Sparky's Flaw have their roots in Charlottesville, VA, where the group honed its pop/rock sound -- equal parts Maroon 5 and the Fray, with an emphasis on acoustic guitar and affable vocals -- while attending the University of Virginia. Comprised of members William Anderson (vocals, guitar, keyboard), John Stubblefield (drums), Christopher "Kit" French (saxophone), Alex Hargrave (bass), and Nate McFarland (guitar), the quintet initially formed during the members' high-school years. Their first year at U.Va.