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And I frigging missed it agin...Grrrrrrrrr

Please dont ask me to fill in the gaps etc. cos I wont be able to help ya....Sorry!

*Posted by 30 Seconds To Mars on their official boards*

WHOOPS!!!

We excitedly opened the final yearbook samples only to find they'd be
bound in RED instead of the correct way... WHITE : (

We're told the corrected versions are on their way and are getting
them out to you all very, very soon!

They will be worth the wait!

Provehito in Altum

-MARS

*I like the red look, would prefer it to white to be honest......but its up to the boys I guess!!!*

OK peeps its a sad day on Twitter in one respect....

Posting from the boys regarding the new album...

30SECONDSTOMARS

1. 13 weeks until we finish the record. We hope...4:03 AM Mar 22nd from web Almost finished with a song called 'THIS IS WAR' just a few more things to do...exciting 4:58 AM Mar 17th from TwitterBerry

BOO! Happy friday 13th! Been a VERY interesting day here. Working on a song called ARTIFACT or BLITZKREIG not sure yet..Have a great wknd!-j6:02 AM Mar 14th from TwitterBerry

OH BUT GREAT NEWS ON ANOTHER TWITTER FRONT!!!

Shannon has a Twitter account!!!

http://twitter.com/ShannonLeto

Whoo hoo!!!

The link regarding the chat is below...

http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=456819788&blogID=478125384

Woot!!!

Kings & Queens
Hurricane
Panacea
Search & Destroy
Blitzkrieg/Atrifact
Night of the Hunter
This is War

These are the song titles leaked by the band on twitter and kyte so far. 

This list is up to date as of March 16th 2009.

http://pacificcoastnewsonline.celebuzz.com/2009/03/jared-leto-pulls-a-joaquin-pho-1.html

Yesterday Jared Leto was spotted walking round his LA neighbourhood with his shirt wrapped over his head - While being filmed by a pal!  Oh crap what has Joaquin Phoenix started?

When our paps enquired about the curious scene, the bearded actor kept it covert, preferring to chitchat about the weather.  He did sort of admit to filming a documentary, saying the video will probably end up on Youtube one day.  God I hope so!

*Thanks Piewacket*

We have taken the mighty plunge: 30 Seconds to Mars has officially joined Twitter.  Follow us at twitter.com/30secondstomars and keep track of us via our updates.  And don't forget to enable your mobile devices to ensure that you can receive our twitter updates on the go.  PROVEHITO IN ALTUM -MARS   www.thirtysecondstomars.com www.myspace.com/thirtysecondstomars www.abeautifullie.org Privacy Policy The Sisyphus Corporation

As part of 30 Seconds to Mars' support of Habitat for Humanity, the band has donated an autographed hardhat to be auctioned off by Habitat to help raise funds for families in need.  Go to  www.clothesoffourback.org/habitat and bid NOW.  100% of the proceeds raised in this auction benefit Habitat for Humanity families, so please bid often.  Check out the auction page for the full list of bands who donated in support of this very worthy cause at www.clothesoffourback.org/habitat.

Thank you, as always, for your support.

PROVEHITO IN ALTUM

-MARS

*Posted by Jared Leto on his Myspace page!*

LOS ANGELES (Billboard) - 30 Seconds to Mars, the alternative rock band formed by actor Jared Leto and his brother Shannon, has kept busy since its 2005 studio release, "A Beautiful Lie," selling more than 3 million albums and singles, touring the world and recording a new album.

The band is also fighting a $30 million lawsuit filed last year by Virgin/EMI over 30 Seconds to Mars' termination of its contract, in which the band cited a California law that governs the ability of entertainers to end their contracts after seven years. The band countersued the label in the fall, alleging breach of contract and "creative accounting" that it says resulted in unpaid royalties. There isn't yet a release date for the new album, but the band and producer Flood talked to Billboard about what to expect.

Billboard: What experiences did you have on the road that you brought into this album?

Shannon Leto: There's a song that we have that encapsulates the sound of 30 Seconds to Mars these days, called "Kings and Queens."

Jared Leto: I had written a verse right as we were going to the airport -- I literally almost missed the flight because I picked up the guitar and this song came out. You have that moment of discovery that's exciting.

