Thirty Seconds to Mars is an American alternative rock band formed in 1998 in Los Angeles. The group was founded by brothers Jared Leto (vocals, guitar, keyboards) and Shannon Leto (drums), who had been making music together since childhood. Their music blends elements of alternative and progressive rock, electronica, and pop, giving the band a unique and often epic sound.
Their debut album 30 Seconds to Mars (2002) was well received, but their breakthrough came with the album A Beautiful Lie (2005), which featured hits such as "The Kill," "From Yesterday," and "Attack." The album This Is War (2009) cemented their status with anthems like "Kings and Queens" and "Closer to the Edge." In 2013, with the album Love, Lust, Faith and Dreams, they expanded their sonic palette through an experimental approach, while America (2018) embraced a more electronic and pop-oriented production.
In 2023, the band released their latest album, It’s the End of the World but It’s a Beautiful Day, which presents a more introspective and minimalist musical direction. The single "Stuck" stood out as one of the key tracks, reflecting Jared’s post-pandemic worldview and the search for beauty in uncertainty.
Thirty Seconds to Mars are known for their intense live performances and a deep connection with their fan base, known as "Echelon." They are famous for one of the longest concert tours in history, performing 311 shows in a single year—a feat that earned them a place in the Guinness World Records.
Beyond music, Jared Leto is also an established actor and visual artist. The band has created several visual projects, including the documentary Artifact (2012), which explores their legal battle with EMI, and the project A Day in the Life of America (2017), which captured a portrait of American life in a single day.
The band remains active with numerous tours and performances worldwide, maintaining their status as one of the most charismatic and artistically multifaceted rock acts of today.
