"Ya Had Me Goin'" by L.E.O.

In 2006, modern powerpop songwriter Bleu gathered some of the best players in the genre to pay homage to Jeff Lynne and E.L.O. Likeminded musicians who contributed to the project included Mike Viola, Hanson, and Andy Sturmer (Jellyfish).

The project resulted in a single album called "Alpacas Orgling" and it is simply magnificent. A mix of upbeat rockers and melodramatic ballads, this record sounds more E.L.O. than some of their own. Channeling the ability of Jeff Lynne to effortlessly blend rock, pop, and dance, "Ya Had Me Goin'" is the ultimate feel-good party song. Sounds like it came out of a late 70s time capsule (in a good way)!

"Sayonara" by Bleu

Bleu is a prolific pop rock songwriter who has dabbled in many collaborative projects in addition to producing his own solo efforts. His major label release, "Redhead", was issued twice in 2003/2004. "Sayonara" only appeared on the first version, being switched out for "Get Up" (another excellent tune in its own right) on the reissue.

If you like what you hear, be sure to check out the rest of "Redhead" and Bleu's other records, along with his band work in L.E.O., The Major Labels, and LoudLion.