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Mad!

Sparks · 2025

45 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · pop rock

An eclectic blend of disco-infused art rock with whimsical lyrics and vibrant synth textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo dance vibes
  • whimsical lyrics for light-heartedness
  • for playful gatherings
  • vibrant synths for upbeat energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer intense, fast-paced tracks
  • seek deep emotional introspection

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Mad!' was released in May 2025, Sparks was enjoying a resurgence following their successful 2022 album 'A Steady Drip, Drip, Drip', which marked their return to the forefront of alternative rock. This album followed a period of renewed interest in their innovative sound, solidifying their status as genre-defying pioneers decades into their career.
Stylistic neighbors
They Might Be Giants· Devo· XTC

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Do Things My Own Way 3:41
  • 2 JanSport Backpack 4:13
  • 3 Hit Me, Baby 3:45
  • 4 Running Up a Tab at the Hotel for the Fab 4:22
  • 5 My Devotion 4:20
  • 6 Don't Dog It 3:19
  • 7 In Daylight 4:11
  • 8 I-405 Rules 3:22
  • 9 A Long Red Light 3:03
  • 10 Drowned in a Sea of Tears 3:22
  • 11 A Little Bit of Light Banter 3:31
  • 12 Lord Have Mercy 4:42

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