The date: October, 19th, 2014. The place: Fundição Progresso in Lapa, the bucolic neighborhood. The city: Rio de Janeiro. The band: 30 Seconds To Mars. The scenario was set for that wonderful Sunday afternoon. It was a sunny and hot day and I was ready to see live in concert one of the bands I grew to love so much over the past few years.
As the usual, I was going to their concert by myself, but right as I took the bus, I met 2 girls that were going as well. That bus ride went by fast and I soon noticed we were right there and the line was huge. We got into line, talked, took pictures, all while the line was moving. When we looked, we were in front of the door. It was the first time I went to see a concert in Brazil, after moving back from the US. It was, also, my first time at Fundição Progresso. The concert venue is different and the theatre area isn’t huge, but it’s high.
When we entered, the place was already packed! After half an hour of waiting, Jared Leto & the band appeared on stage singing “Birth”, followed by “Night of the Hunter”. The crowd went wild! They sang every single song in a unison like I’ve never seen it before. I sang it too, don’t get me wrong, it was just impressive. The girls and I were having such a blast, jumping and singing song after song. The band put up on quite an awesome concert and overall incredible experience.
Some of the highlights of the night were “This Is War”, “Kings and Queens” and “Do Or Die”. My personal highlight was when they sang “City of Angels”, because it brings back so many amazing memories I had while I lived in LA and so many great friends that still live there. With each song, Jared made an unique performance, so upbeat and energetic, like very few I’ve ever seen.
After an hour and a half of the best music, the band finished their concert with “Up In The Air”. The audience, myself included, definitely wanted more and more. They could’ve sing for another 3 hours and we would still want more. It’s safe to say that Jared and the band left us all in ecstasy. What an unforgettable Sunday!
Music by Mary 