Now Spinning Music Magazine - Artist Interviews & Music Reviews

Sam Brown Interview : The Now Spinning Magazine Podcast with Phil Aston  In this weeks episode I am Delighted to have with me vocalist, songwriter, pianist  Sam Brown   You may know Sam Brown from her late 80s million selling hit Stop! Or one of her seven solo albums. However, I also know many Now Spinning Magazine viewers will be aware of her from her work with working with Gary Moore, George Harrison, Small Faces, Spandau Ballet, Adam Ant, Jon Lord (of Deep Purple), Pink Floyd (also David Gilmour) and The Firm. Sam Brown has just released her latest album called 'Number 8' but the journey to this album is a unique one. It is a story about courage, determination, acceptance and creative thinking.   In the interview I go through the new album with Sam track by track and we also about her career especially with Jon Lord and Pink Floyd.  The Official Sam Brown Website Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine 

Danny Peyronel Talks to Phil Aston on the Now Spinning Magazine Podcast  On this episode I am delighted to be joined by Danny Peyronel, rock singer, songwriter, keyboard player and producer.  Danny probably Best known for his time in The Heavy Metal Kids and UFO.   Danny Peyronel talks about his career including his time with UFO and the classic No Heavy Petting album.   Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine

Jeff Beck Tribute - 24 June 1944 – 10 January 2023 This tribute is dedicated to the family and friends of Jeff Beck. It is also dedicated to his fans of all ages from those lucky to have seen him in the early days, to those of us who discovered him later on and to new music fans hearing the news today and wanting to know more about what made Jeff Beck so special. I talk about my journey into the world of Jeff Beck and talk about some of my favourite albums which feature his unforgettable guitar playing. Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine

Why I Still Buy CDs and Vinyl albums and my listening choices.  This video was inspired by Pete Pardo from Sea of Tranquility who recently looked at why he still buys CDs. Our journey is similar and although there are some differences I thought it would be fun to share my experiences.   Phil Aston Now Spinning Magazine   If you have enjoyed Now Spinning Magazine this year or have just discovered it please consider supporting me. You can help me by becoming a Patron from £3 / $3 per month.  Get to see my videos before general release and without Ads. Plus exclusive content  Cancel at anytime!   https://www.patreon.com/nowspinning

Cats In Space - Greg Hart : Now Spinning Magazine Podcast  Greg Hart is the guitarist and main writer with UK Rock band Cats in Space  The band are currently on tour promoting their new album 'KickStart The Sun'   This is an exciting interview from an exciting band.  Each of their albums has built on the one before and this latest one is a true classic.  This is music to make you feel good, punch the air and re-string your air guitar...and the vocals...wow!   If you are new to the band you might hear elements of Queen, ELO, Cheap Trick, Styx, Kansas, Pilot, 10cc, Robbie Williams, Uriah Heep, New England, Supertramp, City Boy, 70s disco synths and a lot of Musical Theatre…   CATS in SPACE have caused quite a stir since landing in 2015. With their unique sounds they will transport you back to the days of 70s Classic Rock. Think loud guitars, walls of soaring multi tracked vocal harmonies, grandiose pianos, and huge singable choruses. It’s purr-fect! Touring with legendary rock giants Deep Purple, Status Quo & Thunder playing UK arenas, plus Hyde Park with Phil Collins and Blondie the Cats have gained an ever growing army of faithful fans, gaining incredible live reviews along the way. From humble beginnings to Hammersmith Odeon, Hyde Park and the London 02 Arena it is just part of the amazing journey for these Cats so far... For more information on Cats in Space click here Thank you for all your support   Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine 

Corky Laing - Legendary Drummer and Vocalist talks to Phil AstonOn this episode I am delighted to be joined by legendary drummer and vocalist Cory Laing.Many of you will know Corky from his time in Mountain, West Bruce & Laing and his numerous other solo albums and projects.Corky talks about his career from Mountain the origins of such classic songs as Mississippi Queen, Nantucket Sleighride, Leslie West, West Bruce and Laing, his solo album 'Makin It On The Street' The Secret Sessions with Ian Hunter and more.. We also chat about the Master of War album, his Autobiography and the two recent Corky Laing albums The Finnish Sessions which follows on from The Toledo sessions. Both of these albums are highly recommended.Corky Laing - Official Website - Tour News and MusicPhil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine

Del Bromham from Stray is a true Rock And Roll Survivor In this Podcast Dell talks about all the ups and downs of life in a rock band from the 60s to the present day.He talks about his first band and learning his musical apprenticeship playing the clubs at the age of fourteen years in his brothers group.Constantly on tour with Stray he recalls headlining the Roundhouse, singing to Transatlantic Records and goes through each Stary album. There are memories of supporting Kiss and Rush, meeting the Mafia, his associations with Wilf Pine and Charles Kray (elder brother of the infamous Kray twins) at the offices of the equally infamous Don Arden, along with Arden’s daughter Sharon (who became Osbourne). Del also talking about his solo career, The Bromham Verity Band, his new autobiography and the new Start Album.The interview is about 1.5 hours long but I felt it should go out unedited as Del is such a wonderful storyteller - enjoy! Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazinewww.nowspinning.co.uk

Cody Lee Ford Lead Guitarist with SOEN talks to Phil Aston about the bands North American Tour promoting the album Imperial. Soen have have also just released Atlantis a live in the studio album with an 8 piece Orchestra. (This is certainly going to be in my top albums of this year). Cody talks about the tour, his influences (David Gilmour in particular) the live album, how he approaches his solos, guitars and more. Soen are:Martin Lopez, Drums and percussionJoel Ekelöf, Lead vocalsLars Enok Åhlund, Guitars and PianoCody Lee Ford, Lead GuitarOleksii ”Zlatoyar” Kobel, BassPhil Aston | Now Spinning Magazinewww.nowspinning.co.uk #soen #progmetal #heavymetal

Michael Des Barres - The Now Spinning Magazine Interview with Phil AstonSilverhead - Detective - Chequered Past - Obsession - The Powerstation - Live Aid - Clint Eastwood - Steve Van Zant - Don Johnston - The MistakesMichael Des Barres is a Rock n Roll Star, a visionary, a motivational speaker, a dream maker and renaissance man. This is roller coaster of an interview, funny,brutally honest and full of energy.Phil Aston | Now Spinning MagazineCelebrating Physical Music In All Its FormsMichael Des Barres#michaeldesbarres #nowspinning

The Captain of The Lost Waves - Interview Mysterium Tremedum by The Captain of The Lost Waves. This is a pastoral PROG album that mixes elements of ELO, Tears For Fears, Japan, Tangerine Dreams to make a quite remarkable album. 'The Captain' talks about spiritual energy, self-identity, melancholy and depression and how music has helped him through some very difficult periods of his life. This is visceral music for the mind and body, full of dreamy verses, life affirming choruses and sheer audacity. Where melodic invention meets alternative folk, progressive, world and ambient sounds. Described by Tom Robinson (BBC6 Music) as “…completely extraordinary…”, Captain of the Lost Waves exceeds the average and makes the impossible possible. A storyteller by nature, his music connects with listeners as he shares intimate musical tales within genre-defying melodies. This is my introduction to Captain of the Lost Waves, but the UK-based Captain has been turning heads across the globe featured on Hollywood Digest, The Huffington Post and Rock N Reel (to name a few). Listen to the album Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine https://www.nowspinning.co.uk