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    30 Seconds to Mars Grateful for Fan Support -- Exclusive Video

    • Posted on Mar 8th 2010 10:40AM by Emily Tan
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    Jared Leto of 30 Seconds to MarsWhile it seemed that struggles with their record label would lead to the end of 30 Seconds to Mars, the Los Angeles-based rock band made sure that this wouldn't get them down and marched on to record and release 'This Is War' in 2009. Following 2005's 'A Beautiful Lie,' the new album showed fans just how much the band has grown over the years and that they still had something to say.

    "It's an accurate depiction of the interests we have at this time in our life," 30 Seconds to Mars frontman Jared Leto told Spinner when the band stopped by our NYC studio. "It's really what we wanted to say in musical terms, and that's what's great about making music -- you have an opportunity to redefine, rediscover, to reinvent, and we're really excited about the songs."

    Taking two years to record the album, the band didn't only just lock themselves up in the Hollywood hills and write songs, but they also invited fans to sing on the album when the band hosted its "Summit" last year. With more than 701,000 MySpace friends and over 79,000 followers on Twitter, the band is more than thankful for the dedicated fanbase they've had over the years.

    "I suppose, when you think about the fans, the audience around the world, it's like this amazing dysfunctional family -- just a sense of gratitude and awe, respect, pride, a lot of great people around the world that we've been able to share this journey with," Leto said. "We're very blessed."

    The band is currently on their world tour, 'Into the Wild,' which kicked off in the UK in February. However, there's one city in particular that the Leto is very excited about. "It's the biggest tour we've ever done," he said. "We've sold out Wembley arena, and those milestones are really just a lot of fun. It's surreal that we're playing these legendary places."

    With three albums under their belt and sold-out shows all over the world, 30 Seconds to Mars aren't doing too shabby. But there's one still on thing they'd like to do. "I would really like to hear Barack Obama on a 30 Seconds to Mars song," Leto says. "He's got the voice. He's got the timbre."

    Check out video from the exclusive interview below.

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    Vanessaat 3-09-2010

    "But there's one still on thing they'd like to do. "I would really like to hear Barack Obama on a 30 Seconds to Mars song," Leto says. "He's got the voice. He's got the timbre."
    ....
    And there ya go Jared, you just lost this pair of listening ears. I liked your music at first and enjoyeD it when I heard it on satellite radio but after that comment how can someone be so insane to want anything to do with Obama? Sorry, but I will be deleting you from my iPod's playlist from here on out. What a shame*

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    stelaat 3-20-2010

    Vanessa you silly small minded idiot, I am almost positive no one cares what is on your IPOD and if you don't care for The President of the United States maybe you could move somewhere that your more comfortable with their leadership

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    Dielawnat 3-09-2010

    You're very ridiculous :)

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    Thisismadelineat 3-10-2010

    Don't be so childish Vanessa:S

    You're deleting the songs because of that comment?
    omg..
    Do what you want..

    30 Seconds to Mars for me for ever what ever happen..

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    Wutat 3-09-2010

    You're a knob head.

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    Julesat 3-09-2010

    If I understand Vanessa correctly it is the principle. If you aren't an Obama supporter (which I am definitely not), then why put your money into supporting people who are?

    To be honest, I'm still going to try to get tix to their LA show. Everyone is allowed to have flaws LOL

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    EvilCookieat 3-09-2010

    Not listenin to someone's music, that you like, just because of their political views is nonsense :/

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    nat87at 3-09-2010

    Ignorant ears shouldn't be listening to 30stm. Music is music not politics, get over yourself. This from someone who isn't much of an obama fan either.

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    Spankyat 3-10-2010

    If you are going to delete a band from your Ipod because of political views, then might I suggest never going to a movie ever again. If you are such a militant conservative you must really hate how liberal Hollywood is. Better yet..just lock yourself in your house with a copy of Mein Kampf. Political radicals freak me out!

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    Patat 3-10-2010

    "I would really like to hear Barack Obama on a 30 Seconds to Mars song," Leto says. "He's got the voice. He's got the timbre."
    That's all and does not mean Jared is politically an Obama supporter, he's just curious to hear how Obama would melt his voice, the timbre of his voice in a 30STM song... I don't think you get the point.

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    Valentinaat 3-12-2010

    Pity there are still those few ignorant people such as yourself with a attitude like that towards our president. Regardless of your political views, he is our president, stuggling to undo all this damage and looking for solidarity in our nation and the people. And further more - what does ANYBODY's political standing have to do with the enjoyment of music. Sit back, listen and let the music move you... And listen to the message these fine gentlemen are trying to convey. And then, DO SOMETHING TO MAKE OUR WORLD A BETTER PLACE!

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    emilyat 3-12-2010

    that is a pathetic thing to say tbh.

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    Erika28at 3-12-2010

    you are very shallow,very ignorant.

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    peacelovenmelonsat 3-13-2010

    GOOD RIDDANCE VANESSA!!!! Grow up and learn what OPINION means. You are not a dictator.

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    sitesshadows12at 3-09-2010

    love how humble you guys are! you guys are the best.

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    sitesshadows12at 3-09-2010

    love how humble you guys are! you guys are the best.

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    camy-wat 3-10-2010

    That's just ridiculous V. ...
    Why not a record with Obama, could be great!

    30 seconds to mars for ever...

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    The Katat 3-09-2010

    I love Leto but why does he look homeless? Seriously. Great album one of my favs =)

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    Andrea:)at 3-09-2010

    I love you guys!! I will soon be seeing you in Orlando, Fl April 28th.. and I am stoked:)

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    Andrea:)at 3-09-2010

    ^ I agree you are really callow. :)

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