Sex Farm

The Zoo Crew is spinning the wild and satirical "Sex Farm" by Spinal Tap, a track from their 1984 album This Is Spinal Tap, and the Zoo Freaks are surely digging the tongue-in-cheek vibes. This song, a parody of cock rock's overt sexuality, is packed with absurd agricultural innuendos like “mowing you down” and “planting my seed,” which had audiences in stitches. In the mockumentary film This Is Spinal Tap, "Sex Farm" becomes a surprise hit in Japan, revitalizing the fictional band’s flagging career. Interestingly, the song’s working title was "Bone Farm," and its success in the film’s narrative led to a real-life rap version performed by the band at London’s Royal Albert Hall in 1992. The lyrics, as noted on Genius, poke fun at the transparent double entendres of the era’s rock anthems, with lines like “Sex farm woman, don’t you see my silo rising high?” It’s no wonder the song’s humor resonates with the Zoo Freaks’ eclectic tastes.

Behind the scenes, "Sex Farm" has sparked some quirky trivia. According to Spinal Tap A to Zed, the song is credited with fictitiously bringing together construction worker Larry Fortensky and actress Elizabeth Taylor while both were in rehab—an absurd nod to the band’s over-the-top mythology. In a 2019 Vanity Fair piece, Sting attended a 35th-anniversary screening of the film and was seen wiping tears of laughter during a live performance of "Sex Farm," noting the song’s “profound truths” about band life. The song also stirred mock controversy when, in 2024, Spinal Tap “banned” Donald Trump from playing it at rallies, as shared by Harry Shearer on X, with NME reporting even fictional bands were fed up with unauthorized campaign music use. This playful jab shows how "Sex Farm" remains culturally relevant, perfect for the Zoo Crew’s irreverent airwaves.

Spinal Tap began as a parody heavy metal band, first appearing in a 1979 ABC TV sketch comedy pilot called The T.V. Show, starring Rob Reiner. The sketch, a mock promo for the song “Rock and Roll Nightmare,” featured Michael McKean as David St. Hubbins, Christopher Guest as Nigel Tufnel, and Harry Shearer as Derek Smalls, with Loudon Wainwright III on keyboards. The concept evolved into the 1984 mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap, directed by Reiner, who also played filmmaker Martin “Marty” Di Bergi. The film, largely improvised, satirized rock band excesses, drawing inspiration from real-life rock documentaries like Dont Look Back and The Last Waltz. The band’s name, as shared in a Vanity Fair interview, was inspired by the rhythm of “Uriah Heep,” reflecting the era’s penchant for quirky band names. This origin story of a fake band turning into a cult phenomenon fits right into the Zoo Crew’s love for offbeat, rebellious music.

Fans can dive deeper into Spinal Tap’s world through their official website, which offers updates on their fictional antics and the upcoming Spinal Tap II, set for release in 2025. On social media, the band’s presence is led by Harry Shearer’s X account, where he posts as Derek Smalls, sharing witty commentary. While official Facebook and Instagram pages exist, they’re less active, with fans flocking to unofficial hubs instead. The Spinal Tap Fan Site is a treasure trove of lore, including discographies and A-to-Zed trivia, while the Spinal Tap Fan Club on Facebook connects Zoo Freak-like enthusiasts sharing memes and quotes. These platforms keep the band’s satirical spirit alive, making them a perfect match for THE ZOO’s eccentric playlist.