The highly anticipated sequel to legendary mockumentary “This Is Spinal Tap” has begun production, almost 40 years to the day that the original film was released in March, 1984! The film is being shot in New Orleans, with Rob Reiner directing and Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer all reprising their iconic roles as the … Continue reading “This Is Spinal Tap 2” In Production →

A This Is Spinal Tap sequel is in the works and expected to be released in early 2024, Castle Rock Entertainment has announced. Spinal Tap II will arrive 40 years after the original.  The continuation of the 1984 cult classic will see the film’s fictional band members reunite for one last gig in order to … Continue reading A ‘This Is Spinal Tap’ Sequel is Officially Happening →

The creators of the 1984 mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap have settled a contentious three year legal battle with Universal Music Group. The two sides have finally reached an agreement that will eventually give the comedians back the rights to their amusing ditties “Sex Farm” and “Big Bottom” as well as the rest of the … Continue reading ‘Spinal Tap’ Creators Settle Lawsuit with Universal →

Fictional turned sort-of-real hard rock band Spinal Tap will reunite for the 35th anniversary of the mockumentary This is Spinal Tap. The fake rockers – played by Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer – will appear for a one-night-only concert and “conversation” accompanied by the film’s director, Rob Reiner, at a commemorative screening of … Continue reading Spinal Tap to Reunite for 35th Anniversary Performance →

Spinal Tap bassist Derek Smalls – also known in real life as the multi-talented actor/comedian/radio host Harry Shearer – has announced the release of his first solo album Smalls Change (Meditations Upon Ageing) on April 13, 2018 via Twanky Records/BMG. Though calling it a solo album may not be quite accurate. Smalls has recruited an … Continue reading Spinal Tap Bassist to Release All-star Album →