Vinyl Record

Van Morrison - Now Playing

Van Morrison - Now Playing on LP vinyl. A 2024 record available from Kilmorna Collection in Listowel, Ireland.

LP · 2024

Available from Kilmorna Collection in Listowel.

Buyer notes: 2024 LP, currently available from the Kilmorna Collection vinyl shelf. Pay for pickup in Listowel, ship within Ireland from EUR 5.95 per record or outside Ireland from EUR 12.00 per record.

Now Playing gathers key Van Morrison cuts into a single, easy-to-live-with LP - ideal if you want the heart of the catalogue without committing to a stack of studio albums. Sequenced for flow, it moves from the wide‑open romance of “Sweet Thing” and the Belfast storytelling of “Cyprus Avenue” into the drift-and-glow of “Into The Mystic” and “Crazy Love.” It’s the side of Van that feels like late light through a window: restless, spiritual, and deeply melodic. Flip it over and you get the groove and grit: “Caravan” and “Moondance” bring the swing, while “Domino” keeps the tempo up and the chorus big. “Call Me Up In Dreamland” and “Blue Money” round things out with that lived-in blend of blues, soul, and rock that only he seems to land - equal parts pub-floor snap and back-porch reflection. A strong choice for a first Van record, or a handy one-disc refresher for longtime listeners.

Van Morrison’s best-known run set the template for a certain kind of rootsy, soul-tinted rock - poetic without being precious, rhythmic without losing intimacy. This compilation highlights that balance in a single sitting, making it a practical entry point and a satisfying “one record on the turntable” pick for evenings when you want classics that still feel alive.

This edition is presented as a 2024 compilation LP, made for quick, satisfying listening rather than deep cuts. If you’re comparing copies, check the jacket and labels for the “Now Playing” series branding and any limited-edition notes. Sonically and historically, it complements - rather than replaces - owning the original albums where these tracks first landed.

Warm, mid-forward classic rock with plenty of vocal texture, swingy rhythms, and a soulful low end. Expect a mix of intimate passages and full-band lift, built for relaxed, room-filling listening.

Recommended for: first-time Van Morrison buyers who want the essentials on one LP; classic rock listeners who also lean soul and R&B; weekend spins: cooking, company, and late-night listening; gift buyers after a safe, crowd-pleasing choice.

Is this a studio album or a compilation? It’s a compilation: a curated selection of well-known tracks presented for a smooth, start-to-finish LP listen. What kind of Van Morrison era does it focus on? It leans into his classic, widely loved material - mixing soulful rock, romantic balladry, and upbeat grooves. Is this a good first Van Morrison record to buy on vinyl? Yes - if you want a single LP that delivers familiar favourites. If you prefer full original context, you can add the key studio albums later.