30 Seconds to Mars frontman Jared Leto is AOL Radio's guest blogger this week, bringing us the "Top 10 Albums to Lose Yourself to." Know that his choices are eccentric, worldly (Icelandic and French bands), and cover various music genres and generations. Leto's list shows us that his environmentally-conscious band likes pushing boundaries: and you'll see they're doing just that in their upcoming record, 'This Is War,' where they launched a Summit to include their fan base in the recording process as well as the project "Faces of Mars" which will feature individual photos of fans for their new albums covers. The third studio album from 30 Seconds to Mars (out in stores Dec. 8) could be their best yet. Check out Leto's list below.
10) Peter Gabriel: 'Passion: Music for The Last Temptation of Christ' (OST)
A perfect complement to a classic film.
9) Fleetwood Mac : 'Rumours'
Had to include this for the romantics out there. This album was part of the soundtrack of my brother's and my youth. Does anyone remember having to flip the album over to hear the other side?
8) Pink Floyd: 'Animals' + 'Meddle'
One of my favorite groups of all time - Groundbreaking, experimental, imaginative, classic.
7) Air: 'Moon Safari'
'Moon Safari' is like the soundtrack to a film you've never seen. Inventive and unique. French music... Très bien.
6) Beck: 'Sea Change'
Beck's stripped-down, mellowest album shows a completely different side; from being one of the most irreverent artists to being one of the most sincere, this album showcases his vast range as a songwriter.
5) Damien Rice: 'O'
My favorite Damien Rice album containing my favorite Damien Rice song. If you haven't heard 'The Blower's Daughter' you're missing out on a truly beautiful song.
4) M83: 'Saturdays = Youth'
One of my favorite records of the last few years and proof that you can be experimental and melodic without sacrificing songwriting.
3) Portishead: 'Dummy'
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2) Sigur Rós: '( )'
For an album where the lead vocalist doesn't sing in any language known to man, it's incredibly communicative. I've probably listened to this record 5,436 times. If you've never listened to Sigur Rós, start immediately. And then see them live. Unforgettable!
1) The Cure: 'Disintegration''
If I'm going to pick one to get lost in, 'Disintegration' is the one.
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1. M83 IS AWESOME!!! Right on top of the "favourite bands" list, among others. (though nothing can beat 30stm:P). And also a lot of respect goes to Pink Floyd, rock'n'roll wouldn't have been the same without them. The Cure and Damien Rice( I particularly like the song Jared chose)are other two amazing artists. Nothing but appreciation towards Jared's tastes. I do believe that the 30stm music wouldn't have been the same and so good without these influences.
Posted at 2:58PM on Oct 7th 2009 by idontcryforpain