274. Sparta - wiretap scars

274.Swiretapscars,
originally uploaded by jrd550.

Sparta put out solid emo, but nothing else. For once you can clearly tell how ATDI was a sum of its parts when you listen to these guys and Mars Volta. The biggest problem is that once you've heard ATDI you can't just settle for this. The songs are decent but somewhat over produced and at times lifeless. If this full length had the grittier vibe from the ep it would be a better release.

6.5 out of 10