Book description
For the first time, he offers an in-depth look at how he came to understand his adoption, survive sexual abuse, and overcome heroin addiction. The book creates a vibrantly-written portrait of the jazz world in New York in the late 1980s and early 1990s, showing how a generation of musicians met and sparked off one another to take the music in new directions. The atmosphere of the clubs, the creative scene in Manhattan and Brooklyn, and Brad's early experiences of touring are brilliantly brought to life. The formation of the "Mood Swing" quartet with Joshua Redman is described, as is the growth of Brad's own groups, leading to his acclaimed Art of the Trio series of recordings with bassist Larry Grenadier and drummer Jorge Rossy. The trio's later life with Jeff Ballard joining in place of Rossy; Brad's solo ventures; and his explorations of other areas of music, are also covered. There is no holding back when it comes to Brad's period of heroin addiction - his painful personal decline and ultimate redemption make for compelling and often distressing reading. Yet throughout the book, his own reading and listening are a constant frame of reference and often inspiration, from the works of James Joyce and Thomas Mann to the sounds of Prog rock and Bob Dylan, not to mention critics from Harold Bloom to Terry Eagleton. The book can be read as a bildungsroman, but this coming-of-age is no novel, it is vividly lived personal experience.
Tootsie Killer
The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Crazy Eights
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful feature. Sharing is caring! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Jester
ListenBook's commitment to user experience shines through its thoughtful design and seamless functionality. Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings.
High Beam
ListenBook's intuitive interface and quick controls make it a pleasure to navigate through audiobooks. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Show Off
Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fun way to personalize the listening experience. Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app. Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Lumberyard
This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
Succubus In Training
ποΈπ§ Escaping to paradise with a beach read β this app is my vacation in audio form! ποΈπ Download options are versatile, making it easy to get audiobooks from various sources. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Fuzzy Logic Hottie
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. π Making each day a new chapter β this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! ππ π§ Immerse yourself in stories effortlessly β this app's functionality is the gateway to endless audiobook adventures. ππ The auto-rewind feature after interruptions is a small thing that makes a big difference. Bookmarks have become my study companion. I can easily revisit important passages in my audiobooks.
Universe Bullet
This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge β talk about efficiency! This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. No more interruptions β the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening. My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features.
ChatterChampion
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge β talk about efficiency! I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better. ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise. The app's seamless integration with Apple Watch makes it my perfect workout companion.
Lady Fantastic
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Universe Bullet
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its user-friendly interface and smooth playback. Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. I love the auto-bookmark feature. It saves my place automatically. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Lucky Brandy
Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features redefine audiobook joy. π±π The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playbackβit's all up to me!
Jelly Camber
πΆπ Setting the mood with stories instead of songs β this app is my go-to playlist! π§π πΆββοΈπ§ Walking and listening has never been this smooth β this app's user-friendly interface makes it a breeze to enjoy my favorite stories. ποΈπ Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options.
Tall Honey
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve found. The interface is clean and easy to use.
Moon Solitaire
π©βπ³ Cooking up a storm while enjoying thrilling stories β this app adds flavor to my meals! π³π§ The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption.
Scare Stone
Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app! ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Troubadour
The app's design is sleek and modern β it's a pleasure to navigate. I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's design is a true winner. Elegant design and user-friendly interface. Love it! The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
Valley Guardian
This app has reignited my passion for literature β I'm devouring books like never before. Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. ππ I'm blown away by the app's performance. It's fast, reliable, and tailored for audiobook lovers. Playback speed and volume controls are fantastic.
Intimidating Presence
ListenBook has taken my listening pleasure to new heights β it's a true audio marvel. This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable. Bravo to the creators of this app β they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design are a win. ππ ListenBook has redefined how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an essential tool for my literary pursuits.
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