Why I Still Buy Physical Music on both CD and Vinyl and how I listen to my music collection

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[@Norshammar72]

Been a CD colector since 1988. It’s been my format ever since.

[@steelmonkey7609]

I started buying CDs in "90" I held back a few years because I had a lot of cassettes and I wasn't looking forward to changing over, but finally I joined my friends and got with the technology, I bought a home stereo system and one CD to hear how it would sound, I still remember what CD that was, my very first CD was Emerson Lake and Palmer greatest hits. I was wondering do you remember your very first CD you bought?

[@MrEmancipationman]

I have been a CD collector since 1997 and they make me complete as a person. I very much into the idea that CDs or physical formats make you a part of the artist's musical journey/era.

[@bigdaddycool1000]

For me CD is my favorit Format.I love Vinyl too,but if i must choose one-i would take the CD.I own thousands of these and will collect them as long as in can 🙂

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you for watching - Phil

[@officialwillieg2001]

Been watching Pete Pardo for years, I put you up there with him in terms of music discussion on KZbin. I’ll always buy CDs, people do laugh and call me ancient for doing that but I don’t care. Owning a CD format by a band I’m into is just amazing. That won’t change for me. Have a great new year Phil

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi and thank you for watching. Thank you also for your kind words and support this year. Wishing you a great 2023! Phil :)

[@johnsimmons5056]

Love CD's and Vinyl but I prefer CD's. Vinyl has gotten crazy expensive even for used and CD's can be found for $1-$5 all over the place. New CD's are fraction of the cost of new vinyl and you don't have to worry about pressing quality like you do vinyl. Pop the cd in and it just plays.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi John, thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts - Phil :)

[@DonMcCulloughCyber]

I agree completely. I find I have gained so much positive energy from my collection of music. The details I gather and the experience I receive from the artist's work, both musical and artistic expression, are critical to me.

[@morgankw89]

I had a pretty substantial CD collection when I graduated high school back in 2007, and I'm still kicking myself to this day for selling all of it when I got an iPod to "replace" it all. The iPod is in a landfill somewhere, but the CDs are probably still in the used bookstore to whom I sold them.

[@VIDSTORAGE]

Vinyl started going down in popularity in the early 80s because of the record label cassette tape sales that went way up that passed vinyl sales in 1982 ... They were very small / compact and convenient to play in the car and in a Walkman to a portable boom box and cassette decks in the home stereo set up had great sound quality .

[@tomknoblauch5164]

(SACD) Super Audio Compact Disc. I find the music Fidelity the most important ingredient for listening enjoyment. I will agree that album art is integral to the experience hence packaging is also vital in consumption of the art. Again a SACD trump's a CD.

[@dannyvalentine468]

For me when it comes to physical media I like to think specifically "what's gonna make me appreciate the music more?". Recently I bought Montrose's debut (Rock Candy reissue based on you saying it's the best sounding) and while I could've bought a Montrose boxset or a cheaper copy, that specific version has liner notes & pictures (and I am one for those esp on albums that lacked things like that in the past). For me I love reading a good bio because it makes me appreciate the album more plus it's just plain fun to read about a record you love isn't it? Another thing I'd mention is the album artwork. There's records that you just cannot appreciate without the pictures. All Shook Up by Cheap Trick is an example, I can stare at the inserts for hours and it represents the eccentric universe the album creates in my head perfectly. While yes I can listen to it digitally it's a very visual kind of record to me, so having the photos enhances the experience. I'm glad to see however that is not a forgotten thing with albums as I've noticed even modern pop artists pay attention to that sort of thing!

[@recordrabbit]

Great commentary! I can relate to smaller homes in the UK. I'm an American living in Japan and my physical media collection is limited by space in my tiny apartment.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you for watching, space and storage is a constant battle! Phil :)

[@covidcompendium5573]

I love every format. I have a cd player, reel to reel, cassette decks, turntables, mini disc and pen drives, and my pc. But like you, i love physical media the most.

[@RandallStevenson]

I started collecting CDs in the 90s, but I stopped for several years. Unfortunately many of them are lost to time, but I'm starting to build up my collection again, will be ordering a personal CD player soon, would like to buy a modest home stereo in the near future.

[@lsmoulton]

Thanks Phil, I feel exactly the same way as you about CD's.....we're "kindred spirits"😀

[@AndDeathForAll82]

Thank you for this video. It’s always nice to see that others feel the same as I do about music, and how it’s experienced. “It brings me closer to the story”… that was just perfect. Man, that Herbie Hancock box straight up made me drool.

