Sparta

There are at least two bands by the name of Sparta.

1. Sparta is an alternative rock/post-hardcore band from El Paso, Texas, formed in 2001. Founders Jim Ward (vocals/guitars), Paul Hinojos (bassist/guitarist), and Tony Hajjar (drummer) were former members of At the Drive-In.

Releases:

Threes (2006)
On March 9, 2006, by way of their official website, Sparta announced a new album, entitled Threes. The album was released on October 24, 2006. The band began headlining a tour in early October 2006 (after shows at Los Angeles' Viper Room and Troubadour, as well as Chicago's Lollapalooza) touring with Sound Team, Lola Ray, and As Tall As Lions at various venues throughout the United States and Canada. Two days before the release, the entire album was available for streaming on their MySpace.

Eme Nakia (2006)
In conjunction with the album Threes, Sparta is also releasing a 16-minute short film entitled "Eme Nakia". The film, the soundtrack for which is performed by ...