Book description
It's the summer of 1979. A fifteen-year-old boy listens to WNEW on the radio in his bedroom in Brooklyn. A monotone voice (it's the singer's) announces into dead air in between songs The Talking Heads have a new album, it's called Fear of Music - and everything spins outward from that one moment. Jonathan Lethem treats Fear of Music (the third album by the Talking Heads, and the first produced by Brian Eno) as a masterpiece - edgy, paranoid, funky, addictive, rhythmic, repetitive, spooky and fun. He scratches obsessively at the album's songs, guitars, rhythms, lyrics, packaging, downtown origins, and legacy, showing how Fear of Music hints at the directions (positive and negative) the band would take in the future. Lethem transports us again to the New York City of another time - tackling one of his great adolescent obsessions and illuminating the ways in which we fall in and out of love with works of art.
Green Ghost
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Junkyard Dog
Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks. The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Zero Charisma
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Wings
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Moxie
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Stud
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Stickers
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Cougar Fuzz
ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! With ListenBook Pro, I'm no longer limited by audiobook length. It's a liberating experience!
Friday Fox
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my life so much easier. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. A masterclass in audiobook narration! The performer maintained perfect consistency in character voices throughout while keeping the main narration clear and engaging. The production was flawless - no weird edits or background noise. I'll be seeking out more works by this narrator.
Sloth
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Spicy Thunder
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PixelPathfinder
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Mum Mary
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Hyper
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Flash
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. This app's customizable features, from playback speed to filters, are fantastic. Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is a true marvel. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories.
Toolmaker
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Jester
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Loot
Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Digital Moonshine
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. This app has made my downtime so much more productive and enjoyable. ListenBook's support for looping and shuffling playback adds versatility to my audiobook enjoyment. Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app.
NemesisX
With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. I can't get enough of this app β it's like having a personal library with me. Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
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