Robert Smith’s Spinal Tap Moment at First Cure Show
He says he only became his band’s singer after falling out with everyone else who wanted the role.
Spinal Tap Stories
Bumblefoot Still Gets Reminded of Guns N’ Roses Solo Slip
He used to receive death threats for Spinal Tap moment with Star Wars helmet during “Welcome to the Jungle.”
Spinal Tap’s Derek Smalls on Spinal Tap’s Spinal Tap Moment
Bassist says stage techs at Freddie Mercury tribute thought band's real-life sound problem was part of their performance.
Watch Kiss’ Gene Simmons Overcome ‘Spinal Tap’ Stage Moment
The flying pod on which the Kiss bassist stood suddenly tilted to one side.
Metallica’s Real-Life ‘Spinal Tap’ Moment at Wembley Stadium
Guitarist Kirk Hammett was afraid he was going to "screw it up" during the band's big moment.
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.
Joe Perry, Slash and Nikki Sixx Swap Spinal Tap Stories
Rock stars are supposed to be some of the coolest people on the planet, but they're definitely not immune to suffering from embarrassment.