Music has always been humanity’s most universal language — but not every instrument plays by the rules. From a glass contraption that reportedly drove players to madness, to a harp powered entirely by ...

Psychedelic rock is hardly a stranger to bizarre instruments, but which ones exactly are they? And who is it playing them?

Duck herders in Java have been using a traditional large bamboo object called a kowangan to protect themselves against the rain. The kowangan can be worn as a hat or be placed on the ground as a ...

We're often looking for new sounds, so this collection of entries into the Annual Guthman Musical Instrument Competition might be the instruments of the future. You'll find all of the 2025 finalists ...

More examples of uncommon instruments that have made memorable Hot 100 cameos, from the talk box to the "wobble board." By Gary Trust Ask Billboard is updated every Friday. As always, submit your ...

A treasure trove of unique musical instruments invented and built by pioneering composer Harry Partch between 1930 and 1972 were quietly returned to San Diego last week, ending a 33-year-long ...