Sunday, 11/2/2025
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Concert with INA FORSMAN & BAND

The artist Ina Forsman, born in Finland and living in Berlin, presents her most personal and dynamic album to date: After Dark Hour.

Known as one of the leading voices of the European roots scene, Ina has been captivating her audience with explosive live performances and powerful, honey-sweet vocals for over a decade. With this new release, she takes listeners on an emotional and groovy journey of rediscovery and resilience.

Recorded in Helsinki with a team of Finnish musicians and produced by Michael Bleu and Ina herself, After Dark Hour is deeply rooted in retro-soul, funk, Motown-inspired grooves, and R&B. "I knew before the songs were written that I wanted Michael Bleu as the producer," Ina shares. "Michael produced half of my last album, and this time I wanted to create a complete work with him. We have very similar tastes in music, so the production was an intuitive process. I told him I wanted to make a groovy soul album with a retro sound, with songs that work perfectly both on record and live on stage."

The energy of a live performance was a central driving force for the album. "I wanted to create songs that are fun live, songs that leave people sweaty and smiling after my concerts," Ina explains. "That was the greatest inspiration for me." The album reflects Ina's journey from a phase of personal and creative stagnation to newfound inspiration and joy. The title track, After Dark Hour, was the spark that reignited her creativity after over a year of writer's block. "I really went through it – what I call the post-pandemic blues. I couldn't write songs, not even listen to music. And then one day, I wrote the title track, and it was like magic. It was such a relief to know I still had it in me after a year without creative energy. After Dark Hour stands for that moment when you see the first light shining through the closed blinds – the feeling that things are finally looking up again."

Groove is the heart of the album. "I thought about how often I've saved a bad day just by putting on music and dancing alone in my pajamas. I did that a lot while I was writing this album – it was like therapy. That's exactly the energy I wanted to bring into the music." The album takes listeners through a diverse mix of soul sounds – from sensual power ballads to James Brown-inspired funk, gentle sweet soul, and upbeat Motown grooves. The lush production features cinematic strings, powerful horns, and gospel-like background vocals – all serving as the perfect backdrop for Ina's distinctive voice. "I tend to write really challenging vocal parts for myself," she laughs. "But I trust that what comes out of me first is exactly what the song needs."

Ina names After Dark Hour, Stubborn, and Four Seasons as her favorites. "The title track is my absolute favorite song because it means so much hope to me. Every time I hear it, I feel that relief. Stubborn just has that vibe – I love the dark, sexy verses in contrast to the relaxed, sweet chorus. And Four Seasons is my lyrical favorite – it's like a deep look into my soul. Michael Bleu brought the song to life with his music and even invented the flute riff that I initially hated but now love!"

Since she was 17 years old, Ina has been on stage, dedicating her career to merging classic soul with her unique voice and vision. With After Dark Hour, she delivers an album that invites her audience to dance through the dark moments of life. "I hope this album becomes a mood-lifter for people – a soundtrack for dancing, cleaning, or just having unrestrained fun at home. On your worst days: Put it on, dance, and feel a little better. And if it makes people come to my shows and sing along – that would be a dream come true."

The Old Kaufhaus is located in the pedestrian zone. You can park at the Old Fairground (about a 5-minute walk away). Parking is free on Sundays.

Doors open: 6:00 PM

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