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Why Gen Z Is Dusting Off Turntables: The Vinyl Revival That Defies the Streaming Age
Gen Z is driving a vinyl revival despite streaming dominance. Discover why young buyers embrace records in the digital age.
Why Vinyl Keeps Coming Back: The Science, History, and Revival of Analog Sound
Vinyl records have grown for 16 consecutive years despite being declared dead. Explore the science, history, and revival of analog sound.
The Listening Notes Template: Your Secret Weapon for Better Music Journaling
A listening notes template helps you journal your music sessions consistently. Learn what to include and how What's Spinning makes it easy.
Now Playing API for Vinyl Enthusiasts and Podcasters
Learn about vinyl now playing API with What's Spinning, the vinyl record collection tracker and now-playing app.
Auto-Detect Your Shelf Layout with QR Code Scanning
Learn about QR code shelf scanning with What's Spinning, the vinyl record collection tracker and now-playing app.
Features Every Vinyl Collection App Should Have
Learn about vinyl app features with What's Spinning, the vinyl record collection tracker and now-playing app.
Is a Record Cleaning Machine Worth the Investment
Learn about record cleaning machine worth it with What's Spinning, the vinyl record collection tracker and now-playing app.
New Vinyl vs Used Vinyl: Which Is Worth the Money? (Buyer's Guide)
New vinyl vs used vinyl: new records cost $25-40 with better sound, used cost $5-15 but carry sleeve and surface risk. Compare condition, price, sound quality, and which to buy in 2026.
Organize Your Records by Genre, Color, or Artist
Learn about vinyl organization methods with What's Spinning, the vinyl record collection tracker and now-playing app.
Set Up a Bluetooth Turntable with Your Speakers
Learn about bluetooth turntable setup with What's Spinning, the vinyl record collection tracker and now-playing app.
How to Clean Vinyl Records Before Your First Play
Learn about how to clean vinyl records with What's Spinning, the vinyl record collection tracker and now-playing app.
Record Store Hauls Log Themselves When Your Turntable Does the Work
With What's Spinning, logging a record store haul is as simple as playing your new records. No app, no check-in, just spin and go.
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