Book description
"It's your soul playing with the rhythm,flying around in the beats." — DJ Q-Bert They are music's vanguard. The reshape today's sounds — house, techno, hip-hop, rock — direct our feet on the floor, and influence the way music is represented in our culture. "Don't look at the turntable as just this mechanism that you play records on. Apply yourself to it as if it were an instrument, and you can express yourself through the turntable." — Rob Swift, The X-ecutioners From the rapid-fire editing of MTV videos, to underground parties and world-famous clubs, DJs have altered the course of music and video, moved into new media, and turned our generation on its ear — literally. Meet these creative artists — many of them celebrities in their own right — who line up the most infectious beats, mix and program them, and make us dance talk and think about music — and the world — in entirely different ways. "We like to mix it all up and have a good time, a bit of a laugh." — Ben Dubuisson, Purple Penguin Discover how they select their gear and choose tunes — and pick up tips on how to mix.
Electric Player
The ListenBook app is a must-have for anyone who loves to learn and be entertained through audiobooks. 👩🍳 Turning cooking sessions into culinary adventures, complete with intriguing tales! 🍳🎧
Swampmasher
The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
Genghis Glyph
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. The app's support for different audio formats is like a dream come true for audiophiles.
Lumberyard
ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight. This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic.
Flashpoint
I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch. I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Kazami of Truth
I'm blown away by the range of non-fiction audiobooks available – so much to learn! ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative.
Hoover Spark
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's design focuses on seamless interaction. Audiobook immersion without complications – this app's ease of use is commendable. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments.
Bleachers
🚶♀️📖 Exploring stories as I stroll – audiobooks have turned my walks into inspiring journeys of imagination. 🏞️🎧 🏃♂️📚 Running through chapters has never been smoother – the app's streamlined functionality keeps me on track with my reading goals. 🏃♂️🎧 Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps. The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more!
Troubled Chick
This app's ease of use has made reading more accessible and enjoyable than ever before. Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content.
Mr. Lucky
🏃♂️📚 Combining fitness and fiction – this app keeps me motivated during workouts with its engaging stories! 🏃♂️📖 📱 A world of books at my fingertips – this app's user-friendly design makes it a true reading companion. 📚📱
Fadey
ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. Makes listening to audiobooks easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
MindfulMingle
I can't stop raving about this app – it's like having a personal library in my pocket. This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. 💼 Juggling tasks while exploring narratives – this app is my multitasking hero! 💻📖 The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
Bombay Shivers
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life – it's a unique experience. Library organization has never been this easy. My audiobook collection is finally tidy. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories. ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else.
RightN0w2
Kudos for the thoughtfully curated collections – I'm discovering hidden gems! 🎧 Immerse yourself in stories effortlessly – this app's functionality is the gateway to endless audiobook adventures. 📚🌟 ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver!
Video Game Heroine
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow.
Jade Fox
The app's performance is nothing short of impressive – smooth, responsive, and designed with audiobook lovers in mind. Downloading audio from network devices is a brilliant feature. It's incredibly convenient.
MindfulMingle
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that enhances my listening experience. It's these thoughtful touches that matter! Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very pleased. ListenBook is packed with useful features. It’s the best audiobook app I’ve used.
Pinball Esq
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 – it shows their dedication to excellence. ListenBook has become an integral part of my daily routine. Its compatibility with Apple Watch and CarPlay makes it the ultimate companion for various activities.
Miss Twilight
Audiobooks made accessible – this app's ease of use is a true blessing. What a fantastic listening experience! The narrator brought the characters to life with distinct voices and emotional depth. The pacing was perfect - not too fast to lose details, not too slow to become boring. I particularly appreciated how well the narrator conveyed the atmosphere of key scenes.
Digital Goddess
This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. 🎶 Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! 🎶📖 The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption. The app's attention to detail is commendable. It's evident in every feature. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
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