[@peterx1957]

Hey Phil, what a great video. So much that I can personally relate to. I love both LP's AND CD's. I kept my vinyl when CD hit big time. I've been buying CD's since 1984. I had the initial approach of only buying new releases, best of's and favourite albums and kept but 'retired' the vinyl equivalent. My collection grew exponentially when those initial intentions stretched to buying whole back catalogues of various artists and bands. While The Beatles & Deep Purple are my favourites, my music tastes are broad encompassing hard & heavy rock, pop, soul, blues, jazz & classical among other things. I've had a vinyl renaissance in recent years. The CD collection wasn't feeling as much love as a result. However a couple of years ago I upgraded my CD shelf and it's actually given me a greater appreciation for my collection so now I'm going back to it. My classical section has grown in both LP & CD formats. I love CD & LP boxed sets. A lot of what you've said about enjoying the media is so true. I know I probably should pull those boxed sets out more often. Love your work mate. Cheers. ,👍

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Peter, I can identify so easily with your story. I like so much stuff now I don’t really know want I don’t like anymore. I started with bands like Deep Purple and now also listen to jazz, classical music and most other things! Thank you for watching. Phil

[@perryfan49]

I listen digitally when I’m away from home mostly at work and cutting the lawn or other work outdoors. I primarily buy cd to vinyl but I have a lot of original albums in the collection. Either way I always buy the physical media because at the end of the day physical media is what keeps the music being produced for our tangible collection. Great video Phil🙏🏼

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Perry, totally 💯 your comment reflects just how I feel as well - Phil

[@lauriebrett5292]

Hi Phil, I just found this video and realize that I'm so much like you, hence why I like your channel so much. I'm also short on space so I have thousands of cds in boxes all over the place but strangely enough I know where most of them are. I love vinyl as well and have kept most of my records from my youth to the present day, but nowadays I mainly just get collector editions on vinyl as they do take up a lot of space. I love books as well so my house is full of books & music and marvel at people who don't even have a bookshelf or stereo system. These are my two favourite things and I would be happy to lose the TV if it came to a choice about what to keep, my music & books or the TV. Another thing about having the physical copy is you know you've always got and it won't be deleted on the whim of the streaming agency. I get a buzz from just sitting in my music room surrounded by my music & books. My music room is small so it converges onto my bedroom as well so I can even just lie down & be immersed in the music. I also use music as therapy, it has helped me immensely to get through troubled times as well as all the happy times in my life. Stay safe 😊

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Laurie, thank you for watching and sharing your story. I identify with it very much, especially just sitting with your collection around you ! Music is indeed a therapy and healer - Phil

[@Patracat]

Lovely to read comments like this from like minded souls. Books and music = heaven on earth.

[@rolandpritchard1731]

And I was thinking I was the only one who gos through his booklets and C.Ds for hours without playing them or moving them about in some kind of new older. I how thinking how many of use do that with the vinyl or C.Ds. we own. It's a wonderful world of music, artists, booklets, songs and if you want spinning too.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Roland, I knew I would not be the only person who did this! That is great to know. It is like browsing in a record shop where you already own everything - Phil :)

[@davidkornblatt851]

It depends on the cd vs the lp vs the cassette vs the reel to reel. Each one is different and has its place and sound quantity vs sound quality. The Beatles are their own forest vs trees!

[@AndDeathForAll82]

I agree. I love spending time in my music room just reading liner notes and looking at album art.

[@SaintMartins]

I prefer CD's for the same reasons, no crackles, cleaning & small enough to fit on a shelf. My very 1st "vinyl" recording i bought was in 1982, The Fixx "one thing leads to another" 7" single. My first "compact disc" was bought in 1991. It was Pearl Jam "ten".

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you for watching. Ten by Pearl Jam is such a great album. I must play that very soon. Phil

[@rockandmetalanthropologist6425]

I just discovered your channel and website and wow, am I ever glad!!!! You are doing an amazing work! Thanks for this! From a fellow music enthusiast from Montreal, Canada!

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi, thank you for watching and welcome to Now Spinning Magazine! There are 100s of videos to explore, so pleased you have found me ! Phil :)

[@rockandmetalanthropologist6425]

@@NowSpinningMagazine i will be watching past videos for sure. Thanks for your reply!

[@xanadoooo]

Hi Phil, I still enjoy playing my cassettes on my Denon DRM-800, not because of the sound quality it’s just aesthetically pleasing watching the left & right led’s go up and down, but I must admit CD’s are more practical than when I play vinyl.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

I was also a big fan of watching those led lights go up and down. I have a vintage set up in the garage and that has an equaliser which has lots of led groovyness!

[@sarahneedham]

I agree with so much here. I come from a time when during my teans, it was vinyl all the way. Then as I reached my early 20's I went over to CDs (I was late to CDs though - first CD was Nirvana, Nevermind when it came out). Then during the 90's and early 2000's I really only listened to CDs although I still had my record player and vinyl. Then in 2006 I bought a new turntable (Pro-Ject Debut SE) and slowly got back into playing my vinyl again. Now my daughter is in her mid 20's and buys a lot of vinyl with her boyfriend, and she also buys me new stuff as gifts. I am thoroughly enjoying listening to my vinyl again but also still love and play my CDs. Another change I made last year was to get into Sonos streaming, as I do like that format too. So now I have my turntable, phono pre-amp and a new little CD player hooked up to 2 Sonos Five speakers. I love this set up as I can listen to my physical media as I always have, but also stream it to other Sonos speakers in other rooms. I know I could probably get better quality with old separate gear (which is what I used to have) but to my ears, it does not sound any less fantastic. If anything, my Sonos set up with the physical players actually sounds better than my old 80's set up used to sound.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Sarah, I also have Sonos speakers everywhere and love them. I just play music in whatever way suits me at the time, CD, Vinyl or streaming! Phil :)

[@mikebruce3933]

Crikey Phil, this was like listening to me talking to myself. So many points of common history and experience. Awfully glad to hear I'm not the only one who heads straight for the music collection and the bookshelves when I'm out visiting folks! The mixtape!! How many hours of fun did they provide in the creation and the listening! Marvelous video.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Mike, thank you for watching and all your support! Phil

[@keitholiver1299]

What a fab response to the question Phil. I agree with all your comments, my path follows yours to a greater or lesser extent and the same timescale switch from vinyl to CD, although I hung on to all my records. I do however prefer the old style cd jewel cases though over digipacks! I think the purchasing of physical music not only charts the musical journey of your favourite bands as you mention, but more importantly your own. I remember when and how I purchased most of my purchases. They are there as a visual and recording memory which I treasure and continually adding to. I look forward to your interesting posts next year Phil, they are some of the most reasoned and balanced here on KZbin.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Keith, thank you for watching and your thoughtful and interesting comment. I really appreciate your support. Happy new year - Phil

[@TheRollingStoness]

Same here, collected all OG LPs and cassettes during early nineties when when everyone were on CD bandwagon and collected all CDs and cassettes when everyone were on Vinyl band wagon after the Discogs era.., now all physical Media is highly priced, back on streaming now...collected all physical Media for nostalgic feel, love steaming HD quality music, reading all their liner notes online..

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you for watching and sharing your musical journey ! Phil

[@davesmusictank1]

Talk about musical directions in various vectors. - well that is me.. jazz, rock, world music, folk, field recordings, and so on. Streaming cannot compete.

[@separateglances1]

Taking down LPs or CD boxsets, just to look at them, is so me and it’s good to see I’m not alone in this. I do occasionally still buy new CDs but generally they are boxsets (last 2 were a Stomu Yamasht’a one and the Zappa 1971 box) but mainly I scour charity shops or buy from the likes of Amazon. Both places offer really cheap opportunities to buy, so why wouldn’t you? I’ve also started buying classical music on LP and have had some amazing bargains at charity shops etc. I did cancel my Spotify account as I found I wasn’t using it at all as it didn’t give me that same sense of satisfaction that ‘physical’ music does.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi, thank you for watching and great to meet another fan of reading and looking at your music collection and not playing it every time you do that. Phil :)

[@iang1]

An enjoyable 40 minutes and can relate to everything you said Phil

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you 🙏

[@thejoyofthemusicinmylife7897]

I use streaming to find newer artist whose music I may want to buy. I like CD to listen to while I am doing jobs around the house because there is extended play without changing the CDs. I listen to vinyl when I want to relax and get deep into an album.

[@greenscarab2]

Cd collection was fast as we had the, get 8 and buy one at regular price! Vinyl is great for when in the mood and the crackles just adds to it but just can't have too many only the faves, it takes up space. Cds are easier. Cassette are a waste of time and fast forwarding etc. Also each time you play it the tape stretches and after a while it loses the clarity. 8 track was ahead of its time, so much faster to change tracks but it became obsolete while i was very young. I think cds and Vinyls are great to collect and play. I do have mp3s, you tube and iTunes but there is nothing like the physical music in your hands and the art in your face. 😊

[@frankcantelmi245]

Thanks Phil for this video i collect only CDs most music Heavy + Death + Thrash + hard rock Jazz Jazz Fushion Blues Electric Blues just this week i bought Eric Dolphy = OUT TO LUNCH cd and also the Steppen wolf Box set and i will keep collecting CDs as long i can i enjoy them i dont buy records i also love DVDs movies Music i love watching your youtube Video you have helped me Discover more box sets so keep posting Keep collecting CDs Stay safe and Happy new year i also Watch Pete pardo Jamie Cottle Glen Callaway Larry Graves Brendon Snyder

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Frank, thank you for watching. I feel honoured to be in the same list as those other great channel’s. Have a great 2023! Phil :)

[@kenfrederick6223]

Great video. Physical media really does connect the listener to the artist in a unique way. I grew up with vinyl and cassettes. I still appreciate vinyl and do not miss cassettes. CD is my format of choice. I especially enjoy all the great CD box-sets being released these days. Keep up the great work Phil.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Ken, thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts. CD Box Sets are my favourite as well - thank you for all your support. Phil :)

[@alexmineff5596]

I have been watching your videos and enjoying them for quite some time. I thank you so much for what you do. Makes me feel as cd fan myself that still has the vinyl too but also as a music fan. I’m also more about the music than perfect high price audio. But I love the physical product. I hate when I find something that has no of a very limited physical release. I grew up on Cleveland Ohio a great music area in the 70s though I’m in Arizona now and relate to so much of what you speak of. Love the imagination we had when music was not a background experience but drove our lives. It did and does mean so much to us. I think now young people have so much other distractions we didn’t have though I’m glad some have found vinyl and I guess even cassette lol. Wish you a wonderful 2023 and thank you so much!

