Diament set up his own UK record label in December 2004 called Paper and Glue releasing a series of limited edition Temposhark singles, the first of which was their critically acclaimed EP Neon Question Mark.
Temposhark quickly collaborated with singer Imogen Heap (Frou Frou), received club remixes from electro pioneers including Cursor Miner, Mark Moore (S'Express), Melnyk, Metronomy, Avril (FCommunications), Carmen Rizzo and Crispin J Glover as well as hip-hop crew Border Crossing, Masashi Naka (Escalator Records, Japan), Akira the Don and electropunk duo Noblesse Oblige. The band have also written two short film soundtracks for fine artist Justine Pearsall.
A second EP 'Invisible Ink/Little White Lie' came out in May 2005 which attracted many new admirers including acclaimed producer Guy Sigsworth, best known for his work with Madonna, Björk and Britney Spears. Sigsworth went on to produce Temposhark's first nationwide released UK single It's Better To Have Loved, which came out as a limited edition CD on December 12th 2005. All of these early Temposhark limited edition EPs came in deluxe packaging helping to create a buzz around the band in creative circles and with their fanbase. The band themselves were never pictured on the sleeves instead choosing striking original art images and stylish die-cut record sleeves.
In 2005, Diament said that his band name was thought up when he "woke up in the midst of a dream one night, at like 4am, and just said the word Temposhark. So it came from my subconscious I guess. Honestly it was that simple. I wanted a name that sounded strong. I liked the idea that music could be a weapon. Something powerful.."
In May 2006 Temposhark released their second nationwide single Joy on limited edition CD and 7” vinyl and the band set out on a UK tour visiting towns all over the UK. These dates included a very high profile London show at Tate Britain on Fri May 5th and Carling Academy Islington on Sat May 20th. Temposhark gained many new fans when Joy was featured on the front homepage of iTunes UK and in iTunes’ weekly newsletter.
In 2007, Temposhark toured the USA with their full band as well as completing their debut album, to be released in March 2008.
Temposhark's debut album The Invisible Line will be released in Spring 2008 in both UK and USA/Canada. It was produced and recorded in London by rising producer Sean McGhee with two tracks produced by Guy Sigsworth. The album includes the song Blame, which was co-written with legendary producer Youth aka Martin Glover from Killing Joke as well as a duet with Imogen Heap called Not That Big.
On March 15th 2007 at the South by Southwest 2007 festival, Temposhark announced on stage that their debut album was to be called The Invisible Line. Singer Robert Diament has said that the album title was inspired by controversial British artist Tracey Emin from passages in her books Exploration Of The Soul (1994) and Strangeland (2005).
A behind-the-scenes video of Temposhark recording at London's RAK Studios was released on YouTube.com on May 26th 2007. The video was synced up to the full album version of the Temposhark song Blame. This is thought to be the first preview of the newly recorded album version of the song.
In October 2007, Temposhark's song Blame, taken from their forthcoming album, was nominated in the Best International category at the Ontario Independent Music Awards which take place in Toronto, Canada on November 15th 2007. Due to the album being leaked ahead of its official March 2008 release, its now been made available on iTunes in Europe, Australia and Japan.
Invisible Ink
Temposhark Lyrics
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Every word I wrote in silence
I'm invisible...
Who did I want to be?
If I've spoke my last sentence
Are thoughts indelible?
Let me go...
Make it better, work hard, leave your mark
Let me go...
Make it better, work hard, leave your mark
Make it better, work hard, leave your mark
Don't leave the world without making them think
Don't leave the world without changing something
Don't leave the world without making them think
Don't leave the world without changing something
When life has come to be
Everything that I desire
Will truth be edible?
And if I was lost at sea
Would I sink into forever
Or stay residual?
Let me go...
Make it better, work hard, leave your mark
Make it better, work hard, leave your mark
Let me go...
Make it better, work hard, leave your mark
Make it better, work hard, leave your mark
Don't leave the world without making them think (make it right)
Don't leave the world without changing something (make it right)
Don't leave the world without making them think (make it right)
Don't leave the world without changing something (make it right)
The lyrics to Temposhark's "Invisible Ink" explore a sense of existential questioning and the desire to leave a meaningful impact on the world. The song begins with the singer asking what others see in them, pondering whether their thoughts and words are truly indelible. They wonder who they wanted to be and whether their thoughts and desires will be consumed and forgotten like food.
The chorus provides a call to action to make a difference and leave a mark on the world. The repetition of "Make it better, work hard, leave your mark" drives home the message that it is up to the individual to create a legacy that will inspire others. The verses continue this theme, questioning whether one's desires will be consumed or remain "residual." The final lines of the chorus, "Don't leave the world without making them think/Don't leave the world without changing something" reiterate the message that it is up to each person to make a change and leave the world a better place.
Overall, "Invisible Ink" provides a motivational message to its listeners to strive to create meaning and purpose in their lives. It encourages introspection and self-reflection while emphasizing the importance of taking action to create positive change.
Line by Line Meaning
What do you find in me?
What about me draws your attention or interest?
Every word I wrote in silence
Everything I've kept to myself, every thought I've written down but not shared
I'm invisible...
Despite my thoughts and words, I feel unnoticed or ignored
Who did I want to be?
What was my desired self-image or persona?
If I've spoke my last sentence
If I never speak another word or have my last say
Are thoughts indelible?
Will my thoughts and ideas be remembered or have a lasting impact?
Let me go...
Give me freedom or release from my burdens
Make it better, work hard, leave your mark
Do your best to make a positive impact and leave a lasting legacy in the world
Don't leave the world without making them think
Don't depart without making others ponder or consider something important
Don't leave the world without changing something
Don't exit without making a tangible and meaningful impact or contribution
When life has come to be
When I've experienced everything I desire or have achieved all my goals
Everything that I desire
All of my wants and aspirations
Will truth be edible?
Will my beliefs and ideals be accepted or palatable to others?
And if I was lost at sea
If I was stranded and directionless in life
Would I sink into forever
Would I give in and lose myself forever?
Or stay residual?
Or remain as a lasting imprint or influence on the world?
Don't leave the world without making them think (make it right)
Don't depart without challenging others to think critically or deeply
Don't leave the world without changing something (make it right)
Don't exit without having made a positive difference or impact in the world
Contributed by Dylan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
moonlightnite
i think this song made me talk about world problems with my friend one day...it was a very interesting conversation.
Julie Rose
i soo luvvvvv <3 temposhark is soo awsummm <3
Conor Richards
It's almost like someone put vocals to an Aphex Twin track.