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Misstress Barbara @ Heksinki review
I went out to celebrate my sister's bday last night @ Helsinki where Misstress Barbara was booked for her Come With Me tour. I already had an idea of what to expect music-wise not only because of her CD tour but because Barbara has had a habit of playing her new sound now in Ottawa for at least a few years, including her last set at Helsinki in March 2005.
Got there at around 11:20 or so and there was already a lineup, moved quickly enough though.. I heard the lineup only got worse after that and lasted the entire night so I am glad we went then. The club was already starting to fill up. It was the typical Helsinki crowd and there was a very near 50/50 ratio, I was surprised not to recognize that many people actually. Serge and Paulo were playing to a full dancefloor and Barbara ended up coming on around midnight. They had moved the dj booth from when it first opened so I actually ended up being practically a foot away from her for most of her set... that was a nice surprise, I have seen Barbara many times over the years but never really watched her this closely. She received a warm reception and the crowd was into it right from the start, a lot of people getting their pics and stuff with her.. at one point I felt bad people bugged her so much, during her mixes etc.. but she seemed in a good mood. I didn't really like the music all that much, but I can tell it went over well with the crowd and she'll be back soon enough for sure. Her mixing was better than I expected it to be as well from previous times I have seen her. She also barely used her headphones the entire set. I must admit though, I don't find her as interesting to watch anymore, with the pace of her sets. It's not exactly music synonimous with fist pumping or a lot of her previous "in the groove" traits.. I don't expect djs to be that way, but it's just how I have known her in the past. I read her website earlier today though and I think it's good that she is following her heart music-wise and that she is being reassured her new sound is being well received.
The place got shut down around 2 by the cops which was a bit strange.. I have never had that experience in ottawa before, but it's true the club was over its 'legal' 175 or so capacity, but it definitely was not rammed or uncomfortable. So Barbara only ended up playing about 90 or so minutes. Helsinki is a fun place to see Djs though for sure, small little place.
Christian: I didn't see you! I kept my eyes open but the place was actually even a bit darker than usual too. I was wearing a pink top right beside the dj booth for a good chunk of the night.
Hope you enjoyed your roadtrip.
Overall pretty fun night... I'm not going to bother going to Parking though when she plays in March.
My sister didn't bring her camera for once but I will post some pics when they are online.
I didn't enjoy the music all that much either. Not really my style. It never gave me the urge to get up and dance. The set sounded really good and the vibe was fun. The last time I saw her was F1 weekend after Tiesto and THAT made me dance. Guess you cannot expect a DJ to stay static in what they play, and I am glad that I got to hear her new sound but I wouldn't run out and buy a ticket for her again any time soon.
As far as shutting it down, I think that the cops had an axe to grind and we being a tad excessive. I have been to that club numerous times when it was way more packed. It was not hard to get a drink or walk around, or even a long wait for the loo. Silly.
All in all a fun night, saw lots of familiar faces and enjoyed a few beers.. good times
we camed from montreal to see barbara and the club,we were extremely surprise of the place and people! Very nice!
The dj before barbara,did a excellent set!
Barbara did a amazing set,heavy beats,minimal very pumping! some techno tracks!! Mmmm ....
too bad the club has to close,we were all very enjoying the night!!
The poutine at elgins street dinner,was delicious!! Its a great spot to go at,after a night like that!
I was supposed to see some people over there,I guest we did'nt see each other.
I was very surprised of the friendly crowd and good looking people they were...
I'm very happy to did the roadtrip,I got a amazing night! Nice club.
PS: Kate I was behind the booth also and sometimes in the hall or dance floor.(see the picture below) I wished to see you ,anyways! I loved the roadtrip,we listened the barbara's new cd in loop! hehe
I'll probably go see Barbara again,to Parking at the end of march!
is that a keyboard or am I seriously hallucinating in her pic?
hey I see you know my friend Terry, Christian! hehe 
We come from the same small area in Western Quebec.
Kate,it's not be behind barbara...hehe
Barbara's new track "I LOVE YOU" rocks!! The people really enjoyed it! I love that track,I'll probably get it. The track is on beatport,for the curious! It's very pumpin'!!
Oh I just thought I knew the guy in the first pic you posted.
We should have gone to Elgin Street afterwards too.. we were too busy trying to hail a taxi with everyone leaving at the same time.
Was she more minimal or more pumping sort electroey techno?
I found she didn't play much minimal at TIL...it was all pretty energetic.
Check out her website...
1-There new pictures
2-A crazy video,take a look seriously,it's very something,just imaginating to be there with the crowd jumping!
www.misstressbarbara.com (Pictures section)
Damn,I miss her,in montreal afterhours! Long set like she use to do!
My gal pal and I taking a breather at Miss. Babs.
I have no idea why I can never link these images properly... but here's a pic of me watching babs.. hehe
http://xvi.com/pictures/picture.php?p=97157
I figured you'd look less impressed than that Kate 
Here's Barbara playing the new stanny franssen record I just bought last week!
http://xvi.com/pictures/view.php?p=97159
(I can't link these pics either)
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| Originally posted by Kate Manus I have no idea why I can never link these images properly... but here's a pic of me watching babs.. hehe http://xvi.com/pictures/picture.php?p=97157 |
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