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Alex, thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts and memories. I very much appreciate your kind words which are very inspiring in helping me to do more of these videos. Phil

[@backrowbrighton]

Hi Phil, so much of what you say will strike a chord with so many of us here. We have been where you have been in your collecting journey. I am working my way through the CD box sets I received as Christmas gifts and it's been wonderful. I also intend to resume my used vinyl hunt in the New Year. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you very much for watching and sharing your thoughts. So pleased you enjoyed the video. Phil

[@duh50360]

Really enjoyed this. So many of the feelings you expressed in this video are the exact same things I would say regarding listening to music. It’s very interesting thinking about why we listen and especially these days HOW we choose to listen. I found throughout the video I listen much the same way as you. The biggest difference is that over the past few years I’ve really gotten back into the love of vinyl. Anyway, I could go on and on. I’m just glad we can have so many great choices in how we enjoy our music. Great channel, Phil.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you for watching and feel free to go on and on! I have to admit I have also fallen in love again with vinyl since doing this! Phil

[@mondoenterprises6710]

Excellent essay and overview. We are lucky in that music can be enjoyed so many ways depending on the person, but the og way creates a very real lifetime 3 dimensional experience for a person.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you - Phil

[@mikaelbodin9178]

Yes, the primary things to gather around when visiting someone's home used to be the LP's and CD's. Or books.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Very true, thank you for watching - Phil

[@AJAndyO]

Spot on Phil. I echo every word! I only just managed to watch this, after my own earlier post, on Facebook, about CDs and a news article about the market dying, which of course I dispute. It’s a shame that our perspective doesn’t (yet) seem to be shared by execs and media people, but hopefully that will change. Thanks again for another great video 👍🤘.

[@Trifixion22]

Yknow Andy, I actually hope that the word DOESN'T get out. I don't want what happened to vinyl to happen to CDs; inferior pressings, jacked up prices, scalping, etc

[@AJAndyO]

@@Trifixion22 I totally get what you’re saying about that. I’m just keen on CDs continuing alongside vinyl, as I love and still buy both.

[@BobbyBass-x6i]

I started with 45s, then 8 track tape, then albums, then cassettes and finally CDs. I stream now but still buy CDs. Especially box sets or live stuff that’s not available online. I still keep my rare albums I brought years ago but I no longer play them. Rock on!

[@karenjoannawarwick]

I have recently come across your channel and I am enjoying your content , I did see that video by Sea of Tranquilty at the time . I buy CDs as I do not own a Record Player .

[@folden2008]

what a great video you hit the nail on the head on so many things love your videos cheers from Saskatchewan Canada

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you so much for your positive feedback - Phil

[@douglasweston126]

Hi Phil - love your video. I am made from the same cloth - I think all music lovers are. Music keeps me happy and smiling, and as you say hearing the doorbell go for that latest delivery - what a buzz lol - love it. Cya Doug

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you 🙏

[@robertholmes7467]

Nice one Phil, I also watched Pete's video. I used to head straight for me mates record collections for a perusal on a visit. Back in the day it was the best way to hear and discover missing albums in your own collection.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Robert, thank you for watching. I remember doing that as well. Phil :)

[@tobyjonesmusic]

Really interesting discussion. I watched Pete's video too and agreed with a lot he had to say, and you only added to it. I'm only 21 so I'm of the iTunes era, but nevertheless, there's something in my brain that feels like an album isn't 'ticked off' or complete for me until I own a physical copy. Like yourself, I really enjoy spending time looking through the booklets and other material. That is one quality that is lost completely with streaming.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Toby, thank you for watching and welcome to Now Spinning Magazine. I stream music everyday and I think now it is not about CD vs vinyl or streaming vs physical. Music fans of all ages are happy to stream and then buy a physical album in any format if it is something they really like or an artist they want to support or feel closer to. Phil :)

[@mondoenterprises6710]

Excellent essay. Covered many of the thoughts I have had thru the years of my ongoing cd buying. Thanks!

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you for watching - Phil

[@Raypirri]

Onya Phil- you are onto it again! The fact that you can “live amongst your collection” is also a wonder of this collecting obsession of a hobby. It means that documentaries about bands, or series on Jazz and Blues or Punk really mean something and inspire you to search and develop even further. Add in the bonus of the simple smell of a collection of original vinyl albums and there lies more irreplaceable memories. What a joy! Thanks for sharing again.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Ray, thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts - Phil

[@rolandpritchard1731]

Theres nothing like the real thing, that you own forever be it C.D or vinyl. As you can spin it any time so let's keep spinning always.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Very true !

[@qwer8907]

First all thanks u expressed what so many music lovers think and do. I started buying cds in the late 80s as a teenager not regularly but during the 90s i really got into music i started buying maybe 1 cd a week slowly i built up a solid collection in the last 6 to 8 yrs since the price drop of cds i been able to collect lots of cd albums at charity shops and carboots some online used obviously most in great condition . Of course i do support the artists i must have bought maybe around 50 brand new cds this year . I pick up seocond vinyl over the last 5 yrs at bargain prices but i refuse to buy vinyl it too expensive and it costs 50 to 70 euro in Ireland for food for a small family . The record industry are pushing vinyl because they have a large profit i not going to be pushed into buying vinyl just give us the option of compact discs if not what will happen is the pirates music will return and people will burn and download on cds or store on there hardrives . I stream music to discover new music or check new releases or just for convience . As for these car manufacturers are they in bed with with the record industry removing the option of having a compact disc player from consumers in there new cars is wrong i an lucky that i still have a cd player in my car maybe it more bout cost cutting i rather buy a external cd player if i ever purchase a new car . Thanks for been open and honest .

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi, thank you for watching an sharing your thoughts and your support. This channel is getting a lot of attention now from the music business now and record labels so let's hope they take note! Phil :)

[@johnthompson7611]

I love your comments about the average sizes of houses in the UK as opposed to the US. We don't all live in mansions over here do we? Storage space is premium hence CDs offer this. If I ever have to rearrange my collection to help accommodate more space I have to have an empty house, an empty schedule with my phone off. No distractions. This is because the rearrangement which might take place every few years has to be meticulously recorded in my mind to create a map in my head. I also love your comment aimed at record execs. Despite the fact we collect we know when we are being short changed and the effort hasn't gone into a box set. Interestingly you mention you only stream in the car. I only stream in the house and play physical media. I use a car cd player but I mainly use large SD memory cards from the media player in the car itself. It's all horses for courses. Everyone's own preference. It was great that you wanted to share yours.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi John, thank you for watching. I fully understand mapping out any new storage plan in your head first. I actually did that this morning as I tried to work out where my recent box set purchases were going to go. Thank you also for sharing how you listen to your music as well. Phil

[@jerrygeorgopolis8015]

Phil, Thanks for sharing more of your feelings about various music media. In my high school days (60"s) 45's were the only format I could afford. All mine were Mono and if one was lucky, you had a 45 changer so you could stack them, and not get up every couple of minutes to change the record. I prefer listening to cd's with my headphones, and getting lost in the music. All the best to you and yours !

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Jerry, thank you for watching. I remember starting on 7" singles as well. Just been in the moment for 3-4mins before you had to get up to change the record! Phil

[@Patracat]

OOOH so many memories. I am a 75 year old Elvis fan who started buying 45's in the early 1960s. My father had a very unstable record player that I nearly electrocuted myself on several times, so for my 16th birthday he bought me my own portable record player which I still have, just for pure nostalgia! My husband set up a surround sound system over the years, with 27 speakers around the lounge room, DVD player, Blue ray player, CD player, Laser disc player, both VHS and Beta video players, and of course turntable and cassette player. We both loved music and movies, so the system got a regular workout until he died last year. It took me a while to figure out how to work everything, but now I get a buzz out of playing my vinyl LPs and 45s, and CDs. I started replacing my LPs with the equivalent CDs a few years ago because they were easier to store, but I really missed the gorgeous LP covers, so I stopped selling them and only buy CDs if I can't find the music on vinyl.

[@derhandtrommler]

I bought my first CD in 1985. I have bought probably 5 vinyl records since,. CD's are the way to go.

[@mausperson5854]

John Waters said the same thing about books, kind of... He said, 'If you go home with someone and they don't have books don't frag them' (paraphrasing slightly).

[@Primordilian]

Great video and we all still have same passion for the music just like you and without knowing you i think that you a really nice person.All the best.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you for watching and that is a very nice thing to say - Phil :)

[@MetalMan73100]

What an enjoyable episode! As for myself, I began buying music back in the Eighties, all of it on cassette at the time, because it was the cheapest format. From 1990 and until 1994 I indulged in all three formats - cassettes, vinyl and CDs. When vinyl began disappearing I decided henceforth to go exclusively with CDs. Two reasons for that: 1. I always preferred the sound of them. No tape hiss and no surface noise, and 2. There just seemed to be more music available on CD than the other two formats at the time. CDs also take up so much less space than vinyl albums, which also contributed to my decision to stick with the format. The vinyl and cassettes I had from my first decade of buying music was eventually replaced with CDs. Like many others, I have also replaced lots of CDs with newer CDs of the same releases when remasters began appearing in the early to mid-1990s. So there you go!

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Fantastic comment, thank you for sharing your musical journey through the formats! Phil

[@WolvesInferno]

Brilliant video Phil. I've always been a fan of CDs. I bought quite a few recently. What I bought was John Lennon's - Gimme Some Truth, Nokturnal Mortum - To Lunar Poetry, Opened Paradise - Eclipse, Guns 'N' Roses - Use Your Illusion 1 and 2 2022 remastered Digi paks, Omnium Gatherum - Origin, Mystic Circle 2022, Def Leppard - CD collection 1, Inquisition - Black Mass for a Mass Grave, Billy Idol - The Cage Ep and the Digi pak of Justice for All by Metallica and the rare deluxe boxset of Generation Terrorists by the Manic Street Preachers.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you for watching and sharing your recent CD purchases. Some great choices ! Phil

[@GrimCellar]

Inspirational video, loved listening to it and nicely spoken throughout.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you for watching and for your encouragement. Phil :)

[@vjr5261]

Me too, especially if I am seeing them live and vinyl is available I’ll buy it.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Vicki, thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts. Happy New Year - Phil :)

[@vjr5261]

Hi Phil thank you, you and your family as well. ✌️

[@tlister67]

I buy mostly used records for mostly pre 1985 music and CDs for newer. I got an LP of RAM (McCartneys) and after cleaning sounded so appropriate in my 70s era hifi. I will buy a used record I already have if I really like it. I have less than a handful of new vinyl.

