30 Seconds to Mars

Editor's Review:

On their self-titled debut, 30 Seconds To Mars certainly does their best to distinguish themselves from the growing hordes of post nü-metal radio-rock bands. At times, this goal is achieved; songs like "Edge Of The Earth," "Capricorn" and "End of the Beginning," showcase the mainstream potential of 30 Seconds' Orgy meets Tool meets Fear Factory sound. Frontman Jared Leto (yes, that Jared Leto) definitely has the voice for radio, and the songs, even with the band's somewhat annoying tendency to shift gears at the exact wrong time, are decent enough. But the whole computer vs. band production style on this album is a little bit over the top; the term overproduced has never been more applicable. Hidden behind the walls of computerized drum beats and synth swells is a pretty decent rock band, however, if you can fight through all the bells and whistles.
- Daniel Taylor

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Record Label Immortal Released September 2002

Tracks Capricorn Edge Of The Earth Fallen Oblivion Buddha For Mary Echelon Welcome To The Universe The Mission End of The Beginning 93 Million Miles Year Zero

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