Sparky's Flaw

Parachute took root in Charlottesville, VA, where the group honed its pop/rock sound -- equal parts Maroon 5 and the Fray, with an emphasis on acoustic guitar, piano, and affable vocals -- under the original name Sparky's Flaw. Comprised of members William Anderson (vocals, guitar, keyboard), John Stubblefield (drums), Christopher "Kit" French (saxophone. keyboard), Alex Hargrave (bass), and Nate McFarland (guitar), the quintet initially formed during the members' high school years. Their college years saw the fresh-faced bandmates opening for Robert Randolph at the University...