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Why Vinyl Keeps Coming Back: The Science, History, and Revival of Analog Sound
May 09, 2026

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.

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The Listening Notes Template: Your Secret Weapon for Better Music Journaling
May 09, 2026

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.

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Free Vinyl Collection Template for Spreadsheets
May 09, 2026

Free Vinyl Collection Template for Spreadsheets

Learn about vinyl collection spreadsheet template with What's Spinning, the vinyl record collection tracker and now-playing app.

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Now Playing API for Vinyl Enthusiasts and Podcasters
May 08, 2026

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.

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Auto-Detect Your Shelf Layout with QR Code Scanning
May 08, 2026

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.

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Features Every Vinyl Collection App Should Have
May 08, 2026

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.

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Is a Record Cleaning Machine Worth the Investment
May 07, 2026

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.

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New Vinyl vs Used Vinyl: What You Get for Your Money
May 07, 2026

New Vinyl vs Used Vinyl: What You Get for Your Money

Learn about new vinyl vs used vinyl with What's Spinning, the vinyl record collection tracker and now-playing app.

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Organize Your Records by Genre, Color, or Artist
May 06, 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.

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Set Up a Bluetooth Turntable with Your Speakers
May 06, 2026

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.

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How to Clean Vinyl Records Before Your First Play
May 06, 2026

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.

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Record Store Hauls Log Themselves When Your Turntable Does the Work
May 05, 2026

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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