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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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Harvey Lee's 'Backstage Pass': A Symphony of Music, Tech, and Life Lessons
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Harvey Lee’s ‘Backstage Pass’: A Symphony of Music, Tech, and Life Lessons

February 2024 will see a book that’s been four years in the making but encompasses a lifetime of experiences,...

Carlos Cavazo - Guitarist with King Kobra - Ratt - Quiet Riot - Talks to Phil Aston
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Carlos Cavazo – Guitarist with King Kobra – Ratt – Quiet Riot – Talks to Phil Aston

 Carlos Cavazo Guitarist with King Kobra – Ratt – Quiet Riot talks to Phil Aston for the Now...

Deacon Blue : You Can Have It All : The Complete Albums Collection : 14CD Box Set + Vinyl Reviews
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Deacon Blue : You Can Have It All : The Complete Albums Collection : 14CD Box Set + Vinyl Reviews

Deacon Blue: A Comprehensive Dive into Their Discography I’m thrilled to bring you an unboxing and overview of a...

General Public Vinyl Reissues Reviewed - All The Rage and Hand To Mouth
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General Public Vinyl Reissues Reviewed – All The Rage and Hand To Mouth

Rediscovering the Groove: A Look at General Public’s Albums Formed in 1983, General Public was somewhat of a Birmingham...

Steve Hackett - Foxtrot at Fifty +Join Hackett Highlights : Live In Brighton 2CD / BluRay Review
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Steve Hackett – Foxtrot at Fifty +Join Hackett Highlights : Live In Brighton 2CD / BluRay Review

Steve Hackett’s “Foxtrot at 50”: A Deep Dive into the Album and DVD Review Steve Hackett’s recent release is...

Kirsty MacColl 'See That Girl' 1979-2000 - 8CD Box Set
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Kirsty MacColl ‘See That Girl’ 1979-2000 – 8CD Box Set

Kirsty MacColl’s musical journey from 1979 to 2000 is beautifully encapsulated in the 8CD Box Set titled “See That...

Zal Cleminson Talks to Phil Aston for the Now Spinning Magazine Podcast
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Zal Cleminson Talks to Phil Aston for the Now Spinning Magazine Podcast

Zal Cleminson Talks to Phil Aston for the Now Spinning Magazine Podcast Audio only Zal talks about Tear Gas,...

Van Halen : The Collection Vol 1 1978 - 1984 : Vinyl Box Set - Review
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Van Halen : The Collection Vol 1 – 1978 – 1984 : Vinyl Box Set – Review

Van Halen: The Collection Volume One   This set covers the legendary years from 1978 to 1984, encapsulating the David...

W.A.S.P.'s Epic Journey Through "The 7 Savage" Vinyl Boxset - Madfish Records
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W.A.S.P. The 7 Savage 1984 – 1992 Vinyl Boxset

W.A.S.P.’s Epic Journey Through “The 7 Savage” Vinyl Boxset – Madfish Records W.A.S.P. The 7 Savage: 1984-1992′ deluxe boxset,...

Bernie Marsden Tribute by Phil Aston - Now Spinning Magazine
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Bernie Marsden Tribute by Phil Aston – Now Spinning Magazine

Bernie Marsden Tribute by Phil Aston – Now Spinning Magazine This video is dedicated to Bernie’s family especially his...