Now Spinning Music Magazine - Artist Interviews and Music Reviews

Dr. Otis Williams, founding and sole surviving original member of The Temptations, joins Phil Aston of Now Spinning Magazine for a fascinating conversation about Motown, music, friendship and legacy.
From growing up in Texas and moving to Detroit, to meeting Berry Gordy, recording My Girl, performing alongside The Four Tops, and seeing his life portrayed in the Broadway hit Ain't Too Proud, Otis shares memories from one of the most remarkable careers in popular music.
We also discuss Motown's enduring influence, the story behind Papa Was A Rollin' Stone, protecting The Temptations' legacy, and why he still loves performing these timeless songs today.
⁠If you love Motown, soul music and music history, this is an interview you won't want to miss.⁠
⁠Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine ⁠

Bruce Soord joins me on the Now Spinning Magazine Podcast to discuss his deeply personal new solo album Ghosts in the Park.In this emotional and thoughtful conversation, Bruce talks openly about grief, memory, losing parents to Alzheimer’s, songwriting, silence in music, and how certain places and moments stay with us forever.
We also explore Bruce’s remix work on Jethro Tull’s Under Wraps deluxe edition, the challenges of revisiting Opeth’s Deliverance, and what lies ahead for The Pineapple Thief.This is one of the most moving conversations ever featured on Now Spinning Magazine.
Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine

Composer and producer Jeff Wayne joins me for a rare and exclusive interview about the creation and evolution of Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds.We discuss:the influence of his father Jerry Wayneproducing David Essex’s Rock Onmeeting H.G. Wells’ sonworking with Richard Burton, Justin Hayward and Phil Lynottthe original CBS budget exploding from £35k to £240kthe arena tours and immersive experiencesLiam Neeson joining The New Generationand the extraordinary new Super Deluxe box set from Madfish Records.This is one of the most in-depth and personal conversations Jeff Wayne has given in years.Music, storytelling, legacy and imagination — this is the story behind one of the most ambitious albums ever created.
Phil Aston |Now Spinning Magazine

New interview with Jon Davison from YES about the band’s new studio album Aurora, released on June 12th.In this new Now Spinning Magazine interview, Jon talks about his creative growth within YES, the spiritual and uplifting themes behind Aurora, working with Steve Howe, the long-form track “Countermovement”, meditation, artificial intelligence, and why YES continue to move forward rather than simply echo the past.A fascinating conversation about legacy, creativity and the continuing journey of one of progressive rock’s most iconic bands.Join The Now Spinning Magazine Music Community1. Get access to the Now Spinning Magazine Private Facebook Group Community2. Get Access to the Private What’s App Group Community – Deals & Offers, New Release News and friendly Music chat with like minded collectors3. Invites to our twice Monthly Virtual Meet Ups at our own virtual pub called ‘The Now Spinning Arms’.4. Get to see all our videos AD FREE and before they are released to the public.5. Access to exclusive video and photo content6. Special Discounts on Now Spinning Magazine Merch – T-Shirts, Mugs and moreJoin Herehttps://www.patreon.com/nowspinningNow Spinning Magazine Music CD / Vinyl Storehttps://burningshed.com/store/now-spinning-magazineOfficial Now Spinning Magazine Websitehttps://nowspinning.co.uk

Lawrence Payton Jr from the legendary Four Tops about legacy, family, Motown, and carrying forward one of the greatest soul music catalogues of all time.
Lawrence shares deeply personal stories about growing up with his father, original Four Tops member Lawrence Payton, memories of Motown legends visiting the family home, stepping into the group himself, and the emotional responsibility of performing songs that have become “the soundtracks of people’s lives.”
The conversation also explores:The timeless magic of MotownHolland-Dozier-Holland’s songwriting geniusThe emotional connection audiences still have with these songsThe Four Tops & Temptations brotherhoodBrand new music recorded at the original Motown studioA heartfelt conversation about music, memory, love, and why these songs still matter today.
Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine