Katha Mia - Drums, Vocals
Carl Fornia - Guit… Read Full Bio ↴Martin Engler - Vocals
Katha Mia - Drums, Vocals
Carl Fornia - Guitar, Vocals
Manuel Antoni - Bass, Vocals
Mono Inc. rose from the ashes of several band projects, the frustrations of being forced into unwelcome directions by major record labels and the fervent wish to make uncompromising music. Founder members were Martin Engler, mastermind and songwriter, Carl Fornia and Miky Mono. In 2003 Manuel Antoni joined the band on bass guitar and also as a sound designer.It was made clear from the start that Mono Inc. would never sell their souls for a major record label deal and they decided to sign with the independent label NoCut. Their debut album Head Under Water was released in 2004 and was critically acclaimed as a new sound called ‘MONOROCK’. Two singles from the album made appearances in the most important German trend charts for rock, metal and gothic music such as DAC, MRC30 and Native25. The release was followed by extensive touring throughout Germany and Europe.
At the end of 2006, as the band gathered in the studio to prepare the material for the 2nd album, they were witness to a totally unexpected event: the break-up between the band and their front man; after endless discussions and the odd flying instrument the tensions between Martin and Miky had run so high that the band asked Miky to leave and decreed that Martin should take over the microphone.
Strangely this was not a spectacular change in sound for the band, as they were so used to Martin’s voice from his many demos, and he has been lead vocalist ever since. The free seat behind the drums was soon occupied by Katha Mia, probably Germany’s best-looking female drummer.
Martin and Katha first met backstage at a Depeche Mode concert in Aarhus, Denmark, in the summer of 2006. Katha knew of Mono Inc. and half-jokingly offered her percussive services in the event of Martin ever breaking a hand during the drum solo. He remembered this kind, misguided offer and decided to take a chance and invite her to the studio. On that fateful day the band was immediately, jaw-droppingly impressed by this sweet, enchanting beauty who sat behind the drumkit and packed such an unbelievable punch. The decision to grab her was made in seconds. With this exciting new line-up complete, the band relished recording their 2nd longplayer Temple of the Torn, which was released worldwide in June 2007.
The Hit-Single of this album (In My Heart) was the key for Mono Inc. to becoming a constant component of every Rock-DJ’s program and was changing the bands status of being an insiders’ tip into being resounded throughout the land. The 2nd half of the year 2007 the band enjoyed their new born harmony on the road and played all over the country and entered the next level when their song Burn Me was picked to become theme music of a new serial by a big German TV station. This serial started in September 2007 and still continues…
And now, in May 2008, Mono Inc. is back with a vengeance! The 3rd album CD Pain, Love And Poetry is steamrollering the gothic-scenery only 11 months after their last full length album. And it’s once again full of unbelievably good compositions. Musically the new album has everything we've come to expect from this band: breathtaking drum patterns, soaring bass lines, rich guitar walls, gorgeous keyboard pads and empathetic vocals create an evocative soundscape that captures the listener immediately. That’s what we expected… but Martin is singing his new songs with more confidence and authority than ever and you feel and believe every single word and note.
Lyrically the focus is (as the title already implies) intensely personal throughout, and anyone who has experienced the ups and downs (especially the downs) of love will find himself poetically echoed here. The first single Teach Me To Love, which comes as a duet with Lisa Middelhauve (female ex-vocalist of Goth-Metal-Band Xandria).
Not to be slowed down Mono inc released the EP Comedown in 2010, and the EP Revenge in 2011. Full Length albums poured out in the shape of Viva Hades in 2011 and freshly released After the War full length and EP. Listen now and fall deeply and lastingly in love with Germanys Dark-Rockers...
Temple of the Torn
Mono Inc. Lyrics
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It’s for all those well ignored
It’s for all their lost dimensions
And for those who don’t try it no more
Welcome to the temple of the torn (This must be heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of eternal love (Just like heaven then)
It’s ‘bout suffering lonesome minds
But I preach to the converted
As I know you’ll be down there tonight
Welcome to the temple of the torn (This must be heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of eternal love (Just like heaven then)
The lyrics of Mono Inc.’s song “Temple of the Torn” seem to be dedicated to those who feel ignored and lost in this world. The song offers them a place of refuge, the “temple of the torn” which is described as being similar to heaven. The temple is created for those who are not familiar with hope, and it is a place where their lost dimensions will be fulfilled. The lyrics convey a message of healing and spiritual renewal, alluding to the idea that the darkness can be conquered by the light within oneself.
The singer mentions that the song is “‘bout voices you don’t hear yet” and “‘bout suffering lonesome minds”. The lyrics suggest that the song is meant to lift up those who have felt alone and voiceless in their struggles. The singer recognizes that the listener may not yet be able to hear the message of hope that he is singing, but he assures them that the converted will hear it.
