Book description
As the 1970s gave way to the 80s, New York's party scene entered a ferociously inventive period characterized by its creativity, intensity, and hybridity. Life and Death on the New York Dance Floor chronicles this tumultuous time, charting the sonic and social eruptions that took place in the city's subterranean party venues as well as the way they cultivated breakthrough movements in art, performance, video, and film. Interviewing DJs, party hosts, producers, musicians, artists, and dancers, Tim Lawrence illustrates how the relatively discrete post-disco, post-punk, and hip hop scenes became marked by their level of plurality, interaction, and convergence. He also explains how the shifting urban landscape of New York supported the cultural renaissance before gentrification, Reaganomics, corporate intrusion, and the spread of AIDS brought this gritty and protean time and place in American culture to a troubled denouement.
Spellbinder
Efficiency meets audiobooks โ this app's functionality is a true triumph. ListenBook's extensive format support makes it the ultimate audiobook app for any audiobook lover. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
King Panther
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Poppin Loot
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EchoEmissary
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Father Abbot
Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks and this narrator is now in my top 5. Their timing and inflection were masterful. Never a dull moment in the entire performance.
Mercury Reborn
ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. ๐ฑ Carrying my library in my pocket โ this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! ๐๐ Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature!
Sassy Muffin
I'm addicted to this app โ it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is a game-changer for my on-the-go listening. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the love of literature. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fineโgood narration, decent storyโbut it didnโt leave a lasting impression. If youโre looking for something low-commitment, this works.
Houston
ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session. Noise reduction and tone changing enhance the listening experience. Love it! ListenBookโs bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Pepper
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey.
Lady Q
ListenBook Pro offers an unbeatable deal โ unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction. Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app. The app is perfect for bedtime listening. The sleep timer is a must-have. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldnโt stop listening.
RealmRanger
With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. The app's versatility in audio downloading is unmatched. It's a comprehensive solution for my audiobook needs.
Lounge Master
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. ๐ Rekindling my love for stories โ this app's accessibility has reignited my passion! ๐๐
Fire Bite
Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable. This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool. The app's performance is nothing short of impressive โ smooth, responsive, and designed with audiobook lovers in mind.
Shady Prairie
Audiobooks have made long flights feel like a breeze โ a true travel essential. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic.
EchoExplorer
I'm amazed by ListenBook's smooth drag-and-drop downloads in my web browser โ a time-saver! ListenBook has become my gateway to new worlds, allowing me to explore stories, ideas, and knowledge. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Pyscho Hun
This app's convenience has made my downtime more rewarding and enriching. Audiobook lovers, meet your new best friend! This app's smooth playback and easy organization have transformed my reading experience. ๐๐ง Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story! Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves! I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Midnight Rambler
Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed. The app is so well-designed. Itโs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Fuzzy Claws
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze.
Venious
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Thunder Tank
Mood-based playlists help me choose books that suit my current state of mind. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
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