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Phil Aston is the founder and editor of Now Spinning Magazine, an independent music website and YouTube channel dedicated to physical music formats, including vinyl records, CDs, deluxe editions, box sets and classic album reissues. A lifelong music fan, collector and former guitarist, Phil brings musician insight, industry experience and a collector’s passion to his reviews, interviews and features. Through Now Spinning Magazine, Phil covers classic rock, progressive rock, hard rock, heavy metal, blues rock, jazz fusion and related genres, with a particular focus on sound quality, packaging, archive releases and the emotional connection between music and physical media.

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6 Classic Saxon Heavy Metal Albums Reviewed From 1991 To 2009
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6 Classic Saxon Heavy Metal Albums Reviewed From 1991 To 2009

Saxon’s Classic Albums Revisited – A Journey Through Heavy Metal History I’ve been filling the gaps in my Saxon...

Thin Lizzy : Live and Dangerous : Super Deluxe Edition : 8CD Box Set - Review
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Thin Lizzy : Live and Dangerous : Super Deluxe Edition : 8CD Box Set – Review

At last I have a copy! I’m thrilled to share with you an unboxing of a highly sought-after gem:...

Clive Carroll : The Abbott : Album Review - The music of John Renbourn
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Clive Carroll : The Abbott : Album Review – The music of John Renbourn

I often talk about albums and artists close to my heart. However, sometimes I stumble upon hidden gems that...

Steely Dan Aja New 2023 bernie Grundman Remaster Vinyl - Review
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Steely Dan Aja New 2023 bernie Grundman Remaster Vinyl – Review

Rediscovering Steely Dan’s ‘Aja’ on Vinyl Introduction: This isn’t just any album for me; it’s my first Steely Dan...

Kirsty MacColl : See That Girl 1979-2000 8CD Box Set Box Set, 8CD Review
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Kirsty MacColl : See That Girl 1979-2000 8CD Box Set Box Set, 8CD Review

Unboxing the Kirsty MacColl Deluxe Set: A Journey Through Her Musical Legacy This 8 CD box set is not...

Caravan Vinyl Albums Reissues : If I Do It All Over Again, I'd Do It All Over You & Cunning Stunts
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Caravan Vinyl Album Reissues : If I Do It All Over Again, I’d Do It All Over You & Cunning Stunts

Caravan’s Vinyl Reissues: A Nostalgic Trip Through Prog Rock’s Quirky Past Today, we dive into the world of Caravan,...

Billy Bragg - The Roaring Forty | 1983-2023 Super Deluxe CD Box Set and Vinyl Reviews
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Billy Bragg – The Roaring Forty | 1983-2023 Super Deluxe CD Box Set and Vinyl Reviews

Unboxing the Musical Journey of Billy Bragg I recall a moment back in the ’80s, fresh off stage from...

Aerosmith : Greatest Hits : 4LP Vinyl Box Set : Unboxing Review
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Aerosmith : Greatest Hits : 4LP Vinyl Box Set : Unboxing Review

Unboxing the Ultimate: Aerosmith’s Greatest Hits on Vinyl A collector’s journey into Aerosmith’s epic anthology with their 4-vinyl album...

Van Halen : 1986 - 1996 : Vol 2 : Sammy Hagar Years - Studio Albums and Rarities : CD Box Set Review
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Van Halen : 1986 – 1996 : Studio Albums and Rarities : CD Box Set Review

Van Halen : 1986 – 1996 : Vol 2 : Sammy Hagar Years – Studio Albums and Rarities :...

Danny talks about his career and his new album (his 15th!) Rise and also the influence Walter Trout has had on his playing.
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Blues Rock Guitarist Danny Bryant Interview with Phil Aston

Blues Rock Guitarist Danny Bryant Interview with Phil Aston Danny Bryant is an English blues guitarist and singer-songwriter. He...