Sleeve M; Vinyl M. Mad! is Sparks’ synth‑pop/art‑rock 28th studio album, built on Ron Mael’s pulsing synth melodies and intricate programming. Key tracks like the quirky opener “Do Things My Own Way,” the catchy “JanSport Backpack,” and the theatrical “Drowned in a Sea of Tears” showcase Russell Mael’s wide‑ranging vocals navigating twists of irony and satire. Sonically, it fuses vintage synth‑textures with art‑opera flair and razor‑sharp pop hooks, blending playful eccentricity with modern electronic polish. Released May 23 2025 on Transgressive Records, Mad! is Sparks’ highest‑charting LP—peaking at No. 2 in the UK—demonstrating their enduring innovation five decades into their career .