in search of the new black...

i was pleasntly surprised by birmingham.  on missing out on a ticket to see "bright eyes" in london, i decided to go and see them in birmingham.  not that i was entirely sure where birmingham was.  not exactly known for its cultural sites, and branded with words like "industrial", i had a great time at the gig, market (a down-to-earth spot selling fruit, vegetables, dairy and fabric), galleries, vintage stores and picnicking in the square (with the most incredible caramelised onion goats cheese, bread and grapes from the outdoor bullring market). i will be going back for the reasonably priced cheese and fabric alone!