paste, with the world. Filled with melody-driven tunes that complement his smooth baritone vocals, Oscar plays up the quirky factor. From "Be Good" and "Only Friend," it's pop music for the those who aren't afraid to tap into their whimsical sides. And that offbeat and carefree persona is further conveyed in his videos, too. But don't think Oscar is just filled with fiction, he sings about his real life experiences as well as have songs that one can easily rock out to when performed live. "Breaking My Phone," delves into the end of a bad relationship and is filled with fuzzy guitars and a heavy rhythm section. We also get that from the album's opening track, "Sometimes." With the use of buzzy synths and guitar riffs, there's a dance-y quality to the song that will no doubt be a crowd pleaser during his live set. Whether it's the unpretentious and fun feel of his songs or the strong yet tender baritone vocals, you shouldn't pass up the opportunity to give Oscar a listen.

 

Eagulls - 'Ullages'

After releasing their self-titled debut album in 2014, Eagulls immediately caught everyone's attention. With their ode to post-punk sounds and atmospheric feel, they brought refreshed music that was welcomed with open arms. But after you spend a year of touring for an album that was so well-received, where do you go next? That's the issue the Leeds quintet had to face when working on their sophomore album. But from the moment you press play on the album opener, "Heads or Tails," the band doesn't disappoint. "White Lie Lullabies" pays its respects to The Smiths and does it well. From George Mitchell's vocals at top of the track to the longer guitar strums dispersed throughout the song - it might not be a burst of energy - however, the sound swirls around you like a tornado and envelopes you in its twister (only you don't want to leave its grasp). Eagulls have gone big for the new record while keeping true to who they are, and that's just the way we like them.

 

Foy Vance - 'The Wild Swan'

Foy Vance is back with his new album, The Wild Swan. It marks his debut on Ed Sheeran's label, Gingerbread Man Records. Despite switching labels, Foy brings the most important thing he can to this album -- his ability to write an amazing song. Whether the tune is led by an acoustic guitar or some rumbling ivory keys, Foy, with the help of producer Jacquire King, doesn't disappoint. Songs like "Bangor Town" and "Be Like You Belong" will hit your right in the soul. Then there's "The Wild Swans on the Lake" that might sound like a soft way to end a record, but it's a distinct choice that makes an impact. Inspired by WB Yeats' "The Wild Swans at Coole," the timbre of Foy's vocals along with the bagpipes are seamlessly blended into the background to express his Celtic pride. Meanwhile, his vocals channel a little bit of Bruce Springsteen on his single, "She Burns," and has an unexpected twist with the bass midway through the track, which shows this singer-songwriter's range as not just a musician, but as an artist. Perhaps the biggest curve ball on the album is "Noam Chomsky is a Soft Revolution," the song where you hear the influence of Elton John, who executive produced the album. Foy really let his creative juices flow on this one, and we're not mad about it.

 

Yak - 'Alas Salvation'

If you've seen our interview with Yak last month, we're obviously fans of the UK band. Composed of guitarist Oliver (Oli for short) Bruslem, bassist Leo Kurunis and drummer Elliott Rawson, the trio proved to not only be a hilarious bunch, but also some great rockers. Their debut album, Alas Salvation, is free of frills and special effects. Instead, you get some good ol' fashion rock music that'll make even the most timid of people amped to jump into the a mosh pit. The title track might be a short one but is the quintessential ball of sound with all the right breaks and Oli's delivery of lyrics. Then, there's bangers like "Victorious (National Anthem)," "Doo Wah" and the bass-heavy "Hungry Heart" that will get your blood pumping. Yak's music might not be for everyone, but it's well-worth the listen, especially if you're ready for a sonic explosion.

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