Matt Zarley began his career at 12, busting a move with Tony the Tiger in a Frosted Flakes commercial, then roared across Broadway in "A Chorus Line," "Kiss of the Spider Woman," "Chicago" and numerous other productions. He's also been named one of People's 50 Most Eligible Bachelors. So Mr. Z sings, dances, acts and possesses grrr-dreamy appeal. Now toss in a beautifully produced EP of power pop tunes, and a marquee mainstream artist is born. Emphasis track "Had I Known" is a consummate power ballad, showcasing a lamenting lyric and full-bodied keyboards, strings and instrumental hooks galore—but more so, Zarley's stunning tenor range, crafty harmonic layers and spine-tingling money notes. Reminiscent of Nick Lachey, there's more: Uptempo "Where Did You Come From," finger-snapping groove "Deep Inside" and romantic love tome "Here I Am" are as hit worthy. Tweens have plenty of idols to swoon over. Here's a crush for grown-ups, whose earthy machismo is quite the complement to his musical muscle. —Chuck Taylor