While we're talking unusual venues, the Ann Hamilton Tower has a double-helix stairway system: one for performers, one for the audience.

One musician, one listener, one song, one tiny space. It's Folk in a Box.

A photo series from the Daily Mail: 70s rock stars with their parents.

Just started preproduction on the cast recording for 35MM, an original musical by young phenom Ryan Scott Oliver, based on photographs by Matthew Murphy. As a prelude to the sessions, they will mount two performances at Galapagos Art Space. Should be a whirlwind week.

And speaking of icons, the AV club chimes in with the dos and don'ts of covering Bob Dylan.

The Dangerous Minds blog led me to a super rare clip of The Clash's NYC debut at the Palladium in September 1979.

Dan McPharlin builds beautiful and intricate analog synthesizers...out of paper.

And, speaking of compelling compilations, Atlanta's Dust-To-Digital also maintains a fine catalog, including this gem.

I can't believe I just discovered the Tompkins Square label, who release some really fine rarities and compilations on CD and vinyl.

You probably have some version of it in your head, but turn up your speakers and dig the complete title theme from the Magnificent Seven. It's a lulu.