For six years I broke on through, until Jim passed his mortal coil. They lit a fire that helped inspire the strangeness people have within. Psychedelic rock and roadhouse blues; we loved to touch... up until the end.

First word is one less than ten; the second, A four-letter measure used metric and imperial then. The last is pounded hard into a wall, To keep something fixed, or hang it tall. Three words together, a band of repute; My lead singer, Reznor, resonates with many a techno fan.

I surround the castle, deep and wide, Keeping foes away with watery pride. What am I?

Washington's Favorite tree but somewhat obscure by history

I have been used for centuries, since the neolithic period. I have many uses, such as making an area fill with light when lit, acting as a lock for paper, and I also remove hair.