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Note: The authors receive royalties paid by the audiobook service provider for this free offer. If you do not want your audiobook to be in the podcast please send us an email to info@thebookvoice.com. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Chamber-Music-of-Mozart-Audiobook/B00DAGYYH6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Chamber Music of Mozart Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 80 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Nowhere is Mozart's maturity and mastery more apparent than in the chamber music he wrote during the last 10 years of his life. These 16 lectures take you deep inside the structure of Mozart's chamber masterworks to reveal his hand at work. This is an amazing opportunity to hear, study, and enjoy a selection of immortal musical compositions that Professor Greenberg calls "a blessing of inconceivable richness". You will learn the basic "language" that all 18th-century composers used to write Classical music. You'll also explore the subtleties of Mozart's technique as a composer: his ability to make art "artless" - music that is enormously complex and sophisticated but which sounds simple and effortless - and to know how and when to bend or break the rules of composition. Professor Greenberg teaches you about the three different "generic types" of chamber music that Mozart composed: string quartets, works for piano and another instrument or instruments, and combinations that employ neither a string quartet nor a piano. The centerpiece of these works, drawn primarily from Mozart's "golden years" in Vienna, 1781-1791, is the set of six Haydn string quartets that Mozart dedicated to his friend Joseph Haydn. With a delightful blend of music analysis and appreciation and biographical narration, Professor Greenberg paints a detailed and compelling portrait of Mozart as man who commanded seemingly superhuman musical ability but could be all too human. You'll come away with a solid grasp of Mozart's profound impact as a composer and an improved understanding of what it takes to compose great music. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (The Great Courses) Mon, 08 Jul 2013 03:29:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Chamber-Music-of-Mozart-Audiobook/B00DAGYYH6 thebookvoice.com 12:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Chamber Music of Mozart Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 80 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Nowhere is Mozart's maturity and mastery more apparent than in the chamber music he wrote during the last 10 years of his life. These 16 lectures take you deep inside the structure of Mozart's chamber masterworks to reveal his hand at work. This is an amazing opportunity to hear, study, and enjoy a selection of immortal musical compositions that Professor Greenberg calls "a blessing of inconceivable richness". You will learn the basic "language" that all 18th-century composers used to write Classical music. You'll also explore the subtleties of Mozart's technique as a composer: his ability to make art "artless" - music that is enormously complex and sophisticated but which sounds simple and effortless - and to know how and when to bend or break the rules of composition. Professor Greenberg teaches you about the three different "generic types" of chamber music that Mozart composed: string quartets, works for piano and another instrument or instruments, and combinations that employ neither a string quartet nor a piano. The centerpiece of these works, drawn primarily from Mozart's "golden years" in Vienna, 1781-1791, is the set of six Haydn string quartets that Mozart dedicated to his friend Joseph Haydn. With a delightful blend of music analysis and appreciation and biographical narration, Professor Greenberg paints a detailed and compelling portrait of Mozart as man who commanded seemingly superhuman musical ability but could be all too human. You'll come away with a solid grasp of Mozart's profound impact as a composer and an improved understanding of what it takes to compose great music. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Chamber Music of Mozart Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 80 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Nowhere is Mozart's maturity and mastery more apparent than in the chamber music he wrote during the last 10 years of his life. These 16 lectures take you deep inside the structure of Mozart's chamber masterworks to reveal his hand at work. This is an amazing opportunity to hear, study, and enjoy a selection of immortal musical compositions that Professor Greenberg calls "a blessing of inconceivable richness". You will learn the basic "language" that all 18th-century composers used to write Classical music. You'll also explore the subtleties of Mozart's technique as a composer: his ability to make art "artless" - music that is enormously complex and sophisticated but which sounds simple and effortless - and to know how and when to bend or break the rules of composition. Professor Greenberg teaches you about the three different "generic types" of chamber music that Mozart composed: string quartets, works for piano and another instrument or instruments, and combinations that employ neither a string quartet nor a piano. The centerpiece of these works, drawn primarily from Mozart's "golden years" in Vienna, 1781-1791, is the set of six Haydn string quartets that Mozart dedicated to his friend Joseph Haydn. With a delightful blend of music analysis and appreciation and biographical narration, Professor Greenberg paints a detailed and compelling portrait of Mozart as man who commanded seemingly superhuman musical ability but could be all too human. You'll come away with a solid grasp of Mozart's profound impact as a composer and an improved understanding of what it takes to compose great music. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Underrated table music ? Would you listen to The Chamber Music of Mozart again? Why? Until now I tended to overlook the chamber music in general or thought it was rather entertaining music. Absolutely not! Prof. Greeberg shows and explains it to be like a small shining diamods full of life, humour, both of amusement and intelectual pleasure too. I cant't recommend it more ... Down the rabbit hole with Dr. G! Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Down the rabbit hole with Dr. G My first attempt to break into the world of really enjoying music came when my husband bought. The Concert Masterworks. Until then, I knew my favorite music was Bachs and Mozart came second and Beethoven and Vivaldi and Teleman were in there somewhere. I was pretty much a Baroque girl. When I listened to the first two lectures, I realized I was missing a lot. So, I got the How to Listen and Understand Great Music. Loved it. Listened until I got to the Classical Period and went back and did Bach and the High Baroque. Then on with the Classical Period--which I have not finished yet because I did Great Masters: Mozart and am about to start The Concerto. And then, either The Chamber Music of Mozart or The Symphony. I am enjoying Dr. Greenbergs expertise and attitude so much that I keep diving down new rabbit holes! Greenberg and Mozart a match made in heaven What did you love best about The Chamber Music of Mozart? Mozart is great. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Mozart-El-Nino-Prodigo-Audiobook/B002V5D9PA Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> Título: Mozart, El Nino Prodigo Subtitular: Una Historia Contada (Texto Completo) [Mozart, The Boy Prodigy ] Autor: Yoyo USA, Inc Narrador: Yoyo USA, Inc Formato: Unabridged Duración: 56 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 10-19-07 Editor: Yoyo USA, Inc Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 32 votos Categorías: Arts & Entertainment, Music Resumen del editor: The daily life of Mozart, who at the age of five was playing in front of kings and composing symphonies, is the subject of this dramatization. Note: This is audiobook is in Spanish. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Yoyo USA) Fri, 19 Oct 2007 05:52:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Mozart-El-Nino-Prodigo-Audiobook/B002V5D9PA thebookvoice.com 00:56:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> Título: Mozart, El Nino Prodigo Subtitular: Una Historia Contada (Texto Completo) [Mozart, The Boy Prodigy ] Autor: Yoyo USA, Inc Narrador: Yoyo USA, Inc Formato: Unabridged Duración: 56 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 10-19-07 Editor: Yoyo USA, Inc Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 32 votos Categorías: Arts & Entertainment, Music Resumen del editor: The daily life of Mozart, who at the age of five was playing in front of kings and composing symphonies, is the subject of this dramatization. Note: This is audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> Título: Mozart, El Nino Prodigo Subtitular: Una Historia Contada (Texto Completo) [Mozart, The Boy Prodigy ] Autor: Yoyo USA, Inc Narrador: Yoyo USA, Inc Formato: Unabridged Duración: 56 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 10-19-07 Editor: Yoyo USA, Inc Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 32 votos Categorías: Arts & Entertainment, Music Resumen del editor: The daily life of Mozart, who at the age of five was playing in front of kings and composing symphonies, is the subject of this dramatization. Note: This is audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: Dinero bien invertido Muy bien combinada la música con la historia. Compre el audiolibro para escuchar con mi hija, y así disfrutando de un cuento escuchó música de Mozart, aprendió detalles de su vida, el nombre de sus padres, donde nació y cómo fue enterrado. Es muy instructivo y ameno, dulce y triste. no clue what they are saying one day I will learn what they said I promise until that day.. great book to learn some words of Spanish through a story like this. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Spree-of-83-Audiobook/B0731RMTK4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Spree of '83 Author: Freddy Powers, Catherine Powers, Jake Brown, Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson Narrator: Andi Arndt, Carrington MacDuffie, Donald Corren, Eric Dove, John McLain, Rebecca Gibel, L. J. Ganser Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Los Angeles Times affectionately referred to Freddy Powers as the "Ol Blue Eyes' of Country Music" and wrote that if you were to "ask country superstars Willie Nelson, George Jones or Merle Haggard (they'll)...tell you that he's one of country music's best-kept secrets". The Texas Country Music Hall of Fame inductee has been to the top of the charts as both a producer for Willie Nelson's Grammy-winning LP Over the Rainbow and a songwriter for many of country music legend Merle Haggard's number one hits. Now, for the first time, Freddy recounts the entertaining and emotional stories behind his decades-long roller-coaster ride through the music business, his voyage to the top of the charts, and his inspiring battle against Parkinson's disease. Helping Freddy tell his story are exclusive interviews from fellow country music legends Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, John Rich, Tanya Tucker, and The Voice finalist and Powers' protégé Mary Sarah along with a host of other Nashville luminaries. Full cast of narrators includes Marguerite Gavin, Mark Bramhall, Renée Raudman, Lloyd James, Tanya Tucker, and Traber Burns. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Freddy Powers) Sat, 01 Jul 2017 19:12:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Spree-of-83-Audiobook/B0731RMTK4 thebookvoice.com 09:12:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Spree of '83 Author: Freddy Powers, Catherine Powers, Jake Brown, Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson Narrator: Andi Arndt, Carrington MacDuffie, Donald Corren, Eric Dove, John McLain, Rebecca Gibel, L. J. Ganser Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Los Angeles Times affectionately referred to Freddy Powers as the "Ol Blue Eyes' of Country Music" and wrote that if you were to "ask country superstars Willie Nelson, George Jones or Merle Haggard (they'll)...tell you that he's one of country music's best-kept secrets". The Texas Country Music Hall of Fame inductee has been to the top of the charts as both a producer for Willie Nelson's Grammy-winning LP Over the Rainbow and a songwriter for many of country music legend Merle Haggard's number one hits. Now, for the first time, Freddy recounts the entertaining and emotional stories behind his decades-long roller-coaster ride through the music business, his voyage to the top of the charts, and his inspiring battle against Parkinson's disease. Helping Freddy tell his story are exclusive interviews from fellow country music legends Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, John Rich, Tanya Tucker, and The Voice finalist and Powers' protégé Mary Sarah along with a host of other Nashville luminaries. Full cast of narrators includes Marguerite Gavin, Mark Bramhall, Renée Raudman, Lloyd James, Tanya Tucker, and Traber Burns. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Spree of '83 Author: Freddy Powers, Catherine Powers, Jake Brown, Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson Narrator: Andi Arndt, Carrington MacDuffie, Donald Corren, Eric Dove, John McLain, Rebecca Gibel, L. J. Ganser Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Los Angeles Times affectionately referred to Freddy Powers as the "Ol Blue Eyes' of Country Music" and wrote that if you were to "ask country superstars Willie Nelson, George Jones or Merle Haggard (they'll)...tell you that he's one of country music's best-kept secrets". The Texas Country Music Hall of Fame inductee has been to the top of the charts as both a producer for Willie Nelson's Grammy-winning LP Over the Rainbow and a songwriter for many of country music legend Merle Haggard's number one hits. Now, for the first time, Freddy recounts the entertaining and emotional stories behind his decades-long roller-coaster ride through the music business, his voyage to the top of the charts, and his inspiring battle against Parkinson's disease. Helping Freddy tell his story are exclusive interviews from fellow country music legends Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, John Rich, Tanya Tucker, and The Voice finalist and Powers' protégé Mary Sarah along with a host of other Nashville luminaries. Full cast of narrators includes Marguerite Gavin, Mark Bramhall, Renée Raudman, Lloyd James, Tanya Tucker, and Traber Burns. Members Reviews: A Life Well-Lived; A Man Well-Loved If you think you're a big ole country music fan and haven't read this book, you don't qualify...yet. I only met Freddy Powers once but the deep-into-the-soul look he gave me stays clear as his blue eyes, right to this day. Though Parkinson's took first his hands and then his voice, I'm convinced he was writing songs in his mind when I interrupted him. Until this book captured the whole story, I figured Catherine couldn't possibly be the 24/7 better half of Freddy that she seemed to be. But yeah, she was and is the real deal. There are stories about Merle and Willie and a cast of characters that only Freddy Powers could attract. After it's all said and done, country music would never have been the same without him. He would moon us all right now if he could. The History! The Music! The Laughter! We Loved It! My husband and I both read this. We loved it! We felt like we were along on the wild ride of Freddy Powers' life! Ah, the history from when he was growing up. We were literally rolling on the floor laughing throughout! Reading the different perspectives and stories from various people, many of them famous, was extraordinary! As a fan of Merle Haggard I became a great fan of Freddy's As a fan of Merle Haggard I became a great fan of Freddy's....this book is an awesome read I have re-read it a couple of times already and will read again..it shows what true love really is... Catherine is a true Angel...I highly recommend reading the book Great read. Can't put this book down, great stories about great people who left a mark in music history, they don't make them like this anymore. Five Stars This is a great book. It was well written and a great insight into the life of Freddy Powers. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Iggy-Pop-Audiobook/B002V0QTM0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Iggy Pop Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 22 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Iggy Pop. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: How did a preppy teenager from Ypsilanti named James Osterberg, Jr., turn into Iggy Pop? In this excerpt from the Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock, radio rock journalist Alan Cross gives us the concise history of Iggy Pop's career. With a dry wit and a clear attachment to the subject, Cross leads listeners from Iggy Pop's wild debaucherous debut in Ann Arbor, to recording studios in France with David Bowie, to rock bottom and back again in this short profile of the rock icon. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Cross) Mon, 31 Aug 2009 12:48:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Iggy-Pop-Audiobook/B002V0QTM0 thebookvoice.com 00:22:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Iggy Pop Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 22 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Iggy Pop. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: How did a preppy teenager from Ypsilanti named James Osterberg, Jr., turn into Iggy Pop? In this excerpt from the Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock, radio rock journalist Alan Cross gives us the concise history of Iggy Pop's career. With a dry wit and a clear attachment to the subject, Cross leads listeners from Iggy Pop's wild debaucherous debut in Ann Arbor, to recording studios in France with David Bowie, to rock bottom and back again in this short profile of the rock icon. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Iggy Pop Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 22 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Iggy Pop. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: How did a preppy teenager from Ypsilanti named James Osterberg, Jr., turn into Iggy Pop? In this excerpt from the Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock, radio rock journalist Alan Cross gives us the concise history of Iggy Pop's career. With a dry wit and a clear attachment to the subject, Cross leads listeners from Iggy Pop's wild debaucherous debut in Ann Arbor, to recording studios in France with David Bowie, to rock bottom and back again in this short profile of the rock icon. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Play-as-You-Are-Audiobook/B016NE6YFG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Play as You Are Subtitle: A Collection of Essays - Picking a Drummer's Mind Author: Georg Beck Narrator: Georg Beck Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-15 Publisher: Georg Beck Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Play as You Are is an invitation to take a break from watching the YouTube drummer contests and reading the "get better fast" drumming websites, and direct the attention back to yourself for a moment. Making music and playing drums does not start at the tip of your drumstick, not even with the motion before you strike a drum. It really starts with the desire, actually with the compulsion, to make music and to play. Play as You Are is an open invitation to explore a different approach to playing music and a sharing of the author's experiences. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Georg Beck) Thu, 15 Oct 2015 21:31:14 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Play-as-You-Are-Audiobook/B016NE6YFG thebookvoice.com 01:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Play as You Are Subtitle: A Collection of Essays - Picking a Drummer's Mind Author: Georg Beck Narrator: Georg Beck Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-15 Publisher: Georg Beck Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Play as You Are is an invitation to take a break from watching the YouTube drummer contests and reading the "get better fast" drumming websites, and direct the attention back to yourself for a moment. Making music and playing drums does not start at the tip of your drumstick, not even with the motion before you strike a drum. It really starts with the desire, actually with the compulsion, to make music and to play. Play as You Are is an open invitation to explore a different approach to playing music and a sharing of the author's experiences. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Play as You Are Subtitle: A Collection of Essays - Picking a Drummer's Mind Author: Georg Beck Narrator: Georg Beck Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-15 Publisher: Georg Beck Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Play as You Are is an invitation to take a break from watching the YouTube drummer contests and reading the "get better fast" drumming websites, and direct the attention back to yourself for a moment. Making music and playing drums does not start at the tip of your drumstick, not even with the motion before you strike a drum. It really starts with the desire, actually with the compulsion, to make music and to play. Play as You Are is an open invitation to explore a different approach to playing music and a sharing of the author's experiences. Members Reviews: Great read for musicians I really enjoyed this book! Inspiring thoughts on honing our craft. Also, very grounded and honest perspective on what it takes to succeed as a drummer. spectacular book!!!!!!! aweome book helped to grasp a concept of exceptance of myself as a drummer and straight to the point i recomend to anyome who is missing the inner peace within there self https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Man-from-Muscle-Shoals-My-Journey-from-Shame-to-Fame-Audiobook/B016CAVS5M Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Man from Muscle Shoals: My Journey from Shame to Fame Author: Rick Hall Narrator: Rick Hall, Jeremy Arthur Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-15 Publisher: ListenUp Audiobooks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This is the story of legendary record producer Rick Hall and his historic role in the development of the world-famous "Muscle Shoals sound". Rick Hall made music history when he founded FAME Recording Studios, the first professional recording studio in the entire state of Alabama. After producing and engineering the area's first national hit on Arthur Alexander's Southern soul classic "You Better Move On", Rick went on to earn international fame and eventually a Grammy for a lifetime of achievements. In the days when Martin Luther King, Jr. was marching for freedom, Rick proved to be a civil rights pioneer through his music. His records helped introduce white audiences to the black music market and black audiences to the white music market. From the moment "You Better Move On" hit the charts, record executives literally flocked to Muscle Shoals for Rick to produce and engineer a mind-boggling array of major artists, from Aretha Franklin to Bobbie Gentry, from the Osmonds to Alabama. His astonishing production abilities were matched by his incredible versatility. Music fans, history buffs, and others delight to these fascinating tales of how Rick Hall launched the music careers of so many famous artists. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rick Hall) Thu, 08 Oct 2015 19:13:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Man-from-Muscle-Shoals-My-Journey-from-Shame-to-Fame-Audiobook/B016CAVS5M thebookvoice.com 11:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Man from Muscle Shoals: My Journey from Shame to Fame Author: Rick Hall Narrator: Rick Hall, Jeremy Arthur Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-15 Publisher: ListenUp Audiobooks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This is the story of legendary record producer Rick Hall and his historic role in the development of the world-famous "Muscle Shoals sound". Rick Hall made music history when he founded FAME Recording Studios, the first professional recording studio in the entire state of Alabama. After producing and engineering the area's first national hit on Arthur Alexander's Southern soul classic "You Better Move On", Rick went on to earn international fame and eventually a Grammy for a lifetime of achievements. In the days when Martin Luther King, Jr. was marching for freedom, Rick proved to be a civil rights pioneer through his music. His records helped introduce white audiences to the black music market and black audiences to the white music market. From the moment "You Better Move On" hit the charts, record executives literally flocked to Muscle Shoals for Rick to produce and engineer a mind-boggling array of major artists, from Aretha Franklin to Bobbie Gentry, from the Osmonds to Alabama. His astonishing production abilities were matched by his incredible versatility. Music fans, history buffs, and others delight to these fascinating tales of how Rick Hall launched the music careers of so many famous artists. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Man from Muscle Shoals: My Journey from Shame to Fame Author: Rick Hall Narrator: Rick Hall, Jeremy Arthur Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-15 Publisher: ListenUp Audiobooks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This is the story of legendary record producer Rick Hall and his historic role in the development of the world-famous "Muscle Shoals sound". Rick Hall made music history when he founded FAME Recording Studios, the first professional recording studio in the entire state of Alabama. After producing and engineering the area's first national hit on Arthur Alexander's Southern soul classic "You Better Move On", Rick went on to earn international fame and eventually a Grammy for a lifetime of achievements. In the days when Martin Luther King, Jr. was marching for freedom, Rick proved to be a civil rights pioneer through his music. His records helped introduce white audiences to the black music market and black audiences to the white music market. From the moment "You Better Move On" hit the charts, record executives literally flocked to Muscle Shoals for Rick to produce and engineer a mind-boggling array of major artists, from Aretha Franklin to Bobbie Gentry, from the Osmonds to Alabama. His astonishing production abilities were matched by his incredible versatility. Music fans, history buffs, and others delight to these fascinating tales of how Rick Hall launched the music careers of so many famous artists. Members Reviews: Wow! It is just amazing how many incredible songs were produced by Rick Hall and recorded at Fame Studio. I watched the Man from Muscle Shoals documentary when it was on Netflix and wanted to learn more about Rick Hall. His story is incredible - a true rags to riches story that influenced some of the greatest music in American history. Rick Hall reads the first chapter (I think it was actually recorded at Fame Studio, too). It was really neat to hear him read that part of his story, but the narrator for the rest of the book - Jeremy Arthur - was really great, too. I recommend this book to anyone who cares about music, the music industry, or just enjoys a good biography. What a Story! I read and listed to this book. The personal stories at the beginning of the book are gripping and raw. The stories of FAME Studio are so interesting! I enjoyed every minute. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Living-in-the-Woods-in-a-Tree-Audiobook/B07119LQRQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Living in the Woods in a Tree Subtitle: Remembering Blaze Foley Author: Sybil Rosen Narrator: Pam Ward Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Living in the Woods in a Tree is an intimate glimpse into the turbulent life of Texas music legend Blaze Foley (1949-1989), seen through the eyes of Sybil Rosen, the woman for whom he wrote his most widely known song, "If I Could Only Fly". It captures the exuberance of their fleeting idyll in a tree house in the Georgia woods during the countercultural 1970s. Rosen offers a firsthand witnessing of Foley's transformation from a reticent hippie musician to the enigmatic singer/songwriter who would live and die outside society's rules. In a work that is part memoir, part biography, Rosen struggles to finally come to terms with Foley's myth and her role in its creation. Her tracing of his impact on her life navigates a lovers' road map along the permeable boundary between life and death. A must-listen for all Blaze Foley and Texas music fans as well as romantics of all ages, Living in the Woods in a Tree is an honest and compassionate portrait of the troubled artist and his reluctant muse. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sybil Rosen) Tue, 16 May 2017 16:31:27 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Living-in-the-Woods-in-a-Tree-Audiobook/B07119LQRQ thebookvoice.com 09:27:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Living in the Woods in a Tree Subtitle: Remembering Blaze Foley Author: Sybil Rosen Narrator: Pam Ward Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Living in the Woods in a Tree is an intimate glimpse into the turbulent life of Texas music legend Blaze Foley (1949-1989), seen through the eyes of Sybil Rosen, the woman for whom he wrote his most widely known song, "If I Could Only Fly". It captures the exuberance of their fleeting idyll in a tree house in the Georgia woods during the countercultural 1970s. Rosen offers a firsthand witnessing of Foley's transformation from a reticent hippie musician to the enigmatic singer/songwriter who would live and die outside society's rules. In a work that is part memoir, part biography, Rosen struggles to finally come to terms with Foley's myth and her role in its creation. Her tracing of his impact on her life navigates a lovers' road map along the permeable boundary between life and death. A must-listen for all Blaze Foley and Texas music fans as well as romantics of all ages, Living in the Woods in a Tree is an honest and compassionate portrait of the troubled artist and his reluctant muse. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Living in the Woods in a Tree Subtitle: Remembering Blaze Foley Author: Sybil Rosen Narrator: Pam Ward Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Living in the Woods in a Tree is an intimate glimpse into the turbulent life of Texas music legend Blaze Foley (1949-1989), seen through the eyes of Sybil Rosen, the woman for whom he wrote his most widely known song, "If I Could Only Fly". It captures the exuberance of their fleeting idyll in a tree house in the Georgia woods during the countercultural 1970s. Rosen offers a firsthand witnessing of Foley's transformation from a reticent hippie musician to the enigmatic singer/songwriter who would live and die outside society's rules. In a work that is part memoir, part biography, Rosen struggles to finally come to terms with Foley's myth and her role in its creation. Her tracing of his impact on her life navigates a lovers' road map along the permeable boundary between life and death. A must-listen for all Blaze Foley and Texas music fans as well as romantics of all ages, Living in the Woods in a Tree is an honest and compassionate portrait of the troubled artist and his reluctant muse. Members Reviews: An outstanding document of life, love, and Art Thank you, Sybil, for these superlative insights into one of our favorite local heroes. I look forward your other work. Knowing Blaze Foley When Dep first came to Austin, Lindsey Horton brought him over to our house. A short while later Blaze brought Sybil over to meet us, and we all went swimming out at Paleface Park, (Blaze didn't swim). For all of the rest of his life he treated me as a King. Blaze loved my beautiful Jewish wife Joni. Blaze loved Joni because she reminded him of Sybil, and he admired the ability we had to get over our differences and stay together. I would go and hear Blaze play for years in Austin, and many times when the show was over; I would give him a ride to where ever he was staying at the time. I bought him the plane ticket to fly to New Orleans so that he could go with Lindsey to Mardi Gras. While they were waiting to fly home to Austin he wrote "If I could only Fly". I was with Balze at the house he was murdered in, just a few days before his death. Blaze was a friend of mine. I was blown away at how beautiful Sybil was, and was always very sorry that we had not gotten to spend more time with her, and yes she was the love of his life. After reading her book about Blaze, "Living in the Woods In a Tree", I feel that I have gotten to know them both in a very special way. Blaze did not talk about himself very often, and it was truly wonderful to read Sybil's story about her time with Dep. I believe that anyone who is in anyway a fan of Blaze Foley, should absolutely read this beautiful and clearly tragic story about Blaze and the woman he absolutely couldn't get over. A good biography, a great love story, a skillfully crafted combination of the two. You want to know more about this enigmatic troubadour? You want a happy, sad, fulfilling but unrequited love story? You want to dive into a very professional work of literature? You want a page turner? This is your book. A deft mixture of Ms. Rosen's personal experiences with Foley, built around what is known and what she remembers of his professional journey, makes this an intriguing read. It is a masterful picture of a time, an industry, a lifestyle, experiences, unintended consequences....all bound up and framed by a well structured text and exhaustive research. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-One-Audiobook/B007NKZH0S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The One Subtitle: The Life and Music of James Brown Author: R. J. Smith Narrator: Kevin R. Free Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 03-23-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 49 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Senior editor at L.A. Magazine RJ Smith saw his first book, The Great Black Way, win the coveted California Book Award. With The One, Smith profiles one of the 20th centurys most innovative musical icons, the Godfather of Soul himself, James Brown. Drawing on extensive research and captivating interviews, Smith chronicles Browns rise from abject poverty to the pinnacle of fame, while also detailing Browns work as a civil rights activist and entrepreneur. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (R. J. Smith) Fri, 23 Mar 2012 12:56:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-One-Audiobook/B007NKZH0S thebookvoice.com 14:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The One Subtitle: The Life and Music of James Brown Author: R. J. Smith Narrator: Kevin R. Free Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 03-23-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 49 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Senior editor at L.A. Magazine RJ Smith saw his first book, The Great Black Way, win the coveted California Book Award. With The One, Smith profiles one of the 20th centurys most innovative musical icons, the Godfather of Soul himself, James Brown. Drawing on extensive research and captivating interviews, Smith chronicles Browns rise from abject poverty to the pinnacle of fame, while also detailing Browns work as a civil rights activist and entrepreneur. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The One Subtitle: The Life and Music of James Brown Author: R. J. Smith Narrator: Kevin R. Free Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 03-23-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 49 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Senior editor at L.A. Magazine RJ Smith saw his first book, The Great Black Way, win the coveted California Book Award. With The One, Smith profiles one of the 20th centurys most innovative musical icons, the Godfather of Soul himself, James Brown. Drawing on extensive research and captivating interviews, Smith chronicles Browns rise from abject poverty to the pinnacle of fame, while also detailing Browns work as a civil rights activist and entrepreneur. Members Reviews: pitiable, lovable, despicable,understandable i've never been a hip-hop happening kind of a guy pencil-neck white-bread suburban kid is closer to the truth but james brown has fascinated me since i was a child his penetrating funky hot-blooded music was like no other but i sensed that there was more to the story than that r.j. smith's story and kevin free's narration brought it to life his horrible childhood invites pity / that he overcame it invites love the way he treated women and co-workers makes him seem despicable but at the end of this great book i felt i understood him as a person what makes the story profound is its' uniquely american foundation james brown never apologized for who he was or where he was from he just wanted respect and a spot at the table / he more than earned it Why he became the hardest working man in show biz. An illuminating look at how James Brown became an icon of the 60s, a musical pioneer, and an eccentric character frequently in trouble with the law. Complex, thorny, and very much a product of the time and place he was born into, James Brown became a musical revolutionary and a player in the civil rights movement despite a childhood of deprivation. This book is a welcome investigation into the life of a man who has still never gotten his due as a musician and band leader, and a man for whom success was never enough to erase the effects of a life lived as a poor African American in the early part of the 20th century. Well written, well read, and well worth the time it takes to listen. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Take-Another-Little-Piece-of-My-Heart-Audiobook/B00COTWFP8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Take Another Little Piece of My Heart Subtitle: A Groupie Grows Up Author: Pamela Des Barres Narrator: Pamela Des Barres Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Pamela Des Barres, celebrated queen of the groupies, chronicled her adventures with rock stars in her bestseller Im with the Band. This book picks up where that one left off, with Pamela embarking on marriage and motherhood, all the while sharing quarters and making friends with stars: Don Johnson, Steve Jones, Sylvester Stallone, Bob Dylan, Dennis Hopper, Sandra Bernhard. But this is a survivors story about the anguish of coping with loved ones addictions, about suffering divorce, about the joys and terrors of raising a gifted son. And Pamela comes through it all with her grace, charm, and generous sense of humor intact. Now updated to include the next sixteen years of Pamelas adventures, this is a rollicking, piquant, and heartbreaking memoir. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Pamela Des Barres) Thu, 16 May 2013 03:21:33 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Take-Another-Little-Piece-of-My-Heart-Audiobook/B00COTWFP8 thebookvoice.com 10:22:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Take Another Little Piece of My Heart Subtitle: A Groupie Grows Up Author: Pamela Des Barres Narrator: Pamela Des Barres Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Pamela Des Barres, celebrated queen of the groupies, chronicled her adventures with rock stars in her bestseller Im with the Band. This book picks up where that one left off, with Pamela embarking on marriage and motherhood, all the while sharing quarters and making friends with stars: Don Johnson, Steve Jones, Sylvester Stallone, Bob Dylan, Dennis Hopper, Sandra Bernhard. But this is a survivors story about the anguish of coping with loved ones addictions, about suffering divorce, about the joys and terrors of raising a gifted son. And Pamela comes through it all with her grace, charm, and generous sense of humor intact. Now updated to include the next sixteen years of Pamelas adventures, this is a rollicking, piquant, and heartbreaking memoir. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Take Another Little Piece of My Heart Subtitle: A Groupie Grows Up Author: Pamela Des Barres Narrator: Pamela Des Barres Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Pamela Des Barres, celebrated queen of the groupies, chronicled her adventures with rock stars in her bestseller Im with the Band. This book picks up where that one left off, with Pamela embarking on marriage and motherhood, all the while sharing quarters and making friends with stars: Don Johnson, Steve Jones, Sylvester Stallone, Bob Dylan, Dennis Hopper, Sandra Bernhard. But this is a survivors story about the anguish of coping with loved ones addictions, about suffering divorce, about the joys and terrors of raising a gifted son. And Pamela comes through it all with her grace, charm, and generous sense of humor intact. Now updated to include the next sixteen years of Pamelas adventures, this is a rollicking, piquant, and heartbreaking memoir. Members Reviews: Grand, Grand, Grand!!!! Pamela once again captures my heart, sends me back into a time that I missed, but love to hear about. I feel like I was there. She has taken abuse from the press, old "friends", and colleagues yet let's it slide off of her with such grace. She makes me want to be happy- to enjoy life to the fullest and keep reaching for my dreams. Thank you, Pamela Des Barres for sharing your ups and downs with us https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Real-Music-Industry-Audiobook/B078P4ZRXC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Real Music Industry Subtitle: There's No Secret Author: Richard Woodbury III Narrator: Millian Quinteros Format: Unabridged Length: 21 mins Language: English Release date: 01-02-18 Publisher: Woodbury III Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Real Music Industry is the audiobook you need. Meaning you, the artist. Think about it, how many audiobooks or workbooks have provided you a blueprint on how to activate your music career? I wrote this book out of experience - good and bad experiences - but I persevered, and you will too. We sometimes fake the funk to skip the line, if that even makes sense. I knew I was talented and wanted to be heard. Frustration caused me to pretend to be something I was not. You don't have to pretend. Once you discover the real music industry, you will be better off than I was. Now make your move and enter The Real Music Industry. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Richard Woodbury III) Tue, 02 Jan 2018 14:55:05 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Real-Music-Industry-Audiobook/B078P4ZRXC thebookvoice.com 00:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Real Music Industry Subtitle: There's No Secret Author: Richard Woodbury III Narrator: Millian Quinteros Format: Unabridged Length: 21 mins Language: English Release date: 01-02-18 Publisher: Woodbury III Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Real Music Industry is the audiobook you need. Meaning you, the artist. Think about it, how many audiobooks or workbooks have provided you a blueprint on how to activate your music career? I wrote this book out of experience - good and bad experiences - but I persevered, and you will too. We sometimes fake the funk to skip the line, if that even makes sense. I knew I was talented and wanted to be heard. Frustration caused me to pretend to be something I was not. You don't have to pretend. Once you discover the real music industry, you will be better off than I was. Now make your move and enter The Real Music Industry. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Real Music Industry Subtitle: There's No Secret Author: Richard Woodbury III Narrator: Millian Quinteros Format: Unabridged Length: 21 mins Language: English Release date: 01-02-18 Publisher: Woodbury III Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Real Music Industry is the audiobook you need. Meaning you, the artist. Think about it, how many audiobooks or workbooks have provided you a blueprint on how to activate your music career? I wrote this book out of experience - good and bad experiences - but I persevered, and you will too. We sometimes fake the funk to skip the line, if that even makes sense. I knew I was talented and wanted to be heard. Frustration caused me to pretend to be something I was not. You don't have to pretend. Once you discover the real music industry, you will be better off than I was. Now make your move and enter The Real Music Industry. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Brian-Enos-Another-Green-World-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008LUTHEG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Brian Eno's 'Another Green World' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Geeta Dayal Narrator: Jennifer Van Dyck Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The serene, delicate songs on Another Green World sound practically meditative, but the album itself was an experiment fueled by adrenaline, panic, and pure faith. It was the first Brian Eno album to be composed almost completely in the confines of a recording studio, over a scant few months in the summer of 1975. The album was a proof of concept for Eno's budding ideas of "the studio as musical instrument", and a signpost for a bold new way of thinking about music. In this book, Geeta Dayal unravels Another Green World's abundant mysteries, venturing into its dense thickets of sound. How was an album this cohesive and refined formed in such a seemingly ad hoc way? How were electronics and layers of synthetic treatments used to create an album so redolent of the natural world? How did a deck of cards figure into all of this? Here, through interviews and archival research, she unearths the strange story of how Another Green World formed the link to Eno's future - foreshadowing his metamorphosis from unlikely glam rocker to sonic painter and producer. Editorial Reviews: Jennifer Van Dyck's narration conveys a sense of urgency to the text of Brian Eno's Another Green World, Geeta Dayal's obsessively written ode. Dayal's highly perceptive take on this famous album is not just for fans of Eno's music. Anyone interested in what it means to make art, to compose, and produce music will find something of value here. The music in the album often seems closer to painting then to music - expressive, organic, meditative - and Dayal's writing conveys this interesting cross-sensory experience through the incorporation of research, interviews, and her own informed sensibility about Brian Eno's art making and art influences. Critic Reviews: "Dayal's lucid, elegant deconstruction of Brian Eno's most beguiling album is also an inspiring, delightful inquiry into the nature of creativity and constraint. Anyone interested in art making needs to read this." (Ed Park, author of Personal Days) "...the best short introduction to Eno's work and ethos going."(The Wire) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Geeta Dayal) Thu, 26 Jul 2012 02:03:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Brian-Enos-Another-Green-World-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008LUTHEG thebookvoice.com 02:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Brian Eno's 'Another Green World' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Geeta Dayal Narrator: Jennifer Van Dyck Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The serene, delicate songs on Another Green World sound practically meditative, but the album itself was an experiment fueled by adrenaline, panic, and pure faith. It was the first Brian Eno album to be composed almost completely in the confines of a recording studio, over a scant few months in the summer of 1975. The album was a proof of concept for Eno's budding ideas of "the studio as musical instrument", and a signpost for a bold new way of thinking about music. In this book, Geeta Dayal unravels Another Green World's abundant mysteries, venturing into its dense thickets of sound. How was an album this cohesive and refined formed in such a seemingly ad hoc way? How were electronics and layers of synthetic treatments used to create an album so redolent of the natural world? How did a deck of cards figure into all of this? Here, through interviews and archival research, she unearths the strange story of how Another Green World formed the link to Eno's future - foreshadowing his metamorphosis from unlikely glam rocker to sonic painter and producer. Editorial Reviews: Jennifer Van Dyck's narration conveys a sense of urgency to the text of Brian Eno's Another Green World, Geeta Dayal's obsessively written ode. Dayal's highly perceptive take on this famous album is not just for fans of Eno's music. Anyone interested in what it means to make art, to compose, and produce music will find something of value here. The music in the album often seems closer to painting then to music - expressive, organic, meditative - and Dayal's writing conveys this interesting cross-sensory experience through the incorporation of research, interviews, and her own informed sensibility about Brian Eno's art making and art influences. Critic Reviews: "Dayal's lucid, elegant deconstruction of Brian Eno's most beguiling album is also an inspiring, delightful inquiry into the nature of creativity and constraint. Anyone interested in art making needs to read this." (Ed Park, author of Personal Days) "...the best short introduction to Eno's work and ethos going."(The Wire) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Brian Eno's 'Another Green World' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Geeta Dayal Narrator: Jennifer Van Dyck Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The serene, delicate songs on Another Green World sound practically meditative, but the album itself was an experiment fueled by adrenaline, panic, and pure faith. It was the first Brian Eno album to be composed almost completely in the confines of a recording studio, over a scant few months in the summer of 1975. The album was a proof of concept for Eno's budding ideas of "the studio as musical instrument", and a signpost for a bold new way of thinking about music. In this book, Geeta Dayal unravels Another Green World's abundant mysteries, venturing into its dense thickets of sound. How was an album this cohesive and refined formed in such a seemingly ad hoc way? How were electronics and layers of synthetic treatments used to create an album so redolent of the natural world? How did a deck of cards figure into all of this? Here, through interviews and archival research, she unearths the strange story of how Another Green World formed the link to Eno's future - foreshadowing his metamorphosis from unlikely glam rocker to sonic painter and producer. Editorial Reviews: Jennifer Van Dyck's narration conveys a sense of urgency to the text of Brian Eno's Another Green World, Geeta Dayal's obsessively written ode. Dayal's highly perceptive take on this famous album is not just for fans of Eno's music. Anyone interested in what it means to make art, to compose, and produce music will find something of value here. The music in the album often seems closer to painting then to music - expressive, organic, meditative - and Dayal's writing conveys this interesting cross-sensory experience through the incorporation of research, interviews, and her own informed sensibility about Brian Eno's art making and art influences. Critic Reviews: "Dayal's lucid, elegant deconstruction of Brian Eno's most beguiling album is also an inspiring, delightful inquiry into the nature of creativity and constraint. Anyone interested in art making needs to read this." (Ed Park, author of Personal Days) "...the best short introduction to Eno's work and ethos going."(The Wire) Members Reviews: the narration seems a bit robotic this book is about a fairly obscure record by a fairly obscure artist. it's fitting Better than I expected It was a really interesting exploration of process via the lens of a few specific products. Recommended for Any Artist or Musician If you could sum up Brian Eno's 'Another Green World' (33 1/3 Series) in three words, what would they be? Fun, Creative, Experimental What did you like best about this story? I loved this! It was interesting to get a glimpse into Brian Enos creative process. He has a unique way of making it more about the journey rather than the result. This is packed with useful ideas of breaking writer's block, and learning how to have fun with the creative process rather than getting frustrated and giving up because of pre-ordained expectations. It will open your mind to new creative possibilities no matter what artistic medium you are using. What about Jennifer Van Dycks performance did you like? I like how Jennifer Van Dyck embraces Brian Enos creative process for writing this very book. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? yes https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Lets-Spend-the-Night-Together-Audiobook/B00COOJQN2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Let's Spend the Night Together Subtitle: Backstage Secrets of Rock Muses and Supergroupies Author: Pamela Des Barres Narrator: Pamela Des Barres Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Since rocks beginnings, there have been groupies. These chosen few women who bed, but not often wed, the musicians of their dreams are almost as much a part of music history as the musicians themselves. Pamela Des Barres, the worlds foremost supergroupie, here offers an all-access backstage pass to the world of rock stars and the women who love them. Having had her own affairs with legends such as Keith Moon and Jimmy Page--as documented in her bestselling memoir Im with the Band--Pamela now turns the spotlight onto other women who have found their way into the hearts and bedrooms of some of the worlds greatest musicians. In Lets Spend the Night Together, she tells, in their own words, the stories of these amazing women who went way beyond the one-night stand. Here youll get to know 24 outrageous groupies, including: bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Pamela Des Barres) Thu, 16 May 2013 10:20:56 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Lets-Spend-the-Night-Together-Audiobook/B00COOJQN2 thebookvoice.com 10:48:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Let's Spend the Night Together Subtitle: Backstage Secrets of Rock Muses and Supergroupies Author: Pamela Des Barres Narrator: Pamela Des Barres Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Since rocks beginnings, there have been groupies. These chosen few women who bed, but not often wed, the musicians of their dreams are almost as much a part of music history as the musicians themselves. Pamela Des Barres, the worlds foremost supergroupie, here offers an all-access backstage pass to the world of rock stars and the women who love them. Having had her own affairs with legends such as Keith Moon and Jimmy Page--as documented in her bestselling memoir Im with the Band--Pamela now turns the spotlight onto other women who have found their way into the hearts and bedrooms of some of the worlds greatest musicians. In Lets Spend the Night Together, she tells, in their own words, the stories of these amazing women who went way beyond the one-night stand. Here youll get to know 24 outrageous groupies, including: Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Let's Spend the Night Together Subtitle: Backstage Secrets of Rock Muses and Supergroupies Author: Pamela Des Barres Narrator: Pamela Des Barres Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Since rocks beginnings, there have been groupies. These chosen few women who bed, but not often wed, the musicians of their dreams are almost as much a part of music history as the musicians themselves. Pamela Des Barres, the worlds foremost supergroupie, here offers an all-access backstage pass to the world of rock stars and the women who love them. Having had her own affairs with legends such as Keith Moon and Jimmy Page--as documented in her bestselling memoir Im with the Band--Pamela now turns the spotlight onto other women who have found their way into the hearts and bedrooms of some of the worlds greatest musicians. In Lets Spend the Night Together, she tells, in their own words, the stories of these amazing women who went way beyond the one-night stand. Here youll get to know 24 outrageous groupies, including: Members Reviews: Enjoyed the story and Pamela's narration. loved it. easy to follow and loved that Pamela narrated herself. Made the book. Thanks! Im with the band changes title to lets spend the.. What would have made Let's Spend the Night Together better? I don't think you could have made it better. This Gal is a one trick pony. What was most disappointing about Pamela Des Barress story? it is pretty much a rehash of "I'm with the band. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Pamela Des Barres? Linda Eastman.....oh no, wait ,she's dead. Lets see.....hummm.....I know, Phyllis Diller. Cmon, look it up. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? resignation. I knew from jump street this book was a retread. Any additional comments? Why yes, thank you for asking........ The publisher should be dispatched with all due haste. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Unknown-Pleasures-Audiobook/B00B3ZT32C Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unknown Pleasures Subtitle: Inside Joy Division Author: Peter Hook Narrator: Peter Hook Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 01-29-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 135 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Joy Division changed the face of music. Godfathers of alternative rock, they reinvented music in the post-punk era, creating a new sound - dark, hypnotic, and intense - that would influence U2, Morrissey, R.E.M., Radiohead, and numerous others. The story is now legendary: In 1980, on the heels of their groundbreaking debut, Unknown Pleasures, and on the eve of their first U.S. tour, the band was rent asunder by the tragic death of their enigmatic lead singer, Ian Curtis. Yet in the mere three years they were together, Joy Division produced two landmark albums and a handful of singles - including the iconic anthem "Love Will Tear Us Apart" - that continue to have a powerful resonance. Now, for the first time, their story is told by one of their own. In Unknown Pleasures, founding member and bass player Peter Hook recounts how four young men from Manchester and Salisbury, with makeshift instruments and a broken-down van, rose from the punk scene to create a haunting, atmospheric music that would define a generation. Peter talks with eye-opening candor and reflection about the suicide of Ian Curtis; the band's friendships and fallouts; the evolution of their sound and image; and the larger-than-life characters who formed a vital part of the Joy Division legend, including Factory Records founder Tony Wilson and producer Martin Hannett. Told with surprising humor and vivid detail, Unknown Pleasures is the book Joy Division fans have awaited for decades. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Peter Hook) Tue, 29 Jan 2013 10:04:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Unknown-Pleasures-Audiobook/B00B3ZT32C thebookvoice.com 07:48:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unknown Pleasures Subtitle: Inside Joy Division Author: Peter Hook Narrator: Peter Hook Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 01-29-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 135 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Joy Division changed the face of music. Godfathers of alternative rock, they reinvented music in the post-punk era, creating a new sound - dark, hypnotic, and intense - that would influence U2, Morrissey, R.E.M., Radiohead, and numerous others. The story is now legendary: In 1980, on the heels of their groundbreaking debut, Unknown Pleasures, and on the eve of their first U.S. tour, the band was rent asunder by the tragic death of their enigmatic lead singer, Ian Curtis. Yet in the mere three years they were together, Joy Division produced two landmark albums and a handful of singles - including the iconic anthem "Love Will Tear Us Apart" - that continue to have a powerful resonance. Now, for the first time, their story is told by one of their own. In Unknown Pleasures, founding member and bass player Peter Hook recounts how four young men from Manchester and Salisbury, with makeshift instruments and a broken-down van, rose from the punk scene to create a haunting, atmospheric music that would define a generation. Peter talks with eye-opening candor and reflection about the suicide of Ian Curtis; the band's friendships and fallouts; the evolution of their sound and image; and the larger-than-life characters who formed a vital part of the Joy Division legend, including Factory Records founder Tony Wilson and producer Martin Hannett. Told with surprising humor and vivid detail, Unknown Pleasures is the book Joy Division fans have awaited for decades. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unknown Pleasures Subtitle: Inside Joy Division Author: Peter Hook Narrator: Peter Hook Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 01-29-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 135 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Joy Division changed the face of music. Godfathers of alternative rock, they reinvented music in the post-punk era, creating a new sound - dark, hypnotic, and intense - that would influence U2, Morrissey, R.E.M., Radiohead, and numerous others. The story is now legendary: In 1980, on the heels of their groundbreaking debut, Unknown Pleasures, and on the eve of their first U.S. tour, the band was rent asunder by the tragic death of their enigmatic lead singer, Ian Curtis. Yet in the mere three years they were together, Joy Division produced two landmark albums and a handful of singles - including the iconic anthem "Love Will Tear Us Apart" - that continue to have a powerful resonance. Now, for the first time, their story is told by one of their own. In Unknown Pleasures, founding member and bass player Peter Hook recounts how four young men from Manchester and Salisbury, with makeshift instruments and a broken-down van, rose from the punk scene to create a haunting, atmospheric music that would define a generation. Peter talks with eye-opening candor and reflection about the suicide of Ian Curtis; the band's friendships and fallouts; the evolution of their sound and image; and the larger-than-life characters who formed a vital part of the Joy Division legend, including Factory Records founder Tony Wilson and producer Martin Hannett. Told with surprising humor and vivid detail, Unknown Pleasures is the book Joy Division fans have awaited for decades. Members Reviews: Like sitting next to Hooky in a bar... What did you love best about Unknown Pleasures? It's like sitting next to Peter Hook in a bar, while he tells you the story of Joy Division from his perspective. Oh, sure, there's controversy over who has the right to call themselves what, and sure the band had their differences, but this is Peter Hook's version of the tale. And it's a *great* listen - well-told, fascinating, and definitely gives you a new insight into who Ian Curtis was. You can even hear the narrator start to choke up at times, when he thinks about the old days. If I had one complaint... the timelines don't necessarily work as well in audio form as they might in a book, where you can easily skip over them, or go back to them for reference. I found myself thinking "get on with it" as Hook listed off yet another show Joy Division played at yet another club with yet another description of how "we sounded sh*te, Bernard bruised his elbow..." etc. etc. The rest of the book, though... no one but Peter Hook could have narrated this story. His style is relaxed and natural and really fun to listen to. Moving biography of a friend Would you consider the audio edition of Unknown Pleasures to be better than the print version? I haven't read the print version, but the author's narration of the audio version I believe must have added a lot to the text. It doesn't sound so much as if he's reading, but telling a story. What other book might you compare Unknown Pleasures to and why? Other biographies and autobiographies read by the author. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I never listen to a book in one sitting, but I listened to this one every chance I got. Any additional comments? Highly recommended. Amazing story, but the timelines were a bit of a drag Unknown Pleasures is a great book, hands down. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Great-Masters-Haydn-His-Life-and-Music-Audiobook/B00DBBJGD2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Masters: Haydn - His Life and Music Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Almost from the moment it was first set to paper, the music of Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) - technically superb, rich in quality, and widely imitated - has exemplified the Classical style, creating not only the Classical-era symphony but setting the standard, through his own 68 string quartets, against which that form has ever after been judged. And yet Haydn, despite the influence left by more than 1,000 works, seems to no longer get his due, often thought of as an aged figure surpassed and overshadowed by Beethoven and Mozart, who actually credited Haydn, the only contemporary he admired, and with whom he formed a lasting and artistically fruitful friendship, with teaching him how to write string quartets. Even Beethoven, whose relationship with his compositional teacher was troubled and stormy, would never have been able to write his triumphant Ninth Symphony without the influence of Haydn's crowning achievement, the towering 1798 oratorio, Creation. Now, in a series of eight vivid lectures, you can learn to understand and appreciate the music of one of the most original and influential composers of all time as you explore his origins, influence, and greatest works. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (The Great Courses) Mon, 08 Jul 2013 16:11:52 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Great-Masters-Haydn-His-Life-and-Music-Audiobook/B00DBBJGD2 thebookvoice.com 06:05:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Masters: Haydn - His Life and Music Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Almost from the moment it was first set to paper, the music of Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) - technically superb, rich in quality, and widely imitated - has exemplified the Classical style, creating not only the Classical-era symphony but setting the standard, through his own 68 string quartets, against which that form has ever after been judged. And yet Haydn, despite the influence left by more than 1,000 works, seems to no longer get his due, often thought of as an aged figure surpassed and overshadowed by Beethoven and Mozart, who actually credited Haydn, the only contemporary he admired, and with whom he formed a lasting and artistically fruitful friendship, with teaching him how to write string quartets. Even Beethoven, whose relationship with his compositional teacher was troubled and stormy, would never have been able to write his triumphant Ninth Symphony without the influence of Haydn's crowning achievement, the towering 1798 oratorio, Creation. Now, in a series of eight vivid lectures, you can learn to understand and appreciate the music of one of the most original and influential composers of all time as you explore his origins, influence, and greatest works. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Masters: Haydn - His Life and Music Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Almost from the moment it was first set to paper, the music of Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) - technically superb, rich in quality, and widely imitated - has exemplified the Classical style, creating not only the Classical-era symphony but setting the standard, through his own 68 string quartets, against which that form has ever after been judged. And yet Haydn, despite the influence left by more than 1,000 works, seems to no longer get his due, often thought of as an aged figure surpassed and overshadowed by Beethoven and Mozart, who actually credited Haydn, the only contemporary he admired, and with whom he formed a lasting and artistically fruitful friendship, with teaching him how to write string quartets. Even Beethoven, whose relationship with his compositional teacher was troubled and stormy, would never have been able to write his triumphant Ninth Symphony without the influence of Haydn's crowning achievement, the towering 1798 oratorio, Creation. Now, in a series of eight vivid lectures, you can learn to understand and appreciate the music of one of the most original and influential composers of all time as you explore his origins, influence, and greatest works. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Another masterpiece from Greenberg The narrator makes this great. He varies his pace, foreshadows, goes on occasional rants and just makes this biography very entertaining. I have listened to his long form courses. this is a great sample for someone who wants to try him out. Wonderful & Inspiring What made the experience of listening to Great Masters: Haydn - His Life and Music the most enjoyable? Robert Greenberg's knowledge of music form and in depth information of Haydn's life. The discription of how a piece was written and how it related to events in the composers life. What was one of the most memorable moments of Great Masters: Haydn - His Life and Music? Haydn's relationship with other composer's, Mozart and Beethoven. Why is it that composers have messed up love lifes and seem to chase the wrong women? Brhams, Haydn, Tchaikovsky Have you listened to any of Professor Robert Greenbergs other performances before? How does this one compare? This is my forth composer lecture of the series and I have three more to listen to. All have been very informative and inspiring. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I love the jokes, I love the enthusiasm, I love the lectures of Robert Greenberg. Any additional comments? Order these lectures today they are inexpensive, Then go buy some great music you can't go wrong. Fantastic! I'm a Haydn convert! Professor Greenberg is animated and erudite. I love both his serious side and his irrepressible humorous side. I have many of his courses in my Audible library, and whenever I finish one, I'm on to the next. Looking forward to queuing up the next one right now! Greenberg is excellent as always Prof. Greenberg is excellant as always. He paints a full and fascinating picture of the quintessential Classical composer and his position in musical history. Professor Greenberg needs to tone it down. I was reluctant to listen to another of Professor Robert Greenberg's set of lectures. