I spent a lot of time in Cincinatti in my late teenage years. Its sort of an industrial wasteland, but that is precisely what I love it. I mean they do after all have the only two lane White Castle drive up layout that I have ever seen. And its busier then the Popeyes on MLK and Ainsworth at midnight. Tonight we played the Contemporary Arts Center specifically because Zola Jesus requested the venue as it was designed by Zaha Hadid ( contemporary Iraqi-British architect ), who is one of Nika Danilova’s favorite architects. I have to say this is one of the most stunning buildings I have ever seen. The black criss cross stair case was so beautiful and well lit that I kept finding myself lost just starring at it. We were able to run around and look at the show ” Is This Thing On” which had a wide array of video installations some more sculptural. One thing I was determined not to forget to experience was Cincinatti’s food staple: Chilli. We happened to be right down the block from Skyline Chilli. Most notibley famous for Spaghetti Chilli with cheese. Its so weird and amazing. A must try.