Sir Elton John is teaming up with fictional rock band Spinal Tap for a new version of their parody rock song, “Stonehenge,” set to feature in the upcoming film, Spinal Tap II: The End Continues.
Originally featured in the1984 mockumentary cult-classic This Is Spinal Tap, the song pokes fun at the over-the-top theatrics of classic rock bands. In a pivotal scene from the first film, the band orders a giant 18-foot Stonehenge prop for their performance of the song. But due to a mix-up, they receive an undersized 18-inch version instead, accompanied by little people dressed as druids during the performance.
Spinal Tap II is set around 40 years after the events of the first film, with director Martin “Marty” Di Bergi returning to document the reunion and final performance of the legendary rock band Spinal Tap.
The film stars the original band members: Christopher Guest as Nigel Tufnel, Michael McKean as David St. Hubbins, Harry Shearer as Derek Smalls, and Rob Reiner as Di Bergi.
Joining the “Rocketman” singer in cameo roles are Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, Questlove, Trisha Yearwood, Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Lars Ulrich of Metallica, all appearing as themselves.
The film’s soundtrack will be released on September 12, coinciding with its theatrical release in the United States. The 13-track album includes nine new songs and four reimagined classics, featuring guest appearances by McCartney, Brooks, and Yearwood.
Listen to the new version of Spinal Tap’s “Stonehenge” with Elton John below:
