NOW SPINNING MAGAZINE – PRESS & INDUSTRY INFORMATION
Now Spinning Magazine is a UK-based independent music platform created and presented by Phil Aston, dedicated to celebrating physical music formats and the stories behind the albums we love.
With a global audience of passionate collectors and music fans, the platform focuses on:
- Vinyl, CD and box set releases
- Classic rock, prog, metal and heritage artists
- In-depth features, interviews and storytelling
Now Spinning Magazine is built on a simple belief:
Music is the healer and the doctor — and it connects us all.
Audience & Reach
- Website: ~245,000 monthly visits
- YouTube: ~31,000+ subscribers
- Monthly YouTube reach: ~97,000 viewers
- Podcast: Top 10% globally on Spotify (video podcast format)
- Social Media Reach: ~100,000 followers
Audience Profile:
- Highly engaged music fans (25–75+)
- Collectors of vinyl, CDs and deluxe editions
- Strong purchasing behaviour (not just streaming listeners)
What Makes Now Spinning Magazine Different
This is not a high-volume review site.
Now Spinning Magazine is a curated platform where coverage is selective, personal, and rooted in genuine connection.
When an album is featured, it is because:
- It resonates with the audience
- It has a story worth telling
- It fits the culture of physical music collecting
Phil Aston’s on-camera features are particularly valued for their personal storytelling approach, connecting music to memory, emotion and shared experience.
Coverage Opportunities
Due to increasing demand, coverage is now structured into three tiers:
🎥 Phil Aston Feature (Limited)
- YouTube video feature/review
- Website feature in Phil’s voice
- Possible podcast inclusion
👉 Highly selective – reserved for releases with strong audience connection, story, or standout physical editions.
✍️ Now Spinning Editorial Coverage
- Written reviews by the Now Spinning team
🔍 Discovery & Community Features
- Inclusion in social media posts
Editorial Focus
Priority is given to:
- Physical releases (vinyl, CD, box sets)
- Artists with a compelling narrative or legacy
- Albums with strong emotional or cultural resonance
Submission Guidelines
If you are pitching a release, please include:
- Artist name and album title
- Release format (vinyl/CD/box set details)
- Release date
- Story or angle behind the album
- Why it connects with the Now Spinning audience
