Book description
'If you want to know anything about how music surfaces today, how to find it, or how to create it, you will find what you need right here. ' Joseph Menn, Washington Post writerFor the first time in history, almost every song ever recorded is available instantly. Everywhere. You Have Not Yet Heard Your Favourite Song This book charts what music's dazzling digital revolution really means for fans and artists.As a former data guru at the world's biggest streaming service, Spotify, Glenn McDonald reveals: What the tech giants know about youHow they serve up your next songWhether fans can cheat the algorithm Whether jazz is dead and ASMR is the new punkYour chances of becoming a rock starHaving analysed the streams of 500 million people, McDonald explores what the data tells us about music and about ourselves, from the secrets of russel ter in Norway to Christmas in the Philippines. Statistically, you have not yet heard your lifetime's favourite song. This book will take you on a voyage of discovery through music's fast-flowing new waters.10 bonus playlists of wonder included About the AuthorGlenn McDonald is expertly placed to provide a comprehensive picture of the global music industry in the 2020s.Growing up in 198Os and 1990s America, he was an obsessive collector of physical music - CDs and vinyl albums. But he soon realised the revolutionary power of digital media to make songs more widely accessible.He started doing data work at the US music-intelligence startup The Echo Nest. The Echo Nest was soon acquired by Spotify, where he became its 'Data Alchemist.' His website Every Noise at Once (everynoise.com) is an unprecedented computational map of the world's music genres.Reviews"If you want to know anything about how music surfaces today, how to find it, or how to create it, you will find what you need right here. And you will be highly entertained and amused in the process." - Joseph Menn, Washington Post staff writer and author of All the Rave: The Rise and Fall of Shawn Fanning's Napster."We used to sell CDs by the weight of pallets, thanks to streaming we know how our content is consumed. In this immersive book, Glenn has demonstrated what we can do with this knowledge, so other industries facing their Napster Moment can learn from his unrivalled first mover advantage" - Will Page, author of Pivot and former Chief Economist of Spotify"I'd say that reading this book is the next best thing to having an in-depth, impassioned, hours-long fika with Glenn McDonald about music and culture and all of the most burning topics of our time... but, I'd be lying. It's even better. This book is a true behind-the-scenes examination of our culture and our industry from the perspective of someone who was in the thick of it from the beginning. It's a history of the streaming era, written by someone who made history in the streaming era." Meg Tarquinio, PhD, Spotify/Twitch/Nettwerk Music Group
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Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality to a new level. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app is packed with useful features. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Sexy
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Slug-em-dog
Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is remarkable. ListenBook has completely transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The chapter navigation is seamless, and the statistics feature is a fun way to track my listening progress. The app is stable, fast, and incredibly user-friendly. Five stars!
NoiseFire
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. 🏡 Cleaning the house with an audiobook in the background – talk about productivity! 🧼📖 Audiobooks on demand? Yes, please! With this app's robust features, I'm always just a tap away from immersing myself in captivating narratives. 📚📱 A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Trick Baron
The app's compatibility with various devices ensures I never miss a moment of my book. Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. I'm hooked on this app's ability to make every moment a reading moment. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Cabbie
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Red Woman
Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is a true gift. ListenBook's player features, like chapters and bookmarks, make it a versatile tool for any listener. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and this one stands out for its professional quality. The narrator struck the ideal balance between dramatic interpretation and letting the text speak for itself. The audio engineering was superb with consistent volume levels and crystal-clear recording.
Wanted Candy
Being able to download audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. With ListenBook, I can finally enjoy my audiobooks without worrying about format compatibility. It handles everything! Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections.
Hemlock
This app has reignited my passion for literature – I'm devouring books like never before. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. 🎧 This app has changed my reading game! Now I can 'read' while I work – genius! 📚💼 With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. 📚🎧 ListenBook's interface is so intuitive. I was up and running in no time.
Eye Devil
I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn even the most mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for learning. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like my personal audiobook oasis. The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks.
Nutmeg
I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. I can easily jump to the parts I want to listen to. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
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Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's functionality is a standout. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Day Hawk
It's like having a personal library that fits in my pocket – truly amazing! I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates into my life, enhancing every moment with stories. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If you’re looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
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Legacy
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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