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I've been listening to a lot of indie rock/alternative bands lately: The National, Arcade Fire, Band of Horses, and The Decemberists to name a few. Great melodies, interesting lyrics, usually peppy enough not to put me to sleep. But British singer Adele is a one-woman powerhouse. Her new album "21" (named for her age when she wrote the songs; her first album was "19") shows off her tremendous vocals and songwriting talent. While the song that's getting radio play, "Rolling in the Deep," is catchy and interesting, my favorite from the album is "Someone Like You."

Weekend Fun

Another busy weekend, although it certainly had fewer subplots than the last one.

Friday, instead of our usual trip to the grocery store to taste wine, a group of us went downtown to Fountain Square for the kick-off of Midpoint Music Festival's indie concert series. The main act? Camera Obscura! The rain held off, and the weather was beautiful - perfect for

this lively and quiet band from Scotland.

The concert ended with an encore of one of my favorites of theirs, "Let's Get Out of This Country." Below is the video I took with my phone - you can find some great footage of their music with far better sound quality, but it wouldn't be nearly as authentic, eh?

Last night, a good friend of mine visited the city. I always enjoy showing off the best parts of Cincinnati (which, ironically, often include trips across the river to Northern Kentucky).

I hate posing for pictures, but my awesome red peep-toe wedges don't mind at all.

This one is called "Cincy's Arches"

Here, my foot is posing alongside one of Shepard Fairey's murals (he of the Obama "Hope" poster fame).