Ep. 251: Sparta w/ Jim Ward

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Sparta is an American post-hardcore band from El Paso, Texas, formed in 2001 by former members of At the Drive-In, including Jim Ward. Known for their melodic yet aggressive sound, the band released influential albums like Wiretap Scars (2002) and Porcelain (2004), Threes (2006), Trust the River (2020), and their Self-Titled in 2020 blending intricate guitar work with emotionally charged lyrics. After multiple hiatuses and lineup changes, Sparta continues to create music, with Jim Ward remaining the core creative force.

I got Jim on the Skype and this is what we chat about:

Recording in LA during the fires
U2 changing his life
Why they didn’t work with Ross Robinson again
Porcelain
Playing on talk shows
Big Day Out Festival
While Oceana Sleeps
Taking Back Control
Napolean Solo
And a ton more

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