[@mjp8648]

Bought my last LP in 1995 - Paradise Lost's double Draconian Times, which I never played - because I found them to be a real pain. Different problems with the record player, difficulties in cleaning meant got covered in lines of dust , skipping, popping, the inconvenience etc.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you for watching - Phil :)

[@glynoxford0614]

Excellent video, Phil, as usual. You speak for many of us. You and Pete do a brilliant job. You deserve more views on you channel. Keep on posting and they will come😁

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Glyn, thank you for watching and for your encouraging words. Thank you also for supporting what I do here. Wishing a fabulous 2023 - Phil :)

[@ianlock4552]

Phil, this is the first of your videos I have watched. I was drawn in by the title and really enjoyed the content. Most importantly, and possibly why I am commenting, is your overall outlook (is philosophy too strong a term?) about music and hard copy. Also your "vibe" in how you present. Watching this video left me in a happier, more chilled, mood for the rest of the day. Great work, keep it up. I will be working my way through some of your previous videos.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Ian, thank you for watching. So pleased you like what I do here. Please have a look around. What I try and do here is more than a music channel. I want to help others connect to music but also see how it can them on a deeper level. Phil :)

[@starchildsimonthevinylfron2131]

Great video. I play both vinyl, CD and i have a hi res portable player, some tracks sound sublime on it. I prefer to listen to an album on vinyl, where possible, the ritual of placing it on the turntable and absorbing myself to listen to the whole album, without skipping. I do this for CDs and through my hi res portable player. But prefer that ritual as I said with vinyl more somehow. As for the car, I can relate to the shuffle button. All of my favourite albums which holds nearly 20k hi res and other lossless tracks. Stick it on random and just drive. Like you eluded to, its your favourite radio station without the DJ. Bliss. Enjoying the channel. Cheers

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi, thank you for watching and your kind words. Welcome to the channel. There are over 400 videos now and lots of content on the website as well. Phil :)

[@georgegsroomofrock9868]

Wow this video really spoke to me! My collection is CD'S and old vinyl. But what struck me was that I too just take a cd or box set out abd just look at it without actually listening to it. Plus the first band I thought of that doesn't have alot of their catalog on streaming even before you said it was Budgie! Amazing video!

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi George, thank you for watching and I am sorry for my late reply! I starting doing this project because I felt I was the only person still buying music. Most of my close friends had stopped years ago. One of the best things about doing this is not only am I not the only one but there are thousands of us around the world! Phil

[@brianreynolds4931]

Hi Phil, another fantastic video! I identified with everything you talked about. I will also just pull down a box set or all of a particular artist from the shelf and enjoy looking through them as much as listening too them. I don’t buy as much vinyl with the prices going so high, but I like the combo boxes like the Pink Floyd Animals 2018 Remix and the Queen The Miracle Collector’s Edition. CDs still allow for massive music in a convenient package. The upcoming Think Lizzy Live and Dangerous 8CD box is a great example. I would not have the money to buy that on a 16LP vinyl set if that were the format. I am looking forward to your next video. We need to get Ian Anderson to reprint the Tull sets and it would be nice to get the recent Gentle Giant live vinyl box in CD format too.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Brian, thank you for watching and I was certain there would be other fans who looked at their collections without always playing them. I am also looking forward to the Thin Lizzy set. Gentle Giant playing the fool is a great live album as well. Phil :)

[@brianreynolds4931]

@@NowSpinningMagazine Agreed - Playing the Fool is fantastic! Some of those songs sound better live than on the album!

[@trupax2210]

Thank you Phil. I was really hoping to find a personally inspirational message for the new year and you have provided it. Have a peaceful new year all.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

You are welcome. Thank you for kind words. Phil :)

[@EARLandPEARL-c3i]

at the age of 60....I never buy multiple copies of an LP...I have 180 cd's, 85 lps (just recently started to play them again after 35 years) and 1734 albums on a network media server (I listen to all the tracks 15650 of them on shuffle...in effect my own radio station commercial free) I play my cds and lps in a complete rotation A to Z. I love sacd's MQA cd's and HDCD cd's

[@jimwood1968CDcollectorCAVE]

Well Phil an Epic to camera. I can identify with much that you say despite being older. I really enjoyed this and appreciate videos like this and you do them so well.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Jim, I did go on for a long time. For me the trick is don’t script it or overthink it ! Phil :)

[@jimwood1968CDcollectorCAVE]

@@NowSpinningMagazine It was highly enjoyable Phil. I sometimes make a brief note or two but I NRVER script. I never did with radio and people said I should. I always found it would end up stilted if I did that so I always do them off the cuff. Ive just recorded part 1 reply about my record collecting. Hope I can load it up.

