Steven Wilson Interview - “There’s progressive, and there’s PROG".

Steven Wilson Interview - “There’s progressive, and there’s PROG".

Author: Phil Aston March 9, 2026 Duration: 57:31

Steven Wilson joins me for an exclusive conversation following The Overview winning Now Spinning Magazine’s Album of the Year vote — and Phil’s Editor’s Choice.


Steven discusses how he writes with both stereo and immersive formats in mind, why spatial audio matters, and what fans can expect from his two special Royal Albert Hall shows featuring orchestra and choir. They also explore Steven’s philosophy around “imperfection” in recordings, why limitations can create magic, and how classic production techniques still shape his approach today.

A major focus of the conversation is Headphone Dust — Steven’s new high-resolution platform designed to preserve immersive audio beyond the limitations of physical formats, and to bridge the gap between low-res streaming and limited deluxe editions.


The discussion also touches on “prog vs progressive,” generational listening habits, and whether we’re living in a golden age of sound quality — but a fragile age of musical value.

Thank you - Phil


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