Book description
The fascinating story behind the making of Bruce Springsteen's most surprising album, Nebraska, revealing its pivotal role in Springsteen's career "Brilliant reading . . . For fans of American music, Deliver Me from Nowhere makes a great ghost story."--The Boston Globe Without Nebraska, Bruce Springsteen might not be who he is today. The natural follow-up to Springsteen's hugely successful album The River should have been the hit-packed Born in the U.S.A. But instead, in 1982, he came out with an album consisting of a series of dark songs he had recorded by himself, for himself. But more than forty years later, Nebraska is arguably Springsteen's most important record--the lasting clue to understanding not just his career as an artist and the vision behind it, but also the man himself. Nebraska is rough and unfinished, recorded on cassette tape with a simple four-track recorder by Springsteen, alone in his bedroom, just as the digital future was announcing itself. And yet Springsteen now considers it his best album. Nebraska expressed a turmoil that was reflective of the mood of the country, but it was also a symptom of trouble in the artist's life, the beginnings of a mental breakdown that Springsteen would only talk about openly decades after the album's release. Warren Zanes spoke to many people involved with making Nebraska, including Bruce Springsteen himself. He also interviewed more than a dozen celebrated artists and musical insiders, from Rosanne Cash to Steven Van Zandt, about their reactions to the album. Zanes interweaves these conversations with inquiries into the myriad cultural touchpoints, including Terrence Malick's Badlands and the short stories of Flannery O'Conner, that influenced Springsteen as he was writing the album's haunting songs. The result is a textured and revelatory account of not only a crucial moment in the career of an icon but also a record that upended all expectations and predicted a home-recording revolution.
Mule Skinner
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true for those epic tales. It's like having a personal audiobook library in your pocket. Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze.
Boo
ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
DZE
The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks. The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me.
Celtic Charger
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Rusty Vortex
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Brick Mooch
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Speedwell
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BuffFreak
I can finally tackle my reading list while stuck in traffic β what a win! Bookmarks are a lifesaver for audiobook lovers. They help me keep track of important moments. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library. The app is well-designed and user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a joy. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
Despair
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Venom Petunia
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Girl Brownie
ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. Audiobook multitasking made easy β this app's functionality is a marvel. The app's compatibility with CarPlay adds an extra layer of convenience, especially during road trips.
Kawaii Red
The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly.
Black Walnut
Listening to audiobooks while cooking has made meal prep much more enjoyable. No more straining my eyes β this app lets me 'read' with my ears! ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy. The app's performance is remarkable β it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use.
Thrasher
The narrators on this app are truly talented β they bring characters to life. This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable. π§ This app has changed my reading game! Now I can 'read' while I work β genius! ππΌ
Paris Boost
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Taffy Duchess
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true blessing for enjoying clear audio even in noisy environments. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive.
Flint
I used to struggle to find time for books β now, I listen while doing chores! πΌ Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background β love it! π»π§ πΆπ Tuning in to the symphony of stories β audiobooks are the soundtrack of my daily routines. π΅π Navigating audiobooks with ease β this app's design is user-centric. ListenBook Pro has taken my audiobook experience to the next level. No regrets!
Fire Queen
The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly. My house has never been cleaner! I kept finding chores to do just to keep listening. The narrator's energy matched the tone of the book perfectly.
Find It Girl
With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. Efficiency meets audiobooks β this app's functionality is a true triumph. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
xFRST
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition β I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. Audiobooks have become my companions during long hours of household chores. ListenBook's dedication to delivering an exceptional experience is evident in every detail.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience