Spinal Tap Lineup Changes: A Complete Guide
Perhaps no band in the history of rock 'n roll has experienced more highs and lows.
Spinal Tap
Tony Hendra, 'This Is Spinal Tap' Actor, Dies at 79
Actor and satirist was best-known for his role as band manager Ian Faith.
Why Dusty Hill Can't Watch 'This Is Spinal Tap'
Experiences with elaborate stage productions means bassist can't enjoy the great '80s comedy.
That Time Mick Fleetwood Auditioned For Spinal Tap
The Fleetwood Mac drummer took no chances, arriving at promotional stunt in a fireproof suit.
Spinal Tap Say Guns N’ Roses Sabotaged Freddie Mercury Tribute
Actors behind iconic mockumentary won’t name band member who they believe messed up Christopher Guest’s amp.
When King Crimson's Frontman Joined Spinal Tap
Adrian Belew was told he could play “Break Like the Wind” – if he knew an E chord.
Harry Shearer Recording Solo Album as Spinal Tap Bassist Derek Smalls
Actor and comedian Harry Shearer is slipping back into his character of Spın̈al Tap bassist Harry Smalls for a new solo album due later this year.
Film Studio Claims ‘This Is Spinal Tap’ Made Only $179 in 22 Years
Spinal Tap’s Harry Shearer has revealed that the corporation that holds the rights to This Is Spinal Tap claimed it made only $179 in profit-sharing payments over 22 years.
Spinal Tap File $400 Million Lawsuit Over Unpaid Royalties
The three members of Spinal Tap and the director of the 1984 movie about the fictional band are involved in a very real lawsuit.
50 Years Ago: Spinal Tap Begin Journey to Stardom with Debut Single by the Thamesmen
The Thamesmen, featuring future members of Spinal Tap, released "Gimme Some Money" b/w "Cups and Cakes" as their first – and only – single.