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Now Spinning Music Magazine - Artist Interviews and Music Reviews

Phil Aston
Deep Purple
Black Sabbath
Cats In Space
Progressive Rock
Rock Music
Ozzy Osbourne
Heavy Metal
Music Industry
Yes
Birmingham
Music
Thin Lizzy
Vinyl
Music Production
Genesis
Time Machine
Kickstart the Sun
Joni Mitchell
Streaming Services
Tales From Topographic Oceans

Now Spinning Magazine is the go-to source for artist Interviews, independent and honest music reviews that celebrate music in all its physical forms. Our online community of music fans spans the globe, representing every genre and period of music. We’re committed to supporting music in every format, from vinyl to CDs to Box Sets. In addition to our main website, we also have an active YouTube Chan... more

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Geoff Downes and Chris Braide join me, Phil Aston, on the Now Spinning Magazine podcast to explore Trauma, the latest album from Downes Braide Association — and already my favourite of their six albums.We talk about memory, loss, identity and moving ... more

Ritchie Blackmore: In His Own Words – Episode Three.

What happened after Ritchie Blackmore walked off stage following his first performance with Deep Purple in more than three decades?

In the third instalment of my exclusive 13-part interview serie... more

Ritchie Blackmore: In His Own Words – Episode Two.The Doubts, the Family and the Journey Back to Deep PurpleAfter deciding to step onto a stage with Deep Purple again, did Ritchie Blackmore ever have second thoughts?In the second part of my exclusive... more

Steve Hackett returns to the Now Spinning Magazine Podcast for his seventh conversation with Phil Aston, ahead of the Best of Genesis & Solo Gems 2026 UK tour.We discuss the response to The Roaring Waves, his collaboration with Steve Rothery, and the... more

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Recent Guests

Ritchie Blackmore
Guitarist known for Deep Purple and Rainbow
Deep Purple, Rainbow
Episode: Ritchie Blackmore: In His Own Words – Episode 2 | I Nearly Changed My Mind
Greg Hart
Guitarist and songwriter from Cats in Space
Cats in Space
Episode: Greg Hart Builds His Dream 1976 Album + New Cats in Space Album Secrets
Steve Rothery
Marillion guitarist, collaborator on The Roaring Waves
Marillion
Episode: Steve Hackett Reveals How Steve Rothery Changed His Guitar Approach
Don Airey
Keyboardist for Deep Purple, veteran collaborator
Deep Purple
Episode: Deep Purple Exclusive Don Airey Interview
Otis Williams
Founding and sole surviving member of the Temptations
The Temptations, Motown
Episode: Otis Williams From The Temptations Reflects on Motown, My Girl and 60 Years of Music
Bruce Soord
Musician and songwriter, driving force behind Pineapple Thief
Pineapple Thief
Episode: Bruce Soord on Ghosts in the Park & Jethro Tull
Jeff Wayne
Composer, producer, and creator of War of the Worlds
War of the Worlds project / Madfish Records
Episode: Jeff Wayne Exclusive Interview : The War of the Worlds: “I Never Wanted It To Stand Still”
Lawrence Payton Jr.
Son of Lawrence Payton, member of the Four Tops
The Four Tops
Episode: The Four Tops - Lawrence Payton Jr Interview “These Songs Are The Soundtracks Of People’s Lives”
Legs Larry Smith
Drummer, tap dancer, tuba player for The Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band
Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band
Episode: Legs Larry Smith on The Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band, Tap Dancing, The Beatles and Still Barking

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Phil Aston
Host of Now Spinning Magazine Podcast, focused on artist interviews and music analysis.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Love the podcast !

    Love Phil’s enthusiasm for music.

    I’m a music junkie myself

    Great interviews with interesting people. Keep up the great work Phil love ya !

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    Wphowe
    United States3 years ago

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Guests bring expert insights and behind-the-scenes stories that deepen understanding of releases.
High-quality discussions on production, legacy acts, and genre-curious explorations.
Strong appeal for collectors and fans of physical music formats.
Enthusiastic host with evident passion for music, making interviews engaging.

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Ritchie Blackmore: In His Own Words – Episode 2 | I Nearly Changed My Mind
Q: Let's find out. Once you'd made the decision to rejoin Deep Purple for this one song, Smoke on the Water, did you have any doubts at all? I guess the next morning.
The host asks about whether the decision to rejoin the band came with doubts and how the morning after looked, prompting the guest to reflect on nerves and commitment.
Steve Hackett Reveals How Steve Rothery Changed His Guitar Approach
Q: How did the collaboration influence your approach to guitar interplay and texture?
Working together allowed each of them to explore distinct tonal palettes while using space to let the other's lines breathe, creating a cohesive yet individually expressive dialogue rather than competing solos.
Legs Larry Smith on The Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band, Tap Dancing, The Beatles and Still Barking
Q: I mean, you also involved a project outside of The Bonzos was a great name this, Toppo De Bill—how did that come together?
Toppo De Bill originated from bringing together Yes veterans and other collaborators; it grew out of meeting with Charisma and Tony Stratton Smith, who encouraged experimentation. The project reflected the band's willingness to explore different musical ideas beyond the Bonzos, with involvement from notable figures and a sense of playful experimentation.
Robin McAuley on Michael Schenker, McAuley Schenker Group and Black Swan
Q: How did Robin first connect with Michael Schenker?
Robin describes a chance meeting that evolved into a long songwriting collaboration, with a pivotal moment being a rehearsal period that grew into a full partnership and later a rebranded project.
Steven Wilson Interview - “There’s progressive, and there’s PROG".
Q: Do you think we're in a golden age of sound quality but a fragile age of musical value?
He discusses the two extremes in listening habits: widespread streaming on small devices vs a growing niche for high-resolution audio, emphasizing that convenience often wins over quality, though passionate audiophiles keep the high-end market alive.

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