What Band Was Named After An 18th Century Inventor?
What Band Was Named After An 18th Century Inventor? A British progressive rock band, Jethro Tull, takes his name. Which pop group were named after the inventor of the seed drill? Jethro Tull (agriculturist) (1674–1741), English agriculturist, often credited with inventing the seed drill. Jethro Tull (band), a British rock group named after the agriculturist.