Finnish-born, Berlin-based artist Ina Forsman unveils her most personal and dynamic album yet, After Dark Hour. Known as one of the leading voices in the European roots scene, Ina’s explosive live performances and powerful, honey-dripping vocals have captivated audiences 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, After Dark Hour is steeped in Retro Soul, Funk, Motown-inspired grooves, and R&B. “I knew even before any of the songs were written that I wanted Michael Bleu to produce the album,” Ina shares. “Michael produced half the songs on my last album, and this time I wanted to make a full body of work with him. We have a very similar taste in music, so the production came together very intuitively. I told him I wanted to make a groovy soul album with a retro sound, and the songs needed to work perfectly not only on record but also live on stage.”
Ina has been performing since she was 17, dedicating her career to crafting music that blends classic soul with her unique voice and vision. With After Dark Hour, she delivers an album that invites listeners to dance through life’s darkest moments. “I hope this album becomes a pick-me-up for people - a soundtrack for dancing, cleaning, or just feeling free and silly at home. On your worst days, put it on, dance, and feel a little better. And if it makes people want to come to a show and sing along, that would be a dream come true."
