Shannon Leto drummed Alter Bridge’s “Metalingus” live for the first time in a Drumeo challenge, earning praise from the song’s creator.

Shannon Leto, drummer for Thirty Seconds to Mars, took part in Drumeo’s “Hearing Songs for the First Time” challenge, performing a drum cover of Alter Bridge’s “Metalingus” live for the first time. The experience, described as intense and unprecedented, earned praise from Alter Bridge’s Scott Phillips, who called the performance “really well done, super cool.” The video is part of a popular YouTube series showcasing drummers’ improvisational skills, following a 2023 appearance by Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Chad Smith. Thirty Seconds to Mars released their album *It’s the End of the World but It’s a Beautiful Day* in 2023.