Billboard: Flood, what was it like working with these guys, compared to working with the Smashing Pumpkins and other bands?

Flood: Every band I've worked with brings something unique. These guys wanted to move into a different place, and that's always a big challenge. They've established themselves very firmly in one arena, but when Jared first talked to me, it was about trying to make a "classic album." And that's by pushing themselves and me and all of us to a place that you may not have expected to go.

Jared Leto: He has a karmic ability to be with bands at pivotal moments in their creative lives. And I said to him that I really felt like that is where we were at as a band, ready to take new chances and ready to challenge ourselves in ways we hadn't before. And I think all the years on the road, all the years of struggle, the battles we've fought, have really helped make us who we are. We were ready to say something unique in creative terms and Flood was the perfect person to help us achieve those goals.

Billboard: In light of the lawsuit that Virgin filed against the band, how do you insulate yourself from that strife?

Jared Leto: You can't. You try. But we always felt, and we still feel, like it was the right thing to do, because what we fought for and what we're still fighting for is fairness and for what we believe is right. It's interesting that all of this is happening along with the madness of the financial crisis, the creative challenges, the lawsuit. It's an intense time, and I think you can feel that on the record.

Billboard: Where are you right now with the lawsuit? Is it close to a resolution?

Jared Leto: You never know with these things. Some days you think there could be a resolution, and other days you prepare yourself to take it all the way. It's dependent on a lot of moving parts. We certainly have always been a band that has had a very rewarding, and more than civil, and enjoyable relationship with our record label and the people in our lives that we've done business with. We've always been really, really grateful. But there came a time with (EMI), where it just didn't make sense for us to continue moving forward with the conditions that were there, and I think any reasonable person (looking) at the facts and the options would readily agree.

Billboard: Will you end up releasing this album independently?

Jared Leto: There is a very real possibility of that. We're looking at all our options, and there are some wonderful, really exciting options out there, and we're really grateful for that.

Billboard: The band has become popular in many countries. How do you explain that global appeal, regardless of language and culture?

Flood: Watching them at a few concerts, it seems to be that people who are disaffected or don't fit into normal groups seem to feel a sense of attraction to this band, because they don't feel as though they're outsiders.

Jared Leto: It's more the collective consciousness than it is just us. We really share ownership. I really believe that our fans have a sense of how much this means to us as well, that we're not just chasing a single or an album or just a song or a piece of merch or a party. They know this runs deep, and it's everything for us.

Wednesday, February 11, 2009 

EMI, raccoons, The new cd Still fighting the good fight here in the City of Angels. Working nx in the laboratory experimenting with any and everything. So many exciting things happening we wish we could share them with everyone all the time. Yes, there are those days filled with more questions than answers and a healthy amount of self doubt but we think this is the absolute best thing we have ever done to date. Now it's just about finishing. About commitment. About surrender. You know the drill. This part of the story isn't too different for all of us around the world. I guess it just depends how the light falls. So, sorry to say it doesn't look like we will have a record ready to put out this year.... ..just kidding. Hehaw. It'll be done momentarily and out sometime this summer. Woooohooooo! We cannot wait. So many secrets to tell about what we have been up to. Soon.... The EMI situation is still the same unfortunately. They are still intent on suing us for 30 gazillion dollars and we are still intent on fighting for what we believe in. We had hopes for some sort of resolution by now but it's not yet meant to be. We have prepared ourselves for whatever outcome may transpire and although we welcome continued conversation and compromise we remain ready for the battle for what is right and true. Whatever happens we promise you all one thing. This new album will be out this year. No. Matter. What. We miss the road and all of you very much. XO -jared ps. we have raccoons   *Ha ha love it about the raccoons - WTF is that all about lol*

The band have taken some time to answer some of the questions posted by the Echelon in the Purgatory section on the official boards.

