Worried About Henry | WHP
- Connie Cowell
- Oct 22
- 2 min read
Here we are, back once again at the centre of the illustrious Warehouse Project, 10,000 Cap venue in the heart of Manchester. I went to Worried About Henry with high expectations, and in many ways the night delivered, though not without some challenges. The line-up was undeniably strong, and the energy of the crowd brought a lot to the atmosphere, but I left with mixed feelings about the sound.
This is a big one for DnB heads all over the country, and from the very start, it was clear that the system was struggling against the space. At times, the music felt boomy and uneven, with certain parts of the mix dominating in one corner only to disappear in another. I actually ended up chatting with one of the sound engineers about it, and he provided me with some insight that helped me appreciate the complexity of the situation. Some areas of the venue itself, like the Archive, have vast, cavernous ceilings that distort sound in unpredictable ways. When the dance floor is still relatively quiet, the lack of bodies absorbing the frequencies makes the issue even worse, and you get this strange echo effect that lingers in the mids and highs. Once the room filled, the problem became less noticeable, but in the earlier parts of the night, it was hard not to hear it.
That being said, some moments really shone through. Jolie P was a standout for me. Her energy can cut through the muddiness of the acoustics. Spectral was another highlight, managing to bring a sharpness and technical skill that was impressive to experience. Artists like them reminded me why WAH continues to book some of the best names in the scene. When the music hit right, it was powerful and euphoric.
Away from the sound itself, I have to give credit to the organisation and facilities. The bars were easily accessible, the queues moved quickly, and the staff were consistently friendly and approachable, which made a significant difference to the flow of the night. And while it might sound like a small thing, the fact that there were actual flushing toilets rather than grim bucket-like alternatives made the whole experience feel that bit more comfortable and considered.
The Warehouse Project itself has always been a bit of a love-it-or-hate-it venue, and I think this night showed both sides of that. The sheer scale of it is impressive, the lineups are unmatched, and when the rooms are packed, the energy is electric. However, the acoustics can work against the experience, leaving the sound to feel inconsistent depending on where you stand.
Overall, I left feeling grateful for the performances and for the chance to hear artists I genuinely admire, but also wishing the sonic quality matched the calibre of the lineup. WAH at WHP has all the ambition and the talent in the world, and when those elements come together perfectly, it’s unbeatable. So here's to the future and the constant evolution of the Warehouse Project. As always, we will see you at the front ❤️
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