Jim Ward (musician)

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Jim Ward
Ward in 2006
Background information
Birth name	James David Ward
Born	(1976-09-19) September 19, 1976 (age 48)
Origin	El Paso, Texas, U.S.
Genres	Alternative rock indie rock post-hardcore art punk alternative country Americana
Occupations	Musician singer songwriter
Instruments	Vocals guitar keyboards
Years active	1993–present
Labels	Dine Alone Records
Member of	Sparta
Formerly of	Sleepercar At the Drive-In

James David Ward (born September 19, 1976) is an American musician. A self-taught guitarist and pianist, he is the lead singer and guitarist for the band Sparta; he is also a co-founder of the post-hardcore band At the Drive-In, which he formed in 1994.