What do you guys think about your spirits and souls?
PROBABLY MORE THE GODS BUSINESS THAN MAN BUT E.TOLLE HAD IT RIGHT WHEN HE GAVE THE ADVICE TO TRY NOT TO THINK TOO MUCH

Do you have any plans of a concert in Sweden or Denmark?
YES. DEFINITELY. AND SOOOOON. -J

What are some of your favorite dance songs?.
RELAX BY FRANKIE GOES TO HOLLYWOOD, NWA, BLUE MONDAY BY NEW ORDER, PET SHOP BOYS, PRINCE, MICHAEL JACKSON THRILLER, BEE GEES, CRYSTAL CASTLES, BLOC PARTY, THE RAPTURE, BJORK, DAFT PUNK, M83, MSTRKRFT, MGMT, THE CURE

The yearbook - how's it coming along?
DONE AND PRINTING!!! THANKS FOR YOUR PATIENCE I THINK YOU WILL ALL BE VERY HAPPY! -J

Have you read any good books lately?
FINN WAS GREAT. -J

Does travelling to another country change your look on America?DEFINITELY. AND WE ARE LUCKY TO HAVE SEEN SO MUCH

Will you have any footage of the making of the next record?
OVER 1000 HOURS WORTH. WE ARE MAKING A FILM. YOU HEARD IT HERE FIRST! -J

What do you think of your fans?
WE THINK THE WORLD OF OUR FAMILY

Will Tim ever become an offical band member?
TIM PLAYS THE BASS WHEN WE TOUR AND DOES AN AMAZING JOB WITH THAT. BASS DURING THE RECORDING PROCESS IS HANDLED BY JARED AND TOMO. -MARS

How do you write the music you compose and sing?
SEE BELOW. XO

How does the recording process work?
STARTS WITH THE SPARK OF DISCOVERY. A DREAM. THEN LOTS OF HARD WORK EXPLORING AND EXPERIMENTING. NO RULES. EVERY SONG ITS OWN JOURNEY. AND SOMETIMES THERE IS AN ISOLATION CHAMBER IF NEEDED. -J

What do you think is the biggest change from 1998 30stm to 2008 30stm?
TOO MUCH TO LIST BUT IT'S ALL ONES AND ZEROS ANYWAY ISN'T IT? THE ONLY CHANGE YOU CAN COUNT ON IS CHANGE ITSELF. -J

What do you think about conspiracy theories (like Zeitgeist?)
IT'S IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER THAT THEORIES ARE EXACTLY THAT. JUST THEORIES. -J

What's the relationship like btw band members?
AS GOOD AS IT GETS...MOST OF THE TIME. ; ) -J

What software do you use to record?
PROTOOLS

Can you confirm the producer you're working with?
YES. THE BARON OF THE UNDERWORLD HIMSELF. FLOOD. -J

Are there any new symbols for the next album?
NEW ARTWORK AND A NEW WORLD

What's your favorite gig you've played?
WE HAVE NO FAVORITE CHILDREN OR GIGS. BUT MANY THAT WE LOVE. XO -J

Will there be missions for the echelon with the new album?
- YES. WE WILL NEED TO RALLY THE TROOPS VERY VERY SOON TO START SPREADING THE WORD. MARS IS COMING.......

What do you do with all the gifts?
-WE HAVE ALL SAVE SAFE AND SOUND IN THE MARS MUSEUM! ..

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Sadly theres nothing in this weeks Kerrang thats 30 Seconds To Mars related however......

In next weeks Kerrang they are in the studio with the boys!!!

Woot!!!

Hopefully we will find out more about how the albums going and of course get to see some yummy photos of our boys!!!

I'm assuming for those who dont get it, the lovely Viki will once again post scans of the article!!!

*rushes out to make sure she reserves next weeks Kerrang*

HELP US BUILD THE INTERNATIONAL MARS LIBRARY AND ARCHIVE

We are proud to announce the current construction of ATHENAEUM: THE INTERNATIONAL MARS LIBRARY AND ARCHIVE (IMLA).  We are looking for your creative contribution and asking you to send us your favorite photos (taken or found), articles (online and off), press, videos, links or anything else 30 Seconds to Mars related at 30secondstomarslibrary@gmail.com.  Please make sure it's of the highest possible resolution, size and quality.  Thank you. As an example, we've included two of the most recent additions to the future IMLA, courtesy of Kerrang!       PROVEHITO IN ALTUM -MARS

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The official website for Mr Nobody is now up and running.....

http://www.mrnobody-lefilm.com/

There not a great deal on the site at the moment and would appreciate it if anyone can translate the information that is up.

Katy Perry - I'm Still Breathing

From the album: One Of The Boys