Overall, the song can be seen as a message of comfort and hope to those who feel lost and alone. It offers a sanctuary, a place to turn to when everything else seems to fail.
Line by Line Meaning
This is for all those somber moments
The song is a tribute to the gloomy moments in life
It’s for all those well ignored
It’s dedicated to those who have been overlooked or forgotten
It’s for all their lost dimensions
It’s about the facets of life that have been lost or forgotten
And for those who don’t try it no more
It's for those who have given up
Welcome to the temple of the torn (This must be heaven then)
The temple of the torn is a metaphorical representation of heaven, a place for the broken
Welcome to the temple of eternal love (Just like heaven then)
The temple of the torn is a haven of eternal love, akin to heaven
It’s ‘bout voices you don’t hear yet
The song speaks about unheard voices, the unspoken
It’s ‘bout suffering lonesome minds
It’s about the pain and misery of solitary individuals
But I preach to the converted
The singer is communicating his message to those who are already believers
As I know you’ll be down there tonight
The singer is certain that his listeners will be present in the temple of the torn tonight
Contributed by Annabelle N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
El Vacio Sin Nombre
This is for all those somber moments
It's for all those well ignored
It's for all their lost dimensions
And for those who don't try it no more
Welcome to the temple of the torn (this must be heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of eternal love (just like heaven then)
It's 'bout voices you don't hear yet
It's 'bout suffering, lonesome minds
But I preach to the converted
As I know you'll be down there tonight
Welcome to the temple of the torn (this must be heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of eternal love (just like heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of the torn (this must be heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of eternal love (just like heaven then)
This is for all those somber moments
It's for all those well ignored
It's for all their lost dimensions
And for those who don't try it no more
It's 'bout voices you don't hear yet
It's 'bout suffering, lonesome minds
But I preach to the converted
As I know you'll be down there tonight
Welcome to the temple of the torn (this must be heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of eternal love (just like heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of the torn (this must be heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of eternal love (just like heaven then)
WELCOME TO THE TEMPLE OF THE TORN
WELCOME TO THE TEMPLE OF ETERNAL LOVE
THIS MUST BE HEAVEN THEN
WELCOME TO THE TEMPLE OF THE TORN
WELCOME TO THE TEMPLE OF ETERNAL LOVE (JUST LIKE HEAVEN THEN)
El Vacio Sin Nombre
This is for all those somber moments
It's for all those well ignored
It's for all their lost dimensions
And for those who don't try it no more
Welcome to the temple of the torn (this must be heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of eternal love (just like heaven then)
It's 'bout voices you don't hear yet
It's 'bout suffering, lonesome minds
But I preach to the converted
As I know you'll be down there tonight
Welcome to the temple of the torn (this must be heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of eternal love (just like heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of the torn (this must be heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of eternal love (just like heaven then)
This is for all those somber moments
It's for all those well ignored
It's for all their lost dimensions
And for those who don't try it no more
It's 'bout voices you don't hear yet
It's 'bout suffering, lonesome minds
But I preach to the converted
As I know you'll be down there tonight
Welcome to the temple of the torn (this must be heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of eternal love (just like heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of the torn (this must be heaven then)
Welcome to the temple of eternal love (just like heaven then)
WELCOME TO THE TEMPLE OF THE TORN
WELCOME TO THE TEMPLE OF ETERNAL LOVE
THIS MUST BE HEAVEN THEN
WELCOME TO THE TEMPLE OF THE TORN
WELCOME TO THE TEMPLE OF ETERNAL LOVE (JUST LIKE HEAVEN THEN)
GiDi
i seriously love this song now. i cant stop listening to it. Awesome video too! keep it up =]
MONO INC.
We are proud to present the new video clip of MONO INC.. For a record company it is fantastic to work with this band. Hope you like it! Watch out for the forthcoming album. Mary
tWiStEdTeMpTaTiOn94
i love this song. it has a really good beat to it.
DarkMattervideos
3 songs ive listened to, each with great lyrics. i really like this band
Hannah Martin
You guys are great! I love your songs, specially this one. ROCK ON! XD
Jentz
DAMN i love this song! i gotta get this album!! it sucks not having money lol
marverya
buen ritmo me gusta!!!
Steve Smith
Hab sie in Erlangen zum ersten mal gehört und muss sagen, dass sie einfach nur geil sind!^^ In München haben sie mir dann fast noch mehr gefallen, weil der Sound mMn besser war. Lohnt sich auf jeden Fall bei der neuen Tour dabei zu sein (nicht nur wegen der Schlagzeugerin ;)
Matthew Wallace
they sound amazing