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Great-Masters-Brahms-His-Life-and-Music-Audiobook/B00DB9MJ4C Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Masters: Brahms-His Life and Music Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 114 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Johannes Brahms was a man of contrasts. His serious Teutonic music was balanced by joyful dance music. His miserliness with himself by exceeding generosity with family and associates. His kindness to working people with a biting, malicious wit reserved for those he encountered in artistic and aristocratic circles. He was not an easy man to know, destroying a good deal of his own work and almost all of his lifetime's correspondence, in later years even collecting his letters from friends so that he could consign them to the flames. Yet you can know this enigmatic genius through this 8-lecture series, which uses biographical information and musical commentary to link the complexities of Brahms the man with the electrifying music of Brahms the composer.You'll learn how Brahms found unique ways of combining the rigor and formal complexity of older Classical and even Baroque genres and forms with the melodic inventiveness, harmonic sophistication, and expressive richness so prized in the Romantic age. And how his fanatical perfectionism led him to write, rewrite, and ultimately destroy more than 20 string quartets before publishing a pair of exceptionally exquisite pieces at the age of 40, breathing new life into the old bones of this exacting chamber music form. "His legacy," notes Professor Greenberg, "is a lifetime of extraordinary craft and artistic beauty without an inferior piece in the collection." PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (The Great Courses) Mon, 08 Jul 2013 12:44:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Great-Masters-Brahms-His-Life-and-Music-Audiobook/B00DB9MJ4C thebookvoice.com 06:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Masters: Brahms-His Life and Music Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 114 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Johannes Brahms was a man of contrasts. His serious Teutonic music was balanced by joyful dance music. His miserliness with himself by exceeding generosity with family and associates. His kindness to working people with a biting, malicious wit reserved for those he encountered in artistic and aristocratic circles. He was not an easy man to know, destroying a good deal of his own work and almost all of his lifetime's correspondence, in later years even collecting his letters from friends so that he could consign them to the flames. Yet you can know this enigmatic genius through this 8-lecture series, which uses biographical information and musical commentary to link the complexities of Brahms the man with the electrifying music of Brahms the composer.You'll learn how Brahms found unique ways of combining the rigor and formal complexity of older Classical and even Baroque genres and forms with the melodic inventiveness, harmonic sophistication, and expressive richness so prized in the Romantic age. And how his fanatical perfectionism led him to write, rewrite, and ultimately destroy more than 20 string quartets before publishing a pair of exceptionally exquisite pieces at the age of 40, breathing new life into the old bones of this exacting chamber music form. "His legacy," notes Professor Greenberg, "is a lifetime of extraordinary craft and artistic beauty without an inferior piece in the collection." PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Masters: Brahms-His Life and Music Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 114 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Johannes Brahms was a man of contrasts. His serious Teutonic music was balanced by joyful dance music. His miserliness with himself by exceeding generosity with family and associates. His kindness to working people with a biting, malicious wit reserved for those he encountered in artistic and aristocratic circles. He was not an easy man to know, destroying a good deal of his own work and almost all of his lifetime's correspondence, in later years even collecting his letters from friends so that he could consign them to the flames. Yet you can know this enigmatic genius through this 8-lecture series, which uses biographical information and musical commentary to link the complexities of Brahms the man with the electrifying music of Brahms the composer.You'll learn how Brahms found unique ways of combining the rigor and formal complexity of older Classical and even Baroque genres and forms with the melodic inventiveness, harmonic sophistication, and expressive richness so prized in the Romantic age. And how his fanatical perfectionism led him to write, rewrite, and ultimately destroy more than 20 string quartets before publishing a pair of exceptionally exquisite pieces at the age of 40, breathing new life into the old bones of this exacting chamber music form. "His legacy," notes Professor Greenberg, "is a lifetime of extraordinary craft and artistic beauty without an inferior piece in the collection." PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: First class introduction to a wonderful composer How have I gone so long in life getting so much joy from the works of Brahms without understanding something of this great composer and his life. How many times has my heart been lifted listening to his violin and piano concerti, his symphonies -- oh, why did I start making a list, all his works are all wonderful. Upon downloading this series of lectures,a new and eminently accessible view of Brahms was revealed. I've only just finished listening and I am still under its spell. Yet, for the listener who knows little or nothing about classical music, let alone who Brahms actually is, this would be an inspiring introduction. Professor Greenburg is funny, insightful, compassionate, and at times, delightfully satirical -- in short, a clever and effective communicator. Infectious, really. Enjoyed I enjoyed this course very much. I would listen to another course by this presenter. I alternated between listening to it and listening to Brahms recordings. I have a wonderful collection of favorite Brahms recordings now thanks to this course. This and Brahms music got me through a difficult time. The focuses on his life, but has plenty of examples of his great music. Loved it! Each of these courses draws me in and illuminates so much that is new to me even with a masters degree in music. Can't wait to hear the next one! Another great course from Robert Greenberg Back in the day, I was not a fan of Brahms' music. Emphatically so. As a result I believed the critics who said he was not deserving of the praise heaped on him. And then two things happened. First, I fell hard for the Academic Festival Overture, and began to listen to other works of Brahms with a more open mind. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Three-Chords-and-the-Truth-Audiobook/B002VA8VOY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Three Chords and the Truth Author: Laurence Leamer Narrator: Laurence Leamer Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 09-09-05 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Never before has country music been so compellingly honest. In Three Chords and the Truth, Laurence Leamer unfolds the passionate lives of the greatest stars in country music. You'll hear from the full spectrum of country music and its process of stardom: the inner life of Garth Brooks, Wynonna's troubled career, Vince Gill's love of music, Shania Twain's struggle to stardom, and much more. Every June, in gratitude to their devoted fans, the stars of country music appear at the annual Fan Fair on the Tennessee State Fair Grounds to sign autographs and perform. Fan Fair is the setting for this ground-breaking mosaic that traces country music from its grass-roots beginning to the renaissance it is experiencing today. In the tight-knit community of Nashville, Leamer was given full access, traveling with the bands and becoming a trusted ear. Here are the newest sensations: LeAnn Rimes, Mindy McCready, and superstars Mary Chapin Carpenter, Brooks and Dunn, and Alan Jackson. Their stories reflect country music itself: intense, emotional, filled with joy and disappointment, passion and dismay, laughter and tears. Here, in colorful detail, are the reasons why country music is the most listened-to music in the nation. Three Chords and the Truth is a revelation, and promises that you will never look at country music the same way again. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Laurence Leamer) Fri, 09 Sep 2005 20:26:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Three-Chords-and-the-Truth-Audiobook/B002VA8VOY thebookvoice.com 02:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Three Chords and the Truth Author: Laurence Leamer Narrator: Laurence Leamer Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 09-09-05 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Never before has country music been so compellingly honest. In Three Chords and the Truth, Laurence Leamer unfolds the passionate lives of the greatest stars in country music. You'll hear from the full spectrum of country music and its process of stardom: the inner life of Garth Brooks, Wynonna's troubled career, Vince Gill's love of music, Shania Twain's struggle to stardom, and much more. Every June, in gratitude to their devoted fans, the stars of country music appear at the annual Fan Fair on the Tennessee State Fair Grounds to sign autographs and perform. Fan Fair is the setting for this ground-breaking mosaic that traces country music from its grass-roots beginning to the renaissance it is experiencing today. In the tight-knit community of Nashville, Leamer was given full access, traveling with the bands and becoming a trusted ear. Here are the newest sensations: LeAnn Rimes, Mindy McCready, and superstars Mary Chapin Carpenter, Brooks and Dunn, and Alan Jackson. Their stories reflect country music itself: intense, emotional, filled with joy and disappointment, passion and dismay, laughter and tears. Here, in colorful detail, are the reasons why country music is the most listened-to music in the nation. Three Chords and the Truth is a revelation, and promises that you will never look at country music the same way again. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Three Chords and the Truth Author: Laurence Leamer Narrator: Laurence Leamer Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 09-09-05 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Never before has country music been so compellingly honest. In Three Chords and the Truth, Laurence Leamer unfolds the passionate lives of the greatest stars in country music. You'll hear from the full spectrum of country music and its process of stardom: the inner life of Garth Brooks, Wynonna's troubled career, Vince Gill's love of music, Shania Twain's struggle to stardom, and much more. Every June, in gratitude to their devoted fans, the stars of country music appear at the annual Fan Fair on the Tennessee State Fair Grounds to sign autographs and perform. Fan Fair is the setting for this ground-breaking mosaic that traces country music from its grass-roots beginning to the renaissance it is experiencing today. In the tight-knit community of Nashville, Leamer was given full access, traveling with the bands and becoming a trusted ear. Here are the newest sensations: LeAnn Rimes, Mindy McCready, and superstars Mary Chapin Carpenter, Brooks and Dunn, and Alan Jackson. Their stories reflect country music itself: intense, emotional, filled with joy and disappointment, passion and dismay, laughter and tears. Here, in colorful detail, are the reasons why country music is the most listened-to music in the nation. Three Chords and the Truth is a revelation, and promises that you will never look at country music the same way again. Members Reviews: Old School Music City This book is right on the money of Old School Nashville.Im sure a lot of people cringed when they heard the truth was gonna be told.And that it was ;) Good Read Excellent book that really held my interest. It is a page turner. Read it is my recommendation. Four Stars Another very good book with a lot of background information. Recommended. Sensation and Cliche An exercise in pseudo case-study, this book leaves the reader with the feeling that they've just done a marathon reading session of the National Enquirer. Throughout the pages and pages of intimate details of many current country music personalities (much of which is negative), the reader continues to wonder how exactly the author found out all this information. He appears to have been everywhere at once, but his voice or presence never appears in the text. The best example of this is the picture of Garth Brooks driving his pickup, obviously from the inside as the truck is moving, with the caption, "Garth drives alone in his truck." If he was alone, where was the photographer? The text is the same way throughout. One wonders if the people the author got his information from knew how he would present the details. The writing is much like the country songs he decries: trite, sensationalist, and filled with cliches. It's readable, but unsympathetic toward most of his subjects and slanted toward a particular type of country music Great to read a book by a writer that has some moxy . To-days music fan is finally demanding to know the truth about it's Stars. You finally realize that after reading the rash of books that come out on the heals of Stardom, that they are basically a re-hash of the perfect picture painted by a publisist or the star involved. Laurence Leamer gives you a glimpse of reality and makes you aware that stars should be accountable for everything even if it is in the past.I would personally like to see him dig a little deeper. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Great-Masters-Liszt-His-Life-and-Music-Audiobook/B00DBCSARE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Masters: Liszt - His Life and Music Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 83 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: More than anyone before him - more than Beethoven, Byron, even the preternatural Paganini - it was Franz Liszt who created one of the most enduring archetypes of the Romantic era: that of the artist, "who walks with God and brings down fire from heaven in order to kindle the hearts of humankind." An innovative composer both for his own instrument and on an orchestral scale, Liszt was without a doubt the greatest pianist of his time and perhaps the greatest of all time, stunning even the most jaded critics and listeners everywhere he went with his sheer virtuosity and almost unbelievable musical gifts - even while playing whatever instrument was available in whatever hall he could find during his arduous travels by mail coach throughout Europe. Yet even though his fame and achievement make him one of the most written about composers of the 19th century, musically he remains the least understood. And as for his life, perhaps a good place to begin is with Felix Mendelssohn's observation that Liszt's character was "a continual alternation between scandal and apotheosis." Still, for every lover of music, Liszt remains someone you must understand, and this eight-lecture series is an ideal place to begin your acquaintance with both the man and his music. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (The Great Courses) Mon, 08 Jul 2013 12:58:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Great-Masters-Liszt-His-Life-and-Music-Audiobook/B00DBCSARE thebookvoice.com 06:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Masters: Liszt - His Life and Music Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 83 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: More than anyone before him - more than Beethoven, Byron, even the preternatural Paganini - it was Franz Liszt who created one of the most enduring archetypes of the Romantic era: that of the artist, "who walks with God and brings down fire from heaven in order to kindle the hearts of humankind." An innovative composer both for his own instrument and on an orchestral scale, Liszt was without a doubt the greatest pianist of his time and perhaps the greatest of all time, stunning even the most jaded critics and listeners everywhere he went with his sheer virtuosity and almost unbelievable musical gifts - even while playing whatever instrument was available in whatever hall he could find during his arduous travels by mail coach throughout Europe. Yet even though his fame and achievement make him one of the most written about composers of the 19th century, musically he remains the least understood. And as for his life, perhaps a good place to begin is with Felix Mendelssohn's observation that Liszt's character was "a continual alternation between scandal and apotheosis." Still, for every lover of music, Liszt remains someone you must understand, and this eight-lecture series is an ideal place to begin your acquaintance with both the man and his music. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Masters: Liszt - His Life and Music Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 83 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: More than anyone before him - more than Beethoven, Byron, even the preternatural Paganini - it was Franz Liszt who created one of the most enduring archetypes of the Romantic era: that of the artist, "who walks with God and brings down fire from heaven in order to kindle the hearts of humankind." An innovative composer both for his own instrument and on an orchestral scale, Liszt was without a doubt the greatest pianist of his time and perhaps the greatest of all time, stunning even the most jaded critics and listeners everywhere he went with his sheer virtuosity and almost unbelievable musical gifts - even while playing whatever instrument was available in whatever hall he could find during his arduous travels by mail coach throughout Europe. Yet even though his fame and achievement make him one of the most written about composers of the 19th century, musically he remains the least understood. And as for his life, perhaps a good place to begin is with Felix Mendelssohn's observation that Liszt's character was "a continual alternation between scandal and apotheosis." Still, for every lover of music, Liszt remains someone you must understand, and this eight-lecture series is an ideal place to begin your acquaintance with both the man and his music. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: The Greatest Liszt Presentation Ever Would you listen to Great Masters: Liszt - His Life and Music again? Why? The Great Courses series can often be a mixed bag of tricks, but Robert Greenberg's "Great Masters: Liszt - His Life and Music" is the third Great Masters lecture series I've downloaded and the best so far. Not only has Professor Greenberg enlightened and clarified certain aspects of Liszt's career, his insight into the scores and physical requirements of the performers were fascinating to listen to. Of all the varied Great Courses I've sat in on, Greenberg's are the most thoughtful, well researched, best organized, most clearly articulated and, without a doubt, contain the greatest level of enthusiasm. My only complaint was that the course eventually ended. The professionalism of Professor Greenberg was exceptional. No stuttering "ah, ah" pauses, extreme organization and captivating audience engagement. The man loves his work and succeeds in passing that endearment on to the listener. Justice was certainly done to the great Franz Liszt. What did you like best about this story? The professionalism of the lecturer. No "ah, ahs", extreme organization and audience engagement. The man loves his work and succeeds in passing the love on to the listener. Which scene was your favorite? Impossible to say. Every moment was riveting. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? I was surprised that someone so flamboyant and as self-engrossed as Liszt could be so generous. Any additional comments? I plan on listening to all of Professor Greenberg's lectures. I would strongly recommend Great Courses engage him for more courses. Best Could not have been told by any other professor. He puts you there. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Traveling-Music-Audiobook/B00CTQ9WWU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Traveling Music Subtitle: The Soundtrack to My Life and Times Author: Neil Peart Narrator: Brian Sutherland Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-17-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 73 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The music of Frank Sinatra, Limp Bizkit, Linkin Park, and many other artists provides the score to the reflections of a musician on the road in this memoir of Neil Peart's travels from Los Angeles to Big Bend National Park. The emotional associations and stories behind each album Peart plays guide his recollections of his childhood on Lake Ontario, the first bands that he performed with, and his travels with the band Rush. The evocative and resonant writing vividly captures the meanderings of a musical mind, leading rock enthusiasts to discover inside information about Rush and the musical inspirations of a rock legend. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Neil Peart) Fri, 17 May 2013 01:42:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Traveling-Music-Audiobook/B00CTQ9WWU thebookvoice.com 14:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Traveling Music Subtitle: The Soundtrack to My Life and Times Author: Neil Peart Narrator: Brian Sutherland Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-17-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 73 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The music of Frank Sinatra, Limp Bizkit, Linkin Park, and many other artists provides the score to the reflections of a musician on the road in this memoir of Neil Peart's travels from Los Angeles to Big Bend National Park. The emotional associations and stories behind each album Peart plays guide his recollections of his childhood on Lake Ontario, the first bands that he performed with, and his travels with the band Rush. The evocative and resonant writing vividly captures the meanderings of a musical mind, leading rock enthusiasts to discover inside information about Rush and the musical inspirations of a rock legend. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Traveling Music Subtitle: The Soundtrack to My Life and Times Author: Neil Peart Narrator: Brian Sutherland Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-17-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 73 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The music of Frank Sinatra, Limp Bizkit, Linkin Park, and many other artists provides the score to the reflections of a musician on the road in this memoir of Neil Peart's travels from Los Angeles to Big Bend National Park. The emotional associations and stories behind each album Peart plays guide his recollections of his childhood on Lake Ontario, the first bands that he performed with, and his travels with the band Rush. The evocative and resonant writing vividly captures the meanderings of a musical mind, leading rock enthusiasts to discover inside information about Rush and the musical inspirations of a rock legend. Members Reviews: 'Bout time you let us in a bit further! Where does Traveling Music rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Numero uno!!! What was one of the most memorable moments of Traveling Music? The whole book. Which character as performed by Brian Sutherland was your favorite? Niel Peart. UHMM...Isn't it an autobio? Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Extreme? No, Just a kind of awe & reverence like any of his writing.Okay , I suppose that's extreme. Any additional comments? I really am impressed and surprised that he let go of so much personal info. It's common knowledge among fans that he wears very little on his sleeve much less speak of his personal life so candidly. I'm a life long Rush fan from the very 1st album (With Rutsey) I became a hyper-fan after that obviously from the addition of Niel. I'm a musician and writer so I've soaked up every word he's ever let loose of and every note they've ever played, or as many as humanly possible. I have a theory they can't possibly be human. Humans aren't perfect if you catch what I'm tossing. Musically at least. I don't mean overall. Rich and robust! Traveling music exceeded my expectations and Neil Peart far exceeds my expectations as a person. Wonderful and hungry for more. On the road with Neil. Thanks for the amazing journey into your past. I hope there is more to come from the Masked, Ghost traveler. If your a music lover you'll dig this one Any additional comments? It was so enjoyable listening to Neil's engaging commentary of his traveling via BMW (car & moto) and the music that shaped his life. He introduces one to a wide variety of musical styles, from Sinatra to Madonna told from a thoughtful and personal perspective. Not only do you learn about the music that influenced him to become the accomplished drummer that he is for Rush, but are also treated to a historical and biographical commentary of the albums and musicians of this "traveling music". I found myself hunting down music that I wouldn't normally have sought and discovered some real gems. As usual, Brian Sutherland does a fantastic job of delivering the nuances of the charm, whit and sense of Mr. Peart's writing. I can see myself putting this one on again and again in the years to come. Amazing. Neil Peart writes in such an engaging way. He's inspiring, honest, and piercingly personal. Loved every minute of this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Mayor-of-MacDougal-Street-Audiobook/B007XUNA1G Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mayor of MacDougal Street Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Dave Van Ronk, Elijah Wald Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 04-27-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Hear the memoir that served as inspiration for a major motion picture written and directed by the Coen brothers. Dave Van Ronk was one of the founding figures of the 1960s folk revival, but he was far more than that. A pioneer of modern acoustic blues, a fine songwriter and arranger, a powerful singer, and one of the most influential guitarists of the 60s, he was also a marvelous storyteller, a peerless musical historian, and one of the most quotable figures on the Village scene. The Mayor of MacDougal Streetis a firsthand account by a major player in the social and musical history of the 50s and 60s. It features encounters with young stars-to-be like Bob Dylan, Tom Paxton, Phil Ochs, and Joni Mitchell, as well as older luminaries like the Reverend Gary Davis, Mississippi John Hurt, and Odetta. Colorful, hilarious, and engaging,The Mayor of MacDougal Streetis a feast for anyone interested in the music, politics, and spirit of a revolutionary period in American culture. Critic Reviews: In Greenwich Village, Van Ronk was king of the street, he reigned supreme. (Bob Dylan) A wise and very funny book. (The New Yorker) A hulking raconteur and iconoclast, [Van Ronk] fondly captures the spirit of the times. (Q) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dave Van Ronk) Fri, 27 Apr 2012 03:16:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Mayor-of-MacDougal-Street-Audiobook/B007XUNA1G thebookvoice.com 10:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mayor of MacDougal Street Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Dave Van Ronk, Elijah Wald Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 04-27-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Hear the memoir that served as inspiration for a major motion picture written and directed by the Coen brothers. Dave Van Ronk was one of the founding figures of the 1960s folk revival, but he was far more than that. A pioneer of modern acoustic blues, a fine songwriter and arranger, a powerful singer, and one of the most influential guitarists of the 60s, he was also a marvelous storyteller, a peerless musical historian, and one of the most quotable figures on the Village scene. The Mayor of MacDougal Streetis a firsthand account by a major player in the social and musical history of the 50s and 60s. It features encounters with young stars-to-be like Bob Dylan, Tom Paxton, Phil Ochs, and Joni Mitchell, as well as older luminaries like the Reverend Gary Davis, Mississippi John Hurt, and Odetta. Colorful, hilarious, and engaging,The Mayor of MacDougal Streetis a feast for anyone interested in the music, politics, and spirit of a revolutionary period in American culture. Critic Reviews: In Greenwich Village, Van Ronk was king of the street, he reigned supreme. (Bob Dylan) A wise and very funny book. (The New Yorker) A hulking raconteur and iconoclast, [Van Ronk] fondly captures the spirit of the times. (Q) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mayor of MacDougal Street Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Dave Van Ronk, Elijah Wald Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 04-27-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Hear the memoir that served as inspiration for a major motion picture written and directed by the Coen brothers. Dave Van Ronk was one of the founding figures of the 1960s folk revival, but he was far more than that. A pioneer of modern acoustic blues, a fine songwriter and arranger, a powerful singer, and one of the most influential guitarists of the 60s, he was also a marvelous storyteller, a peerless musical historian, and one of the most quotable figures on the Village scene. The Mayor of MacDougal Streetis a firsthand account by a major player in the social and musical history of the 50s and 60s. It features encounters with young stars-to-be like Bob Dylan, Tom Paxton, Phil Ochs, and Joni Mitchell, as well as older luminaries like the Reverend Gary Davis, Mississippi John Hurt, and Odetta. Colorful, hilarious, and engaging,The Mayor of MacDougal Streetis a feast for anyone interested in the music, politics, and spirit of a revolutionary period in American culture. Critic Reviews: In Greenwich Village, Van Ronk was king of the street, he reigned supreme. (Bob Dylan) A wise and very funny book. (The New Yorker) A hulking raconteur and iconoclast, [Van Ronk] fondly captures the spirit of the times. (Q) Members Reviews: Overview of NYC folk music scene of '50's & 60's. If you like folk music of the mid- to late 20th century, you'll probably enjoy this memoir, an insider's perspective of the folk music scene, mostly around Greenwich Village. Mention Dave Van Ronk to someone today and you are likely to get a blank stare. Van Ronk never was a superstar but was well known, especially among other folk singers. The narrative is first person, but this is more like an autobiography of his professional life than his personal life. For example, we learn that he was married twice, but you learn little more about his wives than their names. Wald has done a brilliant job editing the material left by Dave Van Ronk. In an epilogue by Wald, you can tell this was a labor of love. Although the book was the inspiration for the Coen Brothers film "Inside Llewyn Davis," van Ronk differed in important ways from the character in the film. For example, Dave's first love was jazz, and he never abandoned it. Although he hitched a ride to Chicago and back once in hopes of playing at The Gate of Horn, there was never involved a jazz musician resembling Roland Turner nor the Kerouac-like driver/beat poet Johnny Five. This is what we missed out on! Honestly, I didn't know who Dave Van Ronk was until I listened to this book. I got this book because I was interested in learning about the 1960's music scene in Greenwich Village. The book taught me much more than what I had expected. Dave Van Ronk is hilarious and honest in his depictions of the period. I was fascinated by the period, disillusioned a little bit but overall really enjoyed the journey through his experience. I always thought Bob Dylan was an elusive character, but Van Ronk's description of him perfectly explained why this was the case. Greenwich Village in the late '50s and early '60s was such a unique place/time - so many of the musicians who flocked in the area influenced each other. Sure, Dylan had a talent, but he would never have emerged as he did without the unique window of space/time described in this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Divided-Soul-Audiobook/B002V1JG88 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Divided Soul Subtitle: The Life of Marvin Gaye Author: David Ritz Narrator: Dion Graham Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 08-13-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Here is Marvin's story, from his early years in the slums of Washington, D.C. to his rise to the top of the Motown industry, his fall from grace, his comeback, and finally his sudden, shocking end at the hands of his own father. It is also the story of his glorious music and the music of black America over the past fifty years, an epic tale whose cast of characters includes Diana Ross, Berry Gordie, Smokey Robinson, and Stevie Wonder. Critic Reviews: "[David Ritz] tells Marvin Gaye's sorrowful story with remarkable insight and sensitivity....Divided Soul is often startlingly candid, but it manages to avoid lurid sensationalism, no mean feat given the particulars of the story: sex, drugs, child abuse, show business scandal." ( The Nation) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Ritz) Wed, 13 Aug 2008 09:38:27 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Divided-Soul-Audiobook/B002V1JG88 thebookvoice.com 06:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Divided Soul Subtitle: The Life of Marvin Gaye Author: David Ritz Narrator: Dion Graham Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 08-13-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Here is Marvin's story, from his early years in the slums of Washington, D.C. to his rise to the top of the Motown industry, his fall from grace, his comeback, and finally his sudden, shocking end at the hands of his own father. It is also the story of his glorious music and the music of black America over the past fifty years, an epic tale whose cast of characters includes Diana Ross, Berry Gordie, Smokey Robinson, and Stevie Wonder. Critic Reviews: "[David Ritz] tells Marvin Gaye's sorrowful story with remarkable insight and sensitivity....Divided Soul is often startlingly candid, but it manages to avoid lurid sensationalism, no mean feat given the particulars of the story: sex, drugs, child abuse, show business scandal." ( The Nation) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Divided Soul Subtitle: The Life of Marvin Gaye Author: David Ritz Narrator: Dion Graham Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 08-13-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Here is Marvin's story, from his early years in the slums of Washington, D.C. to his rise to the top of the Motown industry, his fall from grace, his comeback, and finally his sudden, shocking end at the hands of his own father. It is also the story of his glorious music and the music of black America over the past fifty years, an epic tale whose cast of characters includes Diana Ross, Berry Gordie, Smokey Robinson, and Stevie Wonder. Critic Reviews: "[David Ritz] tells Marvin Gaye's sorrowful story with remarkable insight and sensitivity....Divided Soul is often startlingly candid, but it manages to avoid lurid sensationalism, no mean feat given the particulars of the story: sex, drugs, child abuse, show business scandal." ( The Nation) Members Reviews: Wow made for the big screen I learned so much about Marvin Gaye and the music that I do love. I am so surprised they haven't turns this into a movie for the big screens. it certainly has all the drama love sex and drugs that will fill the seats. I didn't love the narrator. In fact I purchased this AB once before and returned it only to repurchase some months later because my sister said I would love it. She was right. After a chapter or so in I was so into the story that the narrator voice didn't irk me so. I highly recommend this book. Nice I really enjoyed this book. It was sad and joyful all at the same time. I enjoyed the way the story was told and learned so many things about Marvin that I never knew. It is an awesome biography. Incredible This audio book is one of the best I've heard. The narration was excellent, the history of Marvin's childhood was insightful & the psychology of what happens to beautiful, gifted children when they have deep-seeded shame is accurate. Marvin's difficult life living in his own skin made me feel such sadness for him & all those who are hurt by shame. Musical Genius This is a awesome read from beginning to end. It lays out Marvin's life story in an elegant fashion. He was one if the greatest despite his demons. Excellent Audio Book Marvin Gaye was such a talented artist. This books gives you an inside look on his struggles and demons. Never judge a book by it's cover. He was not a happy man even with all of the glitz and glam. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Cornflakes-with-John-Lennon-Audiobook/B003D5IQY6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cornflakes with John Lennon Subtitle: And Other Tales from a Rock 'n' Roll Life Author: Robert Hilburn Narrator: Rob Hilburn, Jr Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 03-24-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Robert Hilburns storied career as a rock critic has allowed him a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of some of the most iconic figures of our time. He was the only music critic to visit Folsom Prison with Johnny Cash. He met John Lennon during his "lost weekend" period in Los Angeles, and they became friends. Bob Dylan granted him his only interviews during his "born again" period and the occasion of his 50th birthday. Michael Jackson invited Hilburn to watch cartoons with him in his bedroom. When Springsteen took to playing only old hits, Hilburn scolded him for turning his legendary concerts into oldies revues, and Springsteen changed his set list. In this unique account of the symbiotic relationship between critic and musical artist, Hilburn reflects on the ways in which he has changed and been changed by the subjects hes covered. And Bono weighs in with an introduction about how Hilburns criticism influenced and altered his own development as a musician. Corn Flakes with John Lennon is more than one mans adventures in rock and roll; its the gripping and untold story of how popular music reshapes the way we think about the world and helps to define the modern American character. Editorial Reviews: Robert Hilburn, one of rock musics most respected critics, is a very lucky guy. Not only was he music editor at The Los Angeles Times for three and a half decades when most of the very best rock n roll was being made, but he has been privy to iconic occasions in music history that no other journalist and sometimes no other living soul at all has witnessed. His memoir is a catalogue of legendary figures and moments that will amaze and delight anyone with even a mild interest in popular culture. As a weird bonus to the solidly entertaining and practiced reportage of the book itself, the audiobook is narrated by Hilburns son. The author, now in his early 70s, is letting his kid carry the torch and it burns brightly. Hilburn Jr. turns in an appropriately reverent and personal portrait of his fathers voice, telling these stories by radiating the same wit and enthusiasm with which they were no doubt told to him in his youth. The memoir is organized chronologically, so the Hilburns begin with Elvis and Lennon. There is some interesting insight into Colonel Tom Parker, as well as a very humanizing take on Yoko Ono. He also manages to crack the notoriously tough nut of Bob Dylan, and the formidable childishness of Michael Jackson. As the only reporter at Johnny Cashs famous Folsom Prison show, and also at one of his last unpublicized small performances, the author has a lot of charming details to share. His ruminations on Bono and The Boss offer some of the most refreshingly humorous and optimistic moments in the book. Hilburn Jr. does justice to the obsessions of his father, but also manages to take the rock stars seriously adding just a touch of Dylans scuzzy drawl, Springsteens Jersey swagger, or Bonos Irish lilt. He doesnt dare try to imitate these classic voices or parrot the tones of his father. What we have here is a true gem, where the writing speaks for itself in charting the development of Hilburn as an amazing contributor in the field of music criticism, subtly and lovingly accented by the narration of his son. Critic Reviews: "So many great memories came flooding back to me when I read Corn Flakes With John Lennon. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert Hilburn) Wed, 24 Mar 2010 19:59:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Cornflakes-with-John-Lennon-Audiobook/B003D5IQY6 thebookvoice.com 07:59:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cornflakes with John Lennon Subtitle: And Other Tales from a Rock 'n' Roll Life Author: Robert Hilburn Narrator: Rob Hilburn, Jr Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 03-24-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Robert Hilburns storied career as a rock critic has allowed him a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of some of the most iconic figures of our time. He was the only music critic to visit Folsom Prison with Johnny Cash. He met John Lennon during his "lost weekend" period in Los Angeles, and they became friends. Bob Dylan granted him his only interviews during his "born again" period and the occasion of his 50th birthday. Michael Jackson invited Hilburn to watch cartoons with him in his bedroom. When Springsteen took to playing only old hits, Hilburn scolded him for turning his legendary concerts into oldies revues, and Springsteen changed his set list. In this unique account of the symbiotic relationship between critic and musical artist, Hilburn reflects on the ways in which he has changed and been changed by the subjects hes covered. And Bono weighs in with an introduction about how Hilburns criticism influenced and altered his own development as a musician. Corn Flakes with John Lennon is more than one mans adventures in rock and roll; its the gripping and untold story of how popular music reshapes the way we think about the world and helps to define the modern American character. Editorial Reviews: Robert Hilburn, one of rock musics most respected critics, is a very lucky guy. Not only was he music editor at The Los Angeles Times for three and a half decades when most of the very best rock n roll was being made, but he has been privy to iconic occasions in music history that no other journalist and sometimes no other living soul at all has witnessed. His memoir is a catalogue of legendary figures and moments that will amaze and delight anyone with even a mild interest in popular culture. As a weird bonus to the solidly entertaining and practiced reportage of the book itself, the audiobook is narrated by Hilburns son. The author, now in his early 70s, is letting his kid carry the torch and it burns brightly. Hilburn Jr. turns in an appropriately reverent and personal portrait of his fathers voice, telling these stories by radiating the same wit and enthusiasm with which they were no doubt told to him in his youth. The memoir is organized chronologically, so the Hilburns begin with Elvis and Lennon. There is some interesting insight into Colonel Tom Parker, as well as a very humanizing take on Yoko Ono. He also manages to crack the notoriously tough nut of Bob Dylan, and the formidable childishness of Michael Jackson. As the only reporter at Johnny Cashs famous Folsom Prison show, and also at one of his last unpublicized small performances, the author has a lot of charming details to share. His ruminations on Bono and The Boss offer some of the most refreshingly humorous and optimistic moments in the book. Hilburn Jr. does justice to the obsessions of his father, but also manages to take the rock stars seriously adding just a touch of Dylans scuzzy drawl, Springsteens Jersey swagger, or Bonos Irish lilt. He doesnt dare try to imitate these classic voices or parrot the tones of his father. What we have here is a true gem, where the writing speaks for itself in charting the development of Hilburn as an amazing contributor in the field of music criticism, subtly and lovingly accented by the narration of his son. Critic Reviews: "So many great memories came flooding back to me when I read Corn Flakes With John Lennon. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cornflakes with John Lennon Subtitle: And Other Tales from a Rock 'n' Roll Life Author: Robert Hilburn Narrator: Rob Hilburn, Jr Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 03-24-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Robert Hilburns storied career as a rock critic has allowed him a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of some of the most iconic figures of our time. He was the only music critic to visit Folsom Prison with Johnny Cash. He met John Lennon during his "lost weekend" period in Los Angeles, and they became friends. Bob Dylan granted him his only interviews during his "born again" period and the occasion of his 50th birthday. Michael Jackson invited Hilburn to watch cartoons with him in his bedroom. When Springsteen took to playing only old hits, Hilburn scolded him for turning his legendary concerts into oldies revues, and Springsteen changed his set list. In this unique account of the symbiotic relationship between critic and musical artist, Hilburn reflects on the ways in which he has changed and been changed by the subjects hes covered. And Bono weighs in with an introduction about how Hilburns criticism influenced and altered his own development as a musician. Corn Flakes with John Lennon is more than one mans adventures in rock and roll; its the gripping and untold story of how popular music reshapes the way we think about the world and helps to define the modern American character. Editorial Reviews: Robert Hilburn, one of rock musics most respected critics, is a very lucky guy. Not only was he music editor at The Los Angeles Times for three and a half decades when most of the very best rock n roll was being made, but he has been privy to iconic occasions in music history that no other journalist and sometimes no other living soul at all has witnessed. His memoir is a catalogue of legendary figures and moments that will amaze and delight anyone with even a mild interest in popular culture. As a weird bonus to the solidly entertaining and practiced reportage of the book itself, the audiobook is narrated by Hilburns son. The author, now in his early 70s, is letting his kid carry the torch and it burns brightly. Hilburn Jr. turns in an appropriately reverent and personal portrait of his fathers voice, telling these stories by radiating the same wit and enthusiasm with which they were no doubt told to him in his youth. The memoir is organized chronologically, so the Hilburns begin with Elvis and Lennon. There is some interesting insight into Colonel Tom Parker, as well as a very humanizing take on Yoko Ono. He also manages to crack the notoriously tough nut of Bob Dylan, and the formidable childishness of Michael Jackson. As the only reporter at Johnny Cashs famous Folsom Prison show, and also at one of his last unpublicized small performances, the author has a lot of charming details to share. His ruminations on Bono and The Boss offer some of the most refreshingly humorous and optimistic moments in the book. Hilburn Jr. does justice to the obsessions of his father, but also manages to take the rock stars seriously adding just a touch of Dylans scuzzy drawl, Springsteens Jersey swagger, or Bonos Irish lilt. He doesnt dare try to imitate these classic voices or parrot the tones of his father. What we have here is a true gem, where the writing speaks for itself in charting the development of Hilburn as an amazing contributor in the field of music criticism, subtly and lovingly accented by the narration of his son. Critic Reviews: "So many great memories came flooding back to me when I read Corn Flakes With John Lennon. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Soundtrack-of-My-Life-Audiobook/B00B5JNIZ4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Soundtrack of My Life Author: Clive Davis Narrator: Dennis Boutsikaris, Clive Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 02-19-13 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 221 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this star-studded autobiography, Clive Davis shares a personal, candid look into his remarkable life and the last 50 years of popular music as only a true insider can. In the history of popular music, no one looms as large as Clive Davis. His career has spanned more than 40 years, and he has discovered, signed, or worked with a staggering array of artists: Whitney Houston, Janis Joplin, Simon and Garfunkel, Barry Manilow, Patti Smith, Lou Reed, Dionne Warwick, Carlos Santana, The Grateful Dead, Alicia Keyes, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, and Aretha Franklin, to name a few. He has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, received a Lifetime Achievement Grammy, and hosted the worlds highest profile parties. In this personal account, Davis tells all, from becoming an orphan in high school and getting through college and law school on scholarships, to being falsely accused of embezzlement and starting up his own record company, J Records. His wealth of experience offers valuable insight into the evolution of the music business over the past half-century and into the future. Told with Davis's unmatched wit, frankness, and style, Clive exposes a trove of never-before-heard stories - some hilarious, others tragic, all revealing - that will captivate and inspire all music lovers. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Clive Davis) Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:34:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Soundtrack-of-My-Life-Audiobook/B00B5JNIZ4 thebookvoice.com 22:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Soundtrack of My Life Author: Clive Davis Narrator: Dennis Boutsikaris, Clive Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 02-19-13 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 221 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this star-studded autobiography, Clive Davis shares a personal, candid look into his remarkable life and the last 50 years of popular music as only a true insider can. In the history of popular music, no one looms as large as Clive Davis. His career has spanned more than 40 years, and he has discovered, signed, or worked with a staggering array of artists: Whitney Houston, Janis Joplin, Simon and Garfunkel, Barry Manilow, Patti Smith, Lou Reed, Dionne Warwick, Carlos Santana, The Grateful Dead, Alicia Keyes, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, and Aretha Franklin, to name a few. He has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, received a Lifetime Achievement Grammy, and hosted the worlds highest profile parties. In this personal account, Davis tells all, from becoming an orphan in high school and getting through college and law school on scholarships, to being falsely accused of embezzlement and starting up his own record company, J Records. His wealth of experience offers valuable insight into the evolution of the music business over the past half-century and into the future. Told with Davis's unmatched wit, frankness, and style, Clive exposes a trove of never-before-heard stories - some hilarious, others tragic, all revealing - that will captivate and inspire all music lovers. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Soundtrack of My Life Author: Clive Davis Narrator: Dennis Boutsikaris, Clive Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 02-19-13 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 221 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this star-studded autobiography, Clive Davis shares a personal, candid look into his remarkable life and the last 50 years of popular music as only a true insider can. In the history of popular music, no one looms as large as Clive Davis. His career has spanned more than 40 years, and he has discovered, signed, or worked with a staggering array of artists: Whitney Houston, Janis Joplin, Simon and Garfunkel, Barry Manilow, Patti Smith, Lou Reed, Dionne Warwick, Carlos Santana, The Grateful Dead, Alicia Keyes, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, and Aretha Franklin, to name a few. He has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, received a Lifetime Achievement Grammy, and hosted the worlds highest profile parties. In this personal account, Davis tells all, from becoming an orphan in high school and getting through college and law school on scholarships, to being falsely accused of embezzlement and starting up his own record company, J Records. His wealth of experience offers valuable insight into the evolution of the music business over the past half-century and into the future. Told with Davis's unmatched wit, frankness, and style, Clive exposes a trove of never-before-heard stories - some hilarious, others tragic, all revealing - that will captivate and inspire all music lovers. Members Reviews: A Look into...nothing Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? If you are looking for insight into various artists and the music industry, you'll still be searching after 20-plus hours of drivel Has The Soundtrack of My Life turned you off from other books in this genre? no Would you listen to another book narrated by Dennis Boutsikaris and Clive Davis ? no Did The Soundtrack of My Life inspire you to do anything? no Any additional comments? Hi, I'm Clive Davis. I never made a mistake, and people who failed would have been successful had they listened to me. People who were successful, would have been more successful had they listened to me. great story and sensational narration...a #1 hit! Close up look at the evolution of the recorded business over the past 30 or so years. Lots of great detail on personalities, as well as interesting events. I've been listening to Audible for 14 years, and the narration performed by Dennis Boutsikaris was, by far, the best reading I've ever heard. The content was 5 star. The narration was 7 star. Full of himself. What would have made The Soundtrack of My Life better? If someone else would have read it for him so it didn't come off so self-serving. What could Clive Davis have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? Not have bragged so much. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Dennis Boutsikaris and Clive Davis ? I don't know. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? Yes. It showed what you can become when your ego runs rampant Any additional comments? Wish he would go away. I, I, I, me, me, me Would you try another book from Clive Davis and/or Dennis Boutsikaris and Clive Davis ? I would not read another book by Clive Davis. I thought the narrator did a fine job. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Wishing-on-the-Moon-Audiobook/B002V5GSMQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wishing on the Moon Subtitle: The Life and Times of Billie Holiday Author: Donald Clarke Narrator: Anna Fields Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 06-21-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 74 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: No singer has been more mythologized and more misunderstood than jazz legend Billie Holiday, who helped to create much of the mystique herself with her autobiography, Lady Sings the Blues - and this authentic biography sets the record straight. Donald Clarke was given unrivaled access to a treasure trove of interviews from the 1970s with those who knew Lady Day in all stages of her short, tragic life - from her childhood in the streets and good-time houses of Baltimore, through the early days of success in New York and the years of fame, to her tragic decline and death at the age of 44. This biography separates fact from fiction to reveal the true Billie Holiday. Critic Reviews: "A thoroughly riveting account of Holiday and her milieu." ( New York Newsday) "May be the most thoroughly valuable of the many books on Holiday." ( The New York Times Book Review) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Donald Clarke) Thu, 21 Jun 2012 09:51:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Wishing-on-the-Moon-Audiobook/B002V5GSMQ thebookvoice.com 17:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wishing on the Moon Subtitle: The Life and Times of Billie Holiday Author: Donald Clarke Narrator: Anna Fields Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 06-21-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 74 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: No singer has been more mythologized and more misunderstood than jazz legend Billie Holiday, who helped to create much of the mystique herself with her autobiography, Lady Sings the Blues - and this authentic biography sets the record straight. Donald Clarke was given unrivaled access to a treasure trove of interviews from the 1970s with those who knew Lady Day in all stages of her short, tragic life - from her childhood in the streets and good-time houses of Baltimore, through the early days of success in New York and the years of fame, to her tragic decline and death at the age of 44. This biography separates fact from fiction to reveal the true Billie Holiday. Critic Reviews: "A thoroughly riveting account of Holiday and her milieu." ( New York Newsday) "May be the most thoroughly valuable of the many books on Holiday." ( The New York Times Book Review) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wishing on the Moon Subtitle: The Life and Times of Billie Holiday Author: Donald Clarke Narrator: Anna Fields Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 06-21-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 74 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: No singer has been more mythologized and more misunderstood than jazz legend Billie Holiday, who helped to create much of the mystique herself with her autobiography, Lady Sings the Blues - and this authentic biography sets the record straight. Donald Clarke was given unrivaled access to a treasure trove of interviews from the 1970s with those who knew Lady Day in all stages of her short, tragic life - from her childhood in the streets and good-time houses of Baltimore, through the early days of success in New York and the years of fame, to her tragic decline and death at the age of 44. This biography separates fact from fiction to reveal the true Billie Holiday. Critic Reviews: "A thoroughly riveting account of Holiday and her milieu." ( New York Newsday) "May be the most thoroughly valuable of the many books on Holiday." ( The New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Good Biography, Tedious Discography I enjoyed this book very much. Lady was a fascinating person. The only problem with the book (to me) was that there were too many details about recording sessions. I don't really care who played drums on which song at which session. However, the rest of the book was great. The narrator was perfect for the material. The language in the book can be pretty salty so be advised if listening out loud. All in all a good bio. Comment on the other reviews. Normally I wouldn't comment on other reviews. Opinions are opinions, after all. But, in this case, I feel it's worthwhile. First off, with regard to the discographical information. This is a book about a musician. You're going to get information about who she played with. It matters to the story because it puts Holliday's recordings in context. In the case of Billie Holiday, I think it's especially important because singers were often seen as something less than musicians prior to Holiday changing the game. To know the level of musicians she associated with tells us that they thought of her as a peer, not merely a singer. At any rate, I hardly feel like this information is over done or over bearing. The material is always presented in the context of the narrative. It's not like we're just presented with lists of dates and names. Secondly, that the narrator Anna Fields is affecting a "black" accent (whatever that is supposed to be) is absurd. Listen to a clip of Ms. Fields reading anything else. What you're hearing is her voice. I find it to be perfectly pleasant for the material. Different strokes and all that, but I don't see this one at all. To the third point, that it is sometimes difficult to follow who is talking about whom, this is a point I will agree with. However, the author states in his introduction, he's had to rely heavily on transcripts of interviews made by someone else twenty years prior where only the answers were recorded. It stands to reason there'd be some confusion in what is already a pretty confusing story. Maybe it reads better, maybe it's the writing. At any rate, I found this book to be pretty engrossing. Holiday's story is very complicated, much by her own doing, and this book makes a good attempt to cut through the myth and get to the truth. Clarke does a good job balancing Holiday the artist and her personal life, as you really can't have one without the other. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Jason-Molina-Riding-with-the-Ghost-Audiobook/B0785V1VQL Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jason Molina: Riding with the Ghost Author: Erin Osmon Narrator: Doug Greene Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 12-08-17 Publisher: Beacon Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Erin Osmon presents a detailed, human account of the Rust Belt-born musician Jason Molina - a visionary, prolific, and at times cantankerous singer-songwriter with an autodidactic style that captivated his devoted fans. The songwriting giant behind the bands Songs: Ohia and Magnolia Electric Co. had a knack for spinning tales, from the many personal myths he cultivated throughout his life to the poems and ballads he penned and performed. As with too many great musicians, Molinas complicated relationship with the truth, combined with a secretive relationship with the bottle, ultimately claimed his life. Jason Molina: Riding with the Ghost details Molinas personal trials and triumphs and reveals for the first time the true story of Molinas last months and works, including an unpublished album unknown to many of his fans. Offering unfettered access to the mind and artistry of Molina through exclusive interviews with family, friends, and collaborators, the audiobook also explores the Midwest music underground and the development of Indiana-based label Secretly Canadian. As the first authorized and detailed account of this prolific songwriter and self-mythologizer, Jason Molina provides listeners with unparalleled insight into Molinas tormented life and the fascinating Midwest musical underground that birthed him. Its a story for the ages that speaks volumes to the triumphs and trials of the artistic spirit while exploring the meaningful music that Molinas creative genius left behind. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Erin Osmon) Fri, 08 Dec 2017 00:24:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Jason-Molina-Riding-with-the-Ghost-Audiobook/B0785V1VQL thebookvoice.com 08:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jason Molina: Riding with the Ghost Author: Erin Osmon Narrator: Doug Greene Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 12-08-17 Publisher: Beacon Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Erin Osmon presents a detailed, human account of the Rust Belt-born musician Jason Molina - a visionary, prolific, and at times cantankerous singer-songwriter with an autodidactic style that captivated his devoted fans. The songwriting giant behind the bands Songs: Ohia and Magnolia Electric Co. had a knack for spinning tales, from the many personal myths he cultivated throughout his life to the poems and ballads he penned and performed. As with too many great musicians, Molinas complicated relationship with the truth, combined with a secretive relationship with the bottle, ultimately claimed his life. Jason Molina: Riding with the Ghost details Molinas personal trials and triumphs and reveals for the first time the true story of Molinas last months and works, including an unpublished album unknown to many of his fans. Offering unfettered access to the mind and artistry of Molina through exclusive interviews with family, friends, and collaborators, the audiobook also explores the Midwest music underground and the development of Indiana-based label Secretly Canadian. As the first authorized and detailed account of this prolific songwriter and self-mythologizer, Jason Molina provides listeners with unparalleled insight into Molinas tormented life and the fascinating Midwest musical underground that birthed him. Its a story for the ages that speaks volumes to the triumphs and trials of the artistic spirit while exploring the meaningful music that Molinas creative genius left behind. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jason Molina: Riding with the Ghost Author: Erin Osmon Narrator: Doug Greene Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 12-08-17 Publisher: Beacon Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Erin Osmon presents a detailed, human account of the Rust Belt-born musician Jason Molina - a visionary, prolific, and at times cantankerous singer-songwriter with an autodidactic style that captivated his devoted fans. The songwriting giant behind the bands Songs: Ohia and Magnolia Electric Co. had a knack for spinning tales, from the many personal myths he cultivated throughout his life to the poems and ballads he penned and performed. As with too many great musicians, Molinas complicated relationship with the truth, combined with a secretive relationship with the bottle, ultimately claimed his life. Jason Molina: Riding with the Ghost details Molinas personal trials and triumphs and reveals for the first time the true story of Molinas last months and works, including an unpublished album unknown to many of his fans. Offering unfettered access to the mind and artistry of Molina through exclusive interviews with family, friends, and collaborators, the audiobook also explores the Midwest music underground and the development of Indiana-based label Secretly Canadian. As the first authorized and detailed account of this prolific songwriter and self-mythologizer, Jason Molina provides listeners with unparalleled insight into Molinas tormented life and the fascinating Midwest musical underground that birthed him. Its a story for the ages that speaks volumes to the triumphs and trials of the artistic spirit while exploring the meaningful music that Molinas creative genius left behind. Members Reviews: Required reading for any major Molina fan I started this book at 11pm, thinking I'd read for an hour or so before bed. Before I knew it, I'd reached the end of the book and it was 4am. Jason Molina has been my all-time favorite musician since I first discovered him in 2005. I knew all the words to all the songs, and I'd derived my own meanings for them, but I often wondered what the circumstances were that caused them to be written. This well-researched book answered many of the questions that I had. Osmon breaks down several song lyrics and ties them to individual events in his life, which is just what I'd always been curious to know. Jason's work was largely autobiographical, but this book is a welcome insight from the other side of the story. To hear from the objects of his love songs was especially a treat. I finished this book with an incredible respect for Darcie Schoenmann. Having listened to his body of work, seen a couple of his performances, and briefly met the man, I'd gotten the impression that he was an intense personality. Through reading Osmon's book, I was able to learn exactly how intense of a personality Molina was and through that I was able to develop a new understanding of his life and work and a respect for the people who loved him. There are a few typos and some issues that could have been resolved in another round of editing, perhaps, but it doesn't detract from the work in any way. Osmon has a great control of pacing and ability to construct a timeline, which makes the book very easy to read. Jason Molina, Songwriter, Son, Brother, Husband I've been excited about this book since I first heard it was being written over a year ago. I've been telling friends about it, some of whom wonder "Is there really a story to tell?" Well, yes there is. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Me-the-Mob-and-the-Music-Audiobook/B003B363QS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Me, the Mob, and the Music Subtitle: One Helluva Ride with Tommy James and the Shondells Author: Tommy James, Martin Fitzpatrick Narrator: David Colacci Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 03-04-10 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 133 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Everyone knows the hits: "Mony Mony," "I Think We're Alone Now," "Crimson and Clover," "Crystal Blue Persuasion." They are nuggets of rock and pop history. However, few know the unlikely story of how these hits came to be. Tommy James had been performing in rock bands in the Michigan area since the age of 12. Prompted to record a few songs by a local disc jockey in 1964, Tommy chose an obscurity titled "Hanky Panky," which became a minor local hit that came and went. Then, in 1966, the record was rediscovered by a Pittsburgh DJ who started playing it on heavy rotation, prompting a tremendous response. Soon every record mogul in New York was pursuing Tommy and the band. Then an even odder thing happened: every offer except one disappeared, and Tommy found himself in the office of Morris Levy at Roulette Records, where he was handed a pen and ominously promised "one helluva ride." Morris Levy, the legendary "godfather" of the music business, needed a hit, and "Hanky Panky" would be his. The song went to number one; Tommy went on to do much more; and Levy continued to reign. Me, the Mob, and the Music tells the intimate story of the complex and sometimes terrifying relationship between the bright-eyed, sweet-faced blonde musician from the heartland and the big, bombastic, brutal bully from the Bronx, who hustled, cheated, and swindled his way to the top of the music industry. It is also the story of this swaggering, wildly creative era of rock 'n' roll---when the hits kept coming and payola and the strong arm tactics of the mob were the norm---and what it was like, for better or worse, to be in the middle of it. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tommy James) Thu, 04 Mar 2010 19:54:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Me-the-Mob-and-the-Music-Audiobook/B003B363QS thebookvoice.com 07:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Me, the Mob, and the Music Subtitle: One Helluva Ride with Tommy James and the Shondells Author: Tommy James, Martin Fitzpatrick Narrator: David Colacci Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 03-04-10 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 133 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Everyone knows the hits: "Mony Mony," "I Think We're Alone Now," "Crimson and Clover," "Crystal Blue Persuasion." They are nuggets of rock and pop history. However, few know the unlikely story of how these hits came to be. Tommy James had been performing in rock bands in the Michigan area since the age of 12. Prompted to record a few songs by a local disc jockey in 1964, Tommy chose an obscurity titled "Hanky Panky," which became a minor local hit that came and went. Then, in 1966, the record was rediscovered by a Pittsburgh DJ who started playing it on heavy rotation, prompting a tremendous response. Soon every record mogul in New York was pursuing Tommy and the band. Then an even odder thing happened: every offer except one disappeared, and Tommy found himself in the office of Morris Levy at Roulette Records, where he was handed a pen and ominously promised "one helluva ride." Morris Levy, the legendary "godfather" of the music business, needed a hit, and "Hanky Panky" would be his. The song went to number one; Tommy went on to do much more; and Levy continued to reign. Me, the Mob, and the Music tells the intimate story of the complex and sometimes terrifying relationship between the bright-eyed, sweet-faced blonde musician from the heartland and the big, bombastic, brutal bully from the Bronx, who hustled, cheated, and swindled his way to the top of the music industry. It is also the story of this swaggering, wildly creative era of rock 'n' roll---when the hits kept coming and payola and the strong arm tactics of the mob were the norm---and what it was like, for better or worse, to be in the middle of it. