Book description
The definitive history of 21st century indie rock--from Iron & Wine and Death Cab for Cutie to Phoebe Bridgers and St. Vincent--and how the genre shifted the musical landscape and shaped a generation Maybe you caught a few exhilarating seconds of "Teen Age Riot" on a nearby college radio station while scanning the FM dial in your parents' car. Maybe your friend invited you to a shabby local rock club and you ended up having a religious experience with Neutral Milk Hotel. Perhaps you were scandalized and tantalized upon sneaking Liz Phair's Exile in Guyville from an older sibling's CD collection, or you vowed to download every Radiohead song you could find on Limewire because they were the favorite band of the guy you had a major crush on. However you found your way into indie rock, once you were a listener, it felt like being part of a secret club of people who had discovered something special, something secret, something superior. In Such Great Heights, music journalist Chris DeVille brilliantly captures this cultural moment, from the early aughts and the height of indie rock, until the 2010s as streaming rocks the industry and changes music forever. DeVille covers the gamut of bands--like Arcade Fire, TV on the Radio, LCD Soundsystem, Haim, Pavement, and Imogen Heap--and in the vein of Chuck Klosterman's The Nineties, touches on staggering pop culture moments like sharing music recommendations via AOL Instant Messenger and the life-changing OC soundtrack. Nerdy, fun, and a time machine for millennials, Such Great Heights is about how subculture becomes pop culture, how capitalism consumes what's "cool," about who gets to define what's hip and how, and how an "underground" genre shaped our lives.
Back Bett
I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks. The app is perfect for people with busy schedules. I can listen on the go.
Sweetness
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The Happy Jock
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Bad Bunny
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DZE
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Wild Kitten
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Trouble Mittens
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its user-friendly interface and smooth playback. ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's thoughtful features, such as auto-rewind and chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our storytelling cravings. 🎉📚 Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level. Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch.
Mr. Thanksgiving
With ListenBook, I can effortlessly manage and organize my audiobook library. 🎧 This app has changed my reading game! Now I can 'read' while I work – genius! 📚💼 🌟 Embracing reading in the busiest of times – this app is my everyday escape! 📚🏃♀️ Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and broad compatibility ensure every story is a captivating ride. 🌌🎧
PixelPilgrim
I'm amazed by how this app effortlessly turns my daily routines into enjoyable learning sessions. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Unleashed
With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Knight Light
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. Love the silky-smooth playback and easy-to-use interface. ListenBook is the best!
Emerald Vine
Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible! What a delightful listening experience! The narrator's timing was impeccable, knowing exactly when to pause for effect or let the words flow. Their character voices were distinct yet natural - no over-the-top accents or distracting vocal tics. The audio quality was consistently excellent. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
Show Boat
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. Talk about convenience! This app's ease of use and support for multiple audio formats ensure that I can enjoy my favorite stories without any hassle. 📱🔊
SereneScribe
Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives. This app is my secret weapon for learning while I'm on the move. Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. The interface is sleek and modern. It’s a joy to use.
Tall Sally
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. Audiobooks on this app have made my daily walks a time of reflection and inspiration. Audiobooks on this app have turned my travels into explorations of new narratives.
Iron Butterfly
⭐️ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality – I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. 👏🎧 ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it an essential companion for my daily commutes and workouts. It's convenience at its finest! ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey.
MysticMingle
This app's user-friendly controls and sleek design have made audiobook listening a truly immersive journey. 🎧 This app is my saving grace! Now I can enjoy my beloved books while cooking up a storm! 📚🍳 ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket. I love how easy it is to download audiobooks with ListenBook. The app is incredibly convenient.
High Kingdom Warrior
ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
Fadey
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into any moment. 🧘♀️☕ Savoring moments of tranquility with a cup of tea and captivating tales! 🍵📖 I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
TrinitySoul
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. I'm amazed at how this app's features cater to audiobook enthusiasts' every need. The app's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a true companion for all occasions. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience. As someone who struggles to focus on audiobooks, this kept my attention the whole way through. The narrator's clear diction and expressive delivery were perfect.
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