I'm certain this question has come up before. Possibly even posted by me. But, meh. Who do people prefer?
I prefer Sparta myself. I do like Mars Volta, nay, LOVE Mars Volta, but I find Sparta to be far more listenable.
Sorry 'Sparta' but When little Ceddie wails, he can certainly wail his L.S.D. soaked Heart...And Jon Theodor is a rediculously good drummer...Not to mention Omar and his many effects pedal....So Yeah....The Mars Volta all the way....