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Me, the Mob, and the Music Subtitle: One Helluva Ride with Tommy James and the Shondells Author: Tommy James, Martin Fitzpatrick Narrator: David Colacci Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 03-04-10 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 133 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Everyone knows the hits: "Mony Mony," "I Think We're Alone Now," "Crimson and Clover," "Crystal Blue Persuasion." They are nuggets of rock and pop history. However, few know the unlikely story of how these hits came to be. Tommy James had been performing in rock bands in the Michigan area since the age of 12. Prompted to record a few songs by a local disc jockey in 1964, Tommy chose an obscurity titled "Hanky Panky," which became a minor local hit that came and went. Then, in 1966, the record was rediscovered by a Pittsburgh DJ who started playing it on heavy rotation, prompting a tremendous response. Soon every record mogul in New York was pursuing Tommy and the band. Then an even odder thing happened: every offer except one disappeared, and Tommy found himself in the office of Morris Levy at Roulette Records, where he was handed a pen and ominously promised "one helluva ride." Morris Levy, the legendary "godfather" of the music business, needed a hit, and "Hanky Panky" would be his. The song went to number one; Tommy went on to do much more; and Levy continued to reign. Me, the Mob, and the Music tells the intimate story of the complex and sometimes terrifying relationship between the bright-eyed, sweet-faced blonde musician from the heartland and the big, bombastic, brutal bully from the Bronx, who hustled, cheated, and swindled his way to the top of the music industry. It is also the story of this swaggering, wildly creative era of rock 'n' roll---when the hits kept coming and payola and the strong arm tactics of the mob were the norm---and what it was like, for better or worse, to be in the middle of it. Members Reviews: What a ride - excellent story, well told I played Tommy James music as a DJ in the 60's. Who knew? I enjoyed the ride and, for me, this was a page-turner. I like Tommy's sincerity and directness. He does not "bad-mouth" anyone, and is open about his mistakes. A great listen for those interested in the music business - especially from this era. An excellent listen! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes - it's a great look at part of the history of pop music that isn't often talked about and I read and listen to lots of music books. What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? Tommy Jame's openness to talking about his success and his failures was very refreashing. Have you listened to any of David Colaccis other performances before? How does this one compare? n/a Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? His reference to how he treated those in his personal life vs. his career. Tommy James is an idiot and this book is fluff This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? Tommy James is possibly the only person who may like this book Any additional comments? This is just a collection of bullet points and Tommy James telling us how great he is despite revealing that he basically intimidated and stole from the song writers who gave him his hits. He talks more about a random woman he met than his son and contradicts himself atleast a 100 times..garbage. I will never enjoy Crimson and Clover again... Mobsters in Rock and Roll? Would you listen to Me, the Mob, and the Music again? Why? I would if I had the time. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Beer-Drinkers-and-Hell-Raisers-Audiobook/B071VGJGL8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers Subtitle: The Rise of Motörhead Author: Martin Popoff Narrator: A. T. Chandler Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers is the first book to celebrate the classic-era Motörhead lineup of Lemmy Kilmister, "Fast" Eddie Clarke, and Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor. Through interviews with all of the principal troublemakers, Martin Popoff celebrates the formation of the band and the records that made them legends: Motörhead, Overkill, Bomber, Ace of Spades, No Sleep 'til Hammersmith, and Iron Fist. An in-depth coda brings the story up to date with the shocking recent deaths of Taylor and Kilmister. Motörhead comes to life in this book as bad-luck bad boys - doused in drink and drugs, most notably speed - incapable of running their lives right save for Fast Eddie, who is charged with holding things together. Popoff also examines the heady climate of music through the band's rise to prominence during the New Wave of British heavy metal, with detailed reflection on Motörhead's unique position in the scene as both originators and embattled survivors who carried on the renegade spirit of those times. Critic Reviews: "Martin has the most thorough knowledge of heavy metal of anybody I've ever met." (Dee Snider, Twisted Sister frontman) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Martin Popoff) Tue, 16 May 2017 02:14:44 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Beer-Drinkers-and-Hell-Raisers-Audiobook/B071VGJGL8 thebookvoice.com 08:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers Subtitle: The Rise of Motörhead Author: Martin Popoff Narrator: A. T. Chandler Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers is the first book to celebrate the classic-era Motörhead lineup of Lemmy Kilmister, "Fast" Eddie Clarke, and Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor. Through interviews with all of the principal troublemakers, Martin Popoff celebrates the formation of the band and the records that made them legends: Motörhead, Overkill, Bomber, Ace of Spades, No Sleep 'til Hammersmith, and Iron Fist. An in-depth coda brings the story up to date with the shocking recent deaths of Taylor and Kilmister. Motörhead comes to life in this book as bad-luck bad boys - doused in drink and drugs, most notably speed - incapable of running their lives right save for Fast Eddie, who is charged with holding things together. Popoff also examines the heady climate of music through the band's rise to prominence during the New Wave of British heavy metal, with detailed reflection on Motörhead's unique position in the scene as both originators and embattled survivors who carried on the renegade spirit of those times. Critic Reviews: "Martin has the most thorough knowledge of heavy metal of anybody I've ever met." (Dee Snider, Twisted Sister frontman) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers Subtitle: The Rise of Motörhead Author: Martin Popoff Narrator: A. T. Chandler Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers is the first book to celebrate the classic-era Motörhead lineup of Lemmy Kilmister, "Fast" Eddie Clarke, and Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor. Through interviews with all of the principal troublemakers, Martin Popoff celebrates the formation of the band and the records that made them legends: Motörhead, Overkill, Bomber, Ace of Spades, No Sleep 'til Hammersmith, and Iron Fist. An in-depth coda brings the story up to date with the shocking recent deaths of Taylor and Kilmister. Motörhead comes to life in this book as bad-luck bad boys - doused in drink and drugs, most notably speed - incapable of running their lives right save for Fast Eddie, who is charged with holding things together. Popoff also examines the heady climate of music through the band's rise to prominence during the New Wave of British heavy metal, with detailed reflection on Motörhead's unique position in the scene as both originators and embattled survivors who carried on the renegade spirit of those times. Critic Reviews: "Martin has the most thorough knowledge of heavy metal of anybody I've ever met." (Dee Snider, Twisted Sister frontman) Members Reviews: Good but not great. What did you love best about Beer Drinkers and Hell Raisers? The best bits are of course the stories from the studio and how the respective albums came to be and for a novice motorhead fan this will be a great listen. On the other hand, if you know your Motorhead - you've read the articles, seen the interviews and watched the films - then you're going to be listening to a lot of stories you've heard before, only this time round they have far less punch as it isn't Lemmy, Fast Eddie or Philthy that's telling them, it's some american dude who calls NWOBHM "N-W-O-B-H-M" (and that's only one of quite a few gaffs, which really subtract from the enjoyment of the book i'm afraid - the devil is in the details). Would you be willing to try another one of A. T. Chandlers performances? Personally i didn't enjoy the narrator. The amount of gaffs and the slow, trudging pace of his american drawl are really not a match for what is - or should be - a fast paced story. Having it read by an englishman would've been far, far better in my opinion. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? If the information within the book was new to me, yes, i could've heard it in one session. As it was, and as a die hard Motorhead fan, this was packed with stories and anecdotes i'd heard before. It was good, but not great. Must listen for all fans of Rock & Roll Great stuff that only Motörhead lived. I couldnt put it down. Great narration. Nuff said. Awesome book This is a great piece, it gets into deep corners of what is Motorhead. I love it, it covers the beginnings . Hope that they will release another about later years of the greatest rock and roll band on earth. Cheers Motrhead - Best Rock n Roll band ever Brilliant book. Very very greatly and graciously written. Not a lot can be said that's not entirely been covered. Motrhead - Best Rock n Roll band ever because they're true to their fans and the music they graced me and millions of fans alike with absolutely no compromise. A MUST read/listen!!!!! got through it. it's want bad but not great. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Talking-to-Girls-About-Duran-Duran-Audiobook/B003VSJPXQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Talking to Girls About Duran Duran Author: Robert Sheffield Narrator: Scott Shepherd Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-10 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 187 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The author of the national best seller Love Is a Mix Tape returns, with a different - but equally personal and equally universal - spin on music as memory. Now, in Talking to Girls About Duran Duran, Sheffield shares the soundtrack to his '80s adolescence. It's all here: Inept flirtations. Dumb crushes. Deplorable fashion choices. Members Only jackets. Girls, every last one of whom seems to be madly in love with the bassist of Duran Duran. Sheffield's coming-of-age story is one that we all know, with a playlist that any child of the eighties or anyone who just loves music will sing along with. These songs - and Sheffield's writing - will remind readers of that first kiss, that first car, and the moments that shaped their lives. Editorial Reviews: Anybody who likes reading about music knows Rob Sheffield. A music journalist for more than 20 years, Sheffield's pop culture musings have consistently been some of the funniest rays of sunshine radiating from every issue of Rolling Stone. His first book, Love Is a Mix Tape, rocketed into best seller territory, and this second effort will follow easily on the heels of its predecessor. Narrating Sheffield's rocky rock and roll journey to the heart of his 80s adolescence is Scott Shepard, who stays in step from start to finish. Sheffield emphasizes that he is hardly a good singer, and Shepard dutifully renders the very many bits of lyrics in the fine tradition of half-speaking-half-singing dudes who argue about music history in bars. Everything Sheffield writes is hilarious, from classifying his mopey Morrissey days to listing his top favorite songs released on cassingle. Shepard delivers these rapid-fire manifestoes to all that is good and shameful in the 80s with the speculatory gusto that they deserve. Any one of the short and mostly chronological chapters, each devoted to memories evoked by a particular song, will feel familiar. After all, who among us does not have something filed away under Tone Loc or Def Leppard, Prince or The Replacements? You will unavoidably succumb to Sheffields analysis of the mystical powers of Duran Duran. Shepard plays to all of Sheffield's various moods. Imagine every character's best rant from the two classic record store films Empire Records and High Fidelity, and then throw in the occasional Irish brogue for when Sheffield is talking about his family. The improbable love child of Henry Rollins and Molly Ringwald, Sheffield's take on the defining milestones of his youth is nothing short of majestic. Scott Shepard does a top-notch job of narrating the voice of a generation. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert Sheffield) Thu, 15 Jul 2010 16:07:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Talking-to-Girls-About-Duran-Duran-Audiobook/B003VSJPXQ thebookvoice.com 06:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Talking to Girls About Duran Duran Author: Robert Sheffield Narrator: Scott Shepherd Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-10 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 187 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The author of the national best seller Love Is a Mix Tape returns, with a different - but equally personal and equally universal - spin on music as memory. Now, in Talking to Girls About Duran Duran, Sheffield shares the soundtrack to his '80s adolescence. It's all here: Inept flirtations. Dumb crushes. Deplorable fashion choices. Members Only jackets. Girls, every last one of whom seems to be madly in love with the bassist of Duran Duran. Sheffield's coming-of-age story is one that we all know, with a playlist that any child of the eighties or anyone who just loves music will sing along with. These songs - and Sheffield's writing - will remind readers of that first kiss, that first car, and the moments that shaped their lives. Editorial Reviews: Anybody who likes reading about music knows Rob Sheffield. A music journalist for more than 20 years, Sheffield's pop culture musings have consistently been some of the funniest rays of sunshine radiating from every issue of Rolling Stone. His first book, Love Is a Mix Tape, rocketed into best seller territory, and this second effort will follow easily on the heels of its predecessor. Narrating Sheffield's rocky rock and roll journey to the heart of his 80s adolescence is Scott Shepard, who stays in step from start to finish. Sheffield emphasizes that he is hardly a good singer, and Shepard dutifully renders the very many bits of lyrics in the fine tradition of half-speaking-half-singing dudes who argue about music history in bars. Everything Sheffield writes is hilarious, from classifying his mopey Morrissey days to listing his top favorite songs released on cassingle. Shepard delivers these rapid-fire manifestoes to all that is good and shameful in the 80s with the speculatory gusto that they deserve. Any one of the short and mostly chronological chapters, each devoted to memories evoked by a particular song, will feel familiar. After all, who among us does not have something filed away under Tone Loc or Def Leppard, Prince or The Replacements? You will unavoidably succumb to Sheffields analysis of the mystical powers of Duran Duran. Shepard plays to all of Sheffield's various moods. Imagine every character's best rant from the two classic record store films Empire Records and High Fidelity, and then throw in the occasional Irish brogue for when Sheffield is talking about his family. The improbable love child of Henry Rollins and Molly Ringwald, Sheffield's take on the defining milestones of his youth is nothing short of majestic. Scott Shepard does a top-notch job of narrating the voice of a generation. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Talking to Girls About Duran Duran Author: Robert Sheffield Narrator: Scott Shepherd Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-10 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 187 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The author of the national best seller Love Is a Mix Tape returns, with a different - but equally personal and equally universal - spin on music as memory. Now, in Talking to Girls About Duran Duran, Sheffield shares the soundtrack to his '80s adolescence. It's all here: Inept flirtations. Dumb crushes. Deplorable fashion choices. Members Only jackets. Girls, every last one of whom seems to be madly in love with the bassist of Duran Duran. Sheffield's coming-of-age story is one that we all know, with a playlist that any child of the eighties or anyone who just loves music will sing along with. These songs - and Sheffield's writing - will remind readers of that first kiss, that first car, and the moments that shaped their lives. Editorial Reviews: Anybody who likes reading about music knows Rob Sheffield. A music journalist for more than 20 years, Sheffield's pop culture musings have consistently been some of the funniest rays of sunshine radiating from every issue of Rolling Stone. His first book, Love Is a Mix Tape, rocketed into best seller territory, and this second effort will follow easily on the heels of its predecessor. Narrating Sheffield's rocky rock and roll journey to the heart of his 80s adolescence is Scott Shepard, who stays in step from start to finish. Sheffield emphasizes that he is hardly a good singer, and Shepard dutifully renders the very many bits of lyrics in the fine tradition of half-speaking-half-singing dudes who argue about music history in bars. Everything Sheffield writes is hilarious, from classifying his mopey Morrissey days to listing his top favorite songs released on cassingle. Shepard delivers these rapid-fire manifestoes to all that is good and shameful in the 80s with the speculatory gusto that they deserve. Any one of the short and mostly chronological chapters, each devoted to memories evoked by a particular song, will feel familiar. After all, who among us does not have something filed away under Tone Loc or Def Leppard, Prince or The Replacements? You will unavoidably succumb to Sheffields analysis of the mystical powers of Duran Duran. Shepard plays to all of Sheffield's various moods. Imagine every character's best rant from the two classic record store films Empire Records and High Fidelity, and then throw in the occasional Irish brogue for when Sheffield is talking about his family. The improbable love child of Henry Rollins and Molly Ringwald, Sheffield's take on the defining milestones of his youth is nothing short of majestic. Scott Shepard does a top-notch job of narrating the voice of a generation. Members Reviews: Before there was Team Edward...there was Team John I was once a Duranie. I spent the early part of my teen years making Duran Duran scrap books with pictures I cut out of magazines like, Teen Beat. The first concert I ever went to was a Duran Duran show at Madison Square Garden when I was 13 years old. Floor seats! This is what drew me to this audiobook. Sheffield does a great job expressing the nostalgia many of us feel toward our first music loves, and the embarrassment and slight shame our obsessive behavior left us with. This book has actually helped me to come to terms with my Duran Duran past. Youre only 13 once, and the role music takes on for most of us during this time is irreplaceable. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Radiohead-Audiobook/B002V0KKGQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Radiohead Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 50 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Radiohead. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Radiohead is possibly one of the greatest, and certainly the most popular, bands that ever existed. Canadian radio music journalist Alan Cross charts their development from a "band of English majors", in the UK in the late 1980s and early 1990s through the present day, as internationally beloved and critically acclaimed mega rock stars. Cross' anecdotes and analysis of the members of Radiohead's motivations, desires, and their creative process will have listeners wanting to pull out all their old Radiohead albums and give them one more listen in the light of all this great background knowledge. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Cross) Tue, 01 Sep 2009 21:40:05 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Radiohead-Audiobook/B002V0KKGQ thebookvoice.com 00:50:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Radiohead Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 50 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Radiohead. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Radiohead is possibly one of the greatest, and certainly the most popular, bands that ever existed. Canadian radio music journalist Alan Cross charts their development from a "band of English majors", in the UK in the late 1980s and early 1990s through the present day, as internationally beloved and critically acclaimed mega rock stars. Cross' anecdotes and analysis of the members of Radiohead's motivations, desires, and their creative process will have listeners wanting to pull out all their old Radiohead albums and give them one more listen in the light of all this great background knowledge. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Radiohead Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 50 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Radiohead. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Radiohead is possibly one of the greatest, and certainly the most popular, bands that ever existed. Canadian radio music journalist Alan Cross charts their development from a "band of English majors", in the UK in the late 1980s and early 1990s through the present day, as internationally beloved and critically acclaimed mega rock stars. Cross' anecdotes and analysis of the members of Radiohead's motivations, desires, and their creative process will have listeners wanting to pull out all their old Radiohead albums and give them one more listen in the light of all this great background knowledge. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Bedsit-Disco-Queen-Audiobook/B00H58TMMM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bedsit Disco Queen Subtitle: How I Grew Up and Tried to Be a Pop Star Author: Tracey Thorn Narrator: Tracey Thorn Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Sunday Times top ten bestselling memoir of Tracey Thorn's 30-year pop career with Marine Girls and Everything But The Girl, and her collaborations with Paul Weller, Massive Attack and Todd Terry. 'I was only sixteen when I bought an electric guitar and joined a band. A year later, I formed an all-girl band called the Marine Girls and played gigs, and signed to an indie label, and started releasing records. Then, for eighteen years, between 1982 and 2000, I was one half of the group Everything But the Girl. In that time, we released nine albums and sold nine million records. We went on countless tours, had hit singles and flop singles. I've seen myself described as an indie darling, a middle-of-the-road nobody and a disco diva. I haven't always fitted in, you see, and that's made me face up to the realities of a pop career.' From post-punk teen-band rivalry in suburban Hertfordshire to international chart-topping success via a shared bedsit in Hull, and three decades of touring and making music, this is the funny, perceptive and candid true story of how Tracey Thorn grew up and tried to be a pop star. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tracey Thorn) Thu, 16 Jan 2014 05:50:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Bedsit-Disco-Queen-Audiobook/B00H58TMMM thebookvoice.com 08:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bedsit Disco Queen Subtitle: How I Grew Up and Tried to Be a Pop Star Author: Tracey Thorn Narrator: Tracey Thorn Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Sunday Times top ten bestselling memoir of Tracey Thorn's 30-year pop career with Marine Girls and Everything But The Girl, and her collaborations with Paul Weller, Massive Attack and Todd Terry. 'I was only sixteen when I bought an electric guitar and joined a band. A year later, I formed an all-girl band called the Marine Girls and played gigs, and signed to an indie label, and started releasing records. Then, for eighteen years, between 1982 and 2000, I was one half of the group Everything But the Girl. In that time, we released nine albums and sold nine million records. We went on countless tours, had hit singles and flop singles. I've seen myself described as an indie darling, a middle-of-the-road nobody and a disco diva. I haven't always fitted in, you see, and that's made me face up to the realities of a pop career.' From post-punk teen-band rivalry in suburban Hertfordshire to international chart-topping success via a shared bedsit in Hull, and three decades of touring and making music, this is the funny, perceptive and candid true story of how Tracey Thorn grew up and tried to be a pop star. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bedsit Disco Queen Subtitle: How I Grew Up and Tried to Be a Pop Star Author: Tracey Thorn Narrator: Tracey Thorn Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Sunday Times top ten bestselling memoir of Tracey Thorn's 30-year pop career with Marine Girls and Everything But The Girl, and her collaborations with Paul Weller, Massive Attack and Todd Terry. 'I was only sixteen when I bought an electric guitar and joined a band. A year later, I formed an all-girl band called the Marine Girls and played gigs, and signed to an indie label, and started releasing records. Then, for eighteen years, between 1982 and 2000, I was one half of the group Everything But the Girl. In that time, we released nine albums and sold nine million records. We went on countless tours, had hit singles and flop singles. I've seen myself described as an indie darling, a middle-of-the-road nobody and a disco diva. I haven't always fitted in, you see, and that's made me face up to the realities of a pop career.' From post-punk teen-band rivalry in suburban Hertfordshire to international chart-topping success via a shared bedsit in Hull, and three decades of touring and making music, this is the funny, perceptive and candid true story of how Tracey Thorn grew up and tried to be a pop star. Members Reviews: Insightful autobiography What made the experience of listening to Bedsit Disco Queen the most enjoyable? Tracey Thorn reading her own book in her own unique voice What was one of the most memorable moments of Bedsit Disco Queen? Tracey's recounting of the dark times surrounding her husband's critical illness Which scene was your favorite? Tracey's retelling of the circumstances behind the scenes of recording Everything but the Girl's _The Language of Life_ Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Definitely! Unusual, but interesting! What did you love best about Bedsit Disco Queen? That Tracey wrote and narrated it What did you like best about this story? That it wasn't a gossip-fest or tell-all, but a genuine description of what it was like for her to become a musician. If you like books like this, a GREAT one is Ann & Nancy Wilson's book - give it a try! Have you listened to any of Tracey Thorns other performances before? How does this one compare? Yes, of course I knew her work, but had not seen any interviews, etc. I didn't really understand the title of the book though Any additional comments? I wished Tracey would have described her relationship with Ben in more detail (I am a romantic and think it's great they are still together after all these years!). I also liked how there were a few snips of music in the book Everything but the juicy bits. What did you like best about Bedsit Disco Queen? What did you like least? Lots about this book was fab. The early years, sticking out as odd in Suburbia, Popstar Tracy at Hull Uni, buying a guitar and signed a year later with the Marine Girls. But as with most celeb biogs it's the "missing" bits that are most felt. The whole story was overly padded out with verbatim reviews from various magazines such as NME and Q Magazine. I wanted to get inside her head rather than into the cuttings file. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? I learnt lots about the Indie scene I hadn't really followed at the time and enjoyed the refreshing take on parenting while on tour. Milk and Haribo on the rider etc. The reviews and diary entries went too far though. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Nirvanas-In-Utero-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002UZJX4W Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nirvana's In Utero (33 1/3 Series) Author: Gillian G. Gaar Narrator: Ben Remeaka Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Instead of sticking to the "grunge pop" formula that made Nevermind so palatable to the mainstream, with In Utero Nirvana chose instead to challenge their audience, producing an album that truly matched Kurt Cobain's vision of what he had always wanted the band to sound like. Gillian G. Gaar is the author of She's a Rebel: The History of Women in Rock'n'Roll and Rebels With a Cause: The Story of Green Day. She served as project consultant on the Nirvana box set With the Lights Out, and was an editorial assistant on Krist Noveselic's book Of Grunge and Government: Let's Fix This Broken Democracy. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: Wanting to make new, challenging music and not pander to the expectations set by the mega mainstream success of 1991's Nevermind Nirvana recorded their most developed, compelling, and heavy effort, In Utero. Fuelled by Kurt Cobain's artistic vision and battle with inner demons it would be their final studio album, whose content gained new dark resonance with Cobain's suicide less than a year later. Here, Gillian G. Gaar looks at the development of this landmark rock album. She examines each track of the album; their development, reworking, and the involvement of prolific punk producer Steve Albini. Ben Rameaka performs the exploration in a solid, engaging, but unsentimental tone, painting a vivid picture of the band's energy, techniques, and imagery. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gillian G. Gaar) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 15:53:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Nirvanas-In-Utero-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002UZJX4W thebookvoice.com 02:35:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nirvana's In Utero (33 1/3 Series) Author: Gillian G. Gaar Narrator: Ben Remeaka Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Instead of sticking to the "grunge pop" formula that made Nevermind so palatable to the mainstream, with In Utero Nirvana chose instead to challenge their audience, producing an album that truly matched Kurt Cobain's vision of what he had always wanted the band to sound like. Gillian G. Gaar is the author of She's a Rebel: The History of Women in Rock'n'Roll and Rebels With a Cause: The Story of Green Day. She served as project consultant on the Nirvana box set With the Lights Out, and was an editorial assistant on Krist Noveselic's book Of Grunge and Government: Let's Fix This Broken Democracy. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: Wanting to make new, challenging music and not pander to the expectations set by the mega mainstream success of 1991's Nevermind Nirvana recorded their most developed, compelling, and heavy effort, In Utero. Fuelled by Kurt Cobain's artistic vision and battle with inner demons it would be their final studio album, whose content gained new dark resonance with Cobain's suicide less than a year later. Here, Gillian G. Gaar looks at the development of this landmark rock album. She examines each track of the album; their development, reworking, and the involvement of prolific punk producer Steve Albini. Ben Rameaka performs the exploration in a solid, engaging, but unsentimental tone, painting a vivid picture of the band's energy, techniques, and imagery. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nirvana's In Utero (33 1/3 Series) Author: Gillian G. Gaar Narrator: Ben Remeaka Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Instead of sticking to the "grunge pop" formula that made Nevermind so palatable to the mainstream, with In Utero Nirvana chose instead to challenge their audience, producing an album that truly matched Kurt Cobain's vision of what he had always wanted the band to sound like. Gillian G. Gaar is the author of She's a Rebel: The History of Women in Rock'n'Roll and Rebels With a Cause: The Story of Green Day. She served as project consultant on the Nirvana box set With the Lights Out, and was an editorial assistant on Krist Noveselic's book Of Grunge and Government: Let's Fix This Broken Democracy. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: Wanting to make new, challenging music and not pander to the expectations set by the mega mainstream success of 1991's Nevermind Nirvana recorded their most developed, compelling, and heavy effort, In Utero. Fuelled by Kurt Cobain's artistic vision and battle with inner demons it would be their final studio album, whose content gained new dark resonance with Cobain's suicide less than a year later. Here, Gillian G. Gaar looks at the development of this landmark rock album. She examines each track of the album; their development, reworking, and the involvement of prolific punk producer Steve Albini. Ben Rameaka performs the exploration in a solid, engaging, but unsentimental tone, painting a vivid picture of the band's energy, techniques, and imagery. Members Reviews: Listen between the tracks The 33 1/3 series is known for deconstructing classic albums, and being a huge Nirvana fan I was excited to see a volume released on In Utero. The book tells the story of the recording of the album, and highlights the behind the scenes info that you may not have known about. I especially love this book in the audio format because having it on my Zune was so convenient because when it was over I was easily able to go listen to the album. I wanted to go listen to the album! The narrator tells the stories well, my only sticking point is that he can sometimes go over the top with the voices of the various producers he speaks about. Also, for this particular volume, I would recommend that you're familiar with the box set "With the Lights Out" as it is referenced numerous times. (If you don't have it, you might think of this book as a great ad for it!) As a Nirvana fan I recommend this book, and as a music fan, I'm looking forward to check out the other 33 1/3 volumes Audible offers. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Dig-If-You-Will-the-Picture-Audiobook/B06XY6NWB4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dig If You Will the Picture Subtitle: Funk, Sex, God and Genius in the Music of Prince Author: Ben Greenman Narrator: Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 04-11-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Ben Greenman, New York Times best-selling author, contributing writer to The New Yorker, and owner of thousands of recordings of Prince and Prince-related songs, knows intimately that there has never been a rock star as vibrant, mercurial, willfully contrary, experimental, or prolific as Prince. Uniting a diverse audience while remaining singularly himself, Prince was a tireless artist, a musical virtuoso and chameleon, and a pop-culture prophet who shattered traditional ideas of race and gender, rewrote the rules of identity, and redefined the role of sex in pop music. A polymath in his own right who collaborated with George Clinton and Questlove on their celebrated memoirs, Greenman has been listening to and writing about Prince since the mid-80s. Here, with the passion of an obsessive fan and the skills of a critic, journalist, and novelist, he mines his encyclopedic knowledge of Prince's music to tell both his story and the story of the paradigm-shifting ideas that he communicated to his millions of fans around the world. Critic Reviews: "When it comes to funk and words, lyrics and language, there couldn't be a better pairing than Ben Greenman and Prince. From my experience with both of them, this is the perfect match, like ham hocks and cornflakes." (George Clinton) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ben Greenman) Tue, 11 Apr 2017 22:16:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Dig-If-You-Will-the-Picture-Audiobook/B06XY6NWB4 thebookvoice.com 09:01:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dig If You Will the Picture Subtitle: Funk, Sex, God and Genius in the Music of Prince Author: Ben Greenman Narrator: Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 04-11-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Ben Greenman, New York Times best-selling author, contributing writer to The New Yorker, and owner of thousands of recordings of Prince and Prince-related songs, knows intimately that there has never been a rock star as vibrant, mercurial, willfully contrary, experimental, or prolific as Prince. Uniting a diverse audience while remaining singularly himself, Prince was a tireless artist, a musical virtuoso and chameleon, and a pop-culture prophet who shattered traditional ideas of race and gender, rewrote the rules of identity, and redefined the role of sex in pop music. A polymath in his own right who collaborated with George Clinton and Questlove on their celebrated memoirs, Greenman has been listening to and writing about Prince since the mid-80s. Here, with the passion of an obsessive fan and the skills of a critic, journalist, and novelist, he mines his encyclopedic knowledge of Prince's music to tell both his story and the story of the paradigm-shifting ideas that he communicated to his millions of fans around the world. Critic Reviews: "When it comes to funk and words, lyrics and language, there couldn't be a better pairing than Ben Greenman and Prince. From my experience with both of them, this is the perfect match, like ham hocks and cornflakes." (George Clinton) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dig If You Will the Picture Subtitle: Funk, Sex, God and Genius in the Music of Prince Author: Ben Greenman Narrator: Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 04-11-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Ben Greenman, New York Times best-selling author, contributing writer to The New Yorker, and owner of thousands of recordings of Prince and Prince-related songs, knows intimately that there has never been a rock star as vibrant, mercurial, willfully contrary, experimental, or prolific as Prince. Uniting a diverse audience while remaining singularly himself, Prince was a tireless artist, a musical virtuoso and chameleon, and a pop-culture prophet who shattered traditional ideas of race and gender, rewrote the rules of identity, and redefined the role of sex in pop music. A polymath in his own right who collaborated with George Clinton and Questlove on their celebrated memoirs, Greenman has been listening to and writing about Prince since the mid-80s. Here, with the passion of an obsessive fan and the skills of a critic, journalist, and novelist, he mines his encyclopedic knowledge of Prince's music to tell both his story and the story of the paradigm-shifting ideas that he communicated to his millions of fans around the world. Critic Reviews: "When it comes to funk and words, lyrics and language, there couldn't be a better pairing than Ben Greenman and Prince. From my experience with both of them, this is the perfect match, like ham hocks and cornflakes." (George Clinton) Members Reviews: Reads like a indepth career review & analysis Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes, if they were interested in Prince on an analytical level the way I am. It covers all bases and does so passionately but objectively What other book might you compare Dig If You Will the Picture to and why? Prince by Ronin Ro comes closest, but that's due to subject. What does Peter Berkrot bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? He was a good reader, no complaints from me. He didn't "bring it to life" but it's not that kind of book. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? It made me reflective and helped me realize how much Prince impacted me and pop culture in general Any additional comments? My only gripe with this book is that it labels Prince homophobic when in both instances he was completely objective and not at all insulting to gays. He didn't want to collab with MJ and the bible does say S&G was destroyed for homosexuality, it doesn't make Prince phobic for pointing that out anymore than it makes one racist for reading Uncle Toms Cabin. If you're looking for a tell-all gossip laden book or chronological bio this isn't it, but it incorporates enough of both elements to make it a great all around read. Lastly, you can tell the guy loves Prince, but rather than a love that blinds him to the negative truths about Prince, it's a love that makes him seek for the truth however unfortunate. Good Overview of Prince's Work This book is very well written by an author who has a very detailed understanding of Prince's work. Dry for a biography Would you try another book from Ben Greenman and/or Peter Berkrot? Prince is one of my favorite pop stars of all time, but this biography was light on biography and heavy on history. I just didn't get much of what he was really like from the author who was as starstruck as the rest of us and did not seem to have spent much one on one time. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/David-Bowie-Audiobook/B002VA9PVM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: David Bowie Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, radio broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of David Bowie. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Alan Cross, beloved radio broadcaster and documenter of all things rock presents an artist profile of David Bowie, as part of his Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock audiobook series. Cross, in his familiar, affable, radio voice, discusses the ever changing persona of Bowie who, Cross says, in another line of work may have been diagnosed as a terminal case of attention deficit disorder, but in the world of rock is lauded as a genius and trendsetter whose chameleon-like changes are actually carefully calculated works of style and artistry. Bowie's career has spawned volumes of rock criticism but anyone looking for a quick primer to the Thin White Duke's life and work will find this an informative and engaging profile. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Cross) Mon, 31 Aug 2009 12:14:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/David-Bowie-Audiobook/B002VA9PVM thebookvoice.com 00:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: David Bowie Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, radio broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of David Bowie. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Alan Cross, beloved radio broadcaster and documenter of all things rock presents an artist profile of David Bowie, as part of his Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock audiobook series. Cross, in his familiar, affable, radio voice, discusses the ever changing persona of Bowie who, Cross says, in another line of work may have been diagnosed as a terminal case of attention deficit disorder, but in the world of rock is lauded as a genius and trendsetter whose chameleon-like changes are actually carefully calculated works of style and artistry. Bowie's career has spawned volumes of rock criticism but anyone looking for a quick primer to the Thin White Duke's life and work will find this an informative and engaging profile. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: David Bowie Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, radio broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of David Bowie. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Alan Cross, beloved radio broadcaster and documenter of all things rock presents an artist profile of David Bowie, as part of his Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock audiobook series. Cross, in his familiar, affable, radio voice, discusses the ever changing persona of Bowie who, Cross says, in another line of work may have been diagnosed as a terminal case of attention deficit disorder, but in the world of rock is lauded as a genius and trendsetter whose chameleon-like changes are actually carefully calculated works of style and artistry. Bowie's career has spawned volumes of rock criticism but anyone looking for a quick primer to the Thin White Duke's life and work will find this an informative and engaging profile. Members Reviews: Concise guide to a rock superstar Rapid-fire but informative overview of the career of the legendary David Bowie. It is less than an hour, but good value and engagingly read. A relatively brief overview... The narrative focused on several phases of Bowie's career, and gave a brief summary of the key events of each phase, and the key albums. It was somewhat short, but I would say it's still good value. Not too bad. Quite insightful. Learned a couple of facts that I didn't already know, and without having to trawl through the plethora of Bowie biographies, but couldn't shake the feeling that Alan was just reading from a script that somebody else had produced, (Could detect no real sense of enthusiasm for the subject matter). There are a few glaring mistakes, and mispronunciations, but, all in all, not a bad listen. 5/10 https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Smiths-Meat-is-Murder-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V0JTIG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Smiths' Meat is Murder (33 1/3 Series) Author: Joe Pernice Narrator: Neal Huff Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: A Catholic high school near Boston in 1985. A time of suicides, gymnasium humiliations, smoking for beginners, asthma attacks, and incendiary teenage infatuations. Infatuations with a girl (Allison), with a band (The Smiths) and with an album, Meat is Murder, that was so raw, so vivid and so melodic that you could cling to it life a lifeboat in a storm. Joe Pernice is the singer and songwriter for The Pernice Brothers. Their most recent album is called Yours, Mine and Ours. He has published a book of poetry. This is his first work of fiction. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: The Smiths' 1985 album, Meat Is Murder, can be appreciated at any age but something about its tongue-in-cheek cheeriness and lilting melancholy profoundly speaks to the teenage experience. Rather than examining the album through a historical or critical lens, musician Joe Pernice explores this aspect of the music's power, its beautifully haunting nostalgia, through the story of a catholic high school outsider in 1985 Massachusetts dealing with love, a friend's suicide, and the pains of youth. Likely drawing on Pernice's own youth and relationship to the album it helps the boy through his discontent. Actor Neal Huff performs the audio with a natural comfort and aptitude for storytelling that feels like the grown character nonchalantly recounting his own memoirs. Critic Reviews: "Full of mordant wit and real heartache. A dead-on depiction of what it feels like when pop music articulates your pain with an elegance you could never hope to muster. "Meat is Murder" does a brilliant job of capturing how, in a world that doesn't care, listening to your favorite album can save your life." (The Philadelphia Inquirer) "Pernice hits his mark. The well-developed sense of character, plot and pacing shows that he has serious promise as a novelist. His emotionally precise imagery can be bluntly, chillingly personal." (The Boston Weekly Dig) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Joe Pernice) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 08:34:27 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Smiths-Meat-is-Murder-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V0JTIG thebookvoice.com 02:35:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Smiths' Meat is Murder (33 1/3 Series) Author: Joe Pernice Narrator: Neal Huff Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: A Catholic high school near Boston in 1985. A time of suicides, gymnasium humiliations, smoking for beginners, asthma attacks, and incendiary teenage infatuations. Infatuations with a girl (Allison), with a band (The Smiths) and with an album, Meat is Murder, that was so raw, so vivid and so melodic that you could cling to it life a lifeboat in a storm. Joe Pernice is the singer and songwriter for The Pernice Brothers. Their most recent album is called Yours, Mine and Ours. He has published a book of poetry. This is his first work of fiction. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: The Smiths' 1985 album, Meat Is Murder, can be appreciated at any age but something about its tongue-in-cheek cheeriness and lilting melancholy profoundly speaks to the teenage experience. Rather than examining the album through a historical or critical lens, musician Joe Pernice explores this aspect of the music's power, its beautifully haunting nostalgia, through the story of a catholic high school outsider in 1985 Massachusetts dealing with love, a friend's suicide, and the pains of youth. Likely drawing on Pernice's own youth and relationship to the album it helps the boy through his discontent. Actor Neal Huff performs the audio with a natural comfort and aptitude for storytelling that feels like the grown character nonchalantly recounting his own memoirs. Critic Reviews: "Full of mordant wit and real heartache. A dead-on depiction of what it feels like when pop music articulates your pain with an elegance you could never hope to muster. "Meat is Murder" does a brilliant job of capturing how, in a world that doesn't care, listening to your favorite album can save your life." (The Philadelphia Inquirer) "Pernice hits his mark. The well-developed sense of character, plot and pacing shows that he has serious promise as a novelist. His emotionally precise imagery can be bluntly, chillingly personal." (The Boston Weekly Dig) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Smiths' Meat is Murder (33 1/3 Series) Author: Joe Pernice Narrator: Neal Huff Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: A Catholic high school near Boston in 1985. A time of suicides, gymnasium humiliations, smoking for beginners, asthma attacks, and incendiary teenage infatuations. Infatuations with a girl (Allison), with a band (The Smiths) and with an album, Meat is Murder, that was so raw, so vivid and so melodic that you could cling to it life a lifeboat in a storm. Joe Pernice is the singer and songwriter for The Pernice Brothers. Their most recent album is called Yours, Mine and Ours. He has published a book of poetry. This is his first work of fiction. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: The Smiths' 1985 album, Meat Is Murder, can be appreciated at any age but something about its tongue-in-cheek cheeriness and lilting melancholy profoundly speaks to the teenage experience. Rather than examining the album through a historical or critical lens, musician Joe Pernice explores this aspect of the music's power, its beautifully haunting nostalgia, through the story of a catholic high school outsider in 1985 Massachusetts dealing with love, a friend's suicide, and the pains of youth. Likely drawing on Pernice's own youth and relationship to the album it helps the boy through his discontent. Actor Neal Huff performs the audio with a natural comfort and aptitude for storytelling that feels like the grown character nonchalantly recounting his own memoirs. Critic Reviews: "Full of mordant wit and real heartache. A dead-on depiction of what it feels like when pop music articulates your pain with an elegance you could never hope to muster. "Meat is Murder" does a brilliant job of capturing how, in a world that doesn't care, listening to your favorite album can save your life." (The Philadelphia Inquirer) "Pernice hits his mark. The well-developed sense of character, plot and pacing shows that he has serious promise as a novelist. His emotionally precise imagery can be bluntly, chillingly personal." (The Boston Weekly Dig) Members Reviews: Accurate Fiction about Meat is Murder This book is called the "black sheep" of the 33 1/3 series (the rest of the books are about the making of the title albums) but often times the black sheep can be the most interesting. Meat is Murder is a narrative about figuring out relationships, death, high school, friendship, and music in 1985. Joe Pernice paints a really accurate picture of the kind of kid who would listen to Meat is Murder when it first came out. Any fans of indie music in the 80's would definitely appreciate the story. The audiobook is read by Neal Huff, who I know from watching The Wire. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Listen-to-This-Audiobook/B01MQW2HTX Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Listen to This Subtitle: Miles Davis and Bitches Brew Author: Victor Svorinich Narrator: John Gagnepain Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Listen to This stands out as the first book exclusively dedicated to Davis' watershed 1969 album, Bitches Brew. Victor Svorinich traces its incarnations and inspirations for 10-plus years before its release. The album arrived as the jazz scene waned beneath the rise of rock and roll and as Davis faced large changes in social conditions affecting the African-American consciousness. This new climate served as a catalyst for an experiment that many considered a major departure. Davis' new music projected rock and roll sensibilities, the experimental essence of 1960s counterculture, yet also harsh dissonances of African-American reality. Many listeners embraced it, while others misunderstood and rejected the concoction. Listen to This is not just the story of Bitches Brew. It reveals much of the legend of Miles Davis - his attitude and will, his grace under pressure, his bands, his relationship to the masses, his business and personal etiquette, and his response to extraordinary social conditions seemingly aligned to bring him down. Svorinich revisits the mystery and skepticism surrounding the album, and places it into both a historical and musical context using new interviews, original analysis, recently found recordings, unearthed session data sheets, memoranda, letters, musical transcriptions, scores, and a wealth of other material. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Victor Svorinich) Fri, 16 Dec 2016 22:58:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Listen-to-This-Audiobook/B01MQW2HTX thebookvoice.com 05:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Listen to This Subtitle: Miles Davis and Bitches Brew Author: Victor Svorinich Narrator: John Gagnepain Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Listen to This stands out as the first book exclusively dedicated to Davis' watershed 1969 album, Bitches Brew. Victor Svorinich traces its incarnations and inspirations for 10-plus years before its release. The album arrived as the jazz scene waned beneath the rise of rock and roll and as Davis faced large changes in social conditions affecting the African-American consciousness. This new climate served as a catalyst for an experiment that many considered a major departure. Davis' new music projected rock and roll sensibilities, the experimental essence of 1960s counterculture, yet also harsh dissonances of African-American reality. Many listeners embraced it, while others misunderstood and rejected the concoction. Listen to This is not just the story of Bitches Brew. It reveals much of the legend of Miles Davis - his attitude and will, his grace under pressure, his bands, his relationship to the masses, his business and personal etiquette, and his response to extraordinary social conditions seemingly aligned to bring him down. Svorinich revisits the mystery and skepticism surrounding the album, and places it into both a historical and musical context using new interviews, original analysis, recently found recordings, unearthed session data sheets, memoranda, letters, musical transcriptions, scores, and a wealth of other material. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Listen to This Subtitle: Miles Davis and Bitches Brew Author: Victor Svorinich Narrator: John Gagnepain Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Listen to This stands out as the first book exclusively dedicated to Davis' watershed 1969 album, Bitches Brew. Victor Svorinich traces its incarnations and inspirations for 10-plus years before its release. The album arrived as the jazz scene waned beneath the rise of rock and roll and as Davis faced large changes in social conditions affecting the African-American consciousness. This new climate served as a catalyst for an experiment that many considered a major departure. Davis' new music projected rock and roll sensibilities, the experimental essence of 1960s counterculture, yet also harsh dissonances of African-American reality. Many listeners embraced it, while others misunderstood and rejected the concoction. Listen to This is not just the story of Bitches Brew. It reveals much of the legend of Miles Davis - his attitude and will, his grace under pressure, his bands, his relationship to the masses, his business and personal etiquette, and his response to extraordinary social conditions seemingly aligned to bring him down. Svorinich revisits the mystery and skepticism surrounding the album, and places it into both a historical and musical context using new interviews, original analysis, recently found recordings, unearthed session data sheets, memoranda, letters, musical transcriptions, scores, and a wealth of other material. Members Reviews: conjure 3D Miles up from our memories Listen to This is the third book of the making of the Miles Davis masterpiece, following to Ashley Kahnâs Kind Of Blue (2000, Da Capo Press) and Yasuki Nakayamaâs the Truth Of Agharta And Pangaea (2011, Kawade, Japan.) While latter two books focusing on the moment of creation and the inside stories, Victor Svorinich tries to conjure 3D Miles up from our memories. His analysis of climate, preparation, music and post production depicts how only Miles really knew what he was looking for and endeavored in recreating the music in his head. He says Miles served as the conceptualist for Bitches Brew, and placed an emphasis in expanding upon small clumps and creating new composition out of them. In this sense, he seems to stand by Milesâ side against Zawinulâs claim as an original composer. Uniqueness of this book is containing verbal evidences from photographers. They are favorable to Miles as they successfully captured Miles. Svorinich writes Milesâ incredible will to achieve at any cost makes the prince of darkness a charismatic, timeless figure. From an every sound of his trumpet, we can feel a layer of warmth, beauty, and romanticism. Whatever the method, Svorinich stresses, it had to come out from underneath the shyness, the darkness, and the tough skin which life gave Miles. Would like to point out one misunderstanding by Svorinich. Agharta is recorded in Osaka. (not Tokyo show, p152) Agharta is a record of matinee (start 4:00pm local time), while Pangaea is the second performance of the same day (start 7:00pm local time). Sony got Columbiaâs approval of live recording for the limited Japan sales only, assigned Japanese engineer for this project. Getting a good reputation from Japan, Columbia decided sales of Agharta in America. However, facing severe comment from critics, they abandoned producing Pangaea in America. There was a controversy between Japanese and American engineers about the cutting level for this product as in p110. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Louis-Armstrong-Master-of-Modernism-Audiobook/B00IO4TVMM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Louis Armstrong, Master of Modernism Author: Thomas Brothers Narrator: Andy Caploe Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 03-25-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 44 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The definitive account of Louis Armstrong - his life and legacy - during the most creative period of his career. Nearly 100 years after bursting onto Chicagos music scene under the tutelage of Joe "King" Oliver, Louis Armstrong is recognized as one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. A trumpet virtuoso, seductive crooner, and consummate entertainer, Armstrong laid the foundation for the future of jazz with his stylistic innovations, but his story would be incomplete without examining how he struggled in a society seething with brutally racist ideologies, laws, and practices. Thomas Brothers picks up where he left off with the acclaimed Louis Armstrong's New Orleans, following the story of the great jazz musician into his most creatively fertile years in the 1920s and early 1930s, when Armstrong created not one but two modern musical styles. Brothers wields his own tremendous skill in making the connections between history and music accessible to everyone as Armstrong shucks and jives. Through Brothers's expert ears and eyes we meet an Armstrong whose quickness and sureness, so evident in his performances, served him well in his encounters with racism while his music soared across the airwaves into homes all over America. Louis Armstrong, Master of Modernism blends cultural history, musical scholarship, and personal accounts from Armstrong's contemporaries to reveal his enduring contributions to jazz and popular music at a time when he and his bandmates couldnt count on food or even a friendly face on their travels across the country. Thomas Brothers combines an intimate knowledge of Armstrong's life with the boldness to examine his place in such a racially charged landscape. In vivid prose, Brothers illuminates the life and work of the man many consider to be the greatest American musician of the 20th century. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Thomas Brothers) Tue, 25 Mar 2014 11:52:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Louis-Armstrong-Master-of-Modernism-Audiobook/B00IO4TVMM thebookvoice.com 19:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Louis Armstrong, Master of Modernism Author: Thomas Brothers Narrator: Andy Caploe Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 03-25-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 44 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The definitive account of Louis Armstrong - his life and legacy - during the most creative period of his career. Nearly 100 years after bursting onto Chicagos music scene under the tutelage of Joe "King" Oliver, Louis Armstrong is recognized as one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. A trumpet virtuoso, seductive crooner, and consummate entertainer, Armstrong laid the foundation for the future of jazz with his stylistic innovations, but his story would be incomplete without examining how he struggled in a society seething with brutally racist ideologies, laws, and practices. Thomas Brothers picks up where he left off with the acclaimed Louis Armstrong's New Orleans, following the story of the great jazz musician into his most creatively fertile years in the 1920s and early 1930s, when Armstrong created not one but two modern musical styles. Brothers wields his own tremendous skill in making the connections between history and music accessible to everyone as Armstrong shucks and jives. Through Brothers's expert ears and eyes we meet an Armstrong whose quickness and sureness, so evident in his performances, served him well in his encounters with racism while his music soared across the airwaves into homes all over America. Louis Armstrong, Master of Modernism blends cultural history, musical scholarship, and personal accounts from Armstrong's contemporaries to reveal his enduring contributions to jazz and popular music at a time when he and his bandmates couldnt count on food or even a friendly face on their travels across the country. Thomas Brothers combines an intimate knowledge of Armstrong's life with the boldness to examine his place in such a racially charged landscape. In vivid prose, Brothers illuminates the life and work of the man many consider to be the greatest American musician of the 20th century. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Louis Armstrong, Master of Modernism Author: Thomas Brothers Narrator: Andy Caploe Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 03-25-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 44 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The definitive account of Louis Armstrong - his life and legacy - during the most creative period of his career. Nearly 100 years after bursting onto Chicagos music scene under the tutelage of Joe "King" Oliver, Louis Armstrong is recognized as one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. A trumpet virtuoso, seductive crooner, and consummate entertainer, Armstrong laid the foundation for the future of jazz with his stylistic innovations, but his story would be incomplete without examining how he struggled in a society seething with brutally racist ideologies, laws, and practices. Thomas Brothers picks up where he left off with the acclaimed Louis Armstrong's New Orleans, following the story of the great jazz musician into his most creatively fertile years in the 1920s and early 1930s, when Armstrong created not one but two modern musical styles. Brothers wields his own tremendous skill in making the connections between history and music accessible to everyone as Armstrong shucks and jives. Through Brothers's expert ears and eyes we meet an Armstrong whose quickness and sureness, so evident in his performances, served him well in his encounters with racism while his music soared across the airwaves into homes all over America. Louis Armstrong, Master of Modernism blends cultural history, musical scholarship, and personal accounts from Armstrong's contemporaries to reveal his enduring contributions to jazz and popular music at a time when he and his bandmates couldnt count on food or even a friendly face on their travels across the country. Thomas Brothers combines an intimate knowledge of Armstrong's life with the boldness to examine his place in such a racially charged landscape. In vivid prose, Brothers illuminates the life and work of the man many consider to be the greatest American musician of the 20th century. Members Reviews: Enjoyable and informative, but where is part one? Early in this book the author maks reference to an earlier work called Louis Armstongs New Orleans which deals with the period from 1900 to about 1922. Unfortunatly, this book is currently not available on audible. Master of Modernism covers Armstongs life and career from 1922 to the mid 1930s and while this volume absolutely stands on its own, it would be nice to have part one. There are also a number of references to CD tracks as if a cd was included in the print version but not the audio version. I don't know why these audio clips could'nt be included in the audio version That being said I found this to be a great book and it would of real historical value to anyone who plays or just enjoys listening to Jazz. Does not include the Referenced musical examples Extremely thorough. Well written. The text refers to an accompanying CD with musical references to the text. The musical examples were provided. The audiobook should be interspersed with the musical examples. If it were five stars would be appropriate. Whenever the author talked about a certain song I needed to go to Amazon music to find the song and listen to it. Very in-depth look at Armstrong's crucial years. The best thing about this was how it tied everything together. Armstrong's evolution was as much a part of the times as anything. This book really put things into the proper perspective of music, politics, race, etc. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Never-Say-No-to-a-Rock-Star-Audiobook/B0717BC6ZZ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Never Say No to a Rock Star Subtitle: In the Studio with Dylan, Sinatra, Jagger and More... Author: Glenn Berger Narrator: Stephen R. Thorne Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In 1974, at the age of 17, author Glenn Berger served as "schlepper" and apprentice to the legendary recording engineer Phil Ramone at New York City's A&R Studios, and was witness to music history on an almost daily and nightly basis as pop and rock icons such as Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, Mick Jagger, Frank Sinatra, Burt Bacharach, Bette Midler, and James Brown performed their hit-making magic, honed their sound, strutted their stuff, bared their souls, and threw epic tantrums. In this memoir, full of revelatory and previously unknown anecdotal observations of these musical giants, Berger recounts how he quickly learned the ropes to move up from schlepperhood to assistant to the tyrannical Ramone, and eventually, to become a recording engineer superstar himself. Not only is Never Say No to a Rock Star a fascinating, hilarious, and poignant behind-the-scenes look of this musical Mecca, but Berger, now a prominent psychologist, looking back through the prism of his youthful experience and his years working as a counselor and therapist, provides a telling and honest examination of the nature of fame and success and the corollaries between creativity, madness, and self-destruction. Critic Reviews: "With humor and self-deprecation, Berger shares a glimpse of life behind the scenes with artists including the New York Dolls and Solomon Burke." (Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Glenn Berger) Tue, 06 Jun 2017 20:56:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Never-Say-No-to-a-Rock-Star-Audiobook/B0717BC6ZZ thebookvoice.com 10:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Never Say No to a Rock Star Subtitle: In the Studio with Dylan, Sinatra, Jagger and More... Author: Glenn Berger Narrator: Stephen R. Thorne Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In 1974, at the age of 17, author Glenn Berger served as "schlepper" and apprentice to the legendary recording engineer Phil Ramone at New York City's A&R Studios, and was witness to music history on an almost daily and nightly basis as pop and rock icons such as Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, Mick Jagger, Frank Sinatra, Burt Bacharach, Bette Midler, and James Brown performed their hit-making magic, honed their sound, strutted their stuff, bared their souls, and threw epic tantrums. In this memoir, full of revelatory and previously unknown anecdotal observations of these musical giants, Berger recounts how he quickly learned the ropes to move up from schlepperhood to assistant to the tyrannical Ramone, and eventually, to become a recording engineer superstar himself. Not only is Never Say No to a Rock Star a fascinating, hilarious, and poignant behind-the-scenes look of this musical Mecca, but Berger, now a prominent psychologist, looking back through the prism of his youthful experience and his years working as a counselor and therapist, provides a telling and honest examination of the nature of fame and success and the corollaries between creativity, madness, and self-destruction. Critic Reviews: "With humor and self-deprecation, Berger shares a glimpse of life behind the scenes with artists including the New York Dolls and Solomon Burke." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Never Say No to a Rock Star Subtitle: In the Studio with Dylan, Sinatra, Jagger and More... Author: Glenn Berger Narrator: Stephen R. Thorne Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In 1974, at the age of 17, author Glenn Berger served as "schlepper" and apprentice to the legendary recording engineer Phil Ramone at New York City's A&R Studios, and was witness to music history on an almost daily and nightly basis as pop and rock icons such as Paul Simon, Bob Dylan, Mick Jagger, Frank Sinatra, Burt Bacharach, Bette Midler, and James Brown performed their hit-making magic, honed their sound, strutted their stuff, bared their souls, and threw epic tantrums. In this memoir, full of revelatory and previously unknown anecdotal observations of these musical giants, Berger recounts how he quickly learned the ropes to move up from schlepperhood to assistant to the tyrannical Ramone, and eventually, to become a recording engineer superstar himself. Not only is Never Say No to a Rock Star a fascinating, hilarious, and poignant behind-the-scenes look of this musical Mecca, but Berger, now a prominent psychologist, looking back through the prism of his youthful experience and his years working as a counselor and therapist, provides a telling and honest examination of the nature of fame and success and the corollaries between creativity, madness, and self-destruction. Critic Reviews: "With humor and self-deprecation, Berger shares a glimpse of life behind the scenes with artists including the New York Dolls and Solomon Burke." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: pretty good pretty good. story and reader pretty good. a little rock world. a little life advice. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Princes-Sign-o-the-Times-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002VA8XFQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Prince's Sign o' the Times (33 1/3 Series) Author: Michaelangelo Matos Narrator: Nick Sullivan Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: One of the greatest double albums of the vinyl era, Sign o' the Times shows Prince at his peak. Here, Michaelangelo Matos tells the story of how it emerged from an extraordinary period of creativity to become one of the landmark recordings of the 1980s. He also illustrates beautifully how - if a record is great enough and lucky enough to hit you at the right time - it can change your way of looking at the world. Rock on: listen to more of the series. ©2004 Michaelangelo Matos; (P)2009 Audible, Inc. Editorial Reviews: Through personal anecdote and the great music criticism fans have come to expect from Michelangelo Matos of Rolling Stone, Sign O' the Times takes listeners on a trip through what this celebrated Prince album means to its audience, and how it came to be. Nick Sullivan's all-American voice carries listeners through this fascinating journey: to Matos' childhood, through Prince's development as an artist, and through an album that changed the face of pop music forever. Prince fans will revel in this audiobook installment of the 33 1/3 series. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michaelangelo Matos) Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:07:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Princes-Sign-o-the-Times-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002VA8XFQ thebookvoice.com 03:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Prince's Sign o' the Times (33 1/3 Series) Author: Michaelangelo Matos Narrator: Nick Sullivan Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: One of the greatest double albums of the vinyl era, Sign o' the Times shows Prince at his peak. Here, Michaelangelo Matos tells the story of how it emerged from an extraordinary period of creativity to become one of the landmark recordings of the 1980s. He also illustrates beautifully how - if a record is great enough and lucky enough to hit you at the right time - it can change your way of looking at the world. Rock on: listen to more of the series. ©2004 Michaelangelo Matos; (P)2009 Audible, Inc. Editorial Reviews: Through personal anecdote and the great music criticism fans have come to expect from Michelangelo Matos of Rolling Stone, Sign O' the Times takes listeners on a trip through what this celebrated Prince album means to its audience, and how it came to be. Nick Sullivan's all-American voice carries listeners through this fascinating journey: to Matos' childhood, through Prince's development as an artist, and through an album that changed the face of pop music forever. Prince fans will revel in this audiobook installment of the 33 1/3 series. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Prince's Sign o' the Times (33 1/3 Series) Author: Michaelangelo Matos Narrator: Nick Sullivan Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: One of the greatest double albums of the vinyl era, Sign o' the Times shows Prince at his peak. Here, Michaelangelo Matos tells the story of how it emerged from an extraordinary period of creativity to become one of the landmark recordings of the 1980s. He also illustrates beautifully how - if a record is great enough and lucky enough to hit you at the right time - it can change your way of looking at the world. Rock on: listen to more of the series. ©2004 Michaelangelo Matos; (P)2009 Audible, Inc. Editorial Reviews: Through personal anecdote and the great music criticism fans have come to expect from Michelangelo Matos of Rolling Stone, Sign O' the Times takes listeners on a trip through what this celebrated Prince album means to its audience, and how it came to be. Nick Sullivan's all-American voice carries listeners through this fascinating journey: to Matos' childhood, through Prince's development as an artist, and through an album that changed the face of pop music forever. Prince fans will revel in this audiobook installment of the 33 1/3 series. Members Reviews: Outstanding Audio Book Matos takes on a journey that begins with him simply buying a cassette tape! Princes revolutionary work in this album changed music! Matos sincere approach shows the magic of music. I have been blown away by the right music all my life and I feel what he felt! If U are a Prince fan this book is a must. I have listened to it over 20 times! Although this album was the last of it's kind, before the garbage of Rap Music took over. It sent the album world off with a bang! Thank U Michaelangelo Matos! Look me up on facebook if U read this review. My name is Joey Derden! A critical view of the Purple One Interesting read. A lot of information, but also very critical of the Purple One. Interesting Insight Started slow but once in, I learnt tons about this album that I never knew. Especially liked the story about Prince dressing up as Cat!!! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Great-Masters-Robert-and-Clara-Schumann-Their-Lives-and-Music-Audiobook/B00DCY44DA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Masters: Robert and Clara Schumann - Their Lives and Music Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In all the annals of Western music, there has never been a couple like the Schumanns: he a pioneering critic and composer (the only ever to achieve greatness as both), she one of the leading concert pianists of Europe, as well as a composer of no small talent herself. This series of eight lectures by an award-winning composer and acclaimed teacher includes excerpts of works by both of the Schumanns as part of an introduction to an extraordinary couple and the musical legacy left to us in spite of the difficulties that dogged their marriage. Though a loving one that produced eight children, their partnership also had to withstand the pressures of raising those children, managing two careers, and overcoming the tensions posed by Robert-an emotionally unstable man who alternated between manic bouts of awesome creativity and terrifying fits of depression, exacerbating the worsening effects of the syphilis that would eventually kill him. His death left Clara to not only raise the children but also to support the family through an exhausting schedule of concertizing. Despite his ill health, Robert still left behind a magnificent legacy of compositions and insights into music that you explore in these lectures-a legacy that included his return to criticism so he could introduce to the world a then-unknown Johannes Brahms. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (The Great Courses) Mon, 08 Jul 2013 15:53:44 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Great-Masters-Robert-and-Clara-Schumann-Their-Lives-and-Music-Audiobook/B00DCY44DA thebookvoice.com 06:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Masters: Robert and Clara Schumann - Their Lives and Music Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In all the annals of Western music, there has never been a couple like the Schumanns: he a pioneering critic and composer (the only ever to achieve greatness as both), she one of the leading concert pianists of Europe, as well as a composer of no small talent herself. This series of eight lectures by an award-winning composer and acclaimed teacher includes excerpts of works by both of the Schumanns as part of an introduction to an extraordinary couple and the musical legacy left to us in spite of the difficulties that dogged their marriage. Though a loving one that produced eight children, their partnership also had to withstand the pressures of raising those children, managing two careers, and overcoming the tensions posed by Robert-an emotionally unstable man who alternated between manic bouts of awesome creativity and terrifying fits of depression, exacerbating the worsening effects of the syphilis that would eventually kill him. His death left Clara to not only raise the children but also to support the family through an exhausting schedule of concertizing. Despite his ill health, Robert still left behind a magnificent legacy of compositions and insights into music that you explore in these lectures-a legacy that included his return to criticism so he could introduce to the world a then-unknown Johannes Brahms. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Masters: Robert and Clara Schumann - Their Lives and Music Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Robert Greenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In all the annals of Western music, there has never been a couple like the Schumanns: he a pioneering critic and composer (the only ever to achieve greatness as both), she one of the leading concert pianists of Europe, as well as a composer of no small talent herself. This series of eight lectures by an award-winning composer and acclaimed teacher includes excerpts of works by both of the Schumanns as part of an introduction to an extraordinary couple and the musical legacy left to us in spite of the difficulties that dogged their marriage. Though a loving one that produced eight children, their partnership also had to withstand the pressures of raising those children, managing two careers, and overcoming the tensions posed by Robert-an emotionally unstable man who alternated between manic bouts of awesome creativity and terrifying fits of depression, exacerbating the worsening effects of the syphilis that would eventually kill him. His death left Clara to not only raise the children but also to support the family through an exhausting schedule of concertizing. Despite his ill health, Robert still left behind a magnificent legacy of compositions and insights into music that you explore in these lectures-a legacy that included his return to criticism so he could introduce to the world a then-unknown Johannes Brahms. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Soap Opera Lives of the Great Masters This lecture has it all domineering father making his money from his daughters talents. Sound just like some the child stars of our lifetime. Husbands jealous of his wife's talent and career. Stories of the stars hob nobbling together. What more could you ask for? And the music oh the wonderful music and history about how it was conceived and composed. This is my fourth lecture in this series hope to listen to them all before years end. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Piano-Shop-on-the-Left-Bank-Audiobook/B01B573UT4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Piano Shop on the Left Bank Subtitle: Discovering a Forgotten Passion in a Paris Atelier Author: Thad Carhart Narrator: Dan Cashman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-16 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 29 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Thad Carhart never realized there was a gap in his life until he happened upon Desforges Pianos, a demure little shopfront in his Paris neighborhood that seemed to want to hide rather than advertise its wares. Like Alice in Wonderland, he found his attempts to gain entry rebuffed at every turn. An accidental introduction finally opened the door to the quartier's oddest hangout, where locals - from university professors to pipefitters - gather on Friday evenings to discuss music, love, and life over glasses of wine. Luc, the atelier's master, proves an excellent guide to the history of this most gloriously impractical of instruments. A bewildering variety passes through his restorer's hands: delicate ancient pianofortes, one perhaps the onetime possession of Beethoven. Great hulking beasts of thunderous voice. And the modest piano "with the heart of a lion" that was to become Thad's own. What emerges is a warm and intuitive portrait of the secret Paris - one closed to all but a knowing few. The Piano Shop on the Left Bank is the perfect audiobook for music lovers or for anyone who longs to recapture a lost passion. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Thad Carhart) Tue, 09 Feb 2016 22:07:56 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Piano-Shop-on-the-Left-Bank-Audiobook/B01B573UT4 thebookvoice.com 08:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Piano Shop on the Left Bank Subtitle: Discovering a Forgotten Passion in a Paris Atelier Author: Thad Carhart Narrator: Dan Cashman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-16 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 29 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Thad Carhart never realized there was a gap in his life until he happened upon Desforges Pianos, a demure little shopfront in his Paris neighborhood that seemed to want to hide rather than advertise its wares. Like Alice in Wonderland, he found his attempts to gain entry rebuffed at every turn. An accidental introduction finally opened the door to the quartier's oddest hangout, where locals - from university professors to pipefitters - gather on Friday evenings to discuss music, love, and life over glasses of wine. Luc, the atelier's master, proves an excellent guide to the history of this most gloriously impractical of instruments. A bewildering variety passes through his restorer's hands: delicate ancient pianofortes, one perhaps the onetime possession of Beethoven. Great hulking beasts of thunderous voice. And the modest piano "with the heart of a lion" that was to become Thad's own. What emerges is a warm and intuitive portrait of the secret Paris - one closed to all but a knowing few. The Piano Shop on the Left Bank is the perfect audiobook for music lovers or for anyone who longs to recapture a lost passion. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Piano Shop on the Left Bank Subtitle: Discovering a Forgotten Passion in a Paris Atelier Author: Thad Carhart Narrator: Dan Cashman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-16 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 29 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Thad Carhart never realized there was a gap in his life until he happened upon Desforges Pianos, a demure little shopfront in his Paris neighborhood that seemed to want to hide rather than advertise its wares. Like Alice in Wonderland, he found his attempts to gain entry rebuffed at every turn. An accidental introduction finally opened the door to the quartier's oddest hangout, where locals - from university professors to pipefitters - gather on Friday evenings to discuss music, love, and life over glasses of wine. Luc, the atelier's master, proves an excellent guide to the history of this most gloriously impractical of instruments. A bewildering variety passes through his restorer's hands: delicate ancient pianofortes, one perhaps the onetime possession of Beethoven. Great hulking beasts of thunderous voice. And the modest piano "with the heart of a lion" that was to become Thad's own. What emerges is a warm and intuitive portrait of the secret Paris - one closed to all but a knowing few. The Piano Shop on the Left Bank is the perfect audiobook for music lovers or for anyone who longs to recapture a lost passion. Members Reviews: a few moments of pure soul It's hidding a passion longing to come out in between it's lines. I wish it showed more of itself. A Joy Warning: You'll want to practice your piano and then buy the best quality one you can. It was fun. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Catch-a-Wave-Audiobook/B00NWIQVNW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Catch a Wave Subtitle: The Rise, Fall, and Redemption of the Beach Boys' Brian Wilson Author: Peter Ames Carlin Narrator: Bronson Pinchot Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 142 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Brian, Carl, and Dennis Wilson, along with Mike Love and Al Jardine - better known as the Beach Boys, rocketed out of a working-class Los Angeles suburb in the early '60s, and their sun-and-surf sound captured the imagination of kids across the world. In a few short years, they rode the wave all the way to the top, standing with the Beatles as one of the world's biggest bands. Despite their utopian visions, infectious hooks, and stunning harmonies, the Beach Boys were beset by drug abuse, jealousy, and terrifying mental illness. In Catch a Wave, Peter Ames Carlin pulls back the curtain on Brian Wilson, one of popular music's most revered luminaries, as well as its biggest mystery. Drawing on hundreds of interviews and never-before-heard studio recordings, Carlin follows the Beach Boys from their earliest days through Brian's deepening emotional problems to his triumphant reemergence with the release of Smile, the legendarily unreleased album he had originally shelved. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Peter Ames Carlin) Fri, 26 Sep 2014 22:05:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Catch-a-Wave-Audiobook/B00NWIQVNW thebookvoice.com 14:15:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Catch a Wave Subtitle: The Rise, Fall, and Redemption of the Beach Boys' Brian Wilson Author: Peter Ames Carlin Narrator: Bronson Pinchot Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 142 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Brian, Carl, and Dennis Wilson, along with Mike Love and Al Jardine - better known as the Beach Boys, rocketed out of a working-class Los Angeles suburb in the early '60s, and their sun-and-surf sound captured the imagination of kids across the world. In a few short years, they rode the wave all the way to the top, standing with the Beatles as one of the world's biggest bands. Despite their utopian visions, infectious hooks, and stunning harmonies, the Beach Boys were beset by drug abuse, jealousy, and terrifying mental illness. In Catch a Wave, Peter Ames Carlin pulls back the curtain on Brian Wilson, one of popular music's most revered luminaries, as well as its biggest mystery. Drawing on hundreds of interviews and never-before-heard studio recordings, Carlin follows the Beach Boys from their earliest days through Brian's deepening emotional problems to his triumphant reemergence with the release of Smile, the legendarily unreleased album he had originally shelved. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Catch a Wave Subtitle: The Rise, Fall, and Redemption of the Beach Boys' Brian Wilson Author: Peter Ames Carlin Narrator: Bronson Pinchot Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 142 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Brian, Carl, and Dennis Wilson, along with Mike Love and Al Jardine - better known as the Beach Boys, rocketed out of a working-class Los Angeles suburb in the early '60s, and their sun-and-surf sound captured the imagination of kids across the world. In a few short years, they rode the wave all the way to the top, standing with the Beatles as one of the world's biggest bands. Despite their utopian visions, infectious hooks, and stunning harmonies, the Beach Boys were beset by drug abuse, jealousy, and terrifying mental illness. In Catch a Wave, Peter Ames Carlin pulls back the curtain on Brian Wilson, one of popular music's most revered luminaries, as well as its biggest mystery. Drawing on hundreds of interviews and never-before-heard studio recordings, Carlin follows the Beach Boys from their earliest days through Brian's deepening emotional problems to his triumphant reemergence with the release of Smile, the legendarily unreleased album he had originally shelved. Members Reviews: Not great Probably the best Brian Wilson biography despite the author going into excruciating detail over every note of every song Wilson ever wrote, listened to, or was in the same county as when it was played or hummed. Not much of an exaggeration actually. But what really drags this audio book down even more is Balki's droning performance. Who selects him to read a book? If this passes for a professional performance then I am in the wrong business. Put some inflection in your voice man! Awesome Book This is a awesome story of Brian and the Beach Boys, there was some much info that I never had heard before. Great story, annoying performance Worth it because it's Brian Wilson, but the narrator got just about every name in the book wrong & Had the emotion of a rock Little soft on Brian The book was well written and I enjoyed the book. I got the impression that the author held back on criticizing Brian especially his relationships with his wife and kids. Because he was a genius and had a crazy father, all the peace and love was a free pass for all the bad stuff he did. I can relate to his song "I was not made for these days" all the Beach Boys were so screwed up and I cannot relate to them. Being a nobody has its benefits. Wonderful I'm a big fan of Brian Wilson and of audiobooks and this book was a winner. I don't know what the other reviewers are talking about regarding the narration. I thought Bronson Pinchot was great. Perhaps they were expecting some sort of performance piece, but it would have been odd. This is a history book and it was read as such. I loved it. It was riveting. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Pixies-Doolittle-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V1OJQC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Pixies' Doolittle (33 1/3 Series) Author: Ben Sisario Narrator: Oliver Wyman Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Pixies have had a career unlike any other in alternative rock, disappearing as a not-quite-next-big-thing only to become gods in absentia. Doolittle is the embodiment of their abrasive, exuberant, enigmatic pop. While traveling around Oregon with Charles Thompson, chatting about surrealism and llamas, and interviewing other members of the Pixies, Ben Sisario reveals the inner workings of this knotty masterpiece. Rock on: listen to more of the series. ©2006 Ben Sisario; (P)2009 Audible, Inc. Editorial Reviews: Oliver Wyman, award-winning voice actor, sonorously enlivens this important addition to the 33 1/3 series, The Pixies' Doolittle. Penned by acclaimed music critic Ben Sisario, this is a close and intimate look at the most anthemic album of this enigmatic and short-lived band. Sisario's interviews with Frank Black while on a road trip in his Cadillac provide a backdrop to anecdotes, criticism, and interviews with other members of the band. Wyman's performance is a fitting tribute to this incredibly important album. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ben Sisario) Thu, 08 Oct 2009 05:54:40 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Pixies-Doolittle-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V1OJQC thebookvoice.com 04:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Pixies' Doolittle (33 1/3 Series) Author: Ben Sisario Narrator: Oliver Wyman Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Pixies have had a career unlike any other in alternative rock, disappearing as a not-quite-next-big-thing only to become gods in absentia. Doolittle is the embodiment of their abrasive, exuberant, enigmatic pop. While traveling around Oregon with Charles Thompson, chatting about surrealism and llamas, and interviewing other members of the Pixies, Ben Sisario reveals the inner workings of this knotty masterpiece. Rock on: listen to more of the series. ©2006 Ben Sisario; (P)2009 Audible, Inc. Editorial Reviews: Oliver Wyman, award-winning voice actor, sonorously enlivens this important addition to the 33 1/3 series, The Pixies' Doolittle. Penned by acclaimed music critic Ben Sisario, this is a close and intimate look at the most anthemic album of this enigmatic and short-lived band. Sisario's interviews with Frank Black while on a road trip in his Cadillac provide a backdrop to anecdotes, criticism, and interviews with other members of the band. Wyman's performance is a fitting tribute to this incredibly important album. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Pixies' Doolittle (33 1/3 Series) Author: Ben Sisario Narrator: Oliver Wyman Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Pixies have had a career unlike any other in alternative rock, disappearing as a not-quite-next-big-thing only to become gods in absentia. Doolittle is the embodiment of their abrasive, exuberant, enigmatic pop. While traveling around Oregon with Charles Thompson, chatting about surrealism and llamas, and interviewing other members of the Pixies, Ben Sisario reveals the inner workings of this knotty masterpiece. Rock on: listen to more of the series. ©2006 Ben Sisario; (P)2009 Audible, Inc. Editorial Reviews: Oliver Wyman, award-winning voice actor, sonorously enlivens this important addition to the 33 1/3 series, The Pixies' Doolittle. Penned by acclaimed music critic Ben Sisario, this is a close and intimate look at the most anthemic album of this enigmatic and short-lived band. Sisario's interviews with Frank Black while on a road trip in his Cadillac provide a backdrop to anecdotes, criticism, and interviews with other members of the band. Wyman's performance is a fitting tribute to this incredibly important album. Members Reviews: Excellent, well done all around A fine book that lends valuable insight into a genuinely classic Pixies record. Highly recommended. Awesome Brilliant record and terrific account highly recommend Charles Thomas is a wonderful and lucid subject https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Looking-Back-to-See-Audiobook/B078GVVW39 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Looking Back to See Subtitle: A Country Music Memoir Author: Maxine Brown Narrator: Reagan Boggs Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-17 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: A vocal group without peer, The Browns were central artists in the changing sound of country and American popular music at mid-century. They were part of major changes in the entertainment business and American culture, participated in the folk music movement in the '60s, and saw the steady birth of rock 'n' roll up close as they worked with Presley and others. Looking Back to See is a remarkable story told here for the first time. Published by The University of Arkansas Press. "Valuable contribution to country music and Arkansas history from the too-rare viewpoint of a woman who lived it." - Arkansas Democrat-Gazette "Spunky, no holds-barred, immensely readable" - Country Music People "An irreplaceable narrative by a participant in the golden age of country and hillbilly' music who witnessed and made its history." - Charles McGovern, former curator, Smithsonian's National Museum of American History bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Maxine Brown) Tue, 19 Dec 2017 23:05:28 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Looking-Back-to-See-Audiobook/B078GVVW39 thebookvoice.com 10:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Looking Back to See Subtitle: A Country Music Memoir Author: Maxine Brown Narrator: Reagan Boggs Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-17 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: A vocal group without peer, The Browns were central artists in the changing sound of country and American popular music at mid-century. They were part of major changes in the entertainment business and American culture, participated in the folk music movement in the '60s, and saw the steady birth of rock 'n' roll up close as they worked with Presley and others. Looking Back to See is a remarkable story told here for the first time. Published by The University of Arkansas Press. "Valuable contribution to country music and Arkansas history from the too-rare viewpoint of a woman who lived it." - Arkansas Democrat-Gazette "Spunky, no holds-barred, immensely readable" - Country Music People "An irreplaceable narrative by a participant in the golden age of country and hillbilly' music who witnessed and made its history." - Charles McGovern, former curator, Smithsonian's National Museum of American History Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Looking Back to See Subtitle: A Country Music Memoir Author: Maxine Brown Narrator: Reagan Boggs Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-17 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: A vocal group without peer, The Browns were central artists in the changing sound of country and American popular music at mid-century. They were part of major changes in the entertainment business and American culture, participated in the folk music movement in the '60s, and saw the steady birth of rock 'n' roll up close as they worked with Presley and others. Looking Back to See is a remarkable story told here for the first time. Published by The University of Arkansas Press. "Valuable contribution to country music and Arkansas history from the too-rare viewpoint of a woman who lived it." - Arkansas Democrat-Gazette "Spunky, no holds-barred, immensely readable" - Country Music People "An irreplaceable narrative by a participant in the golden age of country and hillbilly' music who witnessed and made its history." - Charles McGovern, former curator, Smithsonian's National Museum of American History Members Reviews: The Browns I have always loved the Browns, mostly Jim Ed! This book made me sad because they were treating so badly. But, I enjoyed all the stories of the other great artists, like Jim Reaves and so many others that I loved. I highly recommend this to people who loved the real country music! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Ticket-to-Ride-Audiobook/B002VA9TD6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ticket to Ride Subtitle: Inside the Beatles' 1964 and 1965 Tours that Changed the World Author: Larry Kane Narrator: Larry Kane Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-07 Publisher: DLO Records Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Ticket to Ride recounts broadcast journalist Larry Kane's travels with the Beatles during their first North American tour. The book provides an intimate look at the Fab Four and contains original interview recordings with the band conducted during the tour. ©2007 Dynamic Images Inc; (P)2007 Dynamic Images Inc and Sine Studios LLC Critic Reviews: "This is the most detailed description yet of the Beatles' American tours, and one of the few books on the band written in the past decade that can be considered indispensable." (Publishers Weekly) "There had never been a cultural phenomenon to match Beatlemania...and Kane vividly portrays its familiar trappings....More fascinating are Kane's behind-the-scenes views of 'the boys', extracted from many interviews." (Booklist) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Larry Kane) Thu, 27 Sep 2007 06:18:40 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Ticket-to-Ride-Audiobook/B002VA9TD6 thebookvoice.com 08:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ticket to Ride Subtitle: Inside the Beatles' 1964 and 1965 Tours that Changed the World Author: Larry Kane Narrator: Larry Kane Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-07 Publisher: DLO Records Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Ticket to Ride recounts broadcast journalist Larry Kane's travels with the Beatles during their first North American tour. The book provides an intimate look at the Fab Four and contains original interview recordings with the band conducted during the tour. ©2007 Dynamic Images Inc; (P)2007 Dynamic Images Inc and Sine Studios LLC Critic Reviews: "This is the most detailed description yet of the Beatles' American tours, and one of the few books on the band written in the past decade that can be considered indispensable." (Publishers Weekly) "There had never been a cultural phenomenon to match Beatlemania...and Kane vividly portrays its familiar trappings....More fascinating are Kane's behind-the-scenes views of 'the boys', extracted from many interviews." (Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ticket to Ride Subtitle: Inside the Beatles' 1964 and 1965 Tours that Changed the World Author: Larry Kane Narrator: Larry Kane Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-07 Publisher: DLO Records Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Ticket to Ride recounts broadcast journalist Larry Kane's travels with the Beatles during their first North American tour. The book provides an intimate look at the Fab Four and contains original interview recordings with the band conducted during the tour. ©2007 Dynamic Images Inc; (P)2007 Dynamic Images Inc and Sine Studios LLC Critic Reviews: "This is the most detailed description yet of the Beatles' American tours, and one of the few books on the band written in the past decade that can be considered indispensable." (Publishers Weekly) "There had never been a cultural phenomenon to match Beatlemania...and Kane vividly portrays its familiar trappings....More fascinating are Kane's behind-the-scenes views of 'the boys', extracted from many interviews." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Great Book This was just an amazing book. From the stories of the road to what went on behind the scenes, the author makes you feel like you're right there on the Electra as the Beatles criss cross America in the mid sixties. Loved every minute. A Ticket To Ride This is an account of the Beatle's '64-'65 USA tour from a reporters perspective. He does a good job overall. I wish he would have given more detail of how the beatle's changed in appearance. He talks much of how they matured and came into their own in attitude and confidence and opinions, but how did their hair change, who grew facial hair, how did they dress, etc. The final hour of the book is actual tape recordings taken by the author during the 2 tours. This is the most delightful thing of the book, hearing their young voices and responses to his questions. Many simples answers, but a real bonus. I highly recommend this book to any nostalgic Beatle's fan. First audio book I can't finish I was looking forward to the book but the author decided to narrate it himself, big mistake. He may have been a well known and respected journalist but he should leave narration to a professional. I found myself drifting off and having to rewind constantly. His narration is so very drab, a complete flat line.... I am so disappointed being a HUGE Beatle fan. I can normally find the good in most things, this one was tough. Very hard to listen to for more than five minutes at a time. A Groundhog Day In The Life Larry Kane's memoir of touring with the Beatles during the height of Beatlemania promises to deliver a treasure trove of inside information about what it was like for the young John, Paul, George and Ringo to grow so spectacularly and rapidly into superstars. Better yet, Kane's personal connection with the boys and their entourage, despite his status as a journalist, promises to show us what they were like in real life. Unfortunately, it turns out that there is not much there there. A day in the life of the Beatles during their 1964 and 1965 tours was not all that interesting. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Parental-Discretion-Is-Advised-Audiobook/B077H2Z2GH Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Parental Discretion Is Advised Subtitle: The Rise of NWA and the Dawn of Gangsta Rap Author: Gerrick D. Kennedy Narrator: Guy Lockard Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Discover the stunning rise, fall, and legacy of N.W.A., one of America's most revered and iconic enduring music groups, who put their stamp on pop culture and black culture and who changed hip-hop music forever, in this comprehensive and authoritative work of music journalism. Eazy-E, Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, MC Ren, and DJ Yella caused a seismic shift in hip-hop when they decided to form N.W.A. in 1986. Suddenly rap became gangsta and relevant on the West Coast. With their hard-core image, bombastic sound, and lyrics that were equal parts poetic, lascivious, conscious, and downright in-your-face, N.W.A. spoke the truth about life on the streets of Compton, California - then a hotbed of poverty, drugs, gangs, and unemployment. Their 'hood tales offered a sharp contrast from the cozy, comfortable images of thriving middle-class life emanating from television screens across America. For the group, making music was not about being nice or projecting a false reality. It was all about expressing themselves. Going beyond the story portrayed in the 2015 blockbuster movie Straight Outta Compton, through firsthand interviews, extensive research, and top-notch storytelling, Los Angeles Times music reporter Gerrick Kennedy transports you back in time and offers a front-row seat to N.W.A.'s early days and the drama and controversy that followed the incendiary group as they rose to become multiplatinum artists. A riveting and illuminating work of music journalism, Parental Discretion Is Advised captures a special moment in rap music, when N.W.A. made it altogether social, freaky, enterprising, and gangsta. They forced us all to take notice. For that alone, their story must be told. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gerrick D. Kennedy) Tue, 05 Dec 2017 03:07:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Parental-Discretion-Is-Advised-Audiobook/B077H2Z2GH thebookvoice.com 07:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Parental Discretion Is Advised Subtitle: The Rise of NWA and the Dawn of Gangsta Rap Author: Gerrick D. Kennedy Narrator: Guy Lockard Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Discover the stunning rise, fall, and legacy of N.W.A., one of America's most revered and iconic enduring music groups, who put their stamp on pop culture and black culture and who changed hip-hop music forever, in this comprehensive and authoritative work of music journalism. Eazy-E, Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, MC Ren, and DJ Yella caused a seismic shift in hip-hop when they decided to form N.W.A. in 1986. Suddenly rap became gangsta and relevant on the West Coast. With their hard-core image, bombastic sound, and lyrics that were equal parts poetic, lascivious, conscious, and downright in-your-face, N.W.A. spoke the truth about life on the streets of Compton, California - then a hotbed of poverty, drugs, gangs, and unemployment. Their 'hood tales offered a sharp contrast from the cozy, comfortable images of thriving middle-class life emanating from television screens across America. For the group, making music was not about being nice or projecting a false reality. It was all about expressing themselves. Going beyond the story portrayed in the 2015 blockbuster movie Straight Outta Compton, through firsthand interviews, extensive research, and top-notch storytelling, Los Angeles Times music reporter Gerrick Kennedy transports you back in time and offers a front-row seat to N.W.A.'s early days and the drama and controversy that followed the incendiary group as they rose to become multiplatinum artists. A riveting and illuminating work of music journalism, Parental Discretion Is Advised captures a special moment in rap music, when N.W.A. made it altogether social, freaky, enterprising, and gangsta. They forced us all to take notice. For that alone, their story must be told. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Parental Discretion Is Advised Subtitle: The Rise of NWA and the Dawn of Gangsta Rap Author: Gerrick D. Kennedy Narrator: Guy Lockard Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Discover the stunning rise, fall, and legacy of N.W.A., one of America's most revered and iconic enduring music groups, who put their stamp on pop culture and black culture and who changed hip-hop music forever, in this comprehensive and authoritative work of music journalism. Eazy-E, Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, MC Ren, and DJ Yella caused a seismic shift in hip-hop when they decided to form N.W.A. in 1986. Suddenly rap became gangsta and relevant on the West Coast. With their hard-core image, bombastic sound, and lyrics that were equal parts poetic, lascivious, conscious, and downright in-your-face, N.W.A. spoke the truth about life on the streets of Compton, California - then a hotbed of poverty, drugs, gangs, and unemployment. Their 'hood tales offered a sharp contrast from the cozy, comfortable images of thriving middle-class life emanating from television screens across America. For the group, making music was not about being nice or projecting a false reality. It was all about expressing themselves. Going beyond the story portrayed in the 2015 blockbuster movie Straight Outta Compton, through firsthand interviews, extensive research, and top-notch storytelling, Los Angeles Times music reporter Gerrick Kennedy transports you back in time and offers a front-row seat to N.W.A.'s early days and the drama and controversy that followed the incendiary group as they rose to become multiplatinum artists. A riveting and illuminating work of music journalism, Parental Discretion Is Advised captures a special moment in rap music, when N.W.A. made it altogether social, freaky, enterprising, and gangsta. They forced us all to take notice. For that alone, their story must be told. Members Reviews: Five Stars Great Book! A Nicely Researched Bit of West Coast Rap History Parental Discretion Is Advised: The Rise of N.W.A and the Dawn of Gangsta Rap If you're unfamiliar with the intricacies of the L.A. Rap Scene (in the late 70's and early 80's), have little-to-no understanding of the 1992 L.A. Riots (the catalyst, the under-current of animosity towards the LAPD, as well as the resentment held for South Central's Korean Community), or want a broader understanding of how ground-breaking it was to have a West Coast rapÂgroup make such a substantial impact on the genre, as a whole, as we know it today, then this is definitely the book for you. While I was looking for a basic timeline: Eazy connects with Dre, and then the two combine with Ice Cube, Ren and, Yella to form what would become N.W.A, Kennedy expands the knowledge of his reader by digging deeper into the history of South Central and its residents. A foreknowledge that is certainly necessary in order to understand the "why" of it all. I was a pre-teen when N.W.A released it's "Straight Outta Compton", so I was able to recall a good bit of the music and the times mentioned by Gerrick Kennedy. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/My-Bloody-Valentines-Loveless-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008L4K3IG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Bloody Valentine's 'Loveless' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Mike McGonical Narrator: Eric Michael Summerer Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Loveless remains an enigma, 15 years after its release - an album so influential and groundbreaking that its chief creator, Kevin Shields, has been unable or unwilling to release an official follow-up. In his book, Mike McGonigal talks to all the members of My Bloody Valentine in an almost certainly futile attempt to get at the essence of this extraordinary record. Editorial Reviews: When people think Loveless, by My Bloody Valentine, they typically think loud, loud and louder. They think groundbreaking, band breaking, masterpiece. Shawn Taylor takes a very intimate approach to his exploration of the album. He includes personal anecdotes and opinions, as well excerpts from interviews with Belinda Butcher, Kevin Shields, and others. E. M. Summerer's baritone narration mirror's the author's intentionally conversational tone. His casual, friendly voice moves easily from exposition to interview and back again. Anyone who loves the album Loveless will enjoy learning more about the context in which it was written as well as the rather fascinating reception it received after it was released. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mike McGonical) Thu, 26 Jul 2012 17:20:52 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/My-Bloody-Valentines-Loveless-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008L4K3IG thebookvoice.com 02:49:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Bloody Valentine's 'Loveless' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Mike McGonical Narrator: Eric Michael Summerer Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Loveless remains an enigma, 15 years after its release - an album so influential and groundbreaking that its chief creator, Kevin Shields, has been unable or unwilling to release an official follow-up. In his book, Mike McGonigal talks to all the members of My Bloody Valentine in an almost certainly futile attempt to get at the essence of this extraordinary record. Editorial Reviews: When people think Loveless, by My Bloody Valentine, they typically think loud, loud and louder. They think groundbreaking, band breaking, masterpiece. Shawn Taylor takes a very intimate approach to his exploration of the album. He includes personal anecdotes and opinions, as well excerpts from interviews with Belinda Butcher, Kevin Shields, and others. E. M. Summerer's baritone narration mirror's the author's intentionally conversational tone. His casual, friendly voice moves easily from exposition to interview and back again. Anyone who loves the album Loveless will enjoy learning more about the context in which it was written as well as the rather fascinating reception it received after it was released. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Bloody Valentine's 'Loveless' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Mike McGonical Narrator: Eric Michael Summerer Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Loveless remains an enigma, 15 years after its release - an album so influential and groundbreaking that its chief creator, Kevin Shields, has been unable or unwilling to release an official follow-up. In his book, Mike McGonigal talks to all the members of My Bloody Valentine in an almost certainly futile attempt to get at the essence of this extraordinary record. Editorial Reviews: When people think Loveless, by My Bloody Valentine, they typically think loud, loud and louder. They think groundbreaking, band breaking, masterpiece. Shawn Taylor takes a very intimate approach to his exploration of the album. He includes personal anecdotes and opinions, as well excerpts from interviews with Belinda Butcher, Kevin Shields, and others. E. M. Summerer's baritone narration mirror's the author's intentionally conversational tone. His casual, friendly voice moves easily from exposition to interview and back again. Anyone who loves the album Loveless will enjoy learning more about the context in which it was written as well as the rather fascinating reception it received after it was released. Members Reviews: Told equally pre, mid, and post-Loveless Mike McGonical is absolutely the right person to write this story, being equal parts in on the band before, friends of the band members, yet far away enough from it to not have a biased slant on the album. He paints the scene flawlessly, and this is the most concentrated source of information on the album in current existence. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Slayers-Reign-in-Blood-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008L4K15Q Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Slayer's 'Reign in Blood' (33 1/3 Series) Author: D. X. Ferris Narrator: Christian Rummel Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Issued on America's premier rap label at the peak of the thrash-metal movement, Slayer's controversial Reign in Blood remains the gold standard for extreme heavy metal, a seamless 29-minute procession of 10 blindingly fast, apocalyptic songs. The first book in English about Slayer explores the creation of the most universally respected metal album and its long road to the stores, through original interviews with the entire band, plus producer Rick Rubin, engineer Andy Wallace, cover artist Larry Carroll, and Def Jam insiders from Russell Simmons to M.C. Serch. From Tori Amos to Pantera's Phil Anselmo, dozens of fans and artists discuss the record's ongoing impact and Slayer's status in the small fraternity of rock's greatest groups. Editorial Reviews: "If one metal album deserves a serious look, it's Slayer's Reign in Blood." Thus begins this edition of 33 1/3, written by Christian Rummel and narrated by D.X. Ferris. Metal heads will appreciate the author's thorough knowledge of the genre, and his inclusion into the text of numerous artists and fans of this thrash-metal classic. Even die-hard fans of Reign in Blood's apocalyptic music will find new insights buried in this book, and all listeners will find themselves with a greater understanding of the composition and production of the album. D.X. Ferris' dramatic growl sounds like the preview for an action movie, and will be sure to keep listeners tuned in. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (D. X. Ferris) Thu, 26 Jul 2012 07:39:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Slayers-Reign-in-Blood-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008L4K15Q thebookvoice.com 04:20:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Slayer's 'Reign in Blood' (33 1/3 Series) Author: D. X. Ferris Narrator: Christian Rummel Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Issued on America's premier rap label at the peak of the thrash-metal movement, Slayer's controversial Reign in Blood remains the gold standard for extreme heavy metal, a seamless 29-minute procession of 10 blindingly fast, apocalyptic songs. The first book in English about Slayer explores the creation of the most universally respected metal album and its long road to the stores, through original interviews with the entire band, plus producer Rick Rubin, engineer Andy Wallace, cover artist Larry Carroll, and Def Jam insiders from Russell Simmons to M.C. Serch. From Tori Amos to Pantera's Phil Anselmo, dozens of fans and artists discuss the record's ongoing impact and Slayer's status in the small fraternity of rock's greatest groups. Editorial Reviews: "If one metal album deserves a serious look, it's Slayer's Reign in Blood." Thus begins this edition of 33 1/3, written by Christian Rummel and narrated by D.X. Ferris. Metal heads will appreciate the author's thorough knowledge of the genre, and his inclusion into the text of numerous artists and fans of this thrash-metal classic. Even die-hard fans of Reign in Blood's apocalyptic music will find new insights buried in this book, and all listeners will find themselves with a greater understanding of the composition and production of the album. D.X. Ferris' dramatic growl sounds like the preview for an action movie, and will be sure to keep listeners tuned in. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Slayer's 'Reign in Blood' (33 1/3 Series) Author: D. X. Ferris Narrator: Christian Rummel Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Issued on America's premier rap label at the peak of the thrash-metal movement, Slayer's controversial Reign in Blood remains the gold standard for extreme heavy metal, a seamless 29-minute procession of 10 blindingly fast, apocalyptic songs. The first book in English about Slayer explores the creation of the most universally respected metal album and its long road to the stores, through original interviews with the entire band, plus producer Rick Rubin, engineer Andy Wallace, cover artist Larry Carroll, and Def Jam insiders from Russell Simmons to M.C. Serch. From Tori Amos to Pantera's Phil Anselmo, dozens of fans and artists discuss the record's ongoing impact and Slayer's status in the small fraternity of rock's greatest groups. Editorial Reviews: "If one metal album deserves a serious look, it's Slayer's Reign in Blood." Thus begins this edition of 33 1/3, written by Christian Rummel and narrated by D.X. Ferris. Metal heads will appreciate the author's thorough knowledge of the genre, and his inclusion into the text of numerous artists and fans of this thrash-metal classic. Even die-hard fans of Reign in Blood's apocalyptic music will find new insights buried in this book, and all listeners will find themselves with a greater understanding of the composition and production of the album. D.X. Ferris' dramatic growl sounds like the preview for an action movie, and will be sure to keep listeners tuned in. Members Reviews: EPIC!!!!!!!! If you could sum up Slayer's 'Reign in Blood' (33 1/3 Series) in three words, what would they be? SLAYER RULES!!!!!!!! ALL!!!!!!! What other book might you compare Slayer's 'Reign in Blood' (33 1/3 Series) to and why? Nothing yet has compared to Slayer's 'Reign in Blood' Which character as performed by Christian Rummel was your favorite? Christian is an amazing narrator, I have 4 of his titles and every character he does is unique. It would be impossible for me to pick just one! Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, again and again!!!! Any additional comments? The only suggestion I have, and I'm sure this would apply to all the 33 1/3 series, would be to add the actual music to the Audible title? I would actually be happy to pay more for this feature. When I reached the end of this title, ALL I wanted to do was listen to the album, in it's entirety????? What a great Audible otherwise!!!!!!!! Great book But I'm sorry I don't think the narration does it justice, it's like Christian has no connection with the text. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Does-the-Noise-in-My-Head-Bother-You-Audiobook/B004YDAF90 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Does the Noise in My Head Bother You? Subtitle: The Autobiography Author: Steven Tyler, David Dalton Narrator: Jeremy Davidson, Steven Tyler Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: WITH AN INTERVIEW RECORDING OF STEVEN TYLER. The no-holds-barred memoir from the legendary Aerosmith frontman has arrived. With tales of debauchery, sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll, the Demon of Screamin' describes his highs and lows as lead singer of the biggest rock band in the world. With his raw, sharp-edged vocals, musical versatility and unprecedented song writing skills, Tyler has, as lead singer of Aerosmith, sold millions of records and played sell-out concerts to as many as 450,000 people. Now, at last, he tells his own story, taking us on a wild rollercoaster ride through the bust-ups, binges, orgies, and good old American excess in the jaw-droppingly honest, in-your-face way that only Tyler can. Following a fateful meeting with his 'mutant twin', Joe Perry, in the summer of 1970, Aerosmith was formedand the rest, as they say, is rock history. They released their first album in 1973, and by 1976 Aerosmith had gone from being nobodies to massive to off the radar, making history as a multi-platinum, chart-topping band. But with great success comes great excess. Nicknamed the Toxic Twins for their insatiable appetite for drugs, booze, and women, Tyler and Perry got caught up in the glamour of self-destruction - smashing each other up with guitars, having seizures, and passing out on stage. As raucous, intoxicating, and edgy as his music, this is the most outrageous rock 'n' roll autobiography of all time. Critic Reviews: "Steven Tyler is one of the greats of American music." (Sir Paul McCartney) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Steven Tyler) Tue, 03 May 2011 08:56:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Does-the-Noise-in-My-Head-Bother-You-Audiobook/B004YDAF90 thebookvoice.com 13:05:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Does the Noise in My Head Bother You? Subtitle: The Autobiography Author: Steven Tyler, David Dalton Narrator: Jeremy Davidson, Steven Tyler Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: WITH AN INTERVIEW RECORDING OF STEVEN TYLER. The no-holds-barred memoir from the legendary Aerosmith frontman has arrived. With tales of debauchery, sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll, the Demon of Screamin' describes his highs and lows as lead singer of the biggest rock band in the world. With his raw, sharp-edged vocals, musical versatility and unprecedented song writing skills, Tyler has, as lead singer of Aerosmith, sold millions of records and played sell-out concerts to as many as 450,000 people. Now, at last, he tells his own story, taking us on a wild rollercoaster ride through the bust-ups, binges, orgies, and good old American excess in the jaw-droppingly honest, in-your-face way that only Tyler can. Following a fateful meeting with his 'mutant twin', Joe Perry, in the summer of 1970, Aerosmith was formedand the rest, as they say, is rock history. They released their first album in 1973, and by 1976 Aerosmith had gone from being nobodies to massive to off the radar, making history as a multi-platinum, chart-topping band. But with great success comes great excess. Nicknamed the Toxic Twins for their insatiable appetite for drugs, booze, and women, Tyler and Perry got caught up in the glamour of self-destruction - smashing each other up with guitars, having seizures, and passing out on stage. As raucous, intoxicating, and edgy as his music, this is the most outrageous rock 'n' roll autobiography of all time. Critic Reviews: "Steven Tyler is one of the greats of American music." (Sir Paul McCartney) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Does the Noise in My Head Bother You? Subtitle: The Autobiography Author: Steven Tyler, David Dalton Narrator: Jeremy Davidson, Steven Tyler Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: WITH AN INTERVIEW RECORDING OF STEVEN TYLER. The no-holds-barred memoir from the legendary Aerosmith frontman has arrived. With tales of debauchery, sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll, the Demon of Screamin' describes his highs and lows as lead singer of the biggest rock band in the world. With his raw, sharp-edged vocals, musical versatility and unprecedented song writing skills, Tyler has, as lead singer of Aerosmith, sold millions of records and played sell-out concerts to as many as 450,000 people. Now, at last, he tells his own story, taking us on a wild rollercoaster ride through the bust-ups, binges, orgies, and good old American excess in the jaw-droppingly honest, in-your-face way that only Tyler can. Following a fateful meeting with his 'mutant twin', Joe Perry, in the summer of 1970, Aerosmith was formedand the rest, as they say, is rock history. They released their first album in 1973, and by 1976 Aerosmith had gone from being nobodies to massive to off the radar, making history as a multi-platinum, chart-topping band. But with great success comes great excess. Nicknamed the Toxic Twins for their insatiable appetite for drugs, booze, and women, Tyler and Perry got caught up in the glamour of self-destruction - smashing each other up with guitars, having seizures, and passing out on stage. As raucous, intoxicating, and edgy as his music, this is the most outrageous rock 'n' roll autobiography of all time. Critic Reviews: "Steven Tyler is one of the greats of American music." (Sir Paul McCartney) Members Reviews: A self indulgent story. I was expecting quite a shocking autobiography, and Steven Tyler's book was all that and more. I found the whole story rather self indulgent, in some places hard to believe, and the relentless story of drugs and excess became quite tedious after a while. There were more tales of over indulgence than a truly interesting story of his life. The narrator was spot on. What a great life Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes, I am a huge fan and knew that the band lived a bit off the rails but it was an eye opener. What did you like best about this story? I just loved it from start to finish. It was in depth and honest. Now hopefully going to read Joe Perrys...see how he seen it happen. What does Steven Tyler and Jeremy Davidson bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you had only read the book? passion in the story Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I wanted to listen to this book all at once, it gripped me. I talked about it to friends, telling them what happened through mainly the periods when we started listening to the band, it was facinating what you don't see! Any additional comments? Great book...frankly surprised all the band survived til now !!! Great story Great story of a notorious front man who took a life of debauchery to new heights and got away with it Amazing Firstly the narrator was out of this world, and really bought Steven to life. As a major Aerohead I love this book and have listened to it 6 times to date. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/On-the-Road-with-Bob-Dylan-Audiobook/B00E8JLWK6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On the Road with Bob Dylan Author: Larry "Ratso" Sloman Narrator: Ramiz Monsef Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In 1975 as Bob Dylan emerged from eight years of seclusion, he dreamed of putting together a traveling music show that would trek across the country like a psychedelic carnival. The dream became reality, and On the Road with Bob Dylan is the ultimate behind-the-scenes look at what happened when Dylan and the Rolling Thunder Revue took to the streets of America. With the intimate detail of a diary, Larry "Ratso" Slomans mesmerizing description of the legendary tour both transports listeners to a celebrated period in rock history and provides them with a vivid snapshot of Dylan during this extraordinary time. This reissue of the 1978 classic resonates more than ever as it chronicles one of the most glittering rock circuses ever assembled, with a cast that includes Joan Baez, Robbie Robertson, Joni Mitchell, Allen Ginsberg, Ramblin Jack Elliott, and a wild entourage of groupies, misfits, sinners, and saints who trailed along for the ride. Sloman candidly captures the all-night revelry and musical prowess - from the backstage antics to impromptu jams - that made the tour a nearly mystical experience. Complete with an introduction by renowned Texas musician, mystery writer, and Revue member Kinky Friedman, this is an unparalleled treat for Dylan fans old and new. Without question, On the Road with Bob Dylan is a remarkable, revealing piece of writing and a rare up-close and personal view of Dylan on tour. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Larry "Ratso" Sloman) Wed, 31 Jul 2013 06:38:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/On-the-Road-with-Bob-Dylan-Audiobook/B00E8JLWK6 thebookvoice.com 15:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On the Road with Bob Dylan Author: Larry "Ratso" Sloman Narrator: Ramiz Monsef Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In 1975 as Bob Dylan emerged from eight years of seclusion, he dreamed of putting together a traveling music show that would trek across the country like a psychedelic carnival. The dream became reality, and On the Road with Bob Dylan is the ultimate behind-the-scenes look at what happened when Dylan and the Rolling Thunder Revue took to the streets of America. With the intimate detail of a diary, Larry "Ratso" Slomans mesmerizing description of the legendary tour both transports listeners to a celebrated period in rock history and provides them with a vivid snapshot of Dylan during this extraordinary time. This reissue of the 1978 classic resonates more than ever as it chronicles one of the most glittering rock circuses ever assembled, with a cast that includes Joan Baez, Robbie Robertson, Joni Mitchell, Allen Ginsberg, Ramblin Jack Elliott, and a wild entourage of groupies, misfits, sinners, and saints who trailed along for the ride. Sloman candidly captures the all-night revelry and musical prowess - from the backstage antics to impromptu jams - that made the tour a nearly mystical experience. Complete with an introduction by renowned Texas musician, mystery writer, and Revue member Kinky Friedman, this is an unparalleled treat for Dylan fans old and new. Without question, On the Road with Bob Dylan is a remarkable, revealing piece of writing and a rare up-close and personal view of Dylan on tour. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On the Road with Bob Dylan Author: Larry "Ratso" Sloman Narrator: Ramiz Monsef Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In 1975 as Bob Dylan emerged from eight years of seclusion, he dreamed of putting together a traveling music show that would trek across the country like a psychedelic carnival. The dream became reality, and On the Road with Bob Dylan is the ultimate behind-the-scenes look at what happened when Dylan and the Rolling Thunder Revue took to the streets of America. With the intimate detail of a diary, Larry "Ratso" Slomans mesmerizing description of the legendary tour both transports listeners to a celebrated period in rock history and provides them with a vivid snapshot of Dylan during this extraordinary time. This reissue of the 1978 classic resonates more than ever as it chronicles one of the most glittering rock circuses ever assembled, with a cast that includes Joan Baez, Robbie Robertson, Joni Mitchell, Allen Ginsberg, Ramblin Jack Elliott, and a wild entourage of groupies, misfits, sinners, and saints who trailed along for the ride. Sloman candidly captures the all-night revelry and musical prowess - from the backstage antics to impromptu jams - that made the tour a nearly mystical experience. Complete with an introduction by renowned Texas musician, mystery writer, and Revue member Kinky Friedman, this is an unparalleled treat for Dylan fans old and new. Without question, On the Road with Bob Dylan is a remarkable, revealing piece of writing and a rare up-close and personal view of Dylan on tour. Members Reviews: How to Love this Love-It or Hate-It Book Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I would highly recommend this audiobook, with several caveats -- not so much caveats, more like, if you can expect a few of these strange attributes in advance, you stand a better chance of falling on the love-it side of this love-it or hate-it book. 1. First of all, not to excuse Larry for his extremely politically incorrect language, but this book was written before the term "politically correct" was even coined, before that concept entered public discourse. So expect some extreme language, shrug it off as anachronistic, and move on to the good stuff. 2. This book was written during the era of gonzo journalism -- Fear and Loathing, Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test, and such. A huge portion of it is devoted to Larry's attempts to get the kind of access he needed to write the book -- post-modern before post-modernism was a common term, meta-journalism where the process is part of the story. And Larry takes it to the extreme, to the point where you wonder whether he's actually making it up for comic effect. Especially once he starts to refer to himself exclusively in the third person as Ratso, after Joan Baez christens him with his nickname and Roger McGuiin ensures that it will endure. If you take it seriously, it could be a huge turn-off. If you laugh at and along with Ratso, as he certainly intended, you will enjoy it. 3. You will see some of your musical icons portrayed not as musical icons, but as ordinary humans, warts and all. Whiners, neurotics, insecure paranoiacs, turf warriors, gossipers, backbiters, etc. Joni Mitchell, Joan Baez, Leonard Cohen, and of course Dylan -- there is the positive side to their characters that shines through, but the negative aspects are the ones that could turn you off if you don't want to hear it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Shining-Star-Audiobook/B00JDNQGGM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shining Star Subtitle: Braving the Elements of Earth, Wind & Fire Author: Philip Bailey, Keith Zimmerman, Kent Zimmerman Narrator: Philip Bailey Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 37 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: With more than 90 million records sold and eight Grammy Awards throughout its 40-year history, Earth, Wind & Fire has staked its claim as one of the most successful, influential, and beloved acts in music history. Now, for the first time, its dynamic lead singer, Philip Bailey, chronicles the group's meteoric rise to stardom and his own professional and spiritual journey. Never before had a musical act crossed multiple styles and genres with a quixotic blend of astrology, universalism, and Egyptology as Earth, Wind & Fire (EWF) did when it exploded into the public's conscience during the 1970s. The group's shows became sensory experiences, with their dramatic staging, shimmering costumes, elaborate choreography, baffling magic tricks, and a thumping backbeat. At the center of the group was its charismatic founder, Maurice White, and Bailey, with his soaring multioctave range and distinctive falsetto. After being signed by recording titan Clive Davis, EWF went on to produce a remarkable series of platinum and gold albums and to headline stadiums around the world. Bailey hit the wall due to fame, fortune, and the excesses of global success. The constant touring and performing took its toll on him publicly and privately. While White and Bailey's relentless work ethic shot the band into the stratosphere, it also exhausted and emotionally gutted the group. In 1983, White abruptly dismantled the band, leaving Bailey and the rest of the members to fend for themselves. Shining Star is the true story of what happens when real life exceeds your dreams and when the power and pain of building a legacy bring both joy and faith-testing challenges. Critic Reviews: "Fans of Bailey's music will find him a warm and occasionally very funny guide through the elements of this American band that Rolling Stone declared 'changed the sound of black pop.'" (Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Philip Bailey) Tue, 15 Apr 2014 08:44:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Shining-Star-Audiobook/B00JDNQGGM thebookvoice.com 08:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shining Star Subtitle: Braving the Elements of Earth, Wind & Fire Author: Philip Bailey, Keith Zimmerman, Kent Zimmerman Narrator: Philip Bailey Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 37 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: With more than 90 million records sold and eight Grammy Awards throughout its 40-year history, Earth, Wind & Fire has staked its claim as one of the most successful, influential, and beloved acts in music history. Now, for the first time, its dynamic lead singer, Philip Bailey, chronicles the group's meteoric rise to stardom and his own professional and spiritual journey. Never before had a musical act crossed multiple styles and genres with a quixotic blend of astrology, universalism, and Egyptology as Earth, Wind & Fire (EWF) did when it exploded into the public's conscience during the 1970s. The group's shows became sensory experiences, with their dramatic staging, shimmering costumes, elaborate choreography, baffling magic tricks, and a thumping backbeat. At the center of the group was its charismatic founder, Maurice White, and Bailey, with his soaring multioctave range and distinctive falsetto. After being signed by recording titan Clive Davis, EWF went on to produce a remarkable series of platinum and gold albums and to headline stadiums around the world. Bailey hit the wall due to fame, fortune, and the excesses of global success. The constant touring and performing took its toll on him publicly and privately. While White and Bailey's relentless work ethic shot the band into the stratosphere, it also exhausted and emotionally gutted the group. In 1983, White abruptly dismantled the band, leaving Bailey and the rest of the members to fend for themselves. Shining Star is the true story of what happens when real life exceeds your dreams and when the power and pain of building a legacy bring both joy and faith-testing challenges. Critic Reviews: "Fans of Bailey's music will find him a warm and occasionally very funny guide through the elements of this American band that Rolling Stone declared 'changed the sound of black pop.'" (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shining Star Subtitle: Braving the Elements of Earth, Wind & Fire Author: Philip Bailey, Keith Zimmerman, Kent Zimmerman Narrator: Philip Bailey Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 37 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: With more than 90 million records sold and eight Grammy Awards throughout its 40-year history, Earth, Wind & Fire has staked its claim as one of the most successful, influential, and beloved acts in music history. Now, for the first time, its dynamic lead singer, Philip Bailey, chronicles the group's meteoric rise to stardom and his own professional and spiritual journey. Never before had a musical act crossed multiple styles and genres with a quixotic blend of astrology, universalism, and Egyptology as Earth, Wind & Fire (EWF) did when it exploded into the public's conscience during the 1970s. The group's shows became sensory experiences, with their dramatic staging, shimmering costumes, elaborate choreography, baffling magic tricks, and a thumping backbeat. At the center of the group was its charismatic founder, Maurice White, and Bailey, with his soaring multioctave range and distinctive falsetto. After being signed by recording titan Clive Davis, EWF went on to produce a remarkable series of platinum and gold albums and to headline stadiums around the world. Bailey hit the wall due to fame, fortune, and the excesses of global success. The constant touring and performing took its toll on him publicly and privately. While White and Bailey's relentless work ethic shot the band into the stratosphere, it also exhausted and emotionally gutted the group. In 1983, White abruptly dismantled the band, leaving Bailey and the rest of the members to fend for themselves. Shining Star is the true story of what happens when real life exceeds your dreams and when the power and pain of building a legacy bring both joy and faith-testing challenges. Critic Reviews: "Fans of Bailey's music will find him a warm and occasionally very funny guide through the elements of this American band that Rolling Stone declared 'changed the sound of black pop.'" (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Absolutely Insightful Amazing narration by Mr. Bailey. Recommend to all EWF fans. Five stars, love the book. Great book, but needed pro narrator Where does Shining Star rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Among the best autobiographies. What was one of the most memorable moments of Shining Star? The circumstances around the dismissal of the band by Maurice, yet Phillip Bailey's big comeback with Phil Collins. How did the narrator detract from the book? Monotone. Not good at speaking in the voices of others. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Nostalgia. Made me respect Phillip even more for his journey, resilience, and spiritual path. A Must Have For EWF Fans, Music Lovers and All! If you could sum up Shining Star in three words, what would they be? Awesome, Amazing, Wonderful What other book might you compare Shining Star to and why? There is no book like this because it is about EWF and there is no other group like them. What does Philip Bailey bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Wow...sensitivity, humility, brutal honesty, insight, introspection, faith and a commitment to the EWF concept. I really appreciated listening to him tell this story in his own voice. It was like Phillip just having a conversation with you one-on-one for 8 hours. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Life-Works-Antonin-Dvorak-Audiobook/B00A6U2DVI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life & Works - Antonin Dvorak Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Jeremy Siepmann, Sean Barrett, Jonathan Keeble, Garrick Hagon, Caroline Friend, Daniel Philpott, Michael Tudor Barnes Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: One of the best-loved composers of all time, Dvorák rose from rural origins to become not only a great but an influential composer. The first composer to put his native Bohemia on the musical map of the world, he was invited to do the same for America. One result was the famous "New World" Symphony, which made him a household name across the globe. Writing music of irresistible color, lilt and peasant vitality, he was also a melodist-in-a-million. This portrait-in-sound follows a lovable and in many ways a very simple, man from hay cart to imperial palace, from tragic loss to heart-warming joy, to pigeon-raising and world celebrity. Editorial Reviews: Author and narrator Jeremy Siepmann leads a large, talented cast through this behind-the-scenes biography of the popular classical music composer. The perfectly chosen narrators play their parts with professionalism and subtlety in the extraordinary drama of the great man's life. Siepmann lets his authoritative voice and knowledge of the subject lead listeners through the inspiring rags-to-riches story. Most enlightening are the letters between Dvorak and his contemporaries as the narrators portray them. Secrets are revealed with heightened emphasis and portentous pauses, letting listeners feel the rhythm of the conversations. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jeremy Siepmann) Tue, 13 Nov 2012 13:22:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Life-Works-Antonin-Dvorak-Audiobook/B00A6U2DVI thebookvoice.com 04:35:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life & Works - Antonin Dvorak Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Jeremy Siepmann, Sean Barrett, Jonathan Keeble, Garrick Hagon, Caroline Friend, Daniel Philpott, Michael Tudor Barnes Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: One of the best-loved composers of all time, Dvorák rose from rural origins to become not only a great but an influential composer. The first composer to put his native Bohemia on the musical map of the world, he was invited to do the same for America. One result was the famous "New World" Symphony, which made him a household name across the globe. Writing music of irresistible color, lilt and peasant vitality, he was also a melodist-in-a-million. This portrait-in-sound follows a lovable and in many ways a very simple, man from hay cart to imperial palace, from tragic loss to heart-warming joy, to pigeon-raising and world celebrity. Editorial Reviews: Author and narrator Jeremy Siepmann leads a large, talented cast through this behind-the-scenes biography of the popular classical music composer. The perfectly chosen narrators play their parts with professionalism and subtlety in the extraordinary drama of the great man's life. Siepmann lets his authoritative voice and knowledge of the subject lead listeners through the inspiring rags-to-riches story. Most enlightening are the letters between Dvorak and his contemporaries as the narrators portray them. Secrets are revealed with heightened emphasis and portentous pauses, letting listeners feel the rhythm of the conversations. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life & Works - Antonin Dvorak Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Jeremy Siepmann, Sean Barrett, Jonathan Keeble, Garrick Hagon, Caroline Friend, Daniel Philpott, Michael Tudor Barnes Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: One of the best-loved composers of all time, Dvorák rose from rural origins to become not only a great but an influential composer. The first composer to put his native Bohemia on the musical map of the world, he was invited to do the same for America. One result was the famous "New World" Symphony, which made him a household name across the globe. Writing music of irresistible color, lilt and peasant vitality, he was also a melodist-in-a-million. This portrait-in-sound follows a lovable and in many ways a very simple, man from hay cart to imperial palace, from tragic loss to heart-warming joy, to pigeon-raising and world celebrity. Editorial Reviews: Author and narrator Jeremy Siepmann leads a large, talented cast through this behind-the-scenes biography of the popular classical music composer. The perfectly chosen narrators play their parts with professionalism and subtlety in the extraordinary drama of the great man's life. Siepmann lets his authoritative voice and knowledge of the subject lead listeners through the inspiring rags-to-riches story. Most enlightening are the letters between Dvorak and his contemporaries as the narrators portray them. Secrets are revealed with heightened emphasis and portentous pauses, letting listeners feel the rhythm of the conversations. Members Reviews: Serviceable, lightweight bio with music I love the format, mixing the text with music. I would have been happy with twice or three times as much of each, and would have preferred more depth. I found the narration over the top; the emotion, the cultured accents, were overdone. At times it felt like a Monty Python sketch. But if you're looking for the basics of Dvorak's life and a taste of his music, it's a good choice. A superficial analysis of the music and the man This is the second book I've listened to from this series, and while the music is lovely, the author never really gets into any significant analysis of the composer's character or his compositional methods. I guess I've been spoiled by Robert Greenberg, who does both. This is a lightly researched look at Dvorak, a composer who deserves so much more. It's probably meant to serve as an introduction only, but if you are a classical music enthusiast, I'm afraid it won't tell you much that you don't already know. Brilliant semi dramatised biography Everything good! Fascinating quotes, thoughtful narration, fine cast with good voices, lovely music. I didn't want it to end. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Im-Just-Dead-Im-Not-Gone-Audiobook/B06XSLPD8B Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I'm Just Dead, I'm Not Gone Author: Jim Dickinson, Ernest Suarez - editor Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: I'm Just Dead, I'm Not Gone chronicles Jim Dickinson's extraordinary life in the Memphis music scene of the fifties and sixties and how he went on to play with and produce a rich array of artists, including Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones, Ry Cooder, Duane Allman, Arlo Guthrie, and Albert King. With verve and wit, Dickinson (1941-2009) describes his trip to Blind Lemon's grave on the Texas flatlands as a college student and how that encounter inspired his return to Memphis. Back home, he looked up Gus Cannon and Furry Lewis, began staging plays, cofounded what would become the annual Memphis Blues Festival, and started recording. The blues, Elvis, and early rock 'n' roll compelled Dickinson to reject racial barriers and spurred his contributions to the Memphis music and experimental art scene. He explains how the family yardman, WDIA, Dewey Philips, Furry Lewis, Will Shade, and Howlin' Wolf shaped him and recounts how he went on to learn his craft at Sun, Ardent, American, Muscle Shoals, and Criteria studios from master producers Sam Phillips, John Fry, Chips Moman, and Jerry Wexler. Critic Reviews: "A world-class storyteller...a mix of homespun philosophy, hipster poetry, ribald anecdotes, and humanizing reminiscences about pretty much everyone who was anyone in Southern musical circles." (Kirkus) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jim Dickinson) Sat, 01 Apr 2017 20:54:12 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Im-Just-Dead-Im-Not-Gone-Audiobook/B06XSLPD8B thebookvoice.com 10:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I'm Just Dead, I'm Not Gone Author: Jim Dickinson, Ernest Suarez - editor Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: I'm Just Dead, I'm Not Gone chronicles Jim Dickinson's extraordinary life in the Memphis music scene of the fifties and sixties and how he went on to play with and produce a rich array of artists, including Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones, Ry Cooder, Duane Allman, Arlo Guthrie, and Albert King. With verve and wit, Dickinson (1941-2009) describes his trip to Blind Lemon's grave on the Texas flatlands as a college student and how that encounter inspired his return to Memphis. Back home, he looked up Gus Cannon and Furry Lewis, began staging plays, cofounded what would become the annual Memphis Blues Festival, and started recording. The blues, Elvis, and early rock 'n' roll compelled Dickinson to reject racial barriers and spurred his contributions to the Memphis music and experimental art scene. He explains how the family yardman, WDIA, Dewey Philips, Furry Lewis, Will Shade, and Howlin' Wolf shaped him and recounts how he went on to learn his craft at Sun, Ardent, American, Muscle Shoals, and Criteria studios from master producers Sam Phillips, John Fry, Chips Moman, and Jerry Wexler. Critic Reviews: "A world-class storyteller...a mix of homespun philosophy, hipster poetry, ribald anecdotes, and humanizing reminiscences about pretty much everyone who was anyone in Southern musical circles." (Kirkus) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I'm Just Dead, I'm Not Gone Author: Jim Dickinson, Ernest Suarez - editor Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: I'm Just Dead, I'm Not Gone chronicles Jim Dickinson's extraordinary life in the Memphis music scene of the fifties and sixties and how he went on to play with and produce a rich array of artists, including Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones, Ry Cooder, Duane Allman, Arlo Guthrie, and Albert King. With verve and wit, Dickinson (1941-2009) describes his trip to Blind Lemon's grave on the Texas flatlands as a college student and how that encounter inspired his return to Memphis. Back home, he looked up Gus Cannon and Furry Lewis, began staging plays, cofounded what would become the annual Memphis Blues Festival, and started recording. The blues, Elvis, and early rock 'n' roll compelled Dickinson to reject racial barriers and spurred his contributions to the Memphis music and experimental art scene. He explains how the family yardman, WDIA, Dewey Philips, Furry Lewis, Will Shade, and Howlin' Wolf shaped him and recounts how he went on to learn his craft at Sun, Ardent, American, Muscle Shoals, and Criteria studios from master producers Sam Phillips, John Fry, Chips Moman, and Jerry Wexler. Critic Reviews: "A world-class storyteller...a mix of homespun philosophy, hipster poetry, ribald anecdotes, and humanizing reminiscences about pretty much everyone who was anyone in Southern musical circles." (Kirkus) Members Reviews: Memphis Music Man I have to confess, I hadn't heard of Jim Dickinson before. I should have. I surely heard some of his work, knew some of it very well. But despite my wife calling me a walking talking Shazam, and my kids accusing me of being a music snob for loving deep cuts, I did not know Jim Dickinson. But his book looked good when I saw it on NetGalley, and now, as a music lover and a lover of music history, I'm better for having read it. Dickinson grew up in Memphis at the time Elvis Presley and Sun Records were inventing rock 'n' roll, Stax was defining soul music with Otis Redding and Co., and blues guitarists young (B.B. King, Howlin' Wolf) and old (Furry Lewis, Bukka White, Memphis Minnie) were being discovered or re-discovered by a younger generation. His memoir chronicles how the changing times and music influenced him to find a path in the arts, first trying to break into theater as a college student at Baylor in Texas, then in Memphis as the producer of theatrical and musical events (co-founding the original Memphis Country Blues Festival in 1966), trying to write novels, and finally focusing on music as a session player and record producer. There is much made at the start about Dickinson not wanting this to be a There I was with Ringo memoir. So he spends a good half the book talking about his youth, when he was in and out of school, trying to find his way. This is really fascinating, especially when you get to see how a typical 50s-era southerner morphs into a beatnik-hipster-folkie type, searching out Blind Lemon Jefferson and learning what he can about other blues legends who had long been forgotten. As interesting as it is, it started to feel like too much time, too much detail, for the formative years of a support player -- I don't know as much about the youth of John Lennon or Mick Jagger as I now do about Jim Dickinson. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Live-at-the-Fillmore-East-and-West-Audiobook/B00Q78PWDY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Live at the Fillmore East and West Subtitle: Getting Backstage and Personal with Rock's Greatest Legends Author: John Glatt Narrator: Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 12-02-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 81 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In 1968, rock promoter Bill Graham launched the Fillmore East in New York City and the Fillmore West in San Francisco, changing music forever. For three years, every major rock band played the Fillmores, performing legendary shows: Jimi Hendrix, the Grateful Dead, Santana, Jefferson Airplane, Led Zeppelin, Cream, the Allman Brothers, and many more. John Glatt tells the story of the Fillmores through the lives of Bill Graham, Janis Joplin, Grace Slick, Carlos Santana, and an all-star supporting cast. Chronicling the East and West Coast cultures of the late 1960s and early 1970s - New York City with its speed, heroin, and the Velvet Underground versus San Francisco with the LSD-drenched Summer of Love - Glatt reveals how Graham made it all possible. But why did Graham shutter both Fillmores within weeks of each other in 1971, during the height of their popularity? Live at the Fillmore East and West reveals how Graham's claim that "the flowers wilted and the scene changed" was not quite the whole story. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Glatt) Tue, 02 Dec 2014 11:03:08 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Live-at-the-Fillmore-East-and-West-Audiobook/B00Q78PWDY thebookvoice.com 13:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Live at the Fillmore East and West Subtitle: Getting Backstage and Personal with Rock's Greatest Legends Author: John Glatt Narrator: Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 12-02-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 81 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In 1968, rock promoter Bill Graham launched the Fillmore East in New York City and the Fillmore West in San Francisco, changing music forever. For three years, every major rock band played the Fillmores, performing legendary shows: Jimi Hendrix, the Grateful Dead, Santana, Jefferson Airplane, Led Zeppelin, Cream, the Allman Brothers, and many more. John Glatt tells the story of the Fillmores through the lives of Bill Graham, Janis Joplin, Grace Slick, Carlos Santana, and an all-star supporting cast. Chronicling the East and West Coast cultures of the late 1960s and early 1970s - New York City with its speed, heroin, and the Velvet Underground versus San Francisco with the LSD-drenched Summer of Love - Glatt reveals how Graham made it all possible. But why did Graham shutter both Fillmores within weeks of each other in 1971, during the height of their popularity? Live at the Fillmore East and West reveals how Graham's claim that "the flowers wilted and the scene changed" was not quite the whole story. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Live at the Fillmore East and West Subtitle: Getting Backstage and Personal with Rock's Greatest Legends Author: John Glatt Narrator: Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 12-02-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 81 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In 1968, rock promoter Bill Graham launched the Fillmore East in New York City and the Fillmore West in San Francisco, changing music forever. For three years, every major rock band played the Fillmores, performing legendary shows: Jimi Hendrix, the Grateful Dead, Santana, Jefferson Airplane, Led Zeppelin, Cream, the Allman Brothers, and many more. John Glatt tells the story of the Fillmores through the lives of Bill Graham, Janis Joplin, Grace Slick, Carlos Santana, and an all-star supporting cast. Chronicling the East and West Coast cultures of the late 1960s and early 1970s - New York City with its speed, heroin, and the Velvet Underground versus San Francisco with the LSD-drenched Summer of Love - Glatt reveals how Graham made it all possible. But why did Graham shutter both Fillmores within weeks of each other in 1971, during the height of their popularity? Live at the Fillmore East and West reveals how Graham's claim that "the flowers wilted and the scene changed" was not quite the whole story. Members Reviews: great story, narrator a bit grating can't say anything bad about the book itself. exactly what o had hoped for. the narrator is very sing songy in his reading and it took me a long while to get used to his delivery. a bit too much like he's trying "perform" his reading rather than just telling the story. Pretty Good Book You have to keep in mind, this is in 60's & 70's. Boring then good. All you hear about is freaking, Jefferson Airplane... ugghh. I don't care for their music... but they were hugely successful then. You hear very little about Hendrix. But the stuff about, Bill Graham was good. Shows how money, can change you...for the worse. The narrator was okay. Sometimes it could get nerve racking. But then again, this was a different time. Too bad both venues are gone now. A lot musical history there. Brought Back Memories I purchased this audiobook for a road trip for me and my man to listen to while traveling and we loved it. It brought back memories for him growing up around San Fransisco during that era. He's seen many of these groups. Mostly Winterland, Berkeley Community Theater, Altamont Speedway and Sacramento Memorial Auditorium. He's several years older than myself but nothing in this book was lost on me. I found the audiobook to be really good. It was a big piece of rock n' roll history where through Phil Graham, many of these groups received exposure. It was equally fun listening to some of the stories about some of my rock heroes such as Santana, Janis Joplin, Jefferson Airplane, and Grateful Dead along with many others including Quicksilver Messenger Service. Overall, this was a really good purchase providing several hours of enjoyment. Peter Berkrot did a great job narrating this audiobook. No complaints from hubby. He thought it was a perfect fit. Great behind the scenes history of Rock shows A very thorough and entertaining account of the birth of not only the San Francisco rock scene, but of the good, old fashioned, rock shows of the late 60's and early to mid 70's. The inside details of what true rock shows were before the arena age of rock was born. I could imagine myself seeing 3 top bands, one evening, in an intimate setting, for $3.00! I am still unsure of what came first, the chicken or the egg. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Aretha-Franklin-Audiobook/B007PTACKC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Aretha Franklin Subtitle: The Queen of Soul Author: Mark Bego Narrator: Mel Foster Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Aretha Franklin: The Queen of Soul documents the beloved singing stars rocky personal life and internationally acclaimed show business career. An in-depth and frank examination of Aretha, this definitive biography traces her career from her beginnings as a 12-year-old member of a church choir in the early 1950s, recording her first album at the age of 14, a major recording contract at 18, and stardom in her 20s, right up through her headline-grabbing 2010 health scare, to her triumphant return: singing to her cheering Detroit hometown fans in summer 2011. This New York Times best-selling authors detailed research includes interviews with the most important people in Arethas life, including record producers Jerry Wexler, Clyde Otis, and Clive Davis; her first husband; several of Franklins singing star contemporaries; and a rare one-on-one session with Aretha herself. Begos portrayal of the singing sensation is done with clarity and neutrality. A no-holds-barred look at her roller-coaster life, it takes her from two teenage pregnancies and an abusive first marriage, to drinking problems, battles with her weight, the murder of her father, and tabloid wars. This critically acclaimed, freshly updated biography will give readers a clear understanding of what makes Aretha Franklin the Queen of Soul. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Bego) Sun, 01 Apr 2012 09:00:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Aretha-Franklin-Audiobook/B007PTACKC thebookvoice.com 15:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Aretha Franklin Subtitle: The Queen of Soul Author: Mark Bego Narrator: Mel Foster Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Aretha Franklin: The Queen of Soul documents the beloved singing stars rocky personal life and internationally acclaimed show business career. An in-depth and frank examination of Aretha, this definitive biography traces her career from her beginnings as a 12-year-old member of a church choir in the early 1950s, recording her first album at the age of 14, a major recording contract at 18, and stardom in her 20s, right up through her headline-grabbing 2010 health scare, to her triumphant return: singing to her cheering Detroit hometown fans in summer 2011. This New York Times best-selling authors detailed research includes interviews with the most important people in Arethas life, including record producers Jerry Wexler, Clyde Otis, and Clive Davis; her first husband; several of Franklins singing star contemporaries; and a rare one-on-one session with Aretha herself. Begos portrayal of the singing sensation is done with clarity and neutrality. A no-holds-barred look at her roller-coaster life, it takes her from two teenage pregnancies and an abusive first marriage, to drinking problems, battles with her weight, the murder of her father, and tabloid wars. This critically acclaimed, freshly updated biography will give readers a clear understanding of what makes Aretha Franklin the Queen of Soul. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Aretha Franklin Subtitle: The Queen of Soul Author: Mark Bego Narrator: Mel Foster Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Aretha Franklin: The Queen of Soul documents the beloved singing stars rocky personal life and internationally acclaimed show business career. An in-depth and frank examination of Aretha, this definitive biography traces her career from her beginnings as a 12-year-old member of a church choir in the early 1950s, recording her first album at the age of 14, a major recording contract at 18, and stardom in her 20s, right up through her headline-grabbing 2010 health scare, to her triumphant return: singing to her cheering Detroit hometown fans in summer 2011. This New York Times best-selling authors detailed research includes interviews with the most important people in Arethas life, including record producers Jerry Wexler, Clyde Otis, and Clive Davis; her first husband; several of Franklins singing star contemporaries; and a rare one-on-one session with Aretha herself. Begos portrayal of the singing sensation is done with clarity and neutrality. A no-holds-barred look at her roller-coaster life, it takes her from two teenage pregnancies and an abusive first marriage, to drinking problems, battles with her weight, the murder of her father, and tabloid wars. This critically acclaimed, freshly updated biography will give readers a clear understanding of what makes Aretha Franklin the Queen of Soul. Members Reviews: A detailed study of Aretha Franklin's life. An in-depth, almost too detailed examination of Aretha, this biography traces her career from her beginnings as a 12-year-old member of a church choir in the early 1950s, recording her first album at the age of 14, a major recording contract at 18, and stardom in her 20s, right up through her headline-grabbing 2010 health scare, to her triumphant return: singing to her cheering Detroit hometown fans in summer 2011. This author's research includes interviews with the most important people in Aretha's life, including record producers Jerry Wexler, Clyde Otis, and Clive Davis; her first husband; several of Franklin's singing star contemporaries; and a rare one-on-one session with Aretha herself. This book takes her through two teenage pregnancies and an abusive first marriage, to drinking problems, battles with her weight, the murder of her father, and tabloid wars. The problem with a book like this for me is that I get bored with reading every detail of each album (14 in her case) most of the concerts, including each song, who she sang it with if it was a duet, etc.That said, it was an extremely interesting journey. I may have to review some of those albums mentioned here. Miss Franklin, the Diva If you could sum up Aretha Franklin in three words, what would they be? Hungry, Naive and Wonderful How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable? I find with biographies about artists that there is too much written about the actual music industry itself and too little about the artist .. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? I found the book very moving and I believe Ms Franklin's life has not been an easy one. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Detroit-Rock-City-Audiobook/B00D4B47X8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Detroit Rock City Subtitle: The Uncensored History of Rock 'n' Roll in America's Loudest City Author: Steve Miller Narrator: Steve Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 07-09-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: From the Stooges and MC to Grand Funk Railroad and Ted Nugent, to the White Stripes, Eminem, and Kid Rock, and whole casts of other great bands and performers, Detroit has always produced louder, more rumbling, more subversive rock music than any city in the world. In Detroit Rock City, listeners get to hear the stories straight from the participants themselves: the singers, the guitar slingers, the fans, the reporters, the promoters, even the guys who hand-made amps to be louder and crunchier than the competitions. This is the story, by the people who saw with their own eyes, made with their own hands, and heard with their own ears. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Steve Miller) Tue, 09 Jul 2013 03:00:04 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Detroit-Rock-City-Audiobook/B00D4B47X8 thebookvoice.com 10:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Detroit Rock City Subtitle: The Uncensored History of Rock 'n' Roll in America's Loudest City Author: Steve Miller Narrator: Steve Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 07-09-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: From the Stooges and MC to Grand Funk Railroad and Ted Nugent, to the White Stripes, Eminem, and Kid Rock, and whole casts of other great bands and performers, Detroit has always produced louder, more rumbling, more subversive rock music than any city in the world. In Detroit Rock City, listeners get to hear the stories straight from the participants themselves: the singers, the guitar slingers, the fans, the reporters, the promoters, even the guys who hand-made amps to be louder and crunchier than the competitions. This is the story, by the people who saw with their own eyes, made with their own hands, and heard with their own ears. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Detroit Rock City Subtitle: The Uncensored History of Rock 'n' Roll in America's Loudest City Author: Steve Miller Narrator: Steve Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 07-09-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: From the Stooges and MC to Grand Funk Railroad and Ted Nugent, to the White Stripes, Eminem, and Kid Rock, and whole casts of other great bands and performers, Detroit has always produced louder, more rumbling, more subversive rock music than any city in the world. In Detroit Rock City, listeners get to hear the stories straight from the participants themselves: the singers, the guitar slingers, the fans, the reporters, the promoters, even the guys who hand-made amps to be louder and crunchier than the competitions. This is the story, by the people who saw with their own eyes, made with their own hands, and heard with their own ears. Members Reviews: Could not get through it, no story here What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? This book is nothing but 5000 quotes from other people read. Hard to follow, not real interesting and I never made it to part 2, board out of my mind. Wasn't Impressed What disappointed you about Detroit Rock City? He was just reading quotes from others. Most of the book was listening to citing his sources, which became distracting. Well Read Well Said Would you listen to Detroit Rock City again? Why? Yes! The stories entwine and the history is layered, so it is easy to uncover new aspects of Detroit and how Detroit influences American music. What other book might you compare Detroit Rock City to and why? Please Kill Me The Uncensored Oral History of Punk except Detroit Rock City is regional and is interesting in that way. What does Steve Miller bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Steve Miller's voice expresses true love for the music. He expresses a view of growing up for any one of us who have been "touched" by rock and roll. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Interesting book, funny and informative. Any additional comments? True grit. If it was easy it would not have been about Detroit. In a city's fabled tales of crime, demise and lost souls lies the spirit of rock. The book needed to be written. Detroit is not just Motown. The Detroit rock drums have a distinct back beat much like the undercurrent beats of New Orleans, a sound, a distinction of rock souls. If you listen you will hear it, the beating heart of Detroit. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Stevie-Wonders-Songs-in-the-Key-of-Life-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V59VNO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Stevie Wonder's Songs in the Key of Life (33 1/3 Series) Author: Zeth Lundy Narrator: Allyson Johnson Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In the autumn of 1976, when Stevie Wonder unveiled Songs in the Key of Life to the world, it was immediately apparent that this was an album of considerable genius and undeniable scope. Here, Zeth Lundy tells the compelling story of the album's background, creation and enduring influence. Zeth Lundy is Music Columns Editor at online magazine PopMatters. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. (A task which can be, as Elvis Costello famously observed, as tricky as dancing about architecture.) What binds this series together, and what brings it to life, is that all of the authors - musicians, scholars, and writers - are deeply in love with the album they have chosen. Editorial Reviews: Stevie Wonder's 1976 grand soul pop double LP, Songs in the Key of Life, debuted at number one on the charts, surpassing all of its highly anticipated success and going on to become one of the most influential and beloved albums of the 20th century. An ambitious, expansive effort, it contains multitudes; fittingly Zeth Lundy opens his discourse on the album with a quote from Walt Whitman. Lundy takes a holistic approach, splitting his analysis of the album into sections on the themes of birth, innocence, experience, death, and transcendence. Allyson Johnson brings vibrancy to her performance of the audiobook, reflecting Wonder's joys and pains while creating this single minded and celebratory work. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Zeth Lundy) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 01:28:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Stevie-Wonders-Songs-in-the-Key-of-Life-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V59VNO thebookvoice.com 04:18:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Stevie Wonder's Songs in the Key of Life (33 1/3 Series) Author: Zeth Lundy Narrator: Allyson Johnson Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In the autumn of 1976, when Stevie Wonder unveiled Songs in the Key of Life to the world, it was immediately apparent that this was an album of considerable genius and undeniable scope. Here, Zeth Lundy tells the compelling story of the album's background, creation and enduring influence. Zeth Lundy is Music Columns Editor at online magazine PopMatters. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. (A task which can be, as Elvis Costello famously observed, as tricky as dancing about architecture.) What binds this series together, and what brings it to life, is that all of the authors - musicians, scholars, and writers - are deeply in love with the album they have chosen. Editorial Reviews: Stevie Wonder's 1976 grand soul pop double LP, Songs in the Key of Life, debuted at number one on the charts, surpassing all of its highly anticipated success and going on to become one of the most influential and beloved albums of the 20th century. An ambitious, expansive effort, it contains multitudes; fittingly Zeth Lundy opens his discourse on the album with a quote from Walt Whitman. Lundy takes a holistic approach, splitting his analysis of the album into sections on the themes of birth, innocence, experience, death, and transcendence. Allyson Johnson brings vibrancy to her performance of the audiobook, reflecting Wonder's joys and pains while creating this single minded and celebratory work. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Stevie Wonder's Songs in the Key of Life (33 1/3 Series) Author: Zeth Lundy Narrator: Allyson Johnson Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In the autumn of 1976, when Stevie Wonder unveiled Songs in the Key of Life to the world, it was immediately apparent that this was an album of considerable genius and undeniable scope. Here, Zeth Lundy tells the compelling story of the album's background, creation and enduring influence. Zeth Lundy is Music Columns Editor at online magazine PopMatters. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. (A task which can be, as Elvis Costello famously observed, as tricky as dancing about architecture.) What binds this series together, and what brings it to life, is that all of the authors - musicians, scholars, and writers - are deeply in love with the album they have chosen. Editorial Reviews: Stevie Wonder's 1976 grand soul pop double LP, Songs in the Key of Life, debuted at number one on the charts, surpassing all of its highly anticipated success and going on to become one of the most influential and beloved albums of the 20th century. An ambitious, expansive effort, it contains multitudes; fittingly Zeth Lundy opens his discourse on the album with a quote from Walt Whitman. Lundy takes a holistic approach, splitting his analysis of the album into sections on the themes of birth, innocence, experience, death, and transcendence. Allyson Johnson brings vibrancy to her performance of the audiobook, reflecting Wonder's joys and pains while creating this single minded and celebratory work. Members Reviews: Lost Keys This author had a WONDERFUL topic that he destroyed with too many words. Please redo this after reading Stunk and White's Elements of Style.Additionally, this author did not recognize that Stevie Wonder's audience loves him for his ability to say so much, so well, so succinctly. Don't even try this one. Interesting conundrum The 33 1/3 series is great. My problem is with music criticism in general, and the review of "Songs" is an example of it. In the absence of actual music to listen to, the review becomes so overly wordy and conceptual that you wonder if the reviewer isn't just way overthinking things! After all, it's just music. Not everything we hear is to be cerebralized to death. Sometimes it's just to be listened to and enjoyed for what it is. By contrast, the 33 1/3 review of Prince's "Sign o' the Times" is much more relevant, because the reviewer talks a lot about how the music makes them FEEL, and the importance that Prince has had in their personal life, as a backdrop to their review of the album. The review of "Songs" was accompanied by biographical and historical info about Stevie, but it was mostly a cold, almost academic dissection of each song - - and just fraught with too many multi-syllable words and "esoteric" concepts. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Relentless-Audiobook/B00D2YH0N6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Relentless Subtitle: The Memoir Author: Yngwie J. Malmsteen Narrator: Yngwie J. Malmsteen, Fred Berman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 05-29-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The rock-and-roll memoir of one of the world's greatest guitarists. Yngwie Malmsteen's revolutionary guitar style - combining elements of classical music with the speed and volume of heavy metal - made him a staple of the 80s rock scene. Decades later, he's still a legend among guitarists, having sold 11 million albums and influenced generations of rockers since. In Relentless, Malmsteen shares his personal story, from the moment he burst onto the scene, seemingly out of nowhere, in the early 80s to become a household name in the annals of heavy metal. Along the way, he talks about his first bands, going solo, his songwriting and recording process, and the seedy side of the rock business. Malmsteen was named one of Time magazine's ten greatest electric guitar players. The author's most recent album, Spellbound, was released in December 2012. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Yngwie J. Malmsteen) Wed, 29 May 2013 01:15:51 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Relentless-Audiobook/B00D2YH0N6 thebookvoice.com 07:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Relentless Subtitle: The Memoir Author: Yngwie J. Malmsteen Narrator: Yngwie J. Malmsteen, Fred Berman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 05-29-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The rock-and-roll memoir of one of the world's greatest guitarists. Yngwie Malmsteen's revolutionary guitar style - combining elements of classical music with the speed and volume of heavy metal - made him a staple of the 80s rock scene. Decades later, he's still a legend among guitarists, having sold 11 million albums and influenced generations of rockers since. In Relentless, Malmsteen shares his personal story, from the moment he burst onto the scene, seemingly out of nowhere, in the early 80s to become a household name in the annals of heavy metal. Along the way, he talks about his first bands, going solo, his songwriting and recording process, and the seedy side of the rock business. Malmsteen was named one of Time magazine's ten greatest electric guitar players. The author's most recent album, Spellbound, was released in December 2012. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Relentless Subtitle: The Memoir Author: Yngwie J. Malmsteen Narrator: Yngwie J. Malmsteen, Fred Berman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 05-29-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The rock-and-roll memoir of one of the world's greatest guitarists. Yngwie Malmsteen's revolutionary guitar style - combining elements of classical music with the speed and volume of heavy metal - made him a staple of the 80s rock scene. Decades later, he's still a legend among guitarists, having sold 11 million albums and influenced generations of rockers since. In Relentless, Malmsteen shares his personal story, from the moment he burst onto the scene, seemingly out of nowhere, in the early 80s to become a household name in the annals of heavy metal. Along the way, he talks about his first bands, going solo, his songwriting and recording process, and the seedy side of the rock business. Malmsteen was named one of Time magazine's ten greatest electric guitar players. The author's most recent album, Spellbound, was released in December 2012. Members Reviews: Autobiography of Yngwie J. Malmsteen. Would you listen to Relentless again? Why? Absolutely, because it is an absolutely amazing book! What did you like best about this story? I like reading an autobiography, then you know it`s the truth. Books written by others can come up with falsehoods. This book is the truth about Yngwies life. What about Yngwie J. Malmsteen and Fred Berman s performance did you like? Vivid descriptions! Excellent! If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? That you get to listen to Yngwies amazing guitar playing. He is world class. I think he is by far the greatest of them all. Any additional comments? I recommend everyone to read it! Yngwie Malmsteen!!!!!!!!!!!! One Day I will be so close to his talent and skill and maybe even reach. excelent book I thought he was a god, now I KNOW he is a god. really well written and good narrator. His story is thrilling and an icon of self improvement and relentlessness. (the title is PERFECT) amazing story! I loved every chapter of Yngwie's story. thank you for sharing it and your beautiful music with the world. as long as I have hearing I will appreciate your music Not as great as I had heard... What disappointed you about Relentless? I like Yngwie's music and had heard good things about this book. However, even though it has some interesting stories and insight into his life and career, most of it is just boasting. He pretends like he is being modest but really wants to let everyone know how awesome he thinks he is. He also repeats himself often. I'm kind of disappointed. Would you ever listen to anything by Yngwie J. Malmsteen again? I'm not sure... What three words best describe Yngwie J. Malmsteen and Fred Berman s performance? Yngwie: Brief. He only narrates the first few minutes. The other person dose a good job. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/DJ-Shadows-Endtroducing-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008LUJ9XK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: DJ Shadow's 'Endtroducing' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Eliot Wilder Narrator: L. J. Ganser Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: What resonated about Endtroducing when it was released in 1996, and what makes it still resonate today, is the way in which it loosens itself from the mooring of the known and sails off into an uncharted territory that seems to exist both in and out of time. Josh Davis is not only a master sampler and turntablist supreme, he is also a serious archeologist with a world-thirsty passion (what Cut Chemist refers to as Joshs spidey sense) for seeking out, uncovering, and then ripping apart the discarded graces of some other generation - that pile of broken dreams - and weaving them back together into a tapestry of chronic bleakness and beauty. Over the course of several long conversations with Josh Davis (DJ Shadow), we learn about his early years in California, the friends and mentors who helped him along the way, his relationship with MoWax and James Lavelle, and the genesis and creation of his widely acknowledged masterpiece, Endtroducing. Editorial Reviews: This relatively short audiobook chronicles the life of DJ Shadow, from his boyhood, to his discovery of hip hop, to his huge success with the release of the album Endtroducing. Endtroducing is an album that "cuts right to the blue flame of the heart," and this audiobook will add new biographical dimensions to any listener's experience of the music. Listeners can expect to listen mostly to DJ Shadow's own words in the form of interviews. Narrator L. J. Ganser's rather spare performance of both the interviews and the exposition of the book allows Shadow's ideas and language to speak for themselves. Author Eliot Wilder's own bits of wisdom are added to the text infrequently, but do provide good context for the interviews. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Eliot Wilder) Thu, 26 Jul 2012 21:60:40 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/DJ-Shadows-Endtroducing-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008LUJ9XK thebookvoice.com 02:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: DJ Shadow's 'Endtroducing' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Eliot Wilder Narrator: L. J. Ganser Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: What resonated about Endtroducing when it was released in 1996, and what makes it still resonate today, is the way in which it loosens itself from the mooring of the known and sails off into an uncharted territory that seems to exist both in and out of time. Josh Davis is not only a master sampler and turntablist supreme, he is also a serious archeologist with a world-thirsty passion (what Cut Chemist refers to as Joshs spidey sense) for seeking out, uncovering, and then ripping apart the discarded graces of some other generation - that pile of broken dreams - and weaving them back together into a tapestry of chronic bleakness and beauty. Over the course of several long conversations with Josh Davis (DJ Shadow), we learn about his early years in California, the friends and mentors who helped him along the way, his relationship with MoWax and James Lavelle, and the genesis and creation of his widely acknowledged masterpiece, Endtroducing. Editorial Reviews: This relatively short audiobook chronicles the life of DJ Shadow, from his boyhood, to his discovery of hip hop, to his huge success with the release of the album Endtroducing. Endtroducing is an album that "cuts right to the blue flame of the heart," and this audiobook will add new biographical dimensions to any listener's experience of the music. Listeners can expect to listen mostly to DJ Shadow's own words in the form of interviews. Narrator L. J. Ganser's rather spare performance of both the interviews and the exposition of the book allows Shadow's ideas and language to speak for themselves. Author Eliot Wilder's own bits of wisdom are added to the text infrequently, but do provide good context for the interviews. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: DJ Shadow's 'Endtroducing' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Eliot Wilder Narrator: L. J. Ganser Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: What resonated about Endtroducing when it was released in 1996, and what makes it still resonate today, is the way in which it loosens itself from the mooring of the known and sails off into an uncharted territory that seems to exist both in and out of time. Josh Davis is not only a master sampler and turntablist supreme, he is also a serious archeologist with a world-thirsty passion (what Cut Chemist refers to as Joshs spidey sense) for seeking out, uncovering, and then ripping apart the discarded graces of some other generation - that pile of broken dreams - and weaving them back together into a tapestry of chronic bleakness and beauty. Over the course of several long conversations with Josh Davis (DJ Shadow), we learn about his early years in California, the friends and mentors who helped him along the way, his relationship with MoWax and James Lavelle, and the genesis and creation of his widely acknowledged masterpiece, Endtroducing. Editorial Reviews: This relatively short audiobook chronicles the life of DJ Shadow, from his boyhood, to his discovery of hip hop, to his huge success with the release of the album Endtroducing. Endtroducing is an album that "cuts right to the blue flame of the heart," and this audiobook will add new biographical dimensions to any listener's experience of the music. Listeners can expect to listen mostly to DJ Shadow's own words in the form of interviews. Narrator L. J. Ganser's rather spare performance of both the interviews and the exposition of the book allows Shadow's ideas and language to speak for themselves. Author Eliot Wilder's own bits of wisdom are added to the text infrequently, but do provide good context for the interviews. Members Reviews: What? I gave up listening when, twenty minutes into this two-hour book, the author still hadn't mentioned the purported subject, DJ Shadow's "Endtroducing." https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Walking-on-the-Moon-Audiobook/B00D5V9UJ8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Walking on the Moon Subtitle: The Untold Story of the Police and the Rise of New Wave Rock Author: Chris Campion Narrator: Fred Berman Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 06-04-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: An unflinching look at the rise of one of the most recognizable names in pop music - The Police The Police have sold more than 50 million albums, made Rolling Stone's Greatest Artists of All Time list, and finished a triumphant world reunion tour in 2008. Now British journalist Chris Campion draws on extensive research and new interviews to trace the inside saga of this iconic group, including the unorthodox business strategies employed by manager Miles Copeland that took them to the top and the intense rivalry that drove Sting, Andy Summers, and Stewart Copeland to split at the height of their success in the 1980s. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Chris Campion) Tue, 04 Jun 2013 01:47:14 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Walking-on-the-Moon-Audiobook/B00D5V9UJ8 thebookvoice.com 09:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Walking on the Moon Subtitle: The Untold Story of the Police and the Rise of New Wave Rock Author: Chris Campion Narrator: Fred Berman Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 06-04-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: An unflinching look at the rise of one of the most recognizable names in pop music - The Police The Police have sold more than 50 million albums, made Rolling Stone's Greatest Artists of All Time list, and finished a triumphant world reunion tour in 2008. Now British journalist Chris Campion draws on extensive research and new interviews to trace the inside saga of this iconic group, including the unorthodox business strategies employed by manager Miles Copeland that took them to the top and the intense rivalry that drove Sting, Andy Summers, and Stewart Copeland to split at the height of their success in the 1980s. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Walking on the Moon Subtitle: The Untold Story of the Police and the Rise of New Wave Rock Author: Chris Campion Narrator: Fred Berman Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 06-04-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: An unflinching look at the rise of one of the most recognizable names in pop music - The Police The Police have sold more than 50 million albums, made Rolling Stone's Greatest Artists of All Time list, and finished a triumphant world reunion tour in 2008. Now British journalist Chris Campion draws on extensive research and new interviews to trace the inside saga of this iconic group, including the unorthodox business strategies employed by manager Miles Copeland that took them to the top and the intense rivalry that drove Sting, Andy Summers, and Stewart Copeland to split at the height of their success in the 1980s. Members Reviews: OK, OK, we get it... you don't like the Police. Considering the Police's definitive place in the history of New Wave, it's initially surprising to hear them described as such mediocre, opportunistic, and profoundly flawed human beings. However, as the story unfolds, it becomes obvious that author Campion has a serious axe to grind, as his seemingly comprehensive tome on the band devolves into a feature-length exercise in character assassination, tinged liberally with a not-insignificant helping of judgement and smirk. Much of the early section of the band's history casts them as ruthless manipulators of the punk movement, a group of schemers masquerading as serious-minded musicians to cash in on whatever trend could be ridden to riches, all the while insulting their audience's intelligence and good will. Campion seizes on the regular instances of disharmony - particularly between Sting and Stewart Copeland - as if this were proof positive that, beneath their marginal talents, this ground-breaking band could be reduced to a bad marriage that stayed together for the sake of kids. The only positive words are effusively heaped on Henri Padovani, the Police's original but fundamentally limited guitar player. Which, I guess, makes Andy Summers the homewrecker. Of some distraction is the interspersing of New Wave historical information, and even here, the focus is squarely on Miles Copeland (the Police's manager), A&M Records (the Police's original label) and Copeland's Faulty Products / I.R.S. stable of performers (ie. Squeeze). Not only is this shockingly inadequate coverage of New Wave (even as an overview), but these sections veer away from the Police narrative regularly, leaving the listener wondering when the main story will resume. In the later segments, Sting's solo career is cast as a cold and calculating exploration of jazz/world music and black musicians bordering, it is imagined, on racist exploitation. Too, Copeland's post-Synchronicity adventures are dismissed as desperate grasps at respectability, while Summers drifts aimlessly as an aging relic, lost without the band as his meal ticket. Fred Berman's narration is clear and straightforward, though on multiple occasions he seems to unconsciously slip into a weak Sting vocal impression (the only character in the story for whom he does this), which at least underscores the prominent role Sting plays in the life and subsequent demise of the band. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/How-to-Make-Gravy-Audiobook/B009MAYJX8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Make Gravy Author: Paul Kelly Narrator: Paul Kelly Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-12 Publisher: Hamish Hamilton, Penguin Group (Australia) Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Paul Kelly is a uniquely gifted storyteller, and here, using his lyrics as starting points, he reads stories of his life and his songs, including "Before Too Long", "To Her Door", "Leaps And Bounds", "Don't Start Me Talking", "Dumb Things", "From Little Things Big Things Grow" and "How to Make Gravy". Mirroring the structure of his legendary A to Z shows - where he performs around a hundred of his songs alphabetically over four nights - Kelly describes the highs and lows of performing, the art of songwriting, being on the road with the band, tales of his childhood, family, friends and fellow musicians. He is then joined by special guests as some of Australia's finest actors - Cate Blanchett, Russell Crowe, Hugh Jackman, Judy Davis, and Ben Mendelsohn - each read a selected chapter. Playful and honest, insightful and intimate, How to Make Gravy is an irresistible reflection on both the big and little things in life. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Paul Kelly) Mon, 08 Oct 2012 23:41:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/How-to-Make-Gravy-Audiobook/B009MAYJX8 thebookvoice.com 16:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Make Gravy Author: Paul Kelly Narrator: Paul Kelly Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-12 Publisher: Hamish Hamilton, Penguin Group (Australia) Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Paul Kelly is a uniquely gifted storyteller, and here, using his lyrics as starting points, he reads stories of his life and his songs, including "Before Too Long", "To Her Door", "Leaps And Bounds", "Don't Start Me Talking", "Dumb Things", "From Little Things Big Things Grow" and "How to Make Gravy". Mirroring the structure of his legendary A to Z shows - where he performs around a hundred of his songs alphabetically over four nights - Kelly describes the highs and lows of performing, the art of songwriting, being on the road with the band, tales of his childhood, family, friends and fellow musicians. He is then joined by special guests as some of Australia's finest actors - Cate Blanchett, Russell Crowe, Hugh Jackman, Judy Davis, and Ben Mendelsohn - each read a selected chapter. Playful and honest, insightful and intimate, How to Make Gravy is an irresistible reflection on both the big and little things in life. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Make Gravy Author: Paul Kelly Narrator: Paul Kelly Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-12 Publisher: Hamish Hamilton, Penguin Group (Australia) Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Paul Kelly is a uniquely gifted storyteller, and here, using his lyrics as starting points, he reads stories of his life and his songs, including "Before Too Long", "To Her Door", "Leaps And Bounds", "Don't Start Me Talking", "Dumb Things", "From Little Things Big Things Grow" and "How to Make Gravy". Mirroring the structure of his legendary A to Z shows - where he performs around a hundred of his songs alphabetically over four nights - Kelly describes the highs and lows of performing, the art of songwriting, being on the road with the band, tales of his childhood, family, friends and fellow musicians. He is then joined by special guests as some of Australia's finest actors - Cate Blanchett, Russell Crowe, Hugh Jackman, Judy Davis, and Ben Mendelsohn - each read a selected chapter. Playful and honest, insightful and intimate, How to Make Gravy is an irresistible reflection on both the big and little things in life. Members Reviews: A Great Read a unique perspective from a world traveling singer-songwriter. I'll listen again and revisit his music many times. Paul Kelly warts and all Would you consider the audio edition of How to Make Gravy to be better than the print version? This audio edition makes the story come to life and is much more memorable than the print version could ever be. What did you like best about this story? The honesty and poignancy Paul brings to this life he has led up to now, may he live to write many more songs and tales. Have you listened to any of Paul Kellys other performances before? How does this one compare? I have only listened to his music and performances on CD and TV, so cannot compare this epic tale. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? There were many moments that moved me , particularly the part when his mother passed away, it was very moving , sad and joyful for a life lived well. Any additional comments? Paul's honest account of his life to date, the good parts and the dark bad parts , told alphabetically like his performances of late make this a story well remembered. Great companion to Paul Kelly's mongrel memoir Would you consider the audio edition of How to Make Gravy to be better than the print version? Paul Kelly's A-Z Recordings is a great summary of a fantastic songwriter's career. The accompanying book is also illuminating, thoughtful and funny - and having Paul as the reader for the audio version is a treat. not bad Would you consider the audio edition of How to Make Gravy to be better than the print version? no What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) is that it? Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I was able to relate to some places Any additional comments? the theme is a bit confusing. Jumping from one thing to something unrelated. Great stories about life, love, friends & family I really enjoyed this book. It makes it very easy to understand how Paul has been able to tell his stories through songs. A rich life shared warmly and openly. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Listen-to-This-Audiobook/B004DJ73PY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Listen to This Author: Alex Ross Narrator: Alex Ross Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-25-10 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In Listen to This, Alex Ross, the music critic for The New Yorker, looks both backward and forward in time, capturing essential figures and ideas in classical-music history, as well as giving an alternative view of recent pop music that emphasizes the power of the individual musical voice in whatever genre. Ross combines a selection of his New Yorker essays with new material that will serve as an introduction to some basic classical-music concepts and figures and will give an alternative view of recent pop music. It will demonstrate the essential equality of great musical creators in whatever genre. It begins with 'Listen to This', his most famous New Yorker essay, an autobiographical account of his early passion for classical music and belated discovery of pop music in college. It sets forth the themes of the book as a whole: how classical music can become a vital part of wider contemporary culture, how it can survive and even prosper in the face of proclamations of its decline. There follows a new essay tracing the history of the chaconne, a dance form based on a descending bass line, which originated as an erotic Afro-Caribbean dance in the 16th century, then migrated to Europe and inspired such Baroque masterpieces as Bach's Chaconne in D minor, and later found echoes in the bass lines both of 20th-century classical masterpieces and African-American blues. Led Zeppelin's 'Dazed and Confused' and Bob Dylan's 'Simple Twist of Fate', among other songs, extend the principle. This chapter develops, in a less personal way, the themes of 'Listen to This', and serves as a kind of whirlwind tour of five centuries of music history. Third in the introductory section is 'The Record Effect', an account of technology's impact on pop and classical music. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alex Ross) Thu, 25 Nov 2010 17:10:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Listen-to-This-Audiobook/B004DJ73PY thebookvoice.com 14:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Listen to This Author: Alex Ross Narrator: Alex Ross Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-25-10 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In Listen to This, Alex Ross, the music critic for The New Yorker, looks both backward and forward in time, capturing essential figures and ideas in classical-music history, as well as giving an alternative view of recent pop music that emphasizes the power of the individual musical voice in whatever genre. Ross combines a selection of his New Yorker essays with new material that will serve as an introduction to some basic classical-music concepts and figures and will give an alternative view of recent pop music. It will demonstrate the essential equality of great musical creators in whatever genre. It begins with 'Listen to This', his most famous New Yorker essay, an autobiographical account of his early passion for classical music and belated discovery of pop music in college. It sets forth the themes of the book as a whole: how classical music can become a vital part of wider contemporary culture, how it can survive and even prosper in the face of proclamations of its decline. There follows a new essay tracing the history of the chaconne, a dance form based on a descending bass line, which originated as an erotic Afro-Caribbean dance in the 16th century, then migrated to Europe and inspired such Baroque masterpieces as Bach's Chaconne in D minor, and later found echoes in the bass lines both of 20th-century classical masterpieces and African-American blues. Led Zeppelin's 'Dazed and Confused' and Bob Dylan's 'Simple Twist of Fate', among other songs, extend the principle. This chapter develops, in a less personal way, the themes of 'Listen to This', and serves as a kind of whirlwind tour of five centuries of music history. Third in the introductory section is 'The Record Effect', an account of technology's impact on pop and classical music. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Listen to This Author: Alex Ross Narrator: Alex Ross Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-25-10 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In Listen to This, Alex Ross, the music critic for The New Yorker, looks both backward and forward in time, capturing essential figures and ideas in classical-music history, as well as giving an alternative view of recent pop music that emphasizes the power of the individual musical voice in whatever genre. Ross combines a selection of his New Yorker essays with new material that will serve as an introduction to some basic classical-music concepts and figures and will give an alternative view of recent pop music. It will demonstrate the essential equality of great musical creators in whatever genre. It begins with 'Listen to This', his most famous New Yorker essay, an autobiographical account of his early passion for classical music and belated discovery of pop music in college. It sets forth the themes of the book as a whole: how classical music can become a vital part of wider contemporary culture, how it can survive and even prosper in the face of proclamations of its decline. There follows a new essay tracing the history of the chaconne, a dance form based on a descending bass line, which originated as an erotic Afro-Caribbean dance in the 16th century, then migrated to Europe and inspired such Baroque masterpieces as Bach's Chaconne in D minor, and later found echoes in the bass lines both of 20th-century classical masterpieces and African-American blues. Led Zeppelin's 'Dazed and Confused' and Bob Dylan's 'Simple Twist of Fate', among other songs, extend the principle. This chapter develops, in a less personal way, the themes of 'Listen to This', and serves as a kind of whirlwind tour of five centuries of music history. Third in the introductory section is 'The Record Effect', an account of technology's impact on pop and classical music. Members Reviews: Great book! This book so far has been a great read. Once again Alex Ross takes the reader beyond the music and words and bring us to a new level of understanding about music, he really opens us to many different generas of music that i have not listen to until reading this book. recommend reading, for music majors and for anyone that loves music Read this! From the first chapter of his second book, LISTEN TO THIS, in which he recounts how Beethoven's "Eroica" symphony inspired a lifelong love of music in him - to the last in which he details the pathos lingering throughout the work of Johannes Brahms - Alex Ross cements his reputation as perhaps the most dynamic writer on music today. His first outing, THE REST IS NOISE, has become an international bestseller and established itself as THE premiere survey on twentieth century classical music - an obtuse subject effortlessly broken down and made accessible by Ross's seamless prose and clear narrative structure. LISTEN TO THIS proves to be far more episodic than THE REST IS NOISE. In contrast to that book's linear chronology, LISTEN TO THIS is simply a collection of essays on various musical subjects, most of which have already been published in Ross's primary meal ticket, THE NEW YORKER magazine. