The lyre, an ancient stringed instrument, was said to have been invented by Hermes (Mercury in Roman mythology) from a tortoise shell. elaborate
The Rolling Stones' 1989 Steel Wheels tour famously included a replica of a Wild West town as part of its stage design. elaborate
The band Nirvana's iconic "Smells Like Teen Spirit" was initially rejected by several record labels before achieving massive success. elaborate
The world's smallest playable guitar is only 1.1 inches long. elaborate
The djembe's distinctive sound comes partly from its goatskin head, which is often treated with a mixture of water and ash to maintain its quality and resonance. elaborate
Foo Fighters' drummer, Taylor Hawkins, was a huge fan of Queen and even played with their surviving members on several occasions. elaborate