Phil Aston
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Founder & Editor at Now Spinning Magazine. love music, became a YouTuber & Podcaster in my 60s. Partner at Genius Loci Media - Blogs from the beach @nowspinninguk.bsky.social | https://www.nowspinning.co.uk | https://www.geniusloci.co.uk
I spent today preparing and contributing to a new major book on Black Sabbath which will be published in 2026.
Celebrating with one of their very much misunderstood album ‘ Forbidden’ from 1995.
This is the 2025 remix which really brings the guitars and drums to the fore.
Celebrating with one of their very much misunderstood album ‘ Forbidden’ from 1995.
This is the 2025 remix which really brings the guitars and drums to the fore.
November 12, 2025 at 10:30 PM
I spent today preparing and contributing to a new major book on Black Sabbath which will be published in 2026.
Celebrating with one of their very much misunderstood album ‘ Forbidden’ from 1995.
This is the 2025 remix which really brings the guitars and drums to the fore.
Celebrating with one of their very much misunderstood album ‘ Forbidden’ from 1995.
This is the 2025 remix which really brings the guitars and drums to the fore.
In Episode 2 of From Gods to Time Machines, we dive into the making of Scarecrow (2017) — the bold and cinematic second album from Cats in Space.
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Cats in Space : Inside Scarecrow: Studio Secrets & Survival Stories | Ep. 2
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August 1, 2025 at 6:55 PM
In Episode 2 of From Gods to Time Machines, we dive into the making of Scarecrow (2017) — the bold and cinematic second album from Cats in Space.
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From Gods to Time Machines — The Ultimate Cats in Space Documentary Series is Coming!
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July 20, 2025 at 6:08 PM
From Gods to Time Machines — The Ultimate Cats in Space Documentary Series is Coming!
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Dear Record Labels: We’re Helping You (Please Stop Blocking Us)
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Dear Record Labels: We’re Helping You (Please Stop Blocking Us)
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July 18, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Dear Record Labels: We’re Helping You (Please Stop Blocking Us)
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Dave Cousins : Tribute
Remembering Dave Cousins from The Strawbs
Recommended listens - Lay Down from ‘Bursting At The Seems’ and ‘Two Weeks Last Summer’ especially the track ‘Blue Angel’.
Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine
Remembering Dave Cousins from The Strawbs
Recommended listens - Lay Down from ‘Bursting At The Seems’ and ‘Two Weeks Last Summer’ especially the track ‘Blue Angel’.
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July 14, 2025 at 7:38 AM
Dave Cousins : Tribute
Remembering Dave Cousins from The Strawbs
Recommended listens - Lay Down from ‘Bursting At The Seems’ and ‘Two Weeks Last Summer’ especially the track ‘Blue Angel’.
Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine
Remembering Dave Cousins from The Strawbs
Recommended listens - Lay Down from ‘Bursting At The Seems’ and ‘Two Weeks Last Summer’ especially the track ‘Blue Angel’.
Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine
Kevin Riddles Tribute – Angel Witch, Tytan & A Personal Story
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Kevin Riddles Tribute – Angel Witch, Tytan & A Personal Story
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July 7, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Kevin Riddles Tribute – Angel Witch, Tytan & A Personal Story
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Tears, Triumph, and Sabbath: The Night Ozzy Said Goodbye
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Tears, Triumph, and Sabbath: The Night Ozzy Said Goodbye
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July 7, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Tears, Triumph, and Sabbath: The Night Ozzy Said Goodbye
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Black Sabbath The First Album: Reaction & Memories
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Black Sabbath : Black Sabbath 1970 : Reaction & Memories
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July 1, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Black Sabbath The First Album: Reaction & Memories
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12 Classic Rock Albums I Discovered at School in 1974
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12 Classic Rock Albums I Discovered at School in 1974
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June 29, 2025 at 6:27 PM
12 Classic Rock Albums I Discovered at School in 1974
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Motörhead’s Lost Album Uncovered: The Manticore Tapes Super Deluxe Review
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Motörhead’s Lost Album Uncovered: The Manticore Tapes Super Deluxe Review
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June 28, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Motörhead’s Lost Album Uncovered: The Manticore Tapes Super Deluxe Review
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Mick Ralphs Tribute Part 2
Extract from an interview with Mick Ralphs from Beat Instrumental in October 1976.
What a lovely down to earth guy he was.
Phil Aston
Extract from an interview with Mick Ralphs from Beat Instrumental in October 1976.
What a lovely down to earth guy he was.
Phil Aston
June 25, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Mick Ralphs Tribute Part 2
Extract from an interview with Mick Ralphs from Beat Instrumental in October 1976.
What a lovely down to earth guy he was.
Phil Aston
Extract from an interview with Mick Ralphs from Beat Instrumental in October 1976.
What a lovely down to earth guy he was.
Phil Aston
Gillan - Sleeping on the Job - 7" Singles I Played to Death!
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Gillan - Sleeping on the Job - 7" Singles I Played to Death!
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June 17, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Gillan - Sleeping on the Job - 7" Singles I Played to Death!
