Spinal Tap Needs An Extra

Spinal Tap wants British funny man Ricky Gervais to appear with them at this summer’s Live Earth concert, "This Is Spinal Tap" director Marty DiBergi revealed on U.K. airwaves.

DiBergi (Rob Reiner) said he has a plan to get Gervais, star and co-writer of top British TV comedy shows "The Office" and "Extras," involved in the July 7th Wembley Stadium show.

DiBergi told London’s XFM radio station that (surviving) band members David St. Hubbins, Nigel Tufnel and Derek Smalls were planning some surprises for their return to the live stage.

"I think they’re gonna do ‘Stonehenge’ and ‘Big Bottom’ and then we’re going do the new number ‘Warmer Than Hell,’ he explained.

"I’m hoping that Ricky Gervais is gonna be there. We’re trying to convince him right now, but Marty DiBergi is definitely going to introduce Spinal Tap."

Other acts on London’s Live Earth bill include Madonna, Genesis, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Keane. It’s one of seven global gigs taking place to raise awareness of climate change.