[@deantaylor1512]

I’m quite the fan of mixed format box sets … I’m lucky to own all of the Zeppelin super deluxe sets .. all numbered… love em to bits .. just stunning to look at and listen to.. The New Order sets are worth a mention to .. just so we’ll put together.. But then I look at sets like The White Album… Sargent Peppers …all cd and again just stunning in there content… love a good box .. cd or vinyl…

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Dean, thank you for watching and sharing your love of music and the box sets you like. Phil

[@pryere]

We knew life before the net - It was good. Mixtapes were good, playlists are not the same.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you for watching - Phil :)

[@grantross2609]

people are real & they like real things.......

[@thomaswery3087]

I also have been cuying cds since 1988.I get more bang for my dollar with cds.Love box sets especially the ones with the 5.1 audio.I still buy vinyl but only my favorites.Right now I have a pre order in for cd and vinyl of the new Uriah Heep music that's coming out in Jan.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Thomas, thank you for watching. I will also be going for the vinyl and CD for the new Uriah Heep album. Phil :)

[@Baz63]

I transferred my vinyl copy of Z.Z.Top's Deguello onto cassette then onto c.d. as i do not have the equipment to undertake a direct transfer. Given the cassette is old, and been recorded over numerous times, the end result of my C.D.R was still vastly superior to the actual formal C.D. Of course one has to invest much more re turntable and accoutrements to probably appreciate the difference in quality but digital is just a series of 1s and 0s and so the ambient range is omitted. Also playing vinyl is more of a ritual...getting the album out of the sleeve , cleaning the record and placing the stylus is in itself a performance. Also if one is old and lazy like me it is more likely that that person will be more prepared to listen to the whole album (as intended by the artists) instead of just pressing the 'skip' button. As such since rebuilding my vinyl collection much of the tracks on albums that were not of interest i've now rediscovered because i'm too lazy to get up and move the needle. However c.ds are a great invention but, for me, they are something i have but don't feel real ownership of and the tactile element is missing.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Barry, thank you for watching. I have to admit your comment does resonate with me. When I was younger I would play tracks from lots of albums pacing up and down in my bedroom. Being a bit older now I am more inclined to let the album play all the way through because I don’t feel the need to get up and down every 5 mins. As you say I am discovering tracks I used to miss out back then! Phil :)

[@Hzim007]

I would like to see you Phil, on the U.K Connection series

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

I would love that as well - Phil

[@mikewest1542]

This is a bit of a conundrum for me, Vinyl or Cds probably both .The 1st album I bought with my own money was Bowies Hunky Dory In 1974 and when CDs came in that was my first choice of listening ,in 1989 my 1st CD was Bowies Tin Machine. I then got back into Vinyl in about 2006 after a 14 year hiatus , but I’ve been buying both formats since and my latest CD acquisition was Bowies Divine Symmetry a new box set of Hunky Dory on CD so it’s turned the full circle, btw a brilliant video Phil !

[@mikewest1542]

I have to hide all my records from my wife and she does her nut when I buy any records or CDs , she thinks I’m mad, she only listens to stuff on Spotify or KZbin and she is into R&B too 😮

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Mike, thank you for watching and your kind comments. I know what you mean. Nothing worse when lots of orders arrive at once and my wife says' "what came in the post" and I try and I say..oh nothing much, just a single CD - Phil :)

[@lozu8947]

I am with you on your choice of format as being CD. I also collect vinyl also but I always go to my cds. I actually prefer SACDs but those are pretty expensive and the selection is limited.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you for watching. I love SACD as well. Phil

[@jean-lucpernel2202]

Hi Phil,je suis complètement d'accord avec toi pour l'aspect pratique des CD le seul défaut les notes de pochette sont illisibles !! Et le transport de vinyles il faut faire de la musculation 😁bravo à SUE,Perlmann Grand violoniste!🤗

[@andersdottir1111]

When tidying up under my house back in the 90s I pulled my records out from a wardrobe and put them on the ground and that night we had a flash flood- all my records were ruined! I think records sound better than cds generally and even most cassettes sound better than cds. I’m enjoying getting my record collection back bit by bit. Yes, here in Australia records throughout my teenage years in the 70s were $5.95-$7.95. I could only afford about 3 a year.

[@cornelius812]

Personal shuffling of songs started over sixty years ago with 45’s

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Very true - an excellent observation - Phil

[@kobush18]

Just great 👍

[@davejones4366]

Great thoughts Phil and really enjoyed. I think you, Pete Pardo and I are made from the same block :). I have Spotify but always buy CD because a) it's physical and b) I feel it is supporting the bands I love. I think that is important - if we don't give back, how will many of them survive? Well done.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Dave, thank you for watching and your supportive words. Phil :)

[@tubezaspiak]

Well said.

[@mondoenterprises6710]

And now we have new vinyl records digitally mixed to mp3 soundbud quality.