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Inside the Ultimate Steve Hillage Box Set: Searching For The Spark!
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Inside the Ultimate Steve Hillage Box Set: Searching For The Spark!
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June 16, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Inside the Ultimate Steve Hillage Box Set: Searching For The Spark!
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To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Cats in Space, Now Spinning Magazine presents this exclusive six-part interview series with founding members Greg Hart and Steevi Bacon.
Expect musical insights, personal stories, laughter, and deep reflection on what makes Cats in Space so special
Expect musical insights, personal stories, laughter, and deep reflection on what makes Cats in Space so special
June 16, 2025 at 1:18 PM
To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Cats in Space, Now Spinning Magazine presents this exclusive six-part interview series with founding members Greg Hart and Steevi Bacon.
Expect musical insights, personal stories, laughter, and deep reflection on what makes Cats in Space so special
Expect musical insights, personal stories, laughter, and deep reflection on what makes Cats in Space so special
Black Sabbath Farewell Show – A Personal Message to Ozzy Fans Everywhere
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Black Sabbath Farewell Show – A Personal Message to Ozzy Fans Everywhere
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June 10, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Black Sabbath Farewell Show – A Personal Message to Ozzy Fans Everywhere
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Every Deep Purple live album ranked ….
Deep Purple’s Live Albums Ranked! My Top 38 Picks from 60+ Releases
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Deep Purple’s Live Albums Ranked! My Top 38 Picks from 60+ Releases
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June 9, 2025 at 6:50 AM
Every Deep Purple live album ranked ….
Ultimate Gentle Giant Experience? Playing the Fool 2025 Remix Unboxed!
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Ultimate Gentle Giant Experience? Playing the Fool 2025 Remix Unboxed!
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May 6, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Ultimate Gentle Giant Experience? Playing the Fool 2025 Remix Unboxed!
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Khan : Space Shanty : 1972
One of my favourite albums featuring Steve Hillage from the ‘Searching For The Spark’ Box Set
One of my favourite albums featuring Steve Hillage from the ‘Searching For The Spark’ Box Set
May 5, 2025 at 9:49 AM
Khan : Space Shanty : 1972
One of my favourite albums featuring Steve Hillage from the ‘Searching For The Spark’ Box Set
One of my favourite albums featuring Steve Hillage from the ‘Searching For The Spark’ Box Set
ELO - The Classic Albums Ranked! Plus Our Top 10 Tracks
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ELO - The Classic Albums Ranked! Plus Our Top 10 Tracks
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April 30, 2025 at 8:00 PM
ELO - The Classic Albums Ranked! Plus Our Top 10 Tracks
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Ritchie Blackmore : His Top 10 Deep Purple Tracks Ranked
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Ritchie Blackmore : His Top 10 Deep Purple Tracks Ranked
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April 27, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Ritchie Blackmore : His Top 10 Deep Purple Tracks Ranked
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Rock n Roll Haircut of the Week : 1980
Taken in Munich Germany while at the beer festival
I was probably thinking about seeing Ozzy Osbourne at the Birmingham Odeon that coming Sunday. His first solo tour with Randy Rhoads.
Phil
#hair #heavymetal #nwobhm #philaston #nowspinning #80s
Taken in Munich Germany while at the beer festival
I was probably thinking about seeing Ozzy Osbourne at the Birmingham Odeon that coming Sunday. His first solo tour with Randy Rhoads.
Phil
#hair #heavymetal #nwobhm #philaston #nowspinning #80s
April 25, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Rock n Roll Haircut of the Week : 1980
Taken in Munich Germany while at the beer festival
I was probably thinking about seeing Ozzy Osbourne at the Birmingham Odeon that coming Sunday. His first solo tour with Randy Rhoads.
Phil
#hair #heavymetal #nwobhm #philaston #nowspinning #80s
Taken in Munich Germany while at the beer festival
I was probably thinking about seeing Ozzy Osbourne at the Birmingham Odeon that coming Sunday. His first solo tour with Randy Rhoads.
Phil
#hair #heavymetal #nwobhm #philaston #nowspinning #80s
Graham Bonnet talks to Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine Podcast
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Graham Bonnet talks to Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine Podcast
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April 25, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Graham Bonnet talks to Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine Podcast
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Roy Thomas Baker Tribute: The Producer Who Made Queen Sound Eternal
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Roy Thomas Baker Tribute: The Producer Who Made Queen Sound Eternal
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April 24, 2025 at 8:34 AM
Roy Thomas Baker Tribute: The Producer Who Made Queen Sound Eternal
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Latest edition of The Review Show - new music, new releases
Best New Music April 2025: Prog‑Metal & Hidden Gems | Review Show Ep3
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Best New Music April 2025: Prog‑Metal & Hidden Gems | Review Show Ep3
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April 24, 2025 at 8:33 AM
Latest edition of The Review Show - new music, new releases
Three Essential Pieces to Ignite Your Love for Classical Music
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Three Essential Pieces to Ignite Your Love for Classical Music
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April 23, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Three Essential Pieces to Ignite Your Love for Classical Music
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