{"product_id":"after-dark-hour","title":"After Dark Hour","description":"\u003cp\u003eFinnish-born, Berlin-based artist \u003cstrong\u003eIna Forsman\u003c\/strong\u003e unveils her most personal and dynamic album yet, \u003cem\u003eAfter Dark Hour\u003c\/em\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith 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, \u003cem\u003eAfter Dark Hour\u003c\/em\u003e is steeped in Retro Soul, Funk, Motown-inspired grooves, and R\u0026amp;B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe energy of live performance was a driving force behind the album's creation. \"\u003cem\u003eI wanted to make songs that would be fun to play live, songs that would make people leave my shows sweaty and smiling\u003c\/em\u003e,\" says Ina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe title track, \"\u003cem\u003eAfter Dark Hour\u003c\/em\u003e,\" was the spark that reignited her creativity after over a year of writer's block. \"\u003cem\u003eI was going through it--what I call the post-pandemic blues. I couldn't get myself to write songs or even listen to music. Then one day, I wrote the title song, and it was like magic. It was such a relief to know I still had it in me after a year of not having it. \u003cem\u003eAfter Dark Hour\u003c\/em\u003e represents the first moment you see the light coming through the blinds you've been keeping shut. It's the feeling that things are finally getting better\u003c\/em\u003e.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe album takes listeners through an eclectic mix of soul sounds, from sultry power ballads to James Brown-style funk explosions, tender sweet soul, and uptempo Motown grooves. The lush production includes cinematic strings, bold horns, and gospel-like backing vocals, all serving as a backdrop to Ina's signature vocals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIna has been performing since she was 17, dedicating her career to crafting music that blends classic soul with her unique voice and vision. With \u003cem\u003eAfter Dark Hour\u003c\/em\u003e, she delivers an album that invites listeners to dance through life's darkest moments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jazzhaus","offers":[{"title":"CD","offer_id":51499420975435,"sku":"R1433-1999","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"LP - Black","offer_id":51499421008203,"sku":"R1433-3255","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/c1b3c468-5c52-44e0-a727-2142884f9fe0_1e14d709-59d3-4769-bdf8-fdeade96d703.jpg?v=1752231857","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/products\/after-dark-hour","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}