[@bobby666666]

Love both CD and vinyl. I only buy special vinyl that means a lot to me nowadays. I love books too and have never purchased any kindle versions ever. Physical rules.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Bobby, thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts - Phil :)

[@Trifixion22]

I'm right there with you Phil, I have a turntable and a good stereo system but I rarely buy records. Here in Canada they're too damn expensive! And I often just cant bring myself to deal with their finicky nature. I just wanna hear the damn album without any scratches or pops. Half the time when I buy a record, it sounds like garbage. As for digital, I love using it for playlists and discovering. That's it. I don't trust digital ownership AT ALL. That goes for ebooks, streaming, and especially digital currency. It lends itself far too well to censorship, and licensing deals can get in the way and an artist can have their albums taken off streaming. For example, Budgie only has their first two albums on Spotify. No Never Turn Your Back, no In For the Kill, no Bandolier, etc.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi, thank you for watching. Budgie is a great example on the shortcomings of digital music subscription. I agree with your stance on digital ownership. Phil

[@mondoenterprises6710]

And that's how Mick and Keith met on the train by Mick buying records and Keith asking about them.

[@rolandpritchard1731]

1st thing you did was look at someone,a record and book collection as it shows who you are and your life, sometimes how theres nothing in there homes, what you collect and have around you is who you are and it identifies you.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Roland, well said and thank you for watching. Phil :)

[@ianflight8273]

Hi Phil, like yourself I collect both CDs and vinyl I also have a large cassette collection but in no way am I a so called audiophile, I don't need a £3000 turntable with an expensive cartridge to enjoy my favourite bands it is all about the music to me,if I only had an old radiogram I would still enjoy the experience of sitting listening to the tunes.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Ian, thank you for watching. My Dad had a Grundig Radiogram I remember it very well. Phil :)

[@hajosteffen1793]

A real great video... I totally agree to 99.5% , perhaps while we´re same aged. I used the "random" button very seldom. Maybe I prefer a little bit more the CD format as it has the "skip" button: It is not always necessary to hear the drum solo every time ;-) Have a good start into `23!

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi, thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts. Wishing you a great 2023 as well. Phil

[@keekatb4now]

Have you ever thought about doing a series on bootlegs recordings of your favourite artists. Do you collect boots?

[@jasonladd6400]

Interesting the cost of albums. Was 3.99 for top 40 at Woolies in 82. 90s CD they rammed it up. I remember to buy The Wall on cd in 96 was £40 in HMV. That's why these bazzas have mansions.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Jason, thank you for watching. I remember that period when CD prices were totally bonkers! Phil

[@mondoenterprises6710]

When they remastered cds to the sound of Mp3 earbuds is when cds became a problem and it is very upsetting what the suits did to the cd sound.

[@EddieJazzFan]

Humidity is the bane of record collectors. There is nothing worse than seeing one of your prized LPs start to have a bit of mold/mildew on the jacket. I gave in and bought a huge de-humidifier for my record room. Probably cost a lot for the electricity but it it's worth it to me.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi Eddie, thank you for watching. I feel your pain. I live by the sea in Cornwall and the humidity is always around 60 so I use de-Humidifiers as well. Phil

[@CBT5777]

I wish I could get my hands on the "Triumph" diamond collection cd box set. There's one on discogs for a thousand dollars, but I can't see spending that much for it.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

I would love that as well - Phil

[@d.nakamura9579]

Wow and flutter - a thing of the past

[@pourlefun]

It eventually happens, but it takes so long for Bandcamp to get a mention in videos like this!

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Hi, thank you for watching. I will be mentioning Bandcamp a lot more in 2023. Phil

[@azlanrazif]

Hi, came here following your APP Pyramid box unboxing, a year later. I agree with you, however, my enthusiasm has dampened since I discovered that some of my older--particularly the bronze--CDs had deteriorated. I now hesitate to buy.

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

That has not happened to me, sorry to hear that.

[@benstreet8945]

I just bought a Vinterland CD for $246 on Discogs the other day

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Well done 👍

[@vbassone]

Pete Pardo is VERYYYY opinionated and not the best informed in terms of musical taste and facts etc quite often. He is not necessarily any kind of voice of reason. Many of us; musicians, music fans in general, still buy physical music media, so he isn't breaking any new ground commenting on WHY he still buys cd's etc. This is obvious to many music fans still. I'd rather watch you Phil. You verbalize your views and opinions like a gentleman, and like a friend we can trust. I GREATLY appreciate this about you. Thanks!

[@NowSpinningMagazine]

Thank you for watching and for your very kind words about my style and what I try and do here. Pete has a huge channel and is very popular and many people have suggested I reach out to him to try and collaborate. I saw his video and thought I would like to do my own take on it which I did, and I think it turned out very different and it has gone down well. I did reach out to Pete several times and even tagged him in this out of respect for the original inspiration. I have never had any reply I imagine because he is so busy. A friend got in touch with him about me being a guest on his show and shared his reply (I don’t think that will be happening anytime soon). I am a very small channel next to his and the amount of videos he produces is amazing. I am In a pivotal point in how I take this channel and Now Spinning Magazine forward and your comment is very important to me. Phil

[@vbassone]

@@NowSpinningMagazine Phil, you don't need Pete Pardo! You are doing VERY well all on your own. You don't need to be a guest on his channel. Because you are such a gentleman, and I believe you are more well informed and have better taste than Mr. Pardo, your channel will continue to grow and grow. Thanks for all you do my friend! Vince Guarna, Bassist/Composer/NYC.