Kiasma's URB festival that focuses on urban art and culture kicks off at mbar this Thursday with an exhibition opening of bmx photos by Kai Kuusisto and URB djs.

When Everything Was Forgotten is an exhibition of bmx-photographs by Helsinki-based freelance photographer Kai Kuusisto. According to Kuusisto, who started to photograph riding in mid-90s, the important elements in bmx photos are sharp timing, freezing the movement, identifiable tricks and view angles that define proportions. Kuusisto's pictures come across as expertise in location scouting, lighting conditions and photo techniques. Closely related to bmx scene, his photos have been made both in pre-planned photo shoots and spontaneously alongside riding. Kuusisto enjoys sharing his creative input for the development of the sport.

The exhibition is related to Ground Tactics in Kamppi's Narinkkator, an international bmx flatland competition judged by world renowned bmx professionals. URB programme also includes workshops in theatre, dance and visual arts + more!


29.7. to/thu 20-02
URB Warm Up
Kai Kuusiston BMX-valokuvanäyttelyn avajaiset
URB djs

On Saturday 24th Club Balkan Fever brings a fantastic live band LELE LELE (Swe/Bul/Nor) for a live set fusing traditional Bulgarian folk with contemporary arrangements and sounds, and special guest vocalist Emmi Knuutinen. Host djs Borzin and Levy will spin the night into hot dance groove. A night not to miss...

Lele Lele takes captivating and distinctive melodies of the traditional Bulgarian folk music and arranges them in a unique way for tamboura, sitar, tablas, saxophone, clarinet, euphonium and voice. The odd meters, the open improvisations, the daring arrangements and not the least the unusual combination of instruments give the band its unique sound.

Lele Lele was formed the autumn of 2003 in SPrivate party in Koprivstitsatockholm. Mihail Dintchev, born and raised in Bulgaria plays the tamboura and sings. He has studied the traditional folk music of Bulgaria a long time. Moa Danielson (tablas) and Stian Grimstad (sitar and tuba) have both studied for masters of Indian classical music in northern India for many years. Josef Danielson (voice and guitar) has his musical background in rock and reggae and Björn Dahlberg ( saxophones and clarinet ) has many years of experience as a jazz musician in Sweden, Europe and USA.

Dj Borzin has done many great nights at mbar - he's back with a moustache vengence. :)


24.7. la/sat 21-03
CLUB BALKAN FEVER!!!
ORKESTAR LELE LELE (Swe/Bul/Nor)
feat.special guest Emmi Knuutinen - voc.
& Balkan Fever DJs BORZIN & LEVY

Free Entry! (as usual at mbar)

Club Kookos and the summer sun welcomes singer-songwriter Eva Louhivuori to perform at the mbar terrace. The talented musician creates wonderful atmospheres with her original music - be prepared to be dazzled!

Club Kookos brings fresh new acts to the heart of Helsinki! The club
spotlights up-and-coming bands and artists with an original style featuring
guest DJ's! Kookos is hosted by the evil twins Anne Patosalmi and Titta
Pelkonen at mbar. Bring yo'self!




Wed 21.07.10
CLUB KOOKOS
LIVE: Eva Louhivuori
DJ's Tytti & Megatron