Shearer, Harry

In ‘Spinal Tap’ and Its Sequel, Rock Fact and Fiction Happily Blur

The New York Times – Music:

Initially drawing from real life, the director Rob Reiner and his cast found that actual bands experienced moments from their work.

The New York Times – Film:

Four decades after their big-screen hit, the rock legends David, Derek and Nigel have reunited for one final (really, truly) concert.

The New York Times – Music:

Speaking on a podcast this week, the director said Paul McCartney and Elton John will appear in the film, among other real musical stars.

The New York Times – Music:

The central characters in the mockumentary “This Is Spinal Tap” were comic actors, but Mr. Parnell was an actual professional musician.