Sparta Recruit My Chemical Romance’s Frank Iero For New Single “Crater”, Announce New Album ‘Cut A Silhouette’

Sparta have announced details for their upcoming sixth studio album, ‘Cut A Silhouette’, which is scheduled to arrive May 29th via Equal Vision Records and Dine Alone Records. Alongside the announcement, the long-running post-hardcore outfit have unveiled their new single “Crater,” featuring songwriting contributions from My Chemical Romance guitarist and vocalist Frank Iero.

Fronted by former At The Drive-In member Jim Ward, the band also confirmed that Iero contributed to another track on the record, “Mouthbreather,” marking a notable collaboration between two influential figures from the post-hardcore and alternative scenes.

Ward described ‘Cut A Silhouette’ as a deeply personal project centered on emotional connection and longevity in his creative journey.

“I want it to leave an impression, and at this point in my career, that’s what I yearn for. I’m working so hard to make something meaningful to me, and I really want people to get a chance to feel it as well.”

Speaking about joining the project, Iero reflected on his long history as a fan of Ward’s work and the full-circle nature of their collaboration.

“I’ve been a fan of Jim Ward’s songwriting and guitar playing for more than half my life. I started by going to see At the Drive-In play at Masonic lodges and VFW halls in my teens, to booking an opening spot with MCR on an ill-fated show opening for Sparta at the Birch Hill Nightclub in NJ in my 20s — this show was cancelled day of due to an exploding frozen pipe and no one played. Cut to now being asked to write some songs with him for the newest Sparta record in my 40s…”

The 10-track album was recorded at Magpie Cage Recording Studio in Baltimore, Maryland, with J. Robbins of Jawbox handling production duties. Additional guest appearances on the record include Brooks Harlan (War On Women, ex-Jawbox) and Carlos Arévalo of Chicano Batman.

‘Cut A Silhouette’ Track Listing

01 – “Split Lip”
02 – “Crater”
03 – “Mouthbreather”
04 – “Daydream”
05 – “See You Soon”
06 – “Everything You Say”
07 – “Without Your Hands”
08 – “Midnights”
09 – “Mystery Of Missing”
10 – “Glimmer”

Multiple vinyl variants have been announced alongside the album’s release, with pre-orders currently available through Equal Vision Records. Limited pressing options include several exclusive colorways across retail, label, tour, and regional editions.

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[Via Revolver]