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Mister-Satans-Apprentice-Audiobook/B015NL1DT2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mister Satan's Apprentice Subtitle: A Blues Memoir Author: Adam Gussow Narrator: Adam Gussow Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-15 Publisher: Modern Blues Harmonica Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: How does a white kid from the New York suburbs, harmonica in hand, end up earning himself a busker's spot on the Harlem sidewalks next to Mr. Satan, a Mississippi-born legend? How did an interracial blues duo fare on the streets of New York during a turbulent, fractious time marked by racially-motivated murders in Howard Beach, Bensonhurst, and Crown Heights? And how did that unlikely pair, as "Satan and Adam", conquer the American blues world, beginning with a cameo appearance in U2's Rattle and Hum (1988) and continuing through their W. C. Handy Award-nominated 1991 debut, Harlem Blues? bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Adam Gussow) Tue, 22 Sep 2015 12:26:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Mister-Satans-Apprentice-Audiobook/B015NL1DT2 thebookvoice.com 14:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mister Satan's Apprentice Subtitle: A Blues Memoir Author: Adam Gussow Narrator: Adam Gussow Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-15 Publisher: Modern Blues Harmonica Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: How does a white kid from the New York suburbs, harmonica in hand, end up earning himself a busker's spot on the Harlem sidewalks next to Mr. Satan, a Mississippi-born legend? How did an interracial blues duo fare on the streets of New York during a turbulent, fractious time marked by racially-motivated murders in Howard Beach, Bensonhurst, and Crown Heights? And how did that unlikely pair, as "Satan and Adam", conquer the American blues world, beginning with a cameo appearance in U2's Rattle and Hum (1988) and continuing through their W. C. Handy Award-nominated 1991 debut, Harlem Blues? Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mister Satan's Apprentice Subtitle: A Blues Memoir Author: Adam Gussow Narrator: Adam Gussow Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-15 Publisher: Modern Blues Harmonica Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: How does a white kid from the New York suburbs, harmonica in hand, end up earning himself a busker's spot on the Harlem sidewalks next to Mr. Satan, a Mississippi-born legend? How did an interracial blues duo fare on the streets of New York during a turbulent, fractious time marked by racially-motivated murders in Howard Beach, Bensonhurst, and Crown Heights? And how did that unlikely pair, as "Satan and Adam", conquer the American blues world, beginning with a cameo appearance in U2's Rattle and Hum (1988) and continuing through their W. C. Handy Award-nominated 1991 debut, Harlem Blues? Members Reviews: Amazing and down right bluesy. A real life story that tugs at your heart strings. Happy and sad, this is one of the best books Ive every listened to. So sad I finished it!! Would you consider the audio edition of Mister Satan's Apprentice to be better than the print version? LOVED the audio version. Loved knowing that Adam Gussow was reading his own work. (That's always preferable IMO.) And his voice is so pleasant and easy to listen to! But he made the book even more interesting by using voices for the other people, especially for Mr. Satan. His voice for him wasn't a caricature or overdone but instead well done which allowed us listeners to understand Mr. Satan's enthusiasm, irritation, passion, etc. What was one of the most memorable moments of Mister Satan's Apprentice? The scene where Adam was in Harlem, playing with Mr. Satan, aware of his whiteness and the recent racial tensions as a result of recent killings of African-Americans by the New York police. A couple of very very angry black men approached him. Adam was very sensitive to their complaints and carefully de-escalated the tension. It might have turned out so differently if he hadn't been so sensitive and intelligent and well respected by Mr. Satan and the others who regularly came to watch them play. Have you listened to any of Adam Gussows other performances before? How does this one compare? No. I wish he had others. I've looked! Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The end did. I teared up because I was so sad that I'd come to the end. Luckily I can listen to it again. Any additional comments? Fascinating and enlightening discussion of the blues!! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Captain-Beefhearts-Trout-Mask-Replica-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008L47T0Q Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Captain Beefheart's 'Trout Mask Replica' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Kevin Courrier Narrator: Andy Caploe Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In the spring of 1969, the inauspicious release of Captain Beefheart and the Magic Band's Trout Mask Replica, a double-album featuring 28 stream-of-consciousness songs filled with abstract rhythms and guttural bellows, dramatically altered the pop landscape. Yet even if the album did cast its radical vision over the future of music, much of the record's artistic strength is actually drawn from the past. This book examines how Beefheart's incomparable opus, an album that divided, rather than united, a pop audience, is informed by a variety of diverse sources. Trout Mask Replica is a hybrid of poetic declarations inspired by both Walt Whitman and the beat poets, the field hollers of the Delta Blues, the urban blues of Howlin' Wolf, the gospel blues of Blind Willie Johnson, and the free jazz of Ornette Coleman. This book illustrates how Trout Mask Replica was not so much an arcane specimen of the avant-garde, but rather a defiantly original declaration of the American imagination. Editorial Reviews: Narrator Andy Caploe gives an excellent performance of this edition of the series 33 1/3. The music in question is Trout Mask Replica, by the band Captain Beefheart. Narrator Caploe's voice is low and musical, and conveys the same level of engagement in reading the text as the author, Kevin Courrier, conveys in writing it. This is a passionate, in-depth look at Trout Mask Replica, and includes history and analysis of the music as well as the author's personal biography as it relates to his love for this band. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kevin Courrier) Thu, 26 Jul 2012 13:37:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Captain-Beefhearts-Trout-Mask-Replica-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008L47T0Q thebookvoice.com 05:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Captain Beefheart's 'Trout Mask Replica' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Kevin Courrier Narrator: Andy Caploe Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In the spring of 1969, the inauspicious release of Captain Beefheart and the Magic Band's Trout Mask Replica, a double-album featuring 28 stream-of-consciousness songs filled with abstract rhythms and guttural bellows, dramatically altered the pop landscape. Yet even if the album did cast its radical vision over the future of music, much of the record's artistic strength is actually drawn from the past. This book examines how Beefheart's incomparable opus, an album that divided, rather than united, a pop audience, is informed by a variety of diverse sources. Trout Mask Replica is a hybrid of poetic declarations inspired by both Walt Whitman and the beat poets, the field hollers of the Delta Blues, the urban blues of Howlin' Wolf, the gospel blues of Blind Willie Johnson, and the free jazz of Ornette Coleman. This book illustrates how Trout Mask Replica was not so much an arcane specimen of the avant-garde, but rather a defiantly original declaration of the American imagination. Editorial Reviews: Narrator Andy Caploe gives an excellent performance of this edition of the series 33 1/3. The music in question is Trout Mask Replica, by the band Captain Beefheart. Narrator Caploe's voice is low and musical, and conveys the same level of engagement in reading the text as the author, Kevin Courrier, conveys in writing it. This is a passionate, in-depth look at Trout Mask Replica, and includes history and analysis of the music as well as the author's personal biography as it relates to his love for this band. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Captain Beefheart's 'Trout Mask Replica' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Kevin Courrier Narrator: Andy Caploe Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In the spring of 1969, the inauspicious release of Captain Beefheart and the Magic Band's Trout Mask Replica, a double-album featuring 28 stream-of-consciousness songs filled with abstract rhythms and guttural bellows, dramatically altered the pop landscape. Yet even if the album did cast its radical vision over the future of music, much of the record's artistic strength is actually drawn from the past. This book examines how Beefheart's incomparable opus, an album that divided, rather than united, a pop audience, is informed by a variety of diverse sources. Trout Mask Replica is a hybrid of poetic declarations inspired by both Walt Whitman and the beat poets, the field hollers of the Delta Blues, the urban blues of Howlin' Wolf, the gospel blues of Blind Willie Johnson, and the free jazz of Ornette Coleman. This book illustrates how Trout Mask Replica was not so much an arcane specimen of the avant-garde, but rather a defiantly original declaration of the American imagination. Editorial Reviews: Narrator Andy Caploe gives an excellent performance of this edition of the series 33 1/3. The music in question is Trout Mask Replica, by the band Captain Beefheart. Narrator Caploe's voice is low and musical, and conveys the same level of engagement in reading the text as the author, Kevin Courrier, conveys in writing it. This is a passionate, in-depth look at Trout Mask Replica, and includes history and analysis of the music as well as the author's personal biography as it relates to his love for this band. Members Reviews: A Fitting Tribute to an Often Overlooked Album Well written and researched book, gives Beefheart and the members of the Magic Band their due credit in evolution of rock and roll. A live one. What made the experience of listening to Captain Beefheart's 'Trout Mask Replica' (33 1/3 Series) the most enjoyable? Whether you are a fan of the good Captain's music or not, this, his most celebrated LP certainly makes for one of the worthiest subjects of this series of books. The making of the album is an extraordinary tale of a spectacularly iconoclastic artist imposing his vision upon us and his long, long suffering collaborators. It's a story of far more intrinsic interest than the majority of those behind the creation of music LPs --so much so that I suspect that this is one instance where you don't even need to be terribly familiar with the actual music in order to enjoy the book. Don Van Vliet was a truly remarkable character emerging out of an extraordinary cultural milieu (late 60s California) and the way the period is tangentially evoked is a big part of the pleasure to be had here. What did you like best about this story? As an historical overview, this is a pretty fair-handed and well-informed one. It touches all the key bases and doesn't overly pander to the posturing fandom often associated with the Zappa/Beefheart crowd. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Life-Works-Franz-Schubert-Audiobook/B00A6U1D6E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life & Works - Franz Schubert Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Jeremy Siepmann, Tom George, Peter Yapp, Stephen Critchlow, Sean Barrett, Jonathan Keeble, Charlie Simpson Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The life of Franz Schubert has been a gift to romantically inclined biographers: the beautiful, brilliant, modest boy who sprang to fully fledged genius at the age of 16; the quintessential "artist in a garret", entirely consumed by his art and living a hand-to-mouth existence in Vienna (home of Mozart, Haydn and Beethoven); the gentle, cheerful, convivial young man who prized friendship almost as highly as music itself; the unworldly poet from whom great music poured like water from a fountain; the unrecognized master who died almost penniless at the age of 31. And most of this is true. But, as revealed in this dramatized biography (lavishly illustrated with musical examples), there was a secret, darker side to Schubert which only renders his story that much more fascinating. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jeremy Siepmann) Tue, 13 Nov 2012 12:50:27 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Life-Works-Franz-Schubert-Audiobook/B00A6U1D6E thebookvoice.com 04:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life & Works - Franz Schubert Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Jeremy Siepmann, Tom George, Peter Yapp, Stephen Critchlow, Sean Barrett, Jonathan Keeble, Charlie Simpson Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The life of Franz Schubert has been a gift to romantically inclined biographers: the beautiful, brilliant, modest boy who sprang to fully fledged genius at the age of 16; the quintessential "artist in a garret", entirely consumed by his art and living a hand-to-mouth existence in Vienna (home of Mozart, Haydn and Beethoven); the gentle, cheerful, convivial young man who prized friendship almost as highly as music itself; the unworldly poet from whom great music poured like water from a fountain; the unrecognized master who died almost penniless at the age of 31. And most of this is true. But, as revealed in this dramatized biography (lavishly illustrated with musical examples), there was a secret, darker side to Schubert which only renders his story that much more fascinating. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life & Works - Franz Schubert Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Jeremy Siepmann, Tom George, Peter Yapp, Stephen Critchlow, Sean Barrett, Jonathan Keeble, Charlie Simpson Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The life of Franz Schubert has been a gift to romantically inclined biographers: the beautiful, brilliant, modest boy who sprang to fully fledged genius at the age of 16; the quintessential "artist in a garret", entirely consumed by his art and living a hand-to-mouth existence in Vienna (home of Mozart, Haydn and Beethoven); the gentle, cheerful, convivial young man who prized friendship almost as highly as music itself; the unworldly poet from whom great music poured like water from a fountain; the unrecognized master who died almost penniless at the age of 31. And most of this is true. But, as revealed in this dramatized biography (lavishly illustrated with musical examples), there was a secret, darker side to Schubert which only renders his story that much more fascinating. Members Reviews: Very well done Any additional comments? I found this story of Schubert's life quite well done. It gave me a much expanded, and more accurate, understanding of this man's life. Although a given listener may complain the book did not include this or that composition amongst those recordings inserted to augment the story line, I found the sampling to be good. I liked the fact that full performances, or large segments, of each piece were played, rather than just short snatches. I also liked how different actors' voices read quotes from various letters and journals that were used to support the story. Enjoyable and informative! Unoriginal Would you try another book written by Jeremy Siepmann or narrated by the narrators? No. There was nothing new presented. It was a rehash worth little more than a Wikipedia entry Would you ever listen to anything by Jeremy Siepmann again? No. How did the narrator detract from the book? His voice was stiff, almost pedantic and without charm What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Disappointment Wonderful Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? A beautifully constructed, performed and delivered book that is an absolute must for anyone interested in this remarkable man and his genius. I can't praise it enough and have enjoyed every moment. Excellent account of Schubert's life & works. I enjoyed this as much as the story of Brahms. Siepmann shows Schubert's ambiguity, genius. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Crowd-the-Critic-and-the-Muse-Audiobook/B00DC1GRSI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Crowd, the Critic, and the Muse Subtitle: A Book for Creators Author: M. Gungor Narrator: Michael Gungor Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 06-12-13 Publisher: Woodsley Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 54 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "We are all creators. Whether or not we create is not up to us. We are human, and creating is what we do. Every interaction, movement, and decision is creativity at work. We are all artists. We all order creation around us into the world that we want to make."Michael Gungor In The Crowd, the Critic, and the Muse, Michael Gungor takes an uncompromising - and humorous - look at our creative selves and the world that we have fashioned around us. Through story and reflection, Gungor shows how our deepest beliefs and assumptions about the universe affect how we order creation. Our art and our humanity are inextricably entwined. Surveying pop songs and church services, fine art and movies, Gungor shows what these works of creation reveal about us - for better and worse - and offers a powerful argument for why we can do better. Art is like fruit, and if we want to improve the quality of our creative output, we must tend not only to the fruit, but to the tree, its roots, and the soil that it is planted in. To become free as creators, we must not simply try harder, we must become different. Gungor argues that this kind of change demands both an awareness of one's own cultural conditioning and a healthy degree of faith, doubt, hope and love. An award-winning, globetrotting musician, Gungor also reveals his personal journey as an artist and creator, a tale of moving from innocence to wisdom, from simplicity to complexity and back again, a tale of leaving home and returning in a new, better, and more creative way. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (M. Gungor) Wed, 12 Jun 2013 03:21:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Crowd-the-Critic-and-the-Muse-Audiobook/B00DC1GRSI thebookvoice.com 05:32:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Crowd, the Critic, and the Muse Subtitle: A Book for Creators Author: M. Gungor Narrator: Michael Gungor Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 06-12-13 Publisher: Woodsley Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 54 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "We are all creators. Whether or not we create is not up to us. We are human, and creating is what we do. Every interaction, movement, and decision is creativity at work. We are all artists. We all order creation around us into the world that we want to make."Michael Gungor In The Crowd, the Critic, and the Muse, Michael Gungor takes an uncompromising - and humorous - look at our creative selves and the world that we have fashioned around us. Through story and reflection, Gungor shows how our deepest beliefs and assumptions about the universe affect how we order creation. Our art and our humanity are inextricably entwined. Surveying pop songs and church services, fine art and movies, Gungor shows what these works of creation reveal about us - for better and worse - and offers a powerful argument for why we can do better. Art is like fruit, and if we want to improve the quality of our creative output, we must tend not only to the fruit, but to the tree, its roots, and the soil that it is planted in. To become free as creators, we must not simply try harder, we must become different. Gungor argues that this kind of change demands both an awareness of one's own cultural conditioning and a healthy degree of faith, doubt, hope and love. An award-winning, globetrotting musician, Gungor also reveals his personal journey as an artist and creator, a tale of moving from innocence to wisdom, from simplicity to complexity and back again, a tale of leaving home and returning in a new, better, and more creative way. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Crowd, the Critic, and the Muse Subtitle: A Book for Creators Author: M. Gungor Narrator: Michael Gungor Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 06-12-13 Publisher: Woodsley Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 54 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "We are all creators. Whether or not we create is not up to us. We are human, and creating is what we do. Every interaction, movement, and decision is creativity at work. We are all artists. We all order creation around us into the world that we want to make."Michael Gungor In The Crowd, the Critic, and the Muse, Michael Gungor takes an uncompromising - and humorous - look at our creative selves and the world that we have fashioned around us. Through story and reflection, Gungor shows how our deepest beliefs and assumptions about the universe affect how we order creation. Our art and our humanity are inextricably entwined. Surveying pop songs and church services, fine art and movies, Gungor shows what these works of creation reveal about us - for better and worse - and offers a powerful argument for why we can do better. Art is like fruit, and if we want to improve the quality of our creative output, we must tend not only to the fruit, but to the tree, its roots, and the soil that it is planted in. To become free as creators, we must not simply try harder, we must become different. Gungor argues that this kind of change demands both an awareness of one's own cultural conditioning and a healthy degree of faith, doubt, hope and love. An award-winning, globetrotting musician, Gungor also reveals his personal journey as an artist and creator, a tale of moving from innocence to wisdom, from simplicity to complexity and back again, a tale of leaving home and returning in a new, better, and more creative way. Members Reviews: Moving, Honest & Well Performed The author reads his own book with real soul and humour, and the content itself is uplifting and moving. I especially enjoyed the timing and appropriateness of the soundbites and background music in parts. A beautiful listen. Excellent Presentation What made the experience of listening to The Crowd, the Critic, and the Muse the most enjoyable? I liked how Michael Gungor's personality comes out as he reads. He is an excellent writer and isn't afraid to let his quirkiness come out. He also takes creative liberties in this audiorecording by playing music and recordings from his past. It makes the book come alive in a more gripping way. What was one of the most memorable moments of The Crowd, the Critic, and the Muse? One of the most memorable moments was when he talked about his first concert in a stadium. I am a musician so I know what the nervousness feels like. His account of it made the hair stand up on my arms. What does Michael Gungor bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? He brought his personality into the book and played music in the background, at times. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? This really isn't that type of a book. Any additional comments? This book is an incredible primer for doing further study as you try to establish yourself in your inherent creative potential. It certainly isn't a tell all end all book. There is SO much more that needs to be discussed. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/MJ-Audiobook/B0163BELZ4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: MJ Subtitle: The Genius of Michael Jackson Author: Steve Knopper Narrator: Eric Michael Summerer Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: From the moment in 1965 when he first stepped onstage with his brothers at a local talent show in Gary, Indiana, Michael Jackson was destined to become the undisputed king of pop. In a career spanning four decades, he became a global icon, selling over 400 million albums, earning 13 Grammy Awards, and spinning dance moves that captivated the world. Rolling Stone contributing editor Steve Knopper delves deeply into Michael Jackson's music and talent. From the artist's early days with the Jackson 5 to his stratospheric success as a solo artist,to "Beat It" and "Thriller", "Bad", and "The Man in the Mirror", to his volatile final years, his attempted comeback, and his untimely death, Knopper explores the beguiling and often contradictory forces that fueled Michael Jackson's genius. Drawing on an amazing 400 interviews, this critical biography puts all the elements of his career into perspective and celebrates his triumph in art and music. Critic Reviews: "Michael Jackson was, indeed, a genius. But he was undoubtedly a troubled genius, as this sweeping biography reveals." (Kirkus) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Steve Knopper) Tue, 20 Oct 2015 21:06:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/MJ-Audiobook/B0163BELZ4 thebookvoice.com 13:32:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: MJ Subtitle: The Genius of Michael Jackson Author: Steve Knopper Narrator: Eric Michael Summerer Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: From the moment in 1965 when he first stepped onstage with his brothers at a local talent show in Gary, Indiana, Michael Jackson was destined to become the undisputed king of pop. In a career spanning four decades, he became a global icon, selling over 400 million albums, earning 13 Grammy Awards, and spinning dance moves that captivated the world. Rolling Stone contributing editor Steve Knopper delves deeply into Michael Jackson's music and talent. From the artist's early days with the Jackson 5 to his stratospheric success as a solo artist,to "Beat It" and "Thriller", "Bad", and "The Man in the Mirror", to his volatile final years, his attempted comeback, and his untimely death, Knopper explores the beguiling and often contradictory forces that fueled Michael Jackson's genius. Drawing on an amazing 400 interviews, this critical biography puts all the elements of his career into perspective and celebrates his triumph in art and music. Critic Reviews: "Michael Jackson was, indeed, a genius. But he was undoubtedly a troubled genius, as this sweeping biography reveals." (Kirkus) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: MJ Subtitle: The Genius of Michael Jackson Author: Steve Knopper Narrator: Eric Michael Summerer Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: From the moment in 1965 when he first stepped onstage with his brothers at a local talent show in Gary, Indiana, Michael Jackson was destined to become the undisputed king of pop. In a career spanning four decades, he became a global icon, selling over 400 million albums, earning 13 Grammy Awards, and spinning dance moves that captivated the world. Rolling Stone contributing editor Steve Knopper delves deeply into Michael Jackson's music and talent. From the artist's early days with the Jackson 5 to his stratospheric success as a solo artist,to "Beat It" and "Thriller", "Bad", and "The Man in the Mirror", to his volatile final years, his attempted comeback, and his untimely death, Knopper explores the beguiling and often contradictory forces that fueled Michael Jackson's genius. Drawing on an amazing 400 interviews, this critical biography puts all the elements of his career into perspective and celebrates his triumph in art and music. Critic Reviews: "Michael Jackson was, indeed, a genius. But he was undoubtedly a troubled genius, as this sweeping biography reveals." (Kirkus) Members Reviews: It is ok but no details of his creativity in here As other reviewers have pointed out, this is not a book for a musical fan of Michael Jackson. I made the mistake of not reading the reviews myself. It sounded like it was authored by an accountant or an attorney. I was more looking forward to knowing about the creativity that went into the making of his landmark albums. But I was left disappointed and will have to look else where. But you will get the answers to why Michael's life ended the way it did. It is interesting that there are contradictions regarding anything related to Michael. He was carefree with his spending. His family and law suits were constantly preying on him. His failing health and addictions would ultimately take him out. In the end, its an unfortunate tragedy of a exceptional talent. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Your-Band-Sucks-Audiobook/B0106VOY7W Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Your Band Sucks Subtitle: What I Saw at Indie Rock's Failed Revolution (But Can No Longer Hear) Author: Jon Fine Narrator: Jon Fine Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 06-23-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Jon Fine spent nearly 30 years performing and recording with bands that played various forms of aggressive and challenging underground rock music. And, as he writes in this memoir, at no point were any of those bands "ever threatened, even distantly, by actual fame". Yet when members of his first band, Bitch Magnet, reunited after 21 years to tour Europe, Asia, and America, diehard longtime fans traveled from far and wide to attend those shows, which was a testament to the remarkable staying power of the indie culture that the bands predating the likes of Bitch Magnet willed into existence through sheer determination and a shared disdain for the mediocrity of contemporary popular music.Like Anthony Bourdain's Kitchen Confidential, Your Band Sucks is an insider's look at a fascinating and ferociously loved subculture. In it, Fine tracks how the indie-rock underground emerged and evolved, how it grappled with the mainstream and vice versa, and how it led many bands to an odd rebirth in the 21st century in which they reunited, briefly and bittersweetly, after being broken up for decades. With backstage access to many key characters in the scene - and plenty of wit and sharply worded opinion - Fine delivers a memoir that affectionately yet critically portrays an important, heady moment in music history. Critic Reviews: "'I don't regret a thing' writes Fine, and neither will readers who live vicariously through the author's eyes and memory." ( Kirkus starred review) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jon Fine) Tue, 23 Jun 2015 06:58:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Your-Band-Sucks-Audiobook/B0106VOY7W thebookvoice.com 10:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Your Band Sucks Subtitle: What I Saw at Indie Rock's Failed Revolution (But Can No Longer Hear) Author: Jon Fine Narrator: Jon Fine Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 06-23-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Jon Fine spent nearly 30 years performing and recording with bands that played various forms of aggressive and challenging underground rock music. And, as he writes in this memoir, at no point were any of those bands "ever threatened, even distantly, by actual fame". Yet when members of his first band, Bitch Magnet, reunited after 21 years to tour Europe, Asia, and America, diehard longtime fans traveled from far and wide to attend those shows, which was a testament to the remarkable staying power of the indie culture that the bands predating the likes of Bitch Magnet willed into existence through sheer determination and a shared disdain for the mediocrity of contemporary popular music.Like Anthony Bourdain's Kitchen Confidential, Your Band Sucks is an insider's look at a fascinating and ferociously loved subculture. In it, Fine tracks how the indie-rock underground emerged and evolved, how it grappled with the mainstream and vice versa, and how it led many bands to an odd rebirth in the 21st century in which they reunited, briefly and bittersweetly, after being broken up for decades. With backstage access to many key characters in the scene - and plenty of wit and sharply worded opinion - Fine delivers a memoir that affectionately yet critically portrays an important, heady moment in music history. Critic Reviews: "'I don't regret a thing' writes Fine, and neither will readers who live vicariously through the author's eyes and memory." ( Kirkus starred review) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Your Band Sucks Subtitle: What I Saw at Indie Rock's Failed Revolution (But Can No Longer Hear) Author: Jon Fine Narrator: Jon Fine Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 06-23-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Jon Fine spent nearly 30 years performing and recording with bands that played various forms of aggressive and challenging underground rock music. And, as he writes in this memoir, at no point were any of those bands "ever threatened, even distantly, by actual fame". Yet when members of his first band, Bitch Magnet, reunited after 21 years to tour Europe, Asia, and America, diehard longtime fans traveled from far and wide to attend those shows, which was a testament to the remarkable staying power of the indie culture that the bands predating the likes of Bitch Magnet willed into existence through sheer determination and a shared disdain for the mediocrity of contemporary popular music.Like Anthony Bourdain's Kitchen Confidential, Your Band Sucks is an insider's look at a fascinating and ferociously loved subculture. In it, Fine tracks how the indie-rock underground emerged and evolved, how it grappled with the mainstream and vice versa, and how it led many bands to an odd rebirth in the 21st century in which they reunited, briefly and bittersweetly, after being broken up for decades. With backstage access to many key characters in the scene - and plenty of wit and sharply worded opinion - Fine delivers a memoir that affectionately yet critically portrays an important, heady moment in music history. Critic Reviews: "'I don't regret a thing' writes Fine, and neither will readers who live vicariously through the author's eyes and memory." ( Kirkus starred review) Members Reviews: Your Writing Sucks: What I read at Indie Rock's failed revolution (but can no longer feel) Picked this up as an add-on to the Bitch Magnet compilation. I don't know Jon Fine from Adam, having come to Bitch Magnet through Superchunk/Seam, but there was something interesting about how he is now an executive editor of Inc. magazine; having won several awards - in other words, a writer. The story isn't bad, but it's not profound. There are times when his opinion gets a bit snobbish, like when he dumps on the Clash (while I like Bitch Magnet, Bitch Magnet will never have the cultural impact of the Clash - but, whatever, his book, his opinion). My biggest gripe - the writing's lazy. From time to time he uses worthwhile poetic phrases, like when he calls a stretch of gray skies a bruise, but I ultimately felt like I was reading something in an undergrad Creative Writing class. The pacing was clunky, the quality of language was inconsistent, which made me think he was tabbing between Thesaurus.com and his Word document as he wrote, and the writing is weak, i.e. that part in Dead Poets Society about the use of "very." I wouldn't hold this against him, except he writes as a profession, and my expectation was that this was going to be an extraordinarily well written story. His Book Doesn't Suck. If you've ever been in a band that you knew had about .001% chance of ever impressing anyone besides your bandmates and tiny label buddies, you'll love this book. If you've ever had a conversation with someone about how much compression ruins songs but makes them radio friendly, you'll love this book. If you've ever argued with someone about how Smashing Pumpkins is arena rock in turtlenecks, you'll love this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/White-Bicycles-Audiobook/B00BW9I88O Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: White Bicycles Subtitle: Making Music in the 1960s Author: Joe Boyd Narrator: Joe Boyd Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 03-19-13 Publisher: Joe Boyd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Joe Boyd tells of his journey through Sixties music, from tour managing Muddy Waters and Coleman Hawkins, to plugging in Bob Dylan's electric guitar while working as production manager at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival, to becoming a leading record producer. His first session was Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood's "Crossroads" followed by Pink Floyd, Nick Drake, the Incredible String Band, Fairport Convention, Sandy Denny and many more. He moved to Hollywood at the end of the decade where he produced the documentary "Jimi Hendrix" for Warner Brothers. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Joe Boyd) Tue, 19 Mar 2013 08:28:47 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/White-Bicycles-Audiobook/B00BW9I88O thebookvoice.com 08:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: White Bicycles Subtitle: Making Music in the 1960s Author: Joe Boyd Narrator: Joe Boyd Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 03-19-13 Publisher: Joe Boyd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Joe Boyd tells of his journey through Sixties music, from tour managing Muddy Waters and Coleman Hawkins, to plugging in Bob Dylan's electric guitar while working as production manager at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival, to becoming a leading record producer. His first session was Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood's "Crossroads" followed by Pink Floyd, Nick Drake, the Incredible String Band, Fairport Convention, Sandy Denny and many more. He moved to Hollywood at the end of the decade where he produced the documentary "Jimi Hendrix" for Warner Brothers. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: White Bicycles Subtitle: Making Music in the 1960s Author: Joe Boyd Narrator: Joe Boyd Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 03-19-13 Publisher: Joe Boyd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Joe Boyd tells of his journey through Sixties music, from tour managing Muddy Waters and Coleman Hawkins, to plugging in Bob Dylan's electric guitar while working as production manager at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival, to becoming a leading record producer. His first session was Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood's "Crossroads" followed by Pink Floyd, Nick Drake, the Incredible String Band, Fairport Convention, Sandy Denny and many more. He moved to Hollywood at the end of the decade where he produced the documentary "Jimi Hendrix" for Warner Brothers. Members Reviews: see below The author knew a lot of music people, worked with them and around others, but not closely with any that I'm a big fan of. I would have liked it better if he had been with bands I liked better. The story is well written. Narrator is kind of flat. A Truly Excellent Book This is easily one of the best audiobooks Ive heard since joining Audible over 5 years ago, made all the more delightful a find as Ill admit I bought this on impulse. It deals with author Joe Boyds experiences working as club owner, gig promoter, road manager and record producer during the heady days of the 60s, and the many talented and potentially ill-fated people he met along the way. From the early pre-pop days of jazz quartets and endless one-night stands through The Beatles, Woodstock, Altamont and beyond the book never flags and manages to convey the sights, sounds and mood of probably the most important decade in pop music history. And its not all name-dropping and tales of expensive parties (although there is some of that of course). Whilst some of the acts Boyd deals with go on to worldwide fame and acclaim (Pink Floyd and Fairport Convention most notably) many more never quite achieved their potential as with The Incredible String Band or, worse, only found fame posthumously as with Nick Drake. Joe Boyd also narrates his tale brilliantly, and is both engaging and entertaining so that you can feel his excitement at a pending opportunity, his anger when he is being lead a dance by record labels, and his sadness and regret at the many vulnerable souls (Syd Barrett, Sandy Denny, Jimi Hendrix, Nick Drake) who fell along the way. The final chapter is possibly the finest piece Ive heard on the music business and how it, and life in general, has altered since the heydays of the 60s. Joe Boyd disproves that oft-quoted saying, as he does remember the 60s, and he WAS there. Highly recommended. An inside story of 60's music and counterculture A thoughtful and interesting account of the music and culture of the 60's. Anyone interested in the music Boyd produced and was involved in will enjoy this very well produced and performed audio book. plenty of anecdotes for the general music fan. overall an enjoyable few hours. A great book on music on the 60's Well read by the author himself, detailing alot of the well known- and more on the not so well known- artists of the 60's. Not so much the clichéd recycling of a vision passed between people who weren't there, as often seen on film or TV, but a very real insight into the cultural explosion and the approach of recording albums, touring, setting up club nights and being young in the 1960s. It gets better towards the end This one drags a bit at the beginning. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Composers-Letters-Audiobook/B0036GRQXO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Composers' Letters Author: Ludwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Narrator: Jeremy Nicholas, Daniel Philpott, Edward de Souza Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-00 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In Composers' Letters, the voices of the great figures of classical music come alive through their correspondence. Set against the music we know and love, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Wagner, Tchaikovsky, and many more talk openly about their music, their hopes and fears, their lives, their sadness, and their struggles in realizing their artistic hopes in a commercial world. Poignant, funny, revealing, informative and so often direct and honest, these letters offer a fascinating insight into the personalities that created our Western musical tradition. Editorial Reviews: In a perfect and perfectly delightful use of the audio format, this offering pairs accomplished and well-cast actors with letters written by famous composers. The letters are given chronologically, from J.S. Bach's writing about career and money difficulties in the seventeenth century through the letters of Hayden, Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and others up to Tchaikovsky and Stravinsky in the twentieth. A brief and helpful historical note precedes each composer's section, and, best of all, the music he's writing about accompanies and illuminates the words. Age-appropriate actors voice composers writing in old age while lighter, boyish voices bring us young Mozart or Chopin as a determined and very broke youth writing home from Paris. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ludwig van Beethoven) Thu, 26 Oct 2000 03:24:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Composers-Letters-Audiobook/B0036GRQXO thebookvoice.com 02:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Composers' Letters Author: Ludwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Narrator: Jeremy Nicholas, Daniel Philpott, Edward de Souza Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-00 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In Composers' Letters, the voices of the great figures of classical music come alive through their correspondence. Set against the music we know and love, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Wagner, Tchaikovsky, and many more talk openly about their music, their hopes and fears, their lives, their sadness, and their struggles in realizing their artistic hopes in a commercial world. Poignant, funny, revealing, informative and so often direct and honest, these letters offer a fascinating insight into the personalities that created our Western musical tradition. Editorial Reviews: In a perfect and perfectly delightful use of the audio format, this offering pairs accomplished and well-cast actors with letters written by famous composers. The letters are given chronologically, from J.S. Bach's writing about career and money difficulties in the seventeenth century through the letters of Hayden, Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and others up to Tchaikovsky and Stravinsky in the twentieth. A brief and helpful historical note precedes each composer's section, and, best of all, the music he's writing about accompanies and illuminates the words. Age-appropriate actors voice composers writing in old age while lighter, boyish voices bring us young Mozart or Chopin as a determined and very broke youth writing home from Paris. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Composers' Letters Author: Ludwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Narrator: Jeremy Nicholas, Daniel Philpott, Edward de Souza Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-00 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In Composers' Letters, the voices of the great figures of classical music come alive through their correspondence. Set against the music we know and love, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Wagner, Tchaikovsky, and many more talk openly about their music, their hopes and fears, their lives, their sadness, and their struggles in realizing their artistic hopes in a commercial world. Poignant, funny, revealing, informative and so often direct and honest, these letters offer a fascinating insight into the personalities that created our Western musical tradition. Editorial Reviews: In a perfect and perfectly delightful use of the audio format, this offering pairs accomplished and well-cast actors with letters written by famous composers. The letters are given chronologically, from J.S. Bach's writing about career and money difficulties in the seventeenth century through the letters of Hayden, Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and others up to Tchaikovsky and Stravinsky in the twentieth. A brief and helpful historical note precedes each composer's section, and, best of all, the music he's writing about accompanies and illuminates the words. Age-appropriate actors voice composers writing in old age while lighter, boyish voices bring us young Mozart or Chopin as a determined and very broke youth writing home from Paris. Members Reviews: Insightful look into the composer's lives Enjoyed listening to this book. Gives a good insight into the personality and psychology of the composers. The book benefits from having multiple narrators. Would recommend this to anyone who likes classical music and also likes biographies. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Words-Will-Break-Cement-Audiobook/B00I4X8DBS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Words Will Break Cement Subtitle: The Passion of Pussy Riot Author: Masha Gessen Narrator: Carrington MacDuffie Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 02-03-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The heroic story of Pussy Riot, who resurrected the power of truth in a society built on lies. On February 21, 2012, five young women entered the Cathedral of Christ the Savior in Moscow. In neon-colored dresses, tights, and balaclavas, they performed a punk prayer beseeching the Mother of God to get rid of Putin. They were quickly shut down by security, and in the weeks and months that followed, three of the women were arrested and tried, and two were sentenced to a remote prison colony. But the incident captured international headlines, and footage of it went viral. People across the globe recognized not only a fierce act of political confrontation but also an inspired work of art that, in a time and place saturated with lies, found a new way to speak the truth. Masha Gessens riveting account tells how such a phenomenon came about. Drawing on her exclusive, extensive access to the members of Pussy Riot and their families and associates, she reconstructs the fascinating personal journeys that transformed a group of young women into artists with a shared vision, gave them the courage and imagination to express it unforgettably, and endowed them with the strength to endure the devastating loneliness and isolation that have been the price of their triumph. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Masha Gessen) Mon, 03 Feb 2014 21:21:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Words-Will-Break-Cement-Audiobook/B00I4X8DBS thebookvoice.com 08:01:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Words Will Break Cement Subtitle: The Passion of Pussy Riot Author: Masha Gessen Narrator: Carrington MacDuffie Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 02-03-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The heroic story of Pussy Riot, who resurrected the power of truth in a society built on lies. On February 21, 2012, five young women entered the Cathedral of Christ the Savior in Moscow. In neon-colored dresses, tights, and balaclavas, they performed a punk prayer beseeching the Mother of God to get rid of Putin. They were quickly shut down by security, and in the weeks and months that followed, three of the women were arrested and tried, and two were sentenced to a remote prison colony. But the incident captured international headlines, and footage of it went viral. People across the globe recognized not only a fierce act of political confrontation but also an inspired work of art that, in a time and place saturated with lies, found a new way to speak the truth. Masha Gessens riveting account tells how such a phenomenon came about. Drawing on her exclusive, extensive access to the members of Pussy Riot and their families and associates, she reconstructs the fascinating personal journeys that transformed a group of young women into artists with a shared vision, gave them the courage and imagination to express it unforgettably, and endowed them with the strength to endure the devastating loneliness and isolation that have been the price of their triumph. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Words Will Break Cement Subtitle: The Passion of Pussy Riot Author: Masha Gessen Narrator: Carrington MacDuffie Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 02-03-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The heroic story of Pussy Riot, who resurrected the power of truth in a society built on lies. On February 21, 2012, five young women entered the Cathedral of Christ the Savior in Moscow. In neon-colored dresses, tights, and balaclavas, they performed a punk prayer beseeching the Mother of God to get rid of Putin. They were quickly shut down by security, and in the weeks and months that followed, three of the women were arrested and tried, and two were sentenced to a remote prison colony. But the incident captured international headlines, and footage of it went viral. People across the globe recognized not only a fierce act of political confrontation but also an inspired work of art that, in a time and place saturated with lies, found a new way to speak the truth. Masha Gessens riveting account tells how such a phenomenon came about. Drawing on her exclusive, extensive access to the members of Pussy Riot and their families and associates, she reconstructs the fascinating personal journeys that transformed a group of young women into artists with a shared vision, gave them the courage and imagination to express it unforgettably, and endowed them with the strength to endure the devastating loneliness and isolation that have been the price of their triumph. Members Reviews: Good insights into what Pussy Riot was, and I suppose is, all about This book gave good insights into what Pussy Riot was, and I suppose is, all about. They exhibit serious thinking behind their âstuntsâ. I wonder what they have been up to since this book was published Not Gessen's Best Work Masha Gessen is a writer I admire and trust, and like her I am impressed by the courage shown by the women of Pussy Riot, but "Words Will Break Cement" is not her best work. I think Gessen felt obligated to write this book in support of what Pussy Riot stands for, but the writing gets increasingly trivial and tedious as the book progresses. The book has its interesting and even amusing spots when it describes the bumbling and clueless Russian police/bureaucracy's response to Pussy Riot's antics, but otherwise the book is eminently forgettable. A fresh breath of air in Russia I think these young women have done something truly profound in a country that has produced many great artists and intellects in it's history, yet seems to be inexplicably unable to stop operating and thinking as though they were in the Middle Ages. I wish these women enormous good luck. Their nation desperately needs more people like them. An Outspoken Author Writing about Courageous Women This is an incredibly important book in revealing the lack of justice in the Russian court system that is so foreign to an American reader. Indeed the court system exists as an arm of the government attached to the leader. It seemed that Masha Gessen, a wonderful Russian author, journalist, and activist was pressed by time to get the story out as fast as possible, and there's no doubt she overcame many obstacles to write it. The author did the impossible - or at least the very difficult- she corresponded with the women of Pussy Riot despite the censorship, gained the trust of their families to interview them, visited the women at the prisons, and attended court hearings and gained access to the records. While the story doesn't have the usual flow of Gessen's writing, the story is gripping and timely. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Last-Interview-Audiobook/B078YYFYW4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Interview Subtitle: 14th January 1978 Author: Johnny Rotten, Steve Jones, Paul Cook, Sid Vicious Narrator: Johnny Rotten, Steve Jones, Paul Cook, Sid Vicious Format: Original Recording Length: 23 mins Language: English Release date: 01-15-18 Publisher: One Media iP LTD Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Sex Pistols are a punk rock band renowned for initiating the UK punk movement. They went on to become one of the most influential bands in the history of popular music. This is their final interview. The following audiobook contains explicit language. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Johnny Rotten) Mon, 15 Jan 2018 08:20:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Last-Interview-Audiobook/B078YYFYW4 thebookvoice.com 00:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Interview Subtitle: 14th January 1978 Author: Johnny Rotten, Steve Jones, Paul Cook, Sid Vicious Narrator: Johnny Rotten, Steve Jones, Paul Cook, Sid Vicious Format: Original Recording Length: 23 mins Language: English Release date: 01-15-18 Publisher: One Media iP LTD Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Sex Pistols are a punk rock band renowned for initiating the UK punk movement. They went on to become one of the most influential bands in the history of popular music. This is their final interview. The following audiobook contains explicit language. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Interview Subtitle: 14th January 1978 Author: Johnny Rotten, Steve Jones, Paul Cook, Sid Vicious Narrator: Johnny Rotten, Steve Jones, Paul Cook, Sid Vicious Format: Original Recording Length: 23 mins Language: English Release date: 01-15-18 Publisher: One Media iP LTD Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Sex Pistols are a punk rock band renowned for initiating the UK punk movement. They went on to become one of the most influential bands in the history of popular music. This is their final interview. The following audiobook contains explicit language. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/We-Will-Survive-Audiobook/B00GUKLE40 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: We Will Survive Subtitle: True Stories of Encouragement, Inspiration, and the Power of Song Author: Gloria Gaynor, Sue Carswell Narrator: Gloria Gaynor Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Nominated for a 2015 Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Album Gloria Gaynors #1 hit single "I Will Survive" debuted in 1978 to overwhelming success. Shortly thereafter, the single went double platinum and over three decades later still strikes a chord among men and women everywhere. Over the years, the disco legend has received thousands of personal messages from adoring fans whose lives have been transformed by this timeless song. Their remarkable stories reveal that "I Will Survive" has reached people from all walks of life and touched their lives in thousands of unique ways. From individuals triumphing over illness to those suffering from the painful loss of a loved one to others piecing their lives together after bearing witness to national tragedy, "I Will Survive" has become an emotional anthem for them and for millions of Gaynor's adoring fans around the world. In We Will Survive, Gloria shares forty of these inspirational, true stories about survivors of all kindsindividuals who have found comfort, hope, and courage through the power of this one song. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gloria Gaynor) Sun, 01 Dec 2013 19:19:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/We-Will-Survive-Audiobook/B00GUKLE40 thebookvoice.com 06:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: We Will Survive Subtitle: True Stories of Encouragement, Inspiration, and the Power of Song Author: Gloria Gaynor, Sue Carswell Narrator: Gloria Gaynor Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Nominated for a 2015 Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Album Gloria Gaynors #1 hit single "I Will Survive" debuted in 1978 to overwhelming success. Shortly thereafter, the single went double platinum and over three decades later still strikes a chord among men and women everywhere. Over the years, the disco legend has received thousands of personal messages from adoring fans whose lives have been transformed by this timeless song. Their remarkable stories reveal that "I Will Survive" has reached people from all walks of life and touched their lives in thousands of unique ways. From individuals triumphing over illness to those suffering from the painful loss of a loved one to others piecing their lives together after bearing witness to national tragedy, "I Will Survive" has become an emotional anthem for them and for millions of Gaynor's adoring fans around the world. In We Will Survive, Gloria shares forty of these inspirational, true stories about survivors of all kindsindividuals who have found comfort, hope, and courage through the power of this one song. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: We Will Survive Subtitle: True Stories of Encouragement, Inspiration, and the Power of Song Author: Gloria Gaynor, Sue Carswell Narrator: Gloria Gaynor Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Nominated for a 2015 Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Album Gloria Gaynors #1 hit single "I Will Survive" debuted in 1978 to overwhelming success. Shortly thereafter, the single went double platinum and over three decades later still strikes a chord among men and women everywhere. Over the years, the disco legend has received thousands of personal messages from adoring fans whose lives have been transformed by this timeless song. Their remarkable stories reveal that "I Will Survive" has reached people from all walks of life and touched their lives in thousands of unique ways. From individuals triumphing over illness to those suffering from the painful loss of a loved one to others piecing their lives together after bearing witness to national tragedy, "I Will Survive" has become an emotional anthem for them and for millions of Gaynor's adoring fans around the world. In We Will Survive, Gloria shares forty of these inspirational, true stories about survivors of all kindsindividuals who have found comfort, hope, and courage through the power of this one song. Members Reviews: Hmmmmm.......? NO! What would have made We Will Survive better? It shouldn't have been published for mass distribution. This would have been a good - not great - limited edition work from Ms. Gaynor as a personal gift for Christmas, a birthday, or some really intimate event "among family and/or really close friends". But, as a literary work, it just didn't make it for me. Would you ever listen to anything by Gloria Gaynor and Sue Carswell again? Not unless Gloria Gaynor writes an honest and interesting memoir. I don't care about Carswell one way or the other. If she's a competent author, I'll give her another chance. What didnt you like about Gloria Gaynors performance? Any one who reads my reviews know that I go hard on authors who read their own books unless they are very good narrators FIRST! But I have no patience for anyone who thinks they can do EVERYTHING well! In this case, Gaynor's main talent was as a vocalist - a DISCO vocalist - with less than a SMALL handful of releases - and only one "serious" hit single in 1978. Albeit a disco classic and the rally cry of a generation of feminists and black empowerment. Nothing in that skill-set qualifies a 64 year old woman to be a narrator, especially in the fast growing audiobook industry. I would have listened about 15 minutes past the 30 minutes I wasted on this book if a qualified narrator had been onboard. Maybe..... Maybe not..... You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? Nope! It's just a sanitized "work" as useless as petals in the wind. Any additional comments? As a record business professional with a 45 year career span in R&B music, I try to support others in my profession. That's why I initially purchased this book without reading other reviews or putting in my usually due diligence. I thought Gaynor was presenting an interesting and novel slant on the tune which has been her theme song for over 35 years. But all I found is an attempt to get one last exploitive squeeze from a song which had its "moment in the sun" 3-1/2 decades ago. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Storm-King-Audiobook/B00BPDUVUA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Storm King Subtitle: Stories, Narratives, Poems: Spoken Word Set to a World of Music Author: Pete Seeger, Jeff Haynes (editor) Narrator: Pete Seeger Format: Original Recording Length: 2 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Audie Award Winner, Original Work, 2014 Pete Seeger: The Storm King audio collection presents Pete Seeger's spoken words as he captivatingly recounts his most engaging stories, narratives, and poems - set to new music created by nearly 50 musicians from traditions as diverse as African music, blues, bluegrass, classical guitar, folk, jazz, and Native American music, Pete's wisdom and stories now sing out to new audiences and into a new technological age. Each piece is unique in sound and emotion and also in how it came together. Jeff Haynes, world-renowned percussionist and producer, has worked closely with Pete to create something spectacular - weaving Pete's words with the music of artists from around the world who would not otherwise have shared a stage with Pete but who have been deeply influenced by him. The result is astounding. "It brings out things in my words that I never knew before." Pete Seeger "Pete's still finding the hope and planting the seeds and keeping us invigorated in our own best intentions." Dar Williams Listen to a story here: https://soundcloud.com/hachetteaudio/peteseegerstormkingtoshi bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Pete Seeger) Tue, 09 Apr 2013 18:56:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Storm-King-Audiobook/B00BPDUVUA thebookvoice.com 02:20:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Storm King Subtitle: Stories, Narratives, Poems: Spoken Word Set to a World of Music Author: Pete Seeger, Jeff Haynes (editor) Narrator: Pete Seeger Format: Original Recording Length: 2 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Audie Award Winner, Original Work, 2014 Pete Seeger: The Storm King audio collection presents Pete Seeger's spoken words as he captivatingly recounts his most engaging stories, narratives, and poems - set to new music created by nearly 50 musicians from traditions as diverse as African music, blues, bluegrass, classical guitar, folk, jazz, and Native American music, Pete's wisdom and stories now sing out to new audiences and into a new technological age. Each piece is unique in sound and emotion and also in how it came together. Jeff Haynes, world-renowned percussionist and producer, has worked closely with Pete to create something spectacular - weaving Pete's words with the music of artists from around the world who would not otherwise have shared a stage with Pete but who have been deeply influenced by him. The result is astounding. "It brings out things in my words that I never knew before." Pete Seeger "Pete's still finding the hope and planting the seeds and keeping us invigorated in our own best intentions." Dar Williams Listen to a story here: https://soundcloud.com/hachetteaudio/peteseegerstormkingtoshi Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Storm King Subtitle: Stories, Narratives, Poems: Spoken Word Set to a World of Music Author: Pete Seeger, Jeff Haynes (editor) Narrator: Pete Seeger Format: Original Recording Length: 2 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Audie Award Winner, Original Work, 2014 Pete Seeger: The Storm King audio collection presents Pete Seeger's spoken words as he captivatingly recounts his most engaging stories, narratives, and poems - set to new music created by nearly 50 musicians from traditions as diverse as African music, blues, bluegrass, classical guitar, folk, jazz, and Native American music, Pete's wisdom and stories now sing out to new audiences and into a new technological age. Each piece is unique in sound and emotion and also in how it came together. Jeff Haynes, world-renowned percussionist and producer, has worked closely with Pete to create something spectacular - weaving Pete's words with the music of artists from around the world who would not otherwise have shared a stage with Pete but who have been deeply influenced by him. The result is astounding. "It brings out things in my words that I never knew before." Pete Seeger "Pete's still finding the hope and planting the seeds and keeping us invigorated in our own best intentions." Dar Williams Listen to a story here: https://soundcloud.com/hachetteaudio/peteseegerstormkingtoshi Members Reviews: Inspiring! As a graduate student of American Studies and an appreciator of the importance of story telling in the preservation of our historical memory I couldn't choose enough "gold stars" for the late, great Pete Seeger, Jeff Haynes, and all of the other creative and inspiring artists contained on this beautiful album of spoken word, poetry, and music. Each of the twenty-three original tracks contains stories of Peteâs life as a civil rights activist, environmentalist, humanitarian, and American folk music icon. He recalls important events and figures during critical times in our country's past and recites original, moving poetry, all set to a diverse array of musical styles and sounds which perfectly compliment Peteâs warm and wise, grandfatherly voice. The emotional journey these compositions and narratives will take you on is enough to warrant this album high artistic praise. Yet it proves to be a valuable historical classroom resource as well. Embedded within The Storm King are educational jewels any teacher of the humanities would surely appreciate. And the genius of this record is that it is appropriate for all audiences and backgrounds. The young and the old alike will be moved and inspired. And given the variety of stories and poems many will surely learn things they never knew before. In the final moments of âThe Story of the Banjo,â Pete describes his feelings of hope for the future as he sees âmillions of good little things going on.â Indeed this tremendously inspiring body of art is one of them. INCREDIBLE Recording Every family should own this. The producer here brought 30 or 40 world class musicians to accompany Pete Seeger who is now in his mid 90s. This CD will bring chills up your spine and the stories are perfect for kids of all ages. Every family should own a copy. The name of the CD is confusing: It is not mostly talking but mostly music. Hachette marketed it as an audiobook. it is really a music CD. Don't let that scare you. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/All-These-Things-That-Ive-Done-Audiobook/B01M00ZZNF Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: All These Things That I've Done Subtitle: My Insane, Improbable Rock Life Author: Matt Pinfield, Mitchell Cohen Narrator: Mike Chamberlain Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-16 Publisher: HighBridge, a division of Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Matt Pinfield is the ultimate music fan. He's the guy who knows every song, artist, and musical riff ever recorded, down to the most obscure band's B-side single on its vinyl-only EP import. As a child, music helped Pinfield make sense of the world. Later he would approach his music idols after concerts and explain why he loved their music. As an adult, rock music inspired his career, fueled relationships, and, at times, became a life raft. In this expansive memoir, Pinfield traces his lifelong music obsession - from the heavy metal that infused his teenage years to his first encounters with legends like Lou Reed and The Ramones and how, through his post-MTV years, he played a major role in bringing '90s alt rock mainstream. Over his long career, Pinfield has interviewed everyone from Paul McCartney to Nirvana to Jay-Z, earning the trust and admiration of artists and fans alike. Now, for the first time, he shares his five decades of stories from the front lines of rock and roll, exploring how, with nothing more than passion and moxie, he became a sought-after reporter, an unlikely celebrity, and the last word in popular music. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Matt Pinfield) Tue, 18 Oct 2016 14:49:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/All-These-Things-That-Ive-Done-Audiobook/B01M00ZZNF thebookvoice.com 07:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: All These Things That I've Done Subtitle: My Insane, Improbable Rock Life Author: Matt Pinfield, Mitchell Cohen Narrator: Mike Chamberlain Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-16 Publisher: HighBridge, a division of Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Matt Pinfield is the ultimate music fan. He's the guy who knows every song, artist, and musical riff ever recorded, down to the most obscure band's B-side single on its vinyl-only EP import. As a child, music helped Pinfield make sense of the world. Later he would approach his music idols after concerts and explain why he loved their music. As an adult, rock music inspired his career, fueled relationships, and, at times, became a life raft. In this expansive memoir, Pinfield traces his lifelong music obsession - from the heavy metal that infused his teenage years to his first encounters with legends like Lou Reed and The Ramones and how, through his post-MTV years, he played a major role in bringing '90s alt rock mainstream. Over his long career, Pinfield has interviewed everyone from Paul McCartney to Nirvana to Jay-Z, earning the trust and admiration of artists and fans alike. Now, for the first time, he shares his five decades of stories from the front lines of rock and roll, exploring how, with nothing more than passion and moxie, he became a sought-after reporter, an unlikely celebrity, and the last word in popular music. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: All These Things That I've Done Subtitle: My Insane, Improbable Rock Life Author: Matt Pinfield, Mitchell Cohen Narrator: Mike Chamberlain Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-16 Publisher: HighBridge, a division of Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Matt Pinfield is the ultimate music fan. He's the guy who knows every song, artist, and musical riff ever recorded, down to the most obscure band's B-side single on its vinyl-only EP import. As a child, music helped Pinfield make sense of the world. Later he would approach his music idols after concerts and explain why he loved their music. As an adult, rock music inspired his career, fueled relationships, and, at times, became a life raft. In this expansive memoir, Pinfield traces his lifelong music obsession - from the heavy metal that infused his teenage years to his first encounters with legends like Lou Reed and The Ramones and how, through his post-MTV years, he played a major role in bringing '90s alt rock mainstream. Over his long career, Pinfield has interviewed everyone from Paul McCartney to Nirvana to Jay-Z, earning the trust and admiration of artists and fans alike. Now, for the first time, he shares his five decades of stories from the front lines of rock and roll, exploring how, with nothing more than passion and moxie, he became a sought-after reporter, an unlikely celebrity, and the last word in popular music. Members Reviews: Reliving the 90's Watching Matt on television in my 20s made me want to buy this book and I forgotten how great the 90s were with music. Matt starts with 60's and and the book with 2016. Very quick listen and you will enjoy it https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Most-Beautiful-Audiobook/B01MUHXOU6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Most Beautiful Subtitle: My Life with Prince Author: Mayte Garcia Narrator: Mayte Garcia Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 04-06-17 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In The Most Beautiful, a title inspired by the hit song Prince wrote about their legendary love story, Mayte Garcia for the first time shares the deeply personal story of their relationship and offers a singular perspective on the music icon and their world together: from their unconventional meeting backstage at a concert (and the long-distance romance that followed) to their fairy-tale wedding (and their groundbreaking artistic partnership) to the devastating losses that ultimately dissolved their romantic relationship for good. Throughout it all they shared a bond more intimate than any other in Prince's life. No one else can tell this story or can provide a deeper, more nuanced portrait of Prince - both the famously private man and the pioneering, beloved artist - than Mayte, his partner during some of the most pivotal personal and professional years of his career. The Most Beautiful is a book that will be returned to for decades, as Prince's music lives on with generations to come. Written and read by Mayte Garcia. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mayte Garcia) Thu, 06 Apr 2017 21:52:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Most-Beautiful-Audiobook/B01MUHXOU6 thebookvoice.com 09:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Most Beautiful Subtitle: My Life with Prince Author: Mayte Garcia Narrator: Mayte Garcia Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 04-06-17 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In The Most Beautiful, a title inspired by the hit song Prince wrote about their legendary love story, Mayte Garcia for the first time shares the deeply personal story of their relationship and offers a singular perspective on the music icon and their world together: from their unconventional meeting backstage at a concert (and the long-distance romance that followed) to their fairy-tale wedding (and their groundbreaking artistic partnership) to the devastating losses that ultimately dissolved their romantic relationship for good. Throughout it all they shared a bond more intimate than any other in Prince's life. No one else can tell this story or can provide a deeper, more nuanced portrait of Prince - both the famously private man and the pioneering, beloved artist - than Mayte, his partner during some of the most pivotal personal and professional years of his career. The Most Beautiful is a book that will be returned to for decades, as Prince's music lives on with generations to come. Written and read by Mayte Garcia. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Most Beautiful Subtitle: My Life with Prince Author: Mayte Garcia Narrator: Mayte Garcia Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 04-06-17 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In The Most Beautiful, a title inspired by the hit song Prince wrote about their legendary love story, Mayte Garcia for the first time shares the deeply personal story of their relationship and offers a singular perspective on the music icon and their world together: from their unconventional meeting backstage at a concert (and the long-distance romance that followed) to their fairy-tale wedding (and their groundbreaking artistic partnership) to the devastating losses that ultimately dissolved their romantic relationship for good. Throughout it all they shared a bond more intimate than any other in Prince's life. No one else can tell this story or can provide a deeper, more nuanced portrait of Prince - both the famously private man and the pioneering, beloved artist - than Mayte, his partner during some of the most pivotal personal and professional years of his career. The Most Beautiful is a book that will be returned to for decades, as Prince's music lives on with generations to come. Written and read by Mayte Garcia. Members Reviews: REAL, HISTORIC, SAD & FULL OF LOVE THIS IS A MUST LISTEN MAYTE GARCIA'S VOICE HAS ALL THE COLOURS ON LIFES PALETTE - REAL, HISTORIC, SAD & FULL OF LOVE - I simply LOVE this story - FIVE STARS IS NOT ENOUGH Highly recommended Thanks to Mayte for sharing her story in such a loving and respectful way. I've been incredibly moved and inspired by Prince's music for 35 years. This book has a beautiful balance between honesty and tender remembering of someone who knew the man behind the symbol, so to speak. I went into listening to this with as open mind as possible for someone who loves Prince's music as much, and I'm personally very glad I listened and recommend it highly Worth the buy. I kept finding reasons to put my headphones back on and listen to the story. I have always been a Prince fan and Mayte Garcia has given a brief insight of their life in a respectful tone. It can't be easy for a 16 year old to absorb an icon like Prince and their story is of love, loss and life beyond. Well worth a listen. Beautifully narrated Beautifully narrated by Mayte Garcia herself. A lot of criticism appeared from many Prince fan's before this book came out. I feel Mayte had every right to tell her story and for me this has been welcome, as a Prince fan myself I feel this book was honest and sincere and maybe just maybe writing this was a form of counselling for her. Beautiful Beautiful story with a great insight started slow but emotional story can feel the pain sometimes but wow what a journey for such a young girl https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Bob-Dylans-Highway-61-Revisited-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V8L89Q Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bob Dylan's Highway 61 Revisited (33 1/3 Series) Author: Mark Polizzotti Narrator: Victor Bevine Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Between the fitfully brilliant Bringing It All Back Home and the sprawling masterwork that is Blonde on Blonde, Highway 61 Revisited stands as the defining moment in both Dylan's career and the musical evolution of the mid 1960's. But beyond its place in history, Highway 61 works because of its enduring emotional appeal. Few songwriters before Dylan or since have combined so effectively the intensely personal with the spectacularly universal. In this incisive book, Marl Polizzotti shines a critical light on these remarkable songs and shows us the timeless qualities that make them - and the album as a whole - so affecting. Mark Polizzotti is the author of five previous books, including Revolution of the Mind: The Life of André Breton (1995) and Los Olvidados (2006). He lives in Boston. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: Narrator Victor Bevin's warm, reverential performance sets the tone for this incisive look at what makes Bob Dylan's Highway 61 Revisited album so important in the pop-culture canon. Containing songs whose influences resonate to this day, this album was the first time the rock visionary version of Dylan appeared. Bevin applies a tastefully restrained enthusiasm appropriate to the musical and literary analyses of the songs and to the biographical descriptions of mid-60s Dylan. Fans will enjoy this comprehensive look at the album's enduring appeal. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Polizzotti) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:30:41 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Bob-Dylans-Highway-61-Revisited-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V8L89Q thebookvoice.com 04:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bob Dylan's Highway 61 Revisited (33 1/3 Series) Author: Mark Polizzotti Narrator: Victor Bevine Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Between the fitfully brilliant Bringing It All Back Home and the sprawling masterwork that is Blonde on Blonde, Highway 61 Revisited stands as the defining moment in both Dylan's career and the musical evolution of the mid 1960's. But beyond its place in history, Highway 61 works because of its enduring emotional appeal. Few songwriters before Dylan or since have combined so effectively the intensely personal with the spectacularly universal. In this incisive book, Marl Polizzotti shines a critical light on these remarkable songs and shows us the timeless qualities that make them - and the album as a whole - so affecting. Mark Polizzotti is the author of five previous books, including Revolution of the Mind: The Life of André Breton (1995) and Los Olvidados (2006). He lives in Boston. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: Narrator Victor Bevin's warm, reverential performance sets the tone for this incisive look at what makes Bob Dylan's Highway 61 Revisited album so important in the pop-culture canon. Containing songs whose influences resonate to this day, this album was the first time the rock visionary version of Dylan appeared. Bevin applies a tastefully restrained enthusiasm appropriate to the musical and literary analyses of the songs and to the biographical descriptions of mid-60s Dylan. Fans will enjoy this comprehensive look at the album's enduring appeal. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bob Dylan's Highway 61 Revisited (33 1/3 Series) Author: Mark Polizzotti Narrator: Victor Bevine Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Between the fitfully brilliant Bringing It All Back Home and the sprawling masterwork that is Blonde on Blonde, Highway 61 Revisited stands as the defining moment in both Dylan's career and the musical evolution of the mid 1960's. But beyond its place in history, Highway 61 works because of its enduring emotional appeal. Few songwriters before Dylan or since have combined so effectively the intensely personal with the spectacularly universal. In this incisive book, Marl Polizzotti shines a critical light on these remarkable songs and shows us the timeless qualities that make them - and the album as a whole - so affecting. Mark Polizzotti is the author of five previous books, including Revolution of the Mind: The Life of André Breton (1995) and Los Olvidados (2006). He lives in Boston. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: Narrator Victor Bevin's warm, reverential performance sets the tone for this incisive look at what makes Bob Dylan's Highway 61 Revisited album so important in the pop-culture canon. Containing songs whose influences resonate to this day, this album was the first time the rock visionary version of Dylan appeared. Bevin applies a tastefully restrained enthusiasm appropriate to the musical and literary analyses of the songs and to the biographical descriptions of mid-60s Dylan. Fans will enjoy this comprehensive look at the album's enduring appeal. Members Reviews: Quote and close quote If you like hearing these words literally, 100's of times throughout this audio book. Go ahead and listen. It drove me crazy! The rest of the story was minimally interesting Literate and well-narrated. Would you consider the audio edition of Bob Dylan's Highway 61 Revisited (33 1/3 Series) to be better than the print version? The audio version is terrific. I cannot imagine the print version to be superior. What other book might you compare Bob Dylan's Highway 61 Revisited (33 1/3 Series) to and why? Any of the other titles in the 33 1/3 series. This is a cut far above others in the series I have listened to. Which scene was your favorite? The information concerning the classic song "Like a Rolling Stone". No spoilers but the speculation concerning who the song is about is fascinating. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I shed tears of joy at the quality of this magnum opus. Any additional comments? For a Dylan fan this was audio Nirvana. The book was stuffed with great inside information about each song. Re: Quote and Close Quote I totally agree that the quote and close quote in the narration killed it for me. I couldn't listen to it anymore. entertaining This will get you to dust off your old lp and give the album a fresh listen to...insightful Absolutely quote and close quote Robert is right. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Deadheads-Audiobook/B01BUJG68E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deadheads Subtitle: Stories from Fellow Artists, Friends & Followers of the Grateful Dead Author: Linda Kelly Narrator: Gwen Hughes, Jamie Renell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 02-18-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Just what was it about the Grateful Dead that made them rock and roll's most beloved band? In Deadheads, those with the real story, who were there and are still listening to the music, explain it all. Grateful Dead lyricist John Perry Barlow talks about his lifelong friendship with Dead guitarist Bob Weir. Cajun chef Rick Begneaud shares his memories of feeding the Dead. John Popper of Blues Traveler recalls playing with the Dead at Bill Graham's memorial tribute while publicist Dennis McNally shares some wild adventures of working with the band for more than 30 years. Author Linda Kelly recalls being dragged to her very first Dead show, hanging with Jerry in New York City, and more. First-show revelations; backstage adventures; parking lot hoopla; how-to-live-life philosophies; strange, tangential experiences stemming from being in that certain place at that certain time - these intriguing anecdotes evoke wonderful images, lots of smiles, and a close look into a fascinating phenomenon in the history of music. This 20th-anniversary edition of Deadheads celebrates 50 years of music and includes the best stories from the original 1995 edition and two new chapters as well as new interviews with various friends, artists, and followers of the Grateful Dead. Critic Reviews: "One of the best books on the Grateful Dead." (Rolling Stone) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Linda Kelly) Thu, 18 Feb 2016 15:57:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Deadheads-Audiobook/B01BUJG68E thebookvoice.com 07:43:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deadheads Subtitle: Stories from Fellow Artists, Friends & Followers of the Grateful Dead Author: Linda Kelly Narrator: Gwen Hughes, Jamie Renell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 02-18-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Just what was it about the Grateful Dead that made them rock and roll's most beloved band? In Deadheads, those with the real story, who were there and are still listening to the music, explain it all. Grateful Dead lyricist John Perry Barlow talks about his lifelong friendship with Dead guitarist Bob Weir. Cajun chef Rick Begneaud shares his memories of feeding the Dead. John Popper of Blues Traveler recalls playing with the Dead at Bill Graham's memorial tribute while publicist Dennis McNally shares some wild adventures of working with the band for more than 30 years. Author Linda Kelly recalls being dragged to her very first Dead show, hanging with Jerry in New York City, and more. First-show revelations; backstage adventures; parking lot hoopla; how-to-live-life philosophies; strange, tangential experiences stemming from being in that certain place at that certain time - these intriguing anecdotes evoke wonderful images, lots of smiles, and a close look into a fascinating phenomenon in the history of music. This 20th-anniversary edition of Deadheads celebrates 50 years of music and includes the best stories from the original 1995 edition and two new chapters as well as new interviews with various friends, artists, and followers of the Grateful Dead. Critic Reviews: "One of the best books on the Grateful Dead." (Rolling Stone) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deadheads Subtitle: Stories from Fellow Artists, Friends & Followers of the Grateful Dead Author: Linda Kelly Narrator: Gwen Hughes, Jamie Renell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 02-18-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Just what was it about the Grateful Dead that made them rock and roll's most beloved band? In Deadheads, those with the real story, who were there and are still listening to the music, explain it all. Grateful Dead lyricist John Perry Barlow talks about his lifelong friendship with Dead guitarist Bob Weir. Cajun chef Rick Begneaud shares his memories of feeding the Dead. John Popper of Blues Traveler recalls playing with the Dead at Bill Graham's memorial tribute while publicist Dennis McNally shares some wild adventures of working with the band for more than 30 years. Author Linda Kelly recalls being dragged to her very first Dead show, hanging with Jerry in New York City, and more. First-show revelations; backstage adventures; parking lot hoopla; how-to-live-life philosophies; strange, tangential experiences stemming from being in that certain place at that certain time - these intriguing anecdotes evoke wonderful images, lots of smiles, and a close look into a fascinating phenomenon in the history of music. This 20th-anniversary edition of Deadheads celebrates 50 years of music and includes the best stories from the original 1995 edition and two new chapters as well as new interviews with various friends, artists, and followers of the Grateful Dead. Critic Reviews: "One of the best books on the Grateful Dead." (Rolling Stone) Members Reviews: A great read. Great short stories and tales helping to remind one of how it was and is to be a Dead Head. This will get replayed many times. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Dirty-Blvd-Audiobook/B015NNXPDC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dirty Blvd. Subtitle: The Life and Music of Lou Reed Author: Aidan Levy Narrator: Tom Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This book not only covers the highlights of Lou Reed's career but explores lesser-known facets of his work, such as his first recordings with doo-wop group the Jades, his key literary influences, the impact of Judaism upon his work, and his engagement with the LGBT movement. Drawing from original interviews with many of his artistic collaborators, friends, and romantic partners, as well as from archival material, concert footage, and unreleased bootlegs of live performances, Dirty Blvd. exposes the man behind the myth, the notoriously uncompromising rock poet who wrote songs that transcended their genre and established himself as one of the most influential and enigmatic American artists of the past half century. Critic Reviews: "Aidan Levy shines a light into unexamined corners of this singular life and enlarges our sense of his subject's spiky unforgettable character." (Peter Blauner, author of Slipping into Darkness) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Aidan Levy) Thu, 01 Oct 2015 08:42:51 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Dirty-Blvd-Audiobook/B015NNXPDC thebookvoice.com 14:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dirty Blvd. Subtitle: The Life and Music of Lou Reed Author: Aidan Levy Narrator: Tom Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This book not only covers the highlights of Lou Reed's career but explores lesser-known facets of his work, such as his first recordings with doo-wop group the Jades, his key literary influences, the impact of Judaism upon his work, and his engagement with the LGBT movement. Drawing from original interviews with many of his artistic collaborators, friends, and romantic partners, as well as from archival material, concert footage, and unreleased bootlegs of live performances, Dirty Blvd. exposes the man behind the myth, the notoriously uncompromising rock poet who wrote songs that transcended their genre and established himself as one of the most influential and enigmatic American artists of the past half century. Critic Reviews: "Aidan Levy shines a light into unexamined corners of this singular life and enlarges our sense of his subject's spiky unforgettable character." (Peter Blauner, author of Slipping into Darkness) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dirty Blvd. Subtitle: The Life and Music of Lou Reed Author: Aidan Levy Narrator: Tom Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This book not only covers the highlights of Lou Reed's career but explores lesser-known facets of his work, such as his first recordings with doo-wop group the Jades, his key literary influences, the impact of Judaism upon his work, and his engagement with the LGBT movement. Drawing from original interviews with many of his artistic collaborators, friends, and romantic partners, as well as from archival material, concert footage, and unreleased bootlegs of live performances, Dirty Blvd. exposes the man behind the myth, the notoriously uncompromising rock poet who wrote songs that transcended their genre and established himself as one of the most influential and enigmatic American artists of the past half century. Critic Reviews: "Aidan Levy shines a light into unexamined corners of this singular life and enlarges our sense of his subject's spiky unforgettable character." (Peter Blauner, author of Slipping into Darkness) Members Reviews: Great story, a little pretentious I love the story, the icon, Epic. A lot of stuff I certainly didn't know? I could have done without the overly verbose descriptions however? Not impressed, I mean who talks like that? No one I know, but I guess I'm simple. I don't want to listen to a story with a dictionary and a thesaurus next to me... Also, the obscure literary and psychological bullsh*t gets a little old. I think Reed wouldn't have appreciated that. great biography! Pretty entertaining, very informative. I have a different approach to Lou Reed songs now. Recommended. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Miss-ODell-Audiobook/B0036N5KIU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miss O'Dell Author: Chris O'Dell, Katherine Ketcham Narrator: Reneé Raudman Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 11-23-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: My Hard Days and Long Nights with The Beatles,The Stones, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, and the Women They Loved Chris O'Dell wasn't famous. She wasn't even almost famous. But she was there. She was in the studio when the Beatles recorded The White Album, Abbey Road, and Let It Be, and when Paul recorded "Hey Jude," she sang in the chorus. She was at Ringo's kitchen table when George Harrison said, "You know, Ringo, I'm in love with your wife," and Ringo replied, "Better you than someone we don't know." She typed the lyrics to George Harrison's "All Things Must Pass". She lived with George and Pattie Boyd at Friar Park, developed a crush on Eric Clapton, and unwittingly got involved in the famous love story between Eric and Pattie. She's the subject of Leon Russell's "Pisces Apple Lady", a song he wrote to woo her. Other rock legends with whom she was intimate include Ringo, Mick Jagger, and Bob Dylan. She worked with the Rolling Stones as their personal assistant on their infamous 1972 tour and did a drug run for Keith Richards. She's "the woman down the hall" in Joni Mitchell's song "Coyote" about a love triangle on Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue tour. She's the "mystery woman" pictured on the back of the Rolling Stones album Exile on Main Street. She's the "Miss O'Dell" of George Harrison's song about her. Jam-packed with intimate anecdotes, Miss O'Dell is a backstage pass to some of the most momentous events in rock history. Editorial Reviews: This incandescent and lyrical work by author and Guggenheim Fellow Victor Lodato explores with delicacy, humor, and depth the story of teenager Mathilda Savitch as she attempts to make sense of the world and everything in it in the wake of her older sister's death. Voice actor Cassandra Campbell's light, self-deprecating tone ideally complements Mathilda's quick intelligence and wit, which mask a grief that her traumatized parents are unable and unwilling to acknowledge. Campbell's performance of this inventive and affecting work is spot-on, allowing readers access to the deepest recesses of Mathilda's mind, and rendering this audiobook a truly moving and unforgettable experience. Critic Reviews: "A riveting, honest, and brave account of life with the most famous names in rock and roll history...hard work, tough love, huge loss, pain and gain. I couldn't put the book down. I just loved it." (Pattie Boyd, author of Wonderful Tonight) "[D]evastating detail yet without envy or malice...a rockin' good read." (Philip Norman, author of Shout! and John Lennon: The Life) "I enjoyed reading it very much. It is an astonishing look into the backstage of rock and roll." (Leon Russell) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Chris O'Dell) Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:33:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Miss-ODell-Audiobook/B0036N5KIU thebookvoice.com 14:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miss O'Dell Author: Chris O'Dell, Katherine Ketcham Narrator: Reneé Raudman Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 11-23-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: My Hard Days and Long Nights with The Beatles,The Stones, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, and the Women They Loved Chris O'Dell wasn't famous. She wasn't even almost famous. But she was there. She was in the studio when the Beatles recorded The White Album, Abbey Road, and Let It Be, and when Paul recorded "Hey Jude," she sang in the chorus. She was at Ringo's kitchen table when George Harrison said, "You know, Ringo, I'm in love with your wife," and Ringo replied, "Better you than someone we don't know." She typed the lyrics to George Harrison's "All Things Must Pass". She lived with George and Pattie Boyd at Friar Park, developed a crush on Eric Clapton, and unwittingly got involved in the famous love story between Eric and Pattie. She's the subject of Leon Russell's "Pisces Apple Lady", a song he wrote to woo her. Other rock legends with whom she was intimate include Ringo, Mick Jagger, and Bob Dylan. She worked with the Rolling Stones as their personal assistant on their infamous 1972 tour and did a drug run for Keith Richards. She's "the woman down the hall" in Joni Mitchell's song "Coyote" about a love triangle on Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue tour. She's the "mystery woman" pictured on the back of the Rolling Stones album Exile on Main Street. She's the "Miss O'Dell" of George Harrison's song about her. Jam-packed with intimate anecdotes, Miss O'Dell is a backstage pass to some of the most momentous events in rock history. Editorial Reviews: This incandescent and lyrical work by author and Guggenheim Fellow Victor Lodato explores with delicacy, humor, and depth the story of teenager Mathilda Savitch as she attempts to make sense of the world and everything in it in the wake of her older sister's death. Voice actor Cassandra Campbell's light, self-deprecating tone ideally complements Mathilda's quick intelligence and wit, which mask a grief that her traumatized parents are unable and unwilling to acknowledge. Campbell's performance of this inventive and affecting work is spot-on, allowing readers access to the deepest recesses of Mathilda's mind, and rendering this audiobook a truly moving and unforgettable experience. Critic Reviews: "A riveting, honest, and brave account of life with the most famous names in rock and roll history...hard work, tough love, huge loss, pain and gain. I couldn't put the book down. I just loved it." (Pattie Boyd, author of Wonderful Tonight) "[D]evastating detail yet without envy or malice...a rockin' good read." (Philip Norman, author of Shout! and John Lennon: The Life) "I enjoyed reading it very much. It is an astonishing look into the backstage of rock and roll." (Leon Russell) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miss O'Dell Author: Chris O'Dell, Katherine Ketcham Narrator: Reneé Raudman Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 11-23-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: My Hard Days and Long Nights with The Beatles,The Stones, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, and the Women They Loved Chris O'Dell wasn't famous. She wasn't even almost famous. But she was there. She was in the studio when the Beatles recorded The White Album, Abbey Road, and Let It Be, and when Paul recorded "Hey Jude," she sang in the chorus. She was at Ringo's kitchen table when George Harrison said, "You know, Ringo, I'm in love with your wife," and Ringo replied, "Better you than someone we don't know." She typed the lyrics to George Harrison's "All Things Must Pass". She lived with George and Pattie Boyd at Friar Park, developed a crush on Eric Clapton, and unwittingly got involved in the famous love story between Eric and Pattie. She's the subject of Leon Russell's "Pisces Apple Lady", a song he wrote to woo her. Other rock legends with whom she was intimate include Ringo, Mick Jagger, and Bob Dylan. She worked with the Rolling Stones as their personal assistant on their infamous 1972 tour and did a drug run for Keith Richards. She's "the woman down the hall" in Joni Mitchell's song "Coyote" about a love triangle on Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue tour. She's the "mystery woman" pictured on the back of the Rolling Stones album Exile on Main Street. She's the "Miss O'Dell" of George Harrison's song about her. Jam-packed with intimate anecdotes, Miss O'Dell is a backstage pass to some of the most momentous events in rock history. Editorial Reviews: This incandescent and lyrical work by author and Guggenheim Fellow Victor Lodato explores with delicacy, humor, and depth the story of teenager Mathilda Savitch as she attempts to make sense of the world and everything in it in the wake of her older sister's death. Voice actor Cassandra Campbell's light, self-deprecating tone ideally complements Mathilda's quick intelligence and wit, which mask a grief that her traumatized parents are unable and unwilling to acknowledge. Campbell's performance of this inventive and affecting work is spot-on, allowing readers access to the deepest recesses of Mathilda's mind, and rendering this audiobook a truly moving and unforgettable experience. Critic Reviews: "A riveting, honest, and brave account of life with the most famous names in rock and roll history...hard work, tough love, huge loss, pain and gain. I couldn't put the book down. I just loved it." (Pattie Boyd, author of Wonderful Tonight) "[D]evastating detail yet without envy or malice...a rockin' good read." (Philip Norman, author of Shout! and John Lennon: The Life) "I enjoyed reading it very much. It is an astonishing look into the backstage of rock and roll." (Leon Russell) Members Reviews: Best rock autobiography! Detailed & interesting It is unusual to read an autobiography like this and get such detail and a sense of character. Usually, the writing is extremely lazy and they pretty much rehash things everyone already knows. However, with this book, you get very detailed anecdotes about working at Apple Corp., living at George Harrison's Frair Park, working for Mick Jagger, working on famous tours, etc. I read the book and was very pleasantly surprised so I got the audio version. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/A-Tribe-Called-Quests-Peoples-Instinctive-Travels-and-the-Paths-of-Rhythm-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008L47TKQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Tribe Called Quest's 'People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Shawn Taylor Narrator: Mirror Willis Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: One of the finest hip-hop albums ever made, A Tribe Called Quest's debut record (featuring stone-cold classics like "Can I Kick It?" and "Bonita Applebum") took the idea of the boasting hip-hop male and turned it on its head. For many listeners, when this non-traditional, surprisingly feminine album was released, it was like hearing an entirely new form of music. In this book, Shawn Taylor explores the creation of the album as well as the impact it had on him at the time - a 17-year-old high-school geek who was equally into hip-hop, punk, new wave, skateboarding, and Dungeons & Dragons: all of a sudden, with this one album, the world made more sense. He has spent many years investigating this album, from the packaging to the song placement to each and every sample. Shawn Taylor knows this record like he knows his tattoos, and he's finally been able to write a fascinating and highly entertaining book about it. Editorial Reviews: Combining memoir and music criticism, Shawn Taylor writes an intimate account of the band A Tribe Called Quest's impact on himself and his generation, coming of age in the early '90's. Part of the 33 1/3 series, this book investigates the band's influence on the music scene, bringing as it did a new "feminine" twist to the rap music conventions of the time. Listeners will enjoy Mirror Willis' easy, conversational rendition of this book, and the intimate way in which author Shawn Taylor situates this album in time and popular culture. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Shawn Taylor) Thu, 26 Jul 2012 17:20:51 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/A-Tribe-Called-Quests-Peoples-Instinctive-Travels-and-the-Paths-of-Rhythm-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008L47TKQ thebookvoice.com 00:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Tribe Called Quest's 'People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Shawn Taylor Narrator: Mirror Willis Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: One of the finest hip-hop albums ever made, A Tribe Called Quest's debut record (featuring stone-cold classics like "Can I Kick It?" and "Bonita Applebum") took the idea of the boasting hip-hop male and turned it on its head. For many listeners, when this non-traditional, surprisingly feminine album was released, it was like hearing an entirely new form of music. In this book, Shawn Taylor explores the creation of the album as well as the impact it had on him at the time - a 17-year-old high-school geek who was equally into hip-hop, punk, new wave, skateboarding, and Dungeons & Dragons: all of a sudden, with this one album, the world made more sense. He has spent many years investigating this album, from the packaging to the song placement to each and every sample. Shawn Taylor knows this record like he knows his tattoos, and he's finally been able to write a fascinating and highly entertaining book about it. Editorial Reviews: Combining memoir and music criticism, Shawn Taylor writes an intimate account of the band A Tribe Called Quest's impact on himself and his generation, coming of age in the early '90's. Part of the 33 1/3 series, this book investigates the band's influence on the music scene, bringing as it did a new "feminine" twist to the rap music conventions of the time. Listeners will enjoy Mirror Willis' easy, conversational rendition of this book, and the intimate way in which author Shawn Taylor situates this album in time and popular culture. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Tribe Called Quest's 'People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Shawn Taylor Narrator: Mirror Willis Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: One of the finest hip-hop albums ever made, A Tribe Called Quest's debut record (featuring stone-cold classics like "Can I Kick It?" and "Bonita Applebum") took the idea of the boasting hip-hop male and turned it on its head. For many listeners, when this non-traditional, surprisingly feminine album was released, it was like hearing an entirely new form of music. In this book, Shawn Taylor explores the creation of the album as well as the impact it had on him at the time - a 17-year-old high-school geek who was equally into hip-hop, punk, new wave, skateboarding, and Dungeons & Dragons: all of a sudden, with this one album, the world made more sense. He has spent many years investigating this album, from the packaging to the song placement to each and every sample. Shawn Taylor knows this record like he knows his tattoos, and he's finally been able to write a fascinating and highly entertaining book about it. Editorial Reviews: Combining memoir and music criticism, Shawn Taylor writes an intimate account of the band A Tribe Called Quest's impact on himself and his generation, coming of age in the early '90's. Part of the 33 1/3 series, this book investigates the band's influence on the music scene, bringing as it did a new "feminine" twist to the rap music conventions of the time. Listeners will enjoy Mirror Willis' easy, conversational rendition of this book, and the intimate way in which author Shawn Taylor situates this album in time and popular culture. Members Reviews: A deeply personal look at a strange album: It gave me new perspective on a CD I never really loved 33 and 1/3 has books about four hip-hop albums in addition to this one: Nas's Illmatic, Public Enemy's It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back, the Beastie Boys' Paul's Boutique, and DJ Shadow's Entroducing. Although I'm a huge A Tribe Called Quest fan, and although People's Instinctive Travels is often considered a "hip-hop classic," I think it is easily the least-great of the albums covered by these books; certainly among the ones that include vocals. The Low End Theory and Midnight Marauders are all-time top-ten albums, in my opinion, and Tribe's fourth album (Beats, Rhymes, and Life) is criminally underrated... But I've just never really dug People's -- until now. Don't get me wrong, this is still my least favorite album in this series, and my least favorite Tribe album next to the group's uninspired finale (The Love Movement), but author Shawn Taylor's treatment of People's really gave me new perspective. One could argue that the book is too much about him, but I really identified with his connection to the album -- how songs remind him of times, places, events. Other albums do this for me, and it was interesting to walk in Taylor's shoes. He talks about being an "Afro-geek," and how Tribe made this cool -- at least for a while in 1990. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/A-Romance-on-Three-Legs-Audiobook/B00B9G851K Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Romance on Three Legs Subtitle: Glenn Gould's Obsessive Quest for the Perfect Piano Author: Katie Hafner Narrator: William Coon Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-04-13 Publisher: Katie Hafner Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Hugely talented and famously eccentric, pianist Glenn Gould fought a running battle with a long list of less than perfect pianos. A Romance on Three Legs is the story of a love that changed Gould's life: his partnership with the Steinway CD 318, a piano whose peculiar action and temperament ushered Gould closer than ever to interpretive perfection. Katie Hafner weaves the compelling tale of Gould, his favorite piano, and the men who worked on it, revealing new details and nuances in the work and mind of one of the twentieth century's greatest artists. Critic Reviews: "When Gould was paired with the right composer...he could make you wonder if he was altogether human. And reading Hafner on Gould is sometimes as much fun as listening to him play. And that's saying a lot." ( Newsweek) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Katie Hafner) Mon, 04 Feb 2013 23:44:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/A-Romance-on-Three-Legs-Audiobook/B00B9G851K thebookvoice.com 07:45:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Romance on Three Legs Subtitle: Glenn Gould's Obsessive Quest for the Perfect Piano Author: Katie Hafner Narrator: William Coon Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-04-13 Publisher: Katie Hafner Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Hugely talented and famously eccentric, pianist Glenn Gould fought a running battle with a long list of less than perfect pianos. A Romance on Three Legs is the story of a love that changed Gould's life: his partnership with the Steinway CD 318, a piano whose peculiar action and temperament ushered Gould closer than ever to interpretive perfection. Katie Hafner weaves the compelling tale of Gould, his favorite piano, and the men who worked on it, revealing new details and nuances in the work and mind of one of the twentieth century's greatest artists. Critic Reviews: "When Gould was paired with the right composer...he could make you wonder if he was altogether human. And reading Hafner on Gould is sometimes as much fun as listening to him play. And that's saying a lot." ( Newsweek) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Romance on Three Legs Subtitle: Glenn Gould's Obsessive Quest for the Perfect Piano Author: Katie Hafner Narrator: William Coon Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-04-13 Publisher: Katie Hafner Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Hugely talented and famously eccentric, pianist Glenn Gould fought a running battle with a long list of less than perfect pianos. A Romance on Three Legs is the story of a love that changed Gould's life: his partnership with the Steinway CD 318, a piano whose peculiar action and temperament ushered Gould closer than ever to interpretive perfection. Katie Hafner weaves the compelling tale of Gould, his favorite piano, and the men who worked on it, revealing new details and nuances in the work and mind of one of the twentieth century's greatest artists. Critic Reviews: "When Gould was paired with the right composer...he could make you wonder if he was altogether human. And reading Hafner on Gould is sometimes as much fun as listening to him play. And that's saying a lot." ( Newsweek) Members Reviews: Delightful, engaging, and instructive. I loved this book for many reasons. The story is engaging and even gripping. The narration is not only clear, but read in a way that enhances the message and makes me want to hear more. In a few places there may be a little more detail than required, but I would find it difficult or recommend cutting it. Overall, a highly engaging and informative account of Glenn Gould and be quest for the perfect piano. I highly recommend it. Love It Romance is a wonderful book for pianists who stand in awe of the true artist. What is especially fulfilling is the education on the corresponding artistry of the professional technician whose work I have always (shame on me) taken for granted. Love This book made me fall in love (upon hearing him play "the Tempest" sonata by Beethoven 08/15) with Glenn Gould. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Life-Works-Johannes-Brahms-Audiobook/B00A4LM01M Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life & Works - Johannes Brahms Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Elaine Claxton, Karen Archer, David Timson, Jasper Britton, Neville Jason, Jeremy Siepmann, Nicholas Boulton Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Brahms is one of the best loved yet most controversial of all the Romantics. Almost uniquely, his works have never suffered the slightest period of eclipse. Profoundly emotional yet governed by an iron discipline, the music, like the man, is a fascinating, entertaining, often deeply moving blend of opposites. He had a gift for friendship and a capacity for love far beyond the ordinary, yet no man could be ruder or more hurtful. Though humble, he was consumed by a sense of destiny, and his inner life, colored by his adoration and fear of women, found expression in some of the greatest music ever written. Listening to this audio-biography is leaping inside the life and times of a great German Romantic, understanding the man who was haunted by the ghost of Beethoven for years and was 43 before he wrote his first symphony. Editorial Reviews: Unlike the Naxos musical biographies of composers, this is an anatomical dissection of a single noteworthy piece of music. In terms more familiar to music professionals than to beginners ("a harmonic wash of pure pianistic tone colour"), Siepmann analyzes the construction, difficulty, unconventionality, and beauty of Brahms's second piano concerto. His technique is to say a few words about a musical passage and then present it piecemeal, working step by step through the entire work. Finally, we hear the whole movement with much more appreciation than before. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jeremy Siepmann) Mon, 12 Nov 2012 07:59:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Life-Works-Johannes-Brahms-Audiobook/B00A4LM01M thebookvoice.com 04:59:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life & Works - Johannes Brahms Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Elaine Claxton, Karen Archer, David Timson, Jasper Britton, Neville Jason, Jeremy Siepmann, Nicholas Boulton Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Brahms is one of the best loved yet most controversial of all the Romantics. Almost uniquely, his works have never suffered the slightest period of eclipse. Profoundly emotional yet governed by an iron discipline, the music, like the man, is a fascinating, entertaining, often deeply moving blend of opposites. He had a gift for friendship and a capacity for love far beyond the ordinary, yet no man could be ruder or more hurtful. Though humble, he was consumed by a sense of destiny, and his inner life, colored by his adoration and fear of women, found expression in some of the greatest music ever written. Listening to this audio-biography is leaping inside the life and times of a great German Romantic, understanding the man who was haunted by the ghost of Beethoven for years and was 43 before he wrote his first symphony. Editorial Reviews: Unlike the Naxos musical biographies of composers, this is an anatomical dissection of a single noteworthy piece of music. In terms more familiar to music professionals than to beginners ("a harmonic wash of pure pianistic tone colour"), Siepmann analyzes the construction, difficulty, unconventionality, and beauty of Brahms's second piano concerto. His technique is to say a few words about a musical passage and then present it piecemeal, working step by step through the entire work. Finally, we hear the whole movement with much more appreciation than before. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life & Works - Johannes Brahms Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Elaine Claxton, Karen Archer, David Timson, Jasper Britton, Neville Jason, Jeremy Siepmann, Nicholas Boulton Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Brahms is one of the best loved yet most controversial of all the Romantics. Almost uniquely, his works have never suffered the slightest period of eclipse. Profoundly emotional yet governed by an iron discipline, the music, like the man, is a fascinating, entertaining, often deeply moving blend of opposites. He had a gift for friendship and a capacity for love far beyond the ordinary, yet no man could be ruder or more hurtful. Though humble, he was consumed by a sense of destiny, and his inner life, colored by his adoration and fear of women, found expression in some of the greatest music ever written. Listening to this audio-biography is leaping inside the life and times of a great German Romantic, understanding the man who was haunted by the ghost of Beethoven for years and was 43 before he wrote his first symphony. Editorial Reviews: Unlike the Naxos musical biographies of composers, this is an anatomical dissection of a single noteworthy piece of music. In terms more familiar to music professionals than to beginners ("a harmonic wash of pure pianistic tone colour"), Siepmann analyzes the construction, difficulty, unconventionality, and beauty of Brahms's second piano concerto. His technique is to say a few words about a musical passage and then present it piecemeal, working step by step through the entire work. Finally, we hear the whole movement with much more appreciation than before. Members Reviews: Excellent introduction. What a delight! The combination of life story , musical interludes and the extracts from letters etc read by actors makes this a very engaging and informative introduction to the life and works of the composer . I enjoyed it very much and the format held my attention and interest throughout. Fine study of Brahms' life & work I love Brahms but knew little about his life. This filled the gap very well. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Bruce-Springsteen-and-the-Promise-of-Rock-n-Roll-Audiobook/B00CX1QXPA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bruce Springsteen and the Promise of Rock 'n' Roll Author: Marc Dolan Narrator: Evan Greenberg Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: A vibrant biography of one of the greatest rock 'n' rollers, the America that made him, and the America he made. Smart and incisive, this unique book takes us through Bruce Springsteens life by tracing the cultural, political, and personal forces that shaped his music. Beyond his constant stylistic adaptations, Springsteen developed over the decades from expressing the voice of a guy from working-class New Jersey to writing about the larger issues facing the country, including war, class disparity, and prejudice. Marc Dolan draws on a range of new and little-known sources - including hundreds of unreleased studio recordings and bootlegs of live performances - making this an indispensable reference for avid Springsteen fans as well as those interested in learning the stories behind his music. Combining political analysis, music history, and colorful storytelling, Bruce Springsteen and the Promise of Rock n Roll reveals how a gifted, ambitious community college dropout achieved superstardom - and spent decades refining what he wanted his music to say. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Marc Dolan) Thu, 27 Jun 2013 05:37:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Bruce-Springsteen-and-the-Promise-of-Rock-n-Roll-Audiobook/B00CX1QXPA thebookvoice.com 18:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bruce Springsteen and the Promise of Rock 'n' Roll Author: Marc Dolan Narrator: Evan Greenberg Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: A vibrant biography of one of the greatest rock 'n' rollers, the America that made him, and the America he made. Smart and incisive, this unique book takes us through Bruce Springsteens life by tracing the cultural, political, and personal forces that shaped his music. Beyond his constant stylistic adaptations, Springsteen developed over the decades from expressing the voice of a guy from working-class New Jersey to writing about the larger issues facing the country, including war, class disparity, and prejudice. Marc Dolan draws on a range of new and little-known sources - including hundreds of unreleased studio recordings and bootlegs of live performances - making this an indispensable reference for avid Springsteen fans as well as those interested in learning the stories behind his music. Combining political analysis, music history, and colorful storytelling, Bruce Springsteen and the Promise of Rock n Roll reveals how a gifted, ambitious community college dropout achieved superstardom - and spent decades refining what he wanted his music to say. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bruce Springsteen and the Promise of Rock 'n' Roll Author: Marc Dolan Narrator: Evan Greenberg Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: A vibrant biography of one of the greatest rock 'n' rollers, the America that made him, and the America he made. Smart and incisive, this unique book takes us through Bruce Springsteens life by tracing the cultural, political, and personal forces that shaped his music. Beyond his constant stylistic adaptations, Springsteen developed over the decades from expressing the voice of a guy from working-class New Jersey to writing about the larger issues facing the country, including war, class disparity, and prejudice. Marc Dolan draws on a range of new and little-known sources - including hundreds of unreleased studio recordings and bootlegs of live performances - making this an indispensable reference for avid Springsteen fans as well as those interested in learning the stories behind his music. Combining political analysis, music history, and colorful storytelling, Bruce Springsteen and the Promise of Rock n Roll reveals how a gifted, ambitious community college dropout achieved superstardom - and spent decades refining what he wanted his music to say. Members Reviews: More conjecture than researched fact. This is a book based on no real hard research. At least by the way it is written and performed it sounds like innuendo and conjecture. I wanted to like this book but just could not get past the sixth hour. I will wait till there is an authorised bio on Bruce. Excellent Great detailed career history of the legend that is Brooooooooce. Well read, well researched, very enjoyable. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Electric-Ladyland-Jimi-Hendrix-Experience-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B0036G94UC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Electric Ladyland, Jimi Hendrix Experience (33 1/3 Series) Author: John Perry Narrator: Victor Villar Hauser Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Electric Ladyland is one of the greatest guitar albums ever made. During the recording process, Jimi Hendrix at last had the time and creative freedom to pursue the sounds he was looking for. In this remarkable and entertaining book, John Perry gets to the heart of Hendrix's unique talent - guiding the listener through each song on the album, writing vividly about Hendrix's live performances, and talking to several of Hendrix's peers and contemporaries. Rock on: listen to more of the series. ©2004 John Perry; (P)2009 Audible, Inc. Editorial Reviews: Part of the celebrated 33 1/3 series, Electric Ladyland, Jimi Hendrix Experience by John Perry gives listeners access to the detailed context and content of Jimi Hendrix's multilayered and virtuosic third album. Victor Villar Hauser's lilting British accent draws listeners in to the London of late 1960s, where Hendrix got his first shot at fame. With a short biography, an explication of the songs on the album, and Perry's own memories of seeing Hendrix live during this time period, Electric Ladyland is a celebration of a truly great musician by a guitarist and writer who clearly gives Hendrix the reverence he deserves. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Perry) Thu, 29 Oct 2009 01:58:16 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Electric-Ladyland-Jimi-Hendrix-Experience-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B0036G94UC thebookvoice.com 03:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Electric Ladyland, Jimi Hendrix Experience (33 1/3 Series) Author: John Perry Narrator: Victor Villar Hauser Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Electric Ladyland is one of the greatest guitar albums ever made. During the recording process, Jimi Hendrix at last had the time and creative freedom to pursue the sounds he was looking for. In this remarkable and entertaining book, John Perry gets to the heart of Hendrix's unique talent - guiding the listener through each song on the album, writing vividly about Hendrix's live performances, and talking to several of Hendrix's peers and contemporaries. Rock on: listen to more of the series. ©2004 John Perry; (P)2009 Audible, Inc. Editorial Reviews: Part of the celebrated 33 1/3 series, Electric Ladyland, Jimi Hendrix Experience by John Perry gives listeners access to the detailed context and content of Jimi Hendrix's multilayered and virtuosic third album. Victor Villar Hauser's lilting British accent draws listeners in to the London of late 1960s, where Hendrix got his first shot at fame. With a short biography, an explication of the songs on the album, and Perry's own memories of seeing Hendrix live during this time period, Electric Ladyland is a celebration of a truly great musician by a guitarist and writer who clearly gives Hendrix the reverence he deserves. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Electric Ladyland, Jimi Hendrix Experience (33 1/3 Series) Author: John Perry Narrator: Victor Villar Hauser Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Electric Ladyland is one of the greatest guitar albums ever made. During the recording process, Jimi Hendrix at last had the time and creative freedom to pursue the sounds he was looking for. In this remarkable and entertaining book, John Perry gets to the heart of Hendrix's unique talent - guiding the listener through each song on the album, writing vividly about Hendrix's live performances, and talking to several of Hendrix's peers and contemporaries. Rock on: listen to more of the series. ©2004 John Perry; (P)2009 Audible, Inc. Editorial Reviews: Part of the celebrated 33 1/3 series, Electric Ladyland, Jimi Hendrix Experience by John Perry gives listeners access to the detailed context and content of Jimi Hendrix's multilayered and virtuosic third album. Victor Villar Hauser's lilting British accent draws listeners in to the London of late 1960s, where Hendrix got his first shot at fame. With a short biography, an explication of the songs on the album, and Perry's own memories of seeing Hendrix live during this time period, Electric Ladyland is a celebration of a truly great musician by a guitarist and writer who clearly gives Hendrix the reverence he deserves. Members Reviews: A banquet - for specialized tastes Some of us are rabidly interested in the details, others just want to hear the music and dream. This detail-packed volume brings back the Jimi Hendrix Experience in the context of their time. A short history moves to a track-by-track dissection of Hendrix' greatest album including the players, the stories and in some cases more information than the players themselves remember today. Narration is servicable, the breadth of coverage is outstanding. Any Hendrix devotee will find much to enjoy. a must for all Hendrix followers Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? This is interesting, and I found myself revisiting Hendrix songs with a new ear and more respect for his work. His music still unfolds today. Would you listen to another book narrated by Victor Villar Hauser? yes Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? no, it was entertaining throughout Any additional comments? to complete this audio book, some of the music discussed should be included, rather than say at what min/sec point you needed to find. excellent Jimi had a love affair with the guitar the likes nobody ever had or ever will. Jimi is the guitar and the guitar is Jimi. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Princess-Noire-Audiobook/B007KBDHLG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Princess Noire Subtitle: The Tumultuous Reign of Nina Simone Author: Nadine Cohodas Narrator: Lisa Renee Pitts Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 03-15-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Nadine Cohodas's biography of the passionate, talented and difficult, but ultimately lovable, Nina Simone is an object lesson in American life. With thorough interviews and research, much new material and information that has never before come to light, Nadine tells the story of Eunice Wayman, born in Tryon NC in 1933, with a stunning musical talent that was spotted early by family and friends. Trained as a classical pianist through the charitable auspices of a local white woman who paid for her lessons and made sure she had access to a first-rate piano teacher, Eunice became Nina Simone only after the devastating disappointment of not being accepted at the highly exclusive Curtis Institute of Music. She had planned to be a classical musician, and much of her life and career were colored by this fact -- as was her music, making her attack on a typical jazz tune uniquely heady and virtuosic. In the summer of 1954, in order to make a living, Eunice took a job playing the piano at a bar in Atlantic City, and before long she was not just playing but singing and was becoming Nina Simone, the marquis name she picked for these first gigs. The rest is history, or becomes so with Nadine's ministrations. We watch the exciting rise of Nina's discovery of herself as a singer (by 1959 she had a hit with "I Love You Porgy" and had sung Town Hall, was well received and on her way), her unique and challenging relationship with her audiences (she would "shush"; them angrily -- as a classically trained musician, she didn't believe in cabaret chat ), her involvement in and contributions to the Civil Rights Movement (through songs such as her seminal "Mississippi Goddam" and friendships with James Baldwin, Lorraine Hainsbury and Langston Hughes), her marriage and brief family contentment with the police detective Andy Stroud, with whom she had her daughter Lisa. Alongside these threads runs a darker one: Nina's increasing and sometimes baffling outbursts of rage and pain, her isolation into a confused world of perceived wrongs against her (some turned out to be real wrongs -- such as the lack of royalties paid on her work, which was later legally addressed), and the erratic behavior that caused her trouble and gave heartache to her true fans over the years. Ultimately she turned away from America and settled abroad in search of equilibrium. (In the mid-seventies Nina relocated to Liberia, then moved to Switzerland, Paris, and finally settled in the south of France.) Nina was a grande dame late in life, given a boost when Chanel used her "My Baby Just Cares for Me" in a TV perfume ad in 1987. She returned to the States to perform in 2000, and died at the age of seventy in 2003. At the end, Nina sang to devoted crowds, even when she wasn't always at her very best. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Nadine Cohodas) Thu, 15 Mar 2012 18:32:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Princess-Noire-Audiobook/B007KBDHLG thebookvoice.com 15:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Princess Noire Subtitle: The Tumultuous Reign of Nina Simone Author: Nadine Cohodas Narrator: Lisa Renee Pitts Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 03-15-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Nadine Cohodas's biography of the passionate, talented and difficult, but ultimately lovable, Nina Simone is an object lesson in American life. With thorough interviews and research, much new material and information that has never before come to light, Nadine tells the story of Eunice Wayman, born in Tryon NC in 1933, with a stunning musical talent that was spotted early by family and friends. Trained as a classical pianist through the charitable auspices of a local white woman who paid for her lessons and made sure she had access to a first-rate piano teacher, Eunice became Nina Simone only after the devastating disappointment of not being accepted at the highly exclusive Curtis Institute of Music. She had planned to be a classical musician, and much of her life and career were colored by this fact -- as was her music, making her attack on a typical jazz tune uniquely heady and virtuosic. In the summer of 1954, in order to make a living, Eunice took a job playing the piano at a bar in Atlantic City, and before long she was not just playing but singing and was becoming Nina Simone, the marquis name she picked for these first gigs. The rest is history, or becomes so with Nadine's ministrations. We watch the exciting rise of Nina's discovery of herself as a singer (by 1959 she had a hit with "I Love You Porgy" and had sung Town Hall, was well received and on her way), her unique and challenging relationship with her audiences (she would "shush"; them angrily -- as a classically trained musician, she didn't believe in cabaret chat ), her involvement in and contributions to the Civil Rights Movement (through songs such as her seminal "Mississippi Goddam" and friendships with James Baldwin, Lorraine Hainsbury and Langston Hughes), her marriage and brief family contentment with the police detective Andy Stroud, with whom she had her daughter Lisa. Alongside these threads runs a darker one: Nina's increasing and sometimes baffling outbursts of rage and pain, her isolation into a confused world of perceived wrongs against her (some turned out to be real wrongs -- such as the lack of royalties paid on her work, which was later legally addressed), and the erratic behavior that caused her trouble and gave heartache to her true fans over the years. Ultimately she turned away from America and settled abroad in search of equilibrium. (In the mid-seventies Nina relocated to Liberia, then moved to Switzerland, Paris, and finally settled in the south of France.) Nina was a grande dame late in life, given a boost when Chanel used her "My Baby Just Cares for Me" in a TV perfume ad in 1987. She returned to the States to perform in 2000, and died at the age of seventy in 2003. At the end, Nina sang to devoted crowds, even when she wasn't always at her very best. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Princess Noire Subtitle: The Tumultuous Reign of Nina Simone Author: Nadine Cohodas Narrator: Lisa Renee Pitts Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 03-15-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Nadine Cohodas's biography of the passionate, talented and difficult, but ultimately lovable, Nina Simone is an object lesson in American life. With thorough interviews and research, much new material and information that has never before come to light, Nadine tells the story of Eunice Wayman, born in Tryon NC in 1933, with a stunning musical talent that was spotted early by family and friends. Trained as a classical pianist through the charitable auspices of a local white woman who paid for her lessons and made sure she had access to a first-rate piano teacher, Eunice became Nina Simone only after the devastating disappointment of not being accepted at the highly exclusive Curtis Institute of Music. She had planned to be a classical musician, and much of her life and career were colored by this fact -- as was her music, making her attack on a typical jazz tune uniquely heady and virtuosic. In the summer of 1954, in order to make a living, Eunice took a job playing the piano at a bar in Atlantic City, and before long she was not just playing but singing and was becoming Nina Simone, the marquis name she picked for these first gigs. The rest is history, or becomes so with Nadine's ministrations. We watch the exciting rise of Nina's discovery of herself as a singer (by 1959 she had a hit with "I Love You Porgy" and had sung Town Hall, was well received and on her way), her unique and challenging relationship with her audiences (she would "shush"; them angrily -- as a classically trained musician, she didn't believe in cabaret chat ), her involvement in and contributions to the Civil Rights Movement (through songs such as her seminal "Mississippi Goddam" and friendships with James Baldwin, Lorraine Hainsbury and Langston Hughes), her marriage and brief family contentment with the police detective Andy Stroud, with whom she had her daughter Lisa. Alongside these threads runs a darker one: Nina's increasing and sometimes baffling outbursts of rage and pain, her isolation into a confused world of perceived wrongs against her (some turned out to be real wrongs -- such as the lack of royalties paid on her work, which was later legally addressed), and the erratic behavior that caused her trouble and gave heartache to her true fans over the years. Ultimately she turned away from America and settled abroad in search of equilibrium. (In the mid-seventies Nina relocated to Liberia, then moved to Switzerland, Paris, and finally settled in the south of France.) Nina was a grande dame late in life, given a boost when Chanel used her "My Baby Just Cares for Me" in a TV perfume ad in 1987. She returned to the States to perform in 2000, and died at the age of seventy in 2003. At the end, Nina sang to devoted crowds, even when she wasn't always at her very best. Members Reviews: Madam Simone this book has really helped me learn about a woman who i only learned about from the backlash of a upcoming movie. Everyone was up in arms about a light skinned black woman playing Nina & i wanted to know why. After listening to this wonderful book, i can now see why that action would be a slap in Dr Simones face. A must read Highly detailed and candid portrait of Nina Simone. Sometimes you feel so close to her spirit. Other times, you dislike her. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Allen-Klein-Audiobook/B00ZYC8PQ0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Allen Klein Subtitle: The Man Who Bailed Out the Beatles, Made the Stones, and Transformed Rock & Roll Author: Fred Goodman Narrator: Mike Chamberlain Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 06-30-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Allen Klein was like no one the music industry had seen before. The hard-nosed business manager became infamous for allegedly catalyzing the Beatles' breakup and robbing the Rolling Stones, but the truth is both more complex and more fascinating. As the manager of the Stones and then the Beatles - not to mention Sam Cooke, the Who, Donovan, the Kinks, and numerous other performers - he taught young soon-to-be legends how to be businessmen as well as rock stars. In so doing, Klein made millions for his clients and changed music forever. But Klein was as merciless with his clients as he was with anyone else, earning himself an outsize reputation for villainy that has gone unchallenged until now. Through unique, unprecedented access to Klein's archives, veteran music journalist Fred Goodman tells the full story of how the Beatles broke up, how the Stones achieved the greatest commercial success in rock history, and how the music business became what it is today. Critic Reviews: "Klein changed the way rock does business. In this balanced, fascinating, and well-written biography, Goodman gives him credit where it's due." (Kirkus) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Fred Goodman) Tue, 30 Jun 2015 11:55:56 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Allen-Klein-Audiobook/B00ZYC8PQ0 thebookvoice.com 11:45:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Allen Klein Subtitle: The Man Who Bailed Out the Beatles, Made the Stones, and Transformed Rock & Roll Author: Fred Goodman Narrator: Mike Chamberlain Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 06-30-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Allen Klein was like no one the music industry had seen before. The hard-nosed business manager became infamous for allegedly catalyzing the Beatles' breakup and robbing the Rolling Stones, but the truth is both more complex and more fascinating. As the manager of the Stones and then the Beatles - not to mention Sam Cooke, the Who, Donovan, the Kinks, and numerous other performers - he taught young soon-to-be legends how to be businessmen as well as rock stars. In so doing, Klein made millions for his clients and changed music forever. But Klein was as merciless with his clients as he was with anyone else, earning himself an outsize reputation for villainy that has gone unchallenged until now. Through unique, unprecedented access to Klein's archives, veteran music journalist Fred Goodman tells the full story of how the Beatles broke up, how the Stones achieved the greatest commercial success in rock history, and how the music business became what it is today. Critic Reviews: "Klein changed the way rock does business. In this balanced, fascinating, and well-written biography, Goodman gives him credit where it's due." (Kirkus) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Allen Klein Subtitle: The Man Who Bailed Out the Beatles, Made the Stones, and Transformed Rock & Roll Author: Fred Goodman Narrator: Mike Chamberlain Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 06-30-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Allen Klein was like no one the music industry had seen before. The hard-nosed business manager became infamous for allegedly catalyzing the Beatles' breakup and robbing the Rolling Stones, but the truth is both more complex and more fascinating. As the manager of the Stones and then the Beatles - not to mention Sam Cooke, the Who, Donovan, the Kinks, and numerous other performers - he taught young soon-to-be legends how to be businessmen as well as rock stars. In so doing, Klein made millions for his clients and changed music forever. But Klein was as merciless with his clients as he was with anyone else, earning himself an outsize reputation for villainy that has gone unchallenged until now. Through unique, unprecedented access to Klein's archives, veteran music journalist Fred Goodman tells the full story of how the Beatles broke up, how the Stones achieved the greatest commercial success in rock history, and how the music business became what it is today. Critic Reviews: "Klein changed the way rock does business. In this balanced, fascinating, and well-written biography, Goodman gives him credit where it's due." (Kirkus) Members Reviews: The Beatles' & Rolling Stones' Big Bad Manager Allen Klein wanted the Beatles. He got the Beatles. He lost the Beatles. He went to prison. When you think of bad$&@ rock managers, Allen Klein comes to mind. And Goodman's book is a worthy and long-awaited look at the man who made things happen for his clients--but at a cost. Klein started with Sam Cooke, Bobby Darin and Bobby Vinton, then scored a big haul with the Rolling Stones. He believed he was the best manager. And he wanted to manage the best group, which in the late '60s put him on the hunt for the Beatles. He got his wish, after Brian Epstein died and the other Beatles' wanted an alternative to Paul McCartney's suggestion of girlfriend Linda Eastman's father and brother. But the group was unraveling and Klein became another wedge that split the band. What would follow, if you read You Never Give Me Your Money: The Beatles After the Breakup by Peter Doggett, were years of financial and legal wrangling. Much of that wrangling would involve Klein, as the representative of John, George and Ringo. And you get the sense from Goodman's readable bio that Klein was in his element. He loved power. He loved managing music groups and he loved a good (or bad) fight. If you are like me and have always been attracted to the oversized Goliaths who populate the ranks of rock management, you will enjoy this book. Goodman does not paint a sympathetic psychological portrait. Rather, what he provides is an outside look, a man revealed through his actions. You don't crawl into the sheets with Klein. You come upon him across a table or in a corner office coaxing, cajoling and threatening. Klein's greatest skill as a negotiator was his ability to see what artists wanted and then move worlds to get it. What they wanted in the early '60s was more money and control over their songs. Klein believed artists should be paid more. He negotiated lucrative royalty deals and had the Stones record their music independent of the label, thereby giving them and him more control over the production and copyright. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Written-Works-of-Graeme-Edge-Audiobook/B008K8BJ5O Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Written Works of Graeme Edge Author: Graeme Edge Narrator: Graeme Edge Format: Unabridged Length: 57 mins Language: English Release date: 07-12-12 Publisher: Graeme Edge Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Here are the written works of Graeme Edge, with additional anecdotes on the background to and motivation behind many of Graeme's best known lyrics and poetry. The Moody Blues most famous albums are represented here, along with solo works, in one volume. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Graeme Edge) Thu, 12 Jul 2012 11:33:03 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Written-Works-of-Graeme-Edge-Audiobook/B008K8BJ5O thebookvoice.com 00:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Written Works of Graeme Edge Author: Graeme Edge Narrator: Graeme Edge Format: Unabridged Length: 57 mins Language: English Release date: 07-12-12 Publisher: Graeme Edge Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Here are the written works of Graeme Edge, with additional anecdotes on the background to and motivation behind many of Graeme's best known lyrics and poetry. The Moody Blues most famous albums are represented here, along with solo works, in one volume. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Written Works of Graeme Edge Author: Graeme Edge Narrator: Graeme Edge Format: Unabridged Length: 57 mins Language: English Release date: 07-12-12 Publisher: Graeme Edge Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Here are the written works of Graeme Edge, with additional anecdotes on the background to and motivation behind many of Graeme's best known lyrics and poetry. The Moody Blues most famous albums are represented here, along with solo works, in one volume. Members Reviews: Long time fan As a man who writes poetry, I was happy to have this book, which contains some of my favorite words in music. Five Stars I love Graeme Edge and this book of poems was excellent. Can't wait for more! The Written Works of Graeme Edge I've always loved the prose and poetry in the Moody Blues albums, and so it is great to have the whole compilation. Five Stars Graeme always has had a wonderful way with words. He is a brilliant man. Love the book! Love this man A must have for any Moody Blues fan! Love this man! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Velvet-Undergrounds-The-Velvet-Underground-and-Nico-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V0ABXI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Velvet Underground's The Velvet Underground and Nico (33 1/3 Series) Author: Joe Harvard Narrator: Marc Vietor Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Velvet Underground and Nico has influenced the sound of more bands than almost any other album. And remarkably, it still sounds as fresh and challenging today as it did upon its release in 1967. In this book, Joe Harvard covers everything from Lou Reed's lyrical genius to John Cale's groundbreaking instrumentation, and from the creative input of Andy Warhol to the fine details of the recording process. With input from co-producer Norman Dolph and Velvets fan Jonathan Richman, Harvard documents the creation of a record which, in the eyes of many, has never been matched. Joe Harvard was co-founder and owner of Fort Apache Studios. Voted Boston's Best Producer, his playing appears on numerous records by bands including Dinosaur Jr., Throwing Muses, and the Pernice Brothers. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: Joe Harvard describes himself as a musician, not a music critic, and as such he doesn't attempt to "explain" one of the most influential albums in the history of rock. Instead, through interviews and careful research he paints a portrait of the Velvet Underground's debut album, the people that made it, and the downtown NY that it sprung out of and in many ways defined. Harvard talks about singer and lyricist Lou Reed's desire to write a musical equivalent of the writing of Raymond Chandler; Marc Vietor's performance of the audiobook feels like the reading of a Chandler pulp fiction. His gritty delivery evokes the sex and drugs that the album describes with a candor which perhaps mainstream audiences at the time were not ready for. Critic Reviews: "'Today, the kind of lives deemed permissible for art to reflect upon seem more and more to resemble those that the Velvets explored in their songs,'" writes Joe Harvard, assessing the milieus surrounding the Velvet Underground's debut, virtually ignored upon release in 1967 and now considered a watershed statement. A Boston producer, Harvard brings a musician's perspective to evaluating song structures, album sonics and band chemistry, while balanced views on Nico and Andy Warhol's roles reinforce the record's cultural impact." (The Chicago Tribune) "Narrator Marc Vietor tackles Harvard's frank and often-explicit missive with an eager and edgy delivery, evoking the author's earlier years in upstart bands and placing the listener in the heart of the Lower East Side scene." (AudioFile) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Joe Harvard) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 03:43:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Velvet-Undergrounds-The-Velvet-Underground-and-Nico-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V0ABXI thebookvoice.com 03:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Velvet Underground's The Velvet Underground and Nico (33 1/3 Series) Author: Joe Harvard Narrator: Marc Vietor Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Velvet Underground and Nico has influenced the sound of more bands than almost any other album. And remarkably, it still sounds as fresh and challenging today as it did upon its release in 1967. In this book, Joe Harvard covers everything from Lou Reed's lyrical genius to John Cale's groundbreaking instrumentation, and from the creative input of Andy Warhol to the fine details of the recording process. With input from co-producer Norman Dolph and Velvets fan Jonathan Richman, Harvard documents the creation of a record which, in the eyes of many, has never been matched. Joe Harvard was co-founder and owner of Fort Apache Studios. Voted Boston's Best Producer, his playing appears on numerous records by bands including Dinosaur Jr., Throwing Muses, and the Pernice Brothers. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: Joe Harvard describes himself as a musician, not a music critic, and as such he doesn't attempt to "explain" one of the most influential albums in the history of rock. Instead, through interviews and careful research he paints a portrait of the Velvet Underground's debut album, the people that made it, and the downtown NY that it sprung out of and in many ways defined. Harvard talks about singer and lyricist Lou Reed's desire to write a musical equivalent of the writing of Raymond Chandler; Marc Vietor's performance of the audiobook feels like the reading of a Chandler pulp fiction. His gritty delivery evokes the sex and drugs that the album describes with a candor which perhaps mainstream audiences at the time were not ready for. Critic Reviews: "'Today, the kind of lives deemed permissible for art to reflect upon seem more and more to resemble those that the Velvets explored in their songs,'" writes Joe Harvard, assessing the milieus surrounding the Velvet Underground's debut, virtually ignored upon release in 1967 and now considered a watershed statement. A Boston producer, Harvard brings a musician's perspective to evaluating song structures, album sonics and band chemistry, while balanced views on Nico and Andy Warhol's roles reinforce the record's cultural impact." (The Chicago Tribune) "Narrator Marc Vietor tackles Harvard's frank and often-explicit missive with an eager and edgy delivery, evoking the author's earlier years in upstart bands and placing the listener in the heart of the Lower East Side scene." (AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Velvet Underground's The Velvet Underground and Nico (33 1/3 Series) Author: Joe Harvard Narrator: Marc Vietor Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Velvet Underground and Nico has influenced the sound of more bands than almost any other album. And remarkably, it still sounds as fresh and challenging today as it did upon its release in 1967. In this book, Joe Harvard covers everything from Lou Reed's lyrical genius to John Cale's groundbreaking instrumentation, and from the creative input of Andy Warhol to the fine details of the recording process. With input from co-producer Norman Dolph and Velvets fan Jonathan Richman, Harvard documents the creation of a record which, in the eyes of many, has never been matched. Joe Harvard was co-founder and owner of Fort Apache Studios. Voted Boston's Best Producer, his playing appears on numerous records by bands including Dinosaur Jr., Throwing Muses, and the Pernice Brothers. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: Joe Harvard describes himself as a musician, not a music critic, and as such he doesn't attempt to "explain" one of the most influential albums in the history of rock. Instead, through interviews and careful research he paints a portrait of the Velvet Underground's debut album, the people that made it, and the downtown NY that it sprung out of and in many ways defined. Harvard talks about singer and lyricist Lou Reed's desire to write a musical equivalent of the writing of Raymond Chandler; Marc Vietor's performance of the audiobook feels like the reading of a Chandler pulp fiction. His gritty delivery evokes the sex and drugs that the album describes with a candor which perhaps mainstream audiences at the time were not ready for. Critic Reviews: "'Today, the kind of lives deemed permissible for art to reflect upon seem more and more to resemble those that the Velvets explored in their songs,'" writes Joe Harvard, assessing the milieus surrounding the Velvet Underground's debut, virtually ignored upon release in 1967 and now considered a watershed statement. A Boston producer, Harvard brings a musician's perspective to evaluating song structures, album sonics and band chemistry, while balanced views on Nico and Andy Warhol's roles reinforce the record's cultural impact." (The Chicago Tribune) "Narrator Marc Vietor tackles Harvard's frank and often-explicit missive with an eager and edgy delivery, evoking the author's earlier years in upstart bands and placing the listener in the heart of the Lower East Side scene." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: A good read for non-VU freaks I'm a VU fan, but not a VU freak. As such, I liked this book a lot. Plenty of background on the making of the album, analysis of the songs, etc. I've read another review complaining that all the info in this book can be found in the "Peel Slowly And See" box set booklet. If that's true, than I can see this book being a disappointment. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/E-Street-Shuffle-Audiobook/B00B1F1P4S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: E Street Shuffle Subtitle: The Glory Days of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band Author: Clinton Heylin Narrator: Dan John Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-13 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Before he was the swaggering, stadium-packing megastar, Bruce Springsteen was a brooding introvert, desperate to strike a balance between his nuanced songwriting and the heft of his backing band. Clinton Heylin's revelatory biography, E Street Shuffle, chronicles the evolution and influence of Springsteen's E Street Band as they rose from blue-collar New Jersey to the heights of rock stardom. The band's players - most notably saxophonist Clarence "Big Man" Clemons, guitarist "Little" Stevie Van Zandt, and drummer Max Weinberg - became Springsteen's comrades in concert, helping him find the elusive sound and sonic punch that highlighted The Boss's most creative period, including Darkness on the Edge of Town, Born to Run, and Born in the USA. Fans will also learn another side of Springsteen, one punctuated with his clashes with studio executives seeking a commercially viable, radio-friendly album, and his temporary disbanding of the E Street Band to pursue projects like the eerie acoustic of Nebraska. Coinciding with the 40th anniversary of Springsteen's debut album, Greetings from Asbury Park, drawing on interviews and access to new recordings and shows, Heylin paints a bold picture of The Boss. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Clinton Heylin) Wed, 16 Jan 2013 19:28:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/E-Street-Shuffle-Audiobook/B00B1F1P4S thebookvoice.com 12:41:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: E Street Shuffle Subtitle: The Glory Days of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band Author: Clinton Heylin Narrator: Dan John Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-13 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Before he was the swaggering, stadium-packing megastar, Bruce Springsteen was a brooding introvert, desperate to strike a balance between his nuanced songwriting and the heft of his backing band. Clinton Heylin's revelatory biography, E Street Shuffle, chronicles the evolution and influence of Springsteen's E Street Band as they rose from blue-collar New Jersey to the heights of rock stardom. The band's players - most notably saxophonist Clarence "Big Man" Clemons, guitarist "Little" Stevie Van Zandt, and drummer Max Weinberg - became Springsteen's comrades in concert, helping him find the elusive sound and sonic punch that highlighted The Boss's most creative period, including Darkness on the Edge of Town, Born to Run, and Born in the USA. Fans will also learn another side of Springsteen, one punctuated with his clashes with studio executives seeking a commercially viable, radio-friendly album, and his temporary disbanding of the E Street Band to pursue projects like the eerie acoustic of Nebraska. Coinciding with the 40th anniversary of Springsteen's debut album, Greetings from Asbury Park, drawing on interviews and access to new recordings and shows, Heylin paints a bold picture of The Boss. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: E Street Shuffle Subtitle: The Glory Days of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band Author: Clinton Heylin Narrator: Dan John Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-13 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Before he was the swaggering, stadium-packing megastar, Bruce Springsteen was a brooding introvert, desperate to strike a balance between his nuanced songwriting and the heft of his backing band. Clinton Heylin's revelatory biography, E Street Shuffle, chronicles the evolution and influence of Springsteen's E Street Band as they rose from blue-collar New Jersey to the heights of rock stardom. The band's players - most notably saxophonist Clarence "Big Man" Clemons, guitarist "Little" Stevie Van Zandt, and drummer Max Weinberg - became Springsteen's comrades in concert, helping him find the elusive sound and sonic punch that highlighted The Boss's most creative period, including Darkness on the Edge of Town, Born to Run, and Born in the USA. Fans will also learn another side of Springsteen, one punctuated with his clashes with studio executives seeking a commercially viable, radio-friendly album, and his temporary disbanding of the E Street Band to pursue projects like the eerie acoustic of Nebraska. Coinciding with the 40th anniversary of Springsteen's debut album, Greetings from Asbury Park, drawing on interviews and access to new recordings and shows, Heylin paints a bold picture of The Boss. Members Reviews: just a glancing blow I thought this could have gone into more depth about Bruce the man. It was mostly focussed on Bruce in the studio and even then not about the process of the recording but more about how laborious a task it was to make a Springsteen album. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/First-Lady-of-Song-Audiobook/B009PQKHWQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: First Lady of Song Subtitle: Ella Fitzgerald for the Record Author: Geoffrey Mark Fidelman Narrator: Geoffrey Mark Fidelman Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Ella Fitzgerald. The name alone conjures up images of the Savoy Ballroom; of the Chick Webb, Duke Ellington, and Count Basie bands; of hot jazz, sweet ballads, and a genuinely unique presence. Ella Fitzgerald, an artist who was called a national treasure - and no one ever disputed the laudation - has continued to captivate an international audience for more than 50 years. Her inimitable voice was heard in intimate clubs, in concerts, on radio and television, and continues to be heard on countless recordings. First Lady of Song is a celebration of her life and work. Here are revived memories of duets with Frank Sinatra, harmonizing with Dinah Shore, and solo triumphs at Carnegie Hall. Critic Reviews: "[A] labor of love and respect [which] illuminates Fitzgeralds elusive personality. Required reading for jazz fans." ( Booklist) "In this labor of love, Fidelman chronicles the singers scores of best-selling recordings and countless awards and, in later years, her being presented to heads of state and working as spokesperson in commercials for Memorex." ( Library Journal) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Geoffrey Mark Fidelman) Sun, 20 Jan 2013 12:22:44 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/First-Lady-of-Song-Audiobook/B009PQKHWQ thebookvoice.com 12:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: First Lady of Song Subtitle: Ella Fitzgerald for the Record Author: Geoffrey Mark Fidelman Narrator: Geoffrey Mark Fidelman Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Ella Fitzgerald. The name alone conjures up images of the Savoy Ballroom; of the Chick Webb, Duke Ellington, and Count Basie bands; of hot jazz, sweet ballads, and a genuinely unique presence. Ella Fitzgerald, an artist who was called a national treasure - and no one ever disputed the laudation - has continued to captivate an international audience for more than 50 years. Her inimitable voice was heard in intimate clubs, in concerts, on radio and television, and continues to be heard on countless recordings. First Lady of Song is a celebration of her life and work. Here are revived memories of duets with Frank Sinatra, harmonizing with Dinah Shore, and solo triumphs at Carnegie Hall. Critic Reviews: "[A] labor of love and respect [which] illuminates Fitzgeralds elusive personality. Required reading for jazz fans." ( Booklist) "In this labor of love, Fidelman chronicles the singers scores of best-selling recordings and countless awards and, in later years, her being presented to heads of state and working as spokesperson in commercials for Memorex." ( Library Journal) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: First Lady of Song Subtitle: Ella Fitzgerald for the Record Author: Geoffrey Mark Fidelman Narrator: Geoffrey Mark Fidelman Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Ella Fitzgerald. The name alone conjures up images of the Savoy Ballroom; of the Chick Webb, Duke Ellington, and Count Basie bands; of hot jazz, sweet ballads, and a genuinely unique presence. Ella Fitzgerald, an artist who was called a national treasure - and no one ever disputed the laudation - has continued to captivate an international audience for more than 50 years. Her inimitable voice was heard in intimate clubs, in concerts, on radio and television, and continues to be heard on countless recordings. First Lady of Song is a celebration of her life and work. Here are revived memories of duets with Frank Sinatra, harmonizing with Dinah Shore, and solo triumphs at Carnegie Hall. Critic Reviews: "[A] labor of love and respect [which] illuminates Fitzgeralds elusive personality. Required reading for jazz fans." ( Booklist) "In this labor of love, Fidelman chronicles the singers scores of best-selling recordings and countless awards and, in later years, her being presented to heads of state and working as spokesperson in commercials for Memorex." ( Library Journal) https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Tom-Waits-Swordfishtrombones-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008RZBD92 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tom Waits' 'Swordfishtrombones' (33 1/3 Series) Author: David Smay Narrator: Carol Monda Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 08-03-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Two entwined narratives run through the creation of Swordfishtrombones and form the backbone of this book. As the 1970s ended, Waits felt increasingly constrained and trapped by his persona and career. Bitter and desperately unhappy, he moved to New York in 1979 to change his life. It wasn't working. But at his low point, he got the phone call that changed everything: Francis Ford Coppola tapped Tom to write the score for One From the Heart. Waits moved back to Los Angeles to work at Zoetrope's Hollywood studio for the next 18 months. He cleaned up, disciplined himself as a songwriter and musician, collaborated closely with Coppola, and met a script analyst named Kathleen Brennan - his "only true love". They married within two months at the Always and Forever Yours Wedding Chapel at 2 a.m. Swordfishtrombones was the first thing Waits recorded after his marriage, and it was at Kathleen's urging that he made a record that conceded exactly nothing to his record label, or the critics, or his fans. There aren't many love stories where the happy ending sounds like a paint can tumbling in an empty cement mixer. Kathleen Brennan was sorely disappointed by Tom's record collection. She forced him out of his comfortable jazzbo pocket to take in foreign film scores, German theatre, and Asian percussion. These two stories - of a man creating that elusive American second act, and also finding the perfect collaborator in his wife - give this book a natural forward drive. Editorial Reviews: "Dont expect me to tell you the truth about Tom Waits," writes David Smay in Tom Waits' 'Swordfishtrombones'. "I know you want the truth, but Tom has no use for it." Given a cocky, sly reading by Carol Monda, this entry of the 33 1/3 series in some ways tries to replicate the freewheeling, boozy, romantic feel of Waits 1983 fusion of piano balladry and experimental jazz music. While he relays some biographical information about Waits reluctantly, Smay doesnt so much explain the album as he free associates with it. With a husky voice, Monda offers a performance thats both congruent with Smays prose and the music that inspired it. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Smay) Fri, 03 Aug 2012 16:25:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Tom-Waits-Swordfishtrombones-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008RZBD92 thebookvoice.com 03:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tom Waits' 'Swordfishtrombones' (33 1/3 Series) Author: David Smay Narrator: Carol Monda Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 08-03-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Two entwined narratives run through the creation of Swordfishtrombones and form the backbone of this book. As the 1970s ended, Waits felt increasingly constrained and trapped by his persona and career. Bitter and desperately unhappy, he moved to New York in 1979 to change his life. It wasn't working. But at his low point, he got the phone call that changed everything: Francis Ford Coppola tapped Tom to write the score for One From the Heart. Waits moved back to Los Angeles to work at Zoetrope's Hollywood studio for the next 18 months. He cleaned up, disciplined himself as a songwriter and musician, collaborated closely with Coppola, and met a script analyst named Kathleen Brennan - his "only true love". They married within two months at the Always and Forever Yours Wedding Chapel at 2 a.m. Swordfishtrombones was the first thing Waits recorded after his marriage, and it was at Kathleen's urging that he made a record that conceded exactly nothing to his record label, or the critics, or his fans. There aren't many love stories where the happy ending sounds like a paint can tumbling in an empty cement mixer. Kathleen Brennan was sorely disappointed by Tom's record collection. She forced him out of his comfortable jazzbo pocket to take in foreign film scores, German theatre, and Asian percussion. These two stories - of a man creating that elusive American second act, and also finding the perfect collaborator in his wife - give this book a natural forward drive. Editorial Reviews: "Dont expect me to tell you the truth about Tom Waits," writes David Smay in Tom Waits' 'Swordfishtrombones'. "I know you want the truth, but Tom has no use for it." Given a cocky, sly reading by Carol Monda, this entry of the 33 1/3 series in some ways tries to replicate the freewheeling, boozy, romantic feel of Waits 1983 fusion of piano balladry and experimental jazz music. While he relays some biographical information about Waits reluctantly, Smay doesnt so much explain the album as he free associates with it. With a husky voice, Monda offers a performance thats both congruent with Smays prose and the music that inspired it. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tom Waits' 'Swordfishtrombones' (33 1/3 Series) Author: David Smay Narrator: Carol Monda Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 08-03-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Two entwined narratives run through the creation of Swordfishtrombones and form the backbone of this book. As the 1970s ended, Waits felt increasingly constrained and trapped by his persona and career. Bitter and desperately unhappy, he moved to New York in 1979 to change his life. It wasn't working. But at his low point, he got the phone call that changed everything: Francis Ford Coppola tapped Tom to write the score for One From the Heart. Waits moved back to Los Angeles to work at Zoetrope's Hollywood studio for the next 18 months. He cleaned up, disciplined himself as a songwriter and musician, collaborated closely with Coppola, and met a script analyst named Kathleen Brennan - his "only true love". They married within two months at the Always and Forever Yours Wedding Chapel at 2 a.m. Swordfishtrombones was the first thing Waits recorded after his marriage, and it was at Kathleen's urging that he made a record that conceded exactly nothing to his record label, or the critics, or his fans. There aren't many love stories where the happy ending sounds like a paint can tumbling in an empty cement mixer. Kathleen Brennan was sorely disappointed by Tom's record collection. She forced him out of his comfortable jazzbo pocket to take in foreign film scores, German theatre, and Asian percussion. These two stories - of a man creating that elusive American second act, and also finding the perfect collaborator in his wife - give this book a natural forward drive. Editorial Reviews: "Dont expect me to tell you the truth about Tom Waits," writes David Smay in Tom Waits' 'Swordfishtrombones'. "I know you want the truth, but Tom has no use for it." Given a cocky, sly reading by Carol Monda, this entry of the 33 1/3 series in some ways tries to replicate the freewheeling, boozy, romantic feel of Waits 1983 fusion of piano balladry and experimental jazz music. While he relays some biographical information about Waits reluctantly, Smay doesnt so much explain the album as he free associates with it. With a husky voice, Monda offers a performance thats both congruent with Smays prose and the music that inspired it. Members Reviews: It's an entertaining listen. I have to say the author moves off of the album into uncharted territory which for me makes an enjoyable ride. You'll no doubt get something of Waits here that you didn't know before, I did but then again I'm not big on interviews and such. The personal history tied to his songs is picked out, but it's also very much the authors coloring. It's worth a listen, I recommend it. Lovingly Written and Beautifully Read I kept pausing it to listen to the songs in question. I wish the author would write similar books for other Waits albums. nerdy and incredibly interesting What did you love best about Tom Waits' 'Swordfishtrombones' (33 1/3 Series)? I think you have to be just as sycopatisk and nerdy with strange words and puns as I am. To really grasp this book "deep diving for meaning in an ocean att is Tom Waits. In the book we get a story about Tom it's lies and latin ... or is it? All in all, it is just as crazy and Definitely intelligent as I feel Tom Waits is .... it's so mad ..... I love it! enjoy https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Discover-Music-of-the-Baroque-Era-Audiobook/B005FYKA56 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Discover: Music of the Baroque Era Author: Clive Unger-Hamilton Narrator: Sebastian Comberti Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 08-10-11 Publisher: Naxos Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Grandiose and glamorous, Baroque music stands alone, written to glorify the finest courts of Europe, in Italy, France, Germany, England, Austria, and even far-flung Spain. Its greatest composers, such as Vivaldi, Handel and Bach, head a fascinating cast of musical magicians, including Albinoni, Pachelbel, and Scarlatti. Their lives are as intriguing as their music: we find virtuoso performers who earned their bread and butter in the cathedrals of Europe while keeping company with kings and queens, and setting opera houses ablaze across the continent with their fabulous new music. Discover Music of the Baroque Era is rich in musical detail of the time, set against some of the greatest events in history. This engaging introduction, interspersed liberally with music, shows how the works of these composers graced the courts and churches of Europe from 1600 to 1750. It is a fascinating story. Editorial Reviews: Unger-Hamilton's survey of Baroque music includes 41 musical selections from such well-known composers as Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi. To an American ear, Sebastian Comberti's British accent and somewhat Waspish voice sound ultra-precise, but his expressiveness and seemingly genuine interest in the material keep him likable and engaging. His French, Italian, and German accents are excellent. His pacing is lively, perhaps a shade quick at times, given the amount of detail covered. The program's audio format makes the musical examples immediately available; the performances are uniformly good. This program is instruction at its best - informative and enjoyable. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Clive Unger-Hamilton) Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:14:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Discover-Music-of-the-Baroque-Era-Audiobook/B005FYKA56 thebookvoice.com 04:35:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Discover: Music of the Baroque Era Author: Clive Unger-Hamilton Narrator: Sebastian Comberti Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 08-10-11 Publisher: Naxos Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Grandiose and glamorous, Baroque music stands alone, written to glorify the finest courts of Europe, in Italy, France, Germany, England, Austria, and even far-flung Spain. Its greatest composers, such as Vivaldi, Handel and Bach, head a fascinating cast of musical magicians, including Albinoni, Pachelbel, and Scarlatti. Their lives are as intriguing as their music: we find virtuoso performers who earned their bread and butter in the cathedrals of Europe while keeping company with kings and queens, and setting opera houses ablaze across the continent with their fabulous new music. Discover Music of the Baroque Era is rich in musical detail of the time, set against some of the greatest events in history. This engaging introduction, interspersed liberally with music, shows how the works of these composers graced the courts and churches of Europe from 1600 to 1750. It is a fascinating story. Editorial Reviews: Unger-Hamilton's survey of Baroque music includes 41 musical selections from such well-known composers as Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi. To an American ear, Sebastian Comberti's British accent and somewhat Waspish voice sound ultra-precise, but his expressiveness and seemingly genuine interest in the material keep him likable and engaging. His French, Italian, and German accents are excellent. His pacing is lively, perhaps a shade quick at times, given the amount of detail covered. The program's audio format makes the musical examples immediately available; the performances are uniformly good. This program is instruction at its best - informative and enjoyable. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Discover: Music of the Baroque Era Author: Clive Unger-Hamilton Narrator: Sebastian Comberti Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 08-10-11 Publisher: Naxos Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Grandiose and glamorous, Baroque music stands alone, written to glorify the finest courts of Europe, in Italy, France, Germany, England, Austria, and even far-flung Spain. Its greatest composers, such as Vivaldi, Handel and Bach, head a fascinating cast of musical magicians, including Albinoni, Pachelbel, and Scarlatti. Their lives are as intriguing as their music: we find virtuoso performers who earned their bread and butter in the cathedrals of Europe while keeping company with kings and queens, and setting opera houses ablaze across the continent with their fabulous new music. Discover Music of the Baroque Era is rich in musical detail of the time, set against some of the greatest events in history. This engaging introduction, interspersed liberally with music, shows how the works of these composers graced the courts and churches of Europe from 1600 to 1750. It is a fascinating story. Editorial Reviews: Unger-Hamilton's survey of Baroque music includes 41 musical selections from such well-known composers as Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi. To an American ear, Sebastian Comberti's British accent and somewhat Waspish voice sound ultra-precise, but his expressiveness and seemingly genuine interest in the material keep him likable and engaging. His French, Italian, and German accents are excellent. His pacing is lively, perhaps a shade quick at times, given the amount of detail covered. The program's audio format makes the musical examples immediately available; the performances are uniformly good. This program is instruction at its best - informative and enjoyable. Members Reviews: Very nice... except for some music illustrations This is a very short, but still useful, history of Baroque music. The only puzzle is the strange choice of musical examples (less than stellar examples of a composer's work), and their unnecessarily length (5-10 minutes, including many repeats, when 1-2 minutes would be more helpful). Skims the period like a dragonfly across water. The snippets and examples of music are great recordings, but the text, they are held in skims the surface so quickly that you really can't absorb the context. Had a vague inkling of what the Baroque Music movement was about before hand. Thought I would get a better understanding of it's history and be able to put the composers more into context of the period. Did not really learn anything. Discovered there was a downloadable PDF file listing the musical selections and who composed them after I had finished. Might have to give it a second listen following that outline. Good introduction This was a good introduction to the era, but I would have loved more depth. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Neil-Youngs-Harvest-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V9Z7CE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Neil Young's Harvest (33 1/3 Series) Author: Sam Inglis Narrator: Jay Snyder Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Neil Young's Harvest is one of those strange albums that has achieved lasting success without ever winning the full approval of rock critics or hardcore fans. Even Young himself has been equivocal, describing it in one breath and his "finest" album, dismissing in the next as an NOR aberration. Here, Sam Inglis explores the circumstances of the album's creation and asks who got it right: The critics, or the millions who have bought Harvest in the 30 years since its release? 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: Narrator Jay Snyder provides an authoritative performance of this examination of Neil Young's album Harvest, whose equivocal reception from critics belied its popularity. Young, who was still dealing with his insecurity about his voice and his desire to mix musical genres together, produced an album that was a commercial success but alienated hardcore fans. Harvest was dismissed as country & western music for people who dislike country & western, and even more damningly, Neil Young for people who don't like Neil Young. Snyder's straightforward and thoughtful narration maintains writer Sam Inglis' evenhanded tone as he explores Harvest's creation and legacy, as well as its role in Young's ouvre. Critic Reviews: "A study that's as much about Neil Young's 1972 LP as it is about the notion of whether records embraced by casual listeners are necessarily "classic" or representative of their makers. Journeying through Young's past and outlining Nashville's country traditions, Sam Inglis outlines the album's genesis and formation while considering whether "Harvest" is as mainstream as it appears. The overarching themes of finesse, product and art are pertinent to a society fixated on TV shows such as "American Idol." (The Chicago Tribune) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sam Inglis) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:32:21 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Neil-Youngs-Harvest-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V9Z7CE thebookvoice.com 03:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Neil Young's Harvest (33 1/3 Series) Author: Sam Inglis Narrator: Jay Snyder Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Neil Young's Harvest is one of those strange albums that has achieved lasting success without ever winning the full approval of rock critics or hardcore fans. Even Young himself has been equivocal, describing it in one breath and his "finest" album, dismissing in the next as an NOR aberration. Here, Sam Inglis explores the circumstances of the album's creation and asks who got it right: The critics, or the millions who have bought Harvest in the 30 years since its release? 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: Narrator Jay Snyder provides an authoritative performance of this examination of Neil Young's album Harvest, whose equivocal reception from critics belied its popularity. Young, who was still dealing with his insecurity about his voice and his desire to mix musical genres together, produced an album that was a commercial success but alienated hardcore fans. Harvest was dismissed as country & western music for people who dislike country & western, and even more damningly, Neil Young for people who don't like Neil Young. Snyder's straightforward and thoughtful narration maintains writer Sam Inglis' evenhanded tone as he explores Harvest's creation and legacy, as well as its role in Young's ouvre. Critic Reviews: "A study that's as much about Neil Young's 1972 LP as it is about the notion of whether records embraced by casual listeners are necessarily "classic" or representative of their makers. Journeying through Young's past and outlining Nashville's country traditions, Sam Inglis outlines the album's genesis and formation while considering whether "Harvest" is as mainstream as it appears. The overarching themes of finesse, product and art are pertinent to a society fixated on TV shows such as "American Idol." (The Chicago Tribune) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Neil Young's Harvest (33 1/3 Series) Author: Sam Inglis Narrator: Jay Snyder Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Neil Young's Harvest is one of those strange albums that has achieved lasting success without ever winning the full approval of rock critics or hardcore fans. Even Young himself has been equivocal, describing it in one breath and his "finest" album, dismissing in the next as an NOR aberration. Here, Sam Inglis explores the circumstances of the album's creation and asks who got it right: The critics, or the millions who have bought Harvest in the 30 years since its release? 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. Editorial Reviews: Narrator Jay Snyder provides an authoritative performance of this examination of Neil Young's album Harvest, whose equivocal reception from critics belied its popularity. Young, who was still dealing with his insecurity about his voice and his desire to mix musical genres together, produced an album that was a commercial success but alienated hardcore fans. Harvest was dismissed as country & western music for people who dislike country & western, and even more damningly, Neil Young for people who don't like Neil Young. Snyder's straightforward and thoughtful narration maintains writer Sam Inglis' evenhanded tone as he explores Harvest's creation and legacy, as well as its role in Young's ouvre. Critic Reviews: "A study that's as much about Neil Young's 1972 LP as it is about the notion of whether records embraced by casual listeners are necessarily "classic" or representative of their makers. Journeying through Young's past and outlining Nashville's country traditions, Sam Inglis outlines the album's genesis and formation while considering whether "Harvest" is as mainstream as it appears. The overarching themes of finesse, product and art are pertinent to a society fixated on TV shows such as "American Idol." (The Chicago Tribune) Members Reviews: Just a long record review. Before I bought this book, I thought it would contain interesting facts and anecdotes about the recording of Neil Young's Harvest. Instead, this is basically a long-form review of Harvest, like you would read in the Rolling Stone album reviews section. It's like listening to an opinionated, but uninformed, friend talk about what he likes or dislikes about Harvest. The author talks about what he thinks is good or bad about the songs, where Harvest belongs in the Neil Young catalogue, and how the album arose from and fit into the time of its creation. What is missing is more detail about how the album was recorded, any interesting stories about the people involved in making the album, or any real facts about the album. The bottom line is that you won't learn anything new about Harvest by listening to this audiobook. A minor problem is that they never play any songs or clips from songs. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Fifty-Sides-of-the-Beach-Boys-Audiobook/B00AWV837Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fifty Sides of the Beach Boys Subtitle: The Songs That Tell Their Story Author: Mark Dillon Narrator: Mark Dillon Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 01-08-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Reflecting on the Beach Boys' long, fascinating history, this book tells the story behind 50 of the bands greatest songs from the perspective of group members, collaborators, fellow musicians, and notable fans. It is filled with new interviews with music legends such as Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Alan Jardine, Bruce Johnston, David Marks, Blondie Chaplin, Randy Bachman, Roger McGuinn, John Sebastian, Lyle Lovett, Alice Cooper, and Al Kooper, and commentary from a younger generation such as Matthew Sweet, Carnie Wilson, Daniel Lanois, Cameron Crowe, and Zooey Deschanel. Even hardcore fans will be delighted by the breadth of this musical-history volume. Plans for celebrating the golden anniversary of "Americas band" included the long-awaited release of 1967s Smile - the most famous aborted album in rock history - and concerts reuniting the groups three main surviving members. The band's music is as influential now as it was 50 years ago, and this retelling of how the iconic rock group found itself in the annals of pop culture couldn't come at a better time. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Dillon) Tue, 08 Jan 2013 09:29:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Fifty-Sides-of-the-Beach-Boys-Audiobook/B00AWV837Y thebookvoice.com 10:36:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fifty Sides of the Beach Boys Subtitle: The Songs That Tell Their Story Author: Mark Dillon Narrator: Mark Dillon Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 01-08-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Reflecting on the Beach Boys' long, fascinating history, this book tells the story behind 50 of the bands greatest songs from the perspective of group members, collaborators, fellow musicians, and notable fans. It is filled with new interviews with music legends such as Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Alan Jardine, Bruce Johnston, David Marks, Blondie Chaplin, Randy Bachman, Roger McGuinn, John Sebastian, Lyle Lovett, Alice Cooper, and Al Kooper, and commentary from a younger generation such as Matthew Sweet, Carnie Wilson, Daniel Lanois, Cameron Crowe, and Zooey Deschanel. Even hardcore fans will be delighted by the breadth of this musical-history volume. Plans for celebrating the golden anniversary of "Americas band" included the long-awaited release of 1967s Smile - the most famous aborted album in rock history - and concerts reuniting the groups three main surviving members. The band's music is as influential now as it was 50 years ago, and this retelling of how the iconic rock group found itself in the annals of pop culture couldn't come at a better time. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fifty Sides of the Beach Boys Subtitle: The Songs That Tell Their Story Author: Mark Dillon Narrator: Mark Dillon Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 01-08-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Reflecting on the Beach Boys' long, fascinating history, this book tells the story behind 50 of the bands greatest songs from the perspective of group members, collaborators, fellow musicians, and notable fans. It is filled with new interviews with music legends such as Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Alan Jardine, Bruce Johnston, David Marks, Blondie Chaplin, Randy Bachman, Roger McGuinn, John Sebastian, Lyle Lovett, Alice Cooper, and Al Kooper, and commentary from a younger generation such as Matthew Sweet, Carnie Wilson, Daniel Lanois, Cameron Crowe, and Zooey Deschanel. Even hardcore fans will be delighted by the breadth of this musical-history volume. Plans for celebrating the golden anniversary of "Americas band" included the long-awaited release of 1967s Smile - the most famous aborted album in rock history - and concerts reuniting the groups three main surviving members. The band's music is as influential now as it was 50 years ago, and this retelling of how the iconic rock group found itself in the annals of pop culture couldn't come at a better time. Members Reviews: Not Recommended Ironically, it was one of the interviews that Mr. Dillon confesses he could not acquire that says it all, to paraphrase, "we're getting away from Beach Boys Q&As." I'll give credit to Dillon for telling us not only who he did interview, but more importantly who declined. That's honest and Dillon is obviously a huge fan, but fandom is not nearly enough to save the book. The idea seemed a good one, tell us some insider details about some of their songs, but once again, Dillon was honest and told us which songs did not make the cut and frustratedly, most of my favorite songs could not be in the book. I got very annoyed with his recollections of other books and of other interviews, not very original and quite boring. Dillon has a good voice for narration, smooth and even, but it felt rushed and never nuanced or enthusiastic. I really wanted this book to work, but it simply does not. When the principal member dies in a band, it's very sad and tragic and the great ones know when to bury the band with the member. Kurt Cobain and Freddy Mercury of Nirvana and Queen respectively immediately come to mind. When they died, the surviving members allowed Nirvana and Queen to cease to exist. The Beach Boys survived the death of Dennis in 1983, but for me the band ceased to exist in 1998 with Carl's tragic end by cancer. Brian Wilson is still around, but he moved on personally and professionally, the rest of the cut and paste meaningless pseudo-BB bands should do the same. Only for the true fan Love the Beach Boys and like the author spent many years listening to snippets of Smile. I liked this book and as I was listening, stopped to hear the tracks as I went along. There are some very good stories here and a lot of things I didn't know about. However it's really only for the fan and you'll be disappointed if you purchase this expecting anything other than the stories behind 50 songs. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/BeatlesTalk-Audiobook/B019PAX5SE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: BeatlesTalk Subtitle: The Beatles in Their Own Words Author: SpeechWorks - compilation Narrator: The Beatles Format: Original Recording Length: 4 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 12-24-15 Publisher: SoundWorks Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: BeatlesTalk traces the historic odyssey of the Fab Four, beginning in England, 1963, with the conquest of their own country, leading to a successful invasion of America. Topics include their haircuts and how they named the group, comments on their pending trips to America, President Johnson, songwriting, and their reaction to fame and money. This incredible story is told through appearances, press conferences, and interviews exclusively in the words of the Beatles. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (SpeechWorks - compilation) Thu, 24 Dec 2015 03:59:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/BeatlesTalk-Audiobook/B019PAX5SE thebookvoice.com 04:48:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: BeatlesTalk Subtitle: The Beatles in Their Own Words Author: SpeechWorks - compilation Narrator: The Beatles Format: Original Recording Length: 4 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 12-24-15 Publisher: SoundWorks Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: BeatlesTalk traces the historic odyssey of the Fab Four, beginning in England, 1963, with the conquest of their own country, leading to a successful invasion of America. Topics include their haircuts and how they named the group, comments on their pending trips to America, President Johnson, songwriting, and their reaction to fame and money. This incredible story is told through appearances, press conferences, and interviews exclusively in the words of the Beatles. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: BeatlesTalk Subtitle: The Beatles in Their Own Words Author: SpeechWorks - compilation Narrator: The Beatles Format: Original Recording Length: 4 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 12-24-15 Publisher: SoundWorks Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: BeatlesTalk traces the historic odyssey of the Fab Four, beginning in England, 1963, with the conquest of their own country, leading to a successful invasion of America. Topics include their haircuts and how they named the group, comments on their pending trips to America, President Johnson, songwriting, and their reaction to fame and money. This incredible story is told through appearances, press conferences, and interviews exclusively in the words of the Beatles. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Joseph-Haydn-His-Life-and-Works-Audiobook/B00AR1WYEW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Joseph Haydn: His Life and Works Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Jeremy Siepmann, David Timson, Nigel Anthony, Sam Dastor, Steve Hodson, Roger May, Frances Jeater Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: No great composers story is more predominantly happy than Haydns, though even his has its share of clouds. A classic rags-to-riches tale, it sees him move from humble beginnings through decades as a liveried servant to his emergence as the most popular and successful composer of his time. One of the healthiest and least neurotic artists in musical history, he did more than any other single figure to pioneer the symphony, the piano sonata and the string quartet - and he was the first truly great practitioner of each. Brilliant, strikingly original and blessed not only with genius but an infectious sense of humor, he was also profound and modest, and his music, copiously illustrated here, has brought happiness and illumination to millions. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jeremy Siepmann) Fri, 21 Dec 2012 13:16:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Joseph-Haydn-His-Life-and-Works-Audiobook/B00AR1WYEW thebookvoice.com 04:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Joseph Haydn: His Life and Works Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Jeremy Siepmann, David Timson, Nigel Anthony, Sam Dastor, Steve Hodson, Roger May, Frances Jeater Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: No great composers story is more predominantly happy than Haydns, though even his has its share of clouds. A classic rags-to-riches tale, it sees him move from humble beginnings through decades as a liveried servant to his emergence as the most popular and successful composer of his time. One of the healthiest and least neurotic artists in musical history, he did more than any other single figure to pioneer the symphony, the piano sonata and the string quartet - and he was the first truly great practitioner of each. Brilliant, strikingly original and blessed not only with genius but an infectious sense of humor, he was also profound and modest, and his music, copiously illustrated here, has brought happiness and illumination to millions. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Joseph Haydn: His Life and Works Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Jeremy Siepmann, David Timson, Nigel Anthony, Sam Dastor, Steve Hodson, Roger May, Frances Jeater Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: No great composers story is more predominantly happy than Haydns, though even his has its share of clouds. A classic rags-to-riches tale, it sees him move from humble beginnings through decades as a liveried servant to his emergence as the most popular and successful composer of his time. One of the healthiest and least neurotic artists in musical history, he did more than any other single figure to pioneer the symphony, the piano sonata and the string quartet - and he was the first truly great practitioner of each. Brilliant, strikingly original and blessed not only with genius but an infectious sense of humor, he was also profound and modest, and his music, copiously illustrated here, has brought happiness and illumination to millions. Members Reviews: Entertaining biography of a great composer This was the fourth of Siepmann's biogs I have heard, and it gripped me completely. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Ramones-Ramones-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V5D9XM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Ramones' Ramones (33 1/3 Series) Author: Nicholas Rombes Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Nicholas Rombes examines punk history, with the recording of Ramones at its core, in this inspiring and thoroughly researched justification of his obsession with the album. Editorial Reviews: From the author of A Cultural Dictionary of Punk comes an essential installment in the 33 1/3 series, Nicholas Rombes' The Ramones' Ramones, celebrating the seminal album in the Ramones' discography. Jonathan Davis' charismatic performance hooks listeners immediately into this exploration of the author's devotion to this simple, accessible album, as he explores the context of its creation and lauds it's genius and its influence. Fans will be as riveted by this audiobook as they are by the album. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Nicholas Rombes) Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:15:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Ramones-Ramones-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V5D9XM thebookvoice.com 02:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Ramones' Ramones (33 1/3 Series) Author: Nicholas Rombes Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Nicholas Rombes examines punk history, with the recording of Ramones at its core, in this inspiring and thoroughly researched justification of his obsession with the album. Editorial Reviews: From the author of A Cultural Dictionary of Punk comes an essential installment in the 33 1/3 series, Nicholas Rombes' The Ramones' Ramones, celebrating the seminal album in the Ramones' discography. Jonathan Davis' charismatic performance hooks listeners immediately into this exploration of the author's devotion to this simple, accessible album, as he explores the context of its creation and lauds it's genius and its influence. Fans will be as riveted by this audiobook as they are by the album. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Ramones' Ramones (33 1/3 Series) Author: Nicholas Rombes Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Nicholas Rombes examines punk history, with the recording of Ramones at its core, in this inspiring and thoroughly researched justification of his obsession with the album. Editorial Reviews: From the author of A Cultural Dictionary of Punk comes an essential installment in the 33 1/3 series, Nicholas Rombes' The Ramones' Ramones, celebrating the seminal album in the Ramones' discography. Jonathan Davis' charismatic performance hooks listeners immediately into this exploration of the author's devotion to this simple, accessible album, as he explores the context of its creation and lauds it's genius and its influence. Fans will be as riveted by this audiobook as they are by the album. Members Reviews: Not good at all. The first 20 minutes is just a definition of the word PUNK!!! Also every critic, author and the occasional fan is quoted as to the meaning of PUNK. This reminds me of a badly done college essay where a student has to write a certain amount of words, needlessly adding crap just to get the amount of words in. Just really poorly done and a waste of money. Dull! Would you try another book from Nicholas Rombes and/or Jonathan Davis? Nicholas Rombes? No! Joathan Davis? Maybe. What do you think your next listen will be? I don't know. Would you listen to another book narrated by Jonathan Davis? Maybe You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? The last quarter or so it gets into the making of the album and briefly touches on the early days of the Ramones. This part of the book is somewhat enjoyable, but overall not worth the reading the bulk of it. Any additional comments? The first three quarters of this book dont really tell anything about the Ramones first album, nor does it tell anything about the Ramones themselves that anyone whod even has a speck of interest in reading this wouldnt already know. The book mostly talks about 70s pop culture, making references to movies, television shows, and of course music, but all the references are way too mainstream to be interesting and fail to offer anything informative. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Tool-Audiobook/B002V1AFSI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tool Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 30 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Tool. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Alan Cross' audio guide to Tool attempts to cut through the band's mystery and mythology to provide a characteristically energetic introduction to the band's history in an engaging and witty style. From Tool's origins in Los Angeles in 1990 through their albums and current projects, Cross lets listeners in on the complex imagery, occult and mathematical symbolism, and humor that make Tool what they are. From their connection to comedian Bill Hicks and the Da Vinci Code Tool's heavy sound and political sensibility hold more than meets the eye in this quick guide. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Cross) Tue, 01 Sep 2009 03:44:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Tool-Audiobook/B002V1AFSI thebookvoice.com 00:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tool Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 30 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Tool. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Alan Cross' audio guide to Tool attempts to cut through the band's mystery and mythology to provide a characteristically energetic introduction to the band's history in an engaging and witty style. From Tool's origins in Los Angeles in 1990 through their albums and current projects, Cross lets listeners in on the complex imagery, occult and mathematical symbolism, and humor that make Tool what they are. From their connection to comedian Bill Hicks and the Da Vinci Code Tool's heavy sound and political sensibility hold more than meets the eye in this quick guide. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tool Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 30 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Tool. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Alan Cross' audio guide to Tool attempts to cut through the band's mystery and mythology to provide a characteristically energetic introduction to the band's history in an engaging and witty style. From Tool's origins in Los Angeles in 1990 through their albums and current projects, Cross lets listeners in on the complex imagery, occult and mathematical symbolism, and humor that make Tool what they are. From their connection to comedian Bill Hicks and the Da Vinci Code Tool's heavy sound and political sensibility hold more than meets the eye in this quick guide. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Elton-John-Audiobook/B00BCJW79U Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Elton John Subtitle: The Bitch Is Back Author: Mark Bego Narrator: Richard Aspel Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-13 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Here's the straight (and not-so-straight) scoop that every Elton John fan has been waiting for - from the addictions, toupees, affairs, and scandals to the triumphant later years. Elton John has sold over 200 million records and has more than 56 Top 40 singles. He has won five Grammy awards, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, and a Tony. Rolling Stone ranks him number 49 on their list of the 100 greatest artists of all time. Yet no book published in the US has so successfully captured the passion and complexity of Elton John's life, much less his music. His stylistic versatility, combined with his flamboyant stage shows and memorable costumes, make him an unlikely combination of John Lennon, Noel Coward, Barry Manilow, and Liberace. In a marketplace that regularly disposes of its pop icons, Elton John has been a musical force for decades, bringing his unique talents to venues as diverse as Broadway and Las Vegas. In The Bitch Is Back, Mark Bego brings this music legend to life. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Bego) Thu, 07 Feb 2013 05:34:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Elton-John-Audiobook/B00BCJW79U thebookvoice.com 16:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Elton John Subtitle: The Bitch Is Back Author: Mark Bego Narrator: Richard Aspel Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-13 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Here's the straight (and not-so-straight) scoop that every Elton John fan has been waiting for - from the addictions, toupees, affairs, and scandals to the triumphant later years. Elton John has sold over 200 million records and has more than 56 Top 40 singles. He has won five Grammy awards, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, and a Tony. Rolling Stone ranks him number 49 on their list of the 100 greatest artists of all time. Yet no book published in the US has so successfully captured the passion and complexity of Elton John's life, much less his music. His stylistic versatility, combined with his flamboyant stage shows and memorable costumes, make him an unlikely combination of John Lennon, Noel Coward, Barry Manilow, and Liberace. In a marketplace that regularly disposes of its pop icons, Elton John has been a musical force for decades, bringing his unique talents to venues as diverse as Broadway and Las Vegas. In The Bitch Is Back, Mark Bego brings this music legend to life. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Elton John Subtitle: The Bitch Is Back Author: Mark Bego Narrator: Richard Aspel Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-13 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Here's the straight (and not-so-straight) scoop that every Elton John fan has been waiting for - from the addictions, toupees, affairs, and scandals to the triumphant later years. Elton John has sold over 200 million records and has more than 56 Top 40 singles. He has won five Grammy awards, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, and a Tony. Rolling Stone ranks him number 49 on their list of the 100 greatest artists of all time. Yet no book published in the US has so successfully captured the passion and complexity of Elton John's life, much less his music. His stylistic versatility, combined with his flamboyant stage shows and memorable costumes, make him an unlikely combination of John Lennon, Noel Coward, Barry Manilow, and Liberace. In a marketplace that regularly disposes of its pop icons, Elton John has been a musical force for decades, bringing his unique talents to venues as diverse as Broadway and Las Vegas. In The Bitch Is Back, Mark Bego brings this music legend to life. Members Reviews: Dull, more of a listing of accomplishments What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? Stories instead of lists, he's had a facsinating life, too bad it wasnt written that way Has Elton John turned you off from other books in this genre? No How did the narrator detract from the book? Too plummy What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Disappointment Any additional comments? No Generic biog with no conviction in the reader Any additional comments? Sadly, this book is a rock n' roll by numbers biography. Even with startling inaccuracies and poor research, the real let down here is the awful narrator. No emotion, no sympathy, just a monotone Anglo-Aussie drawl who even manages to sound distant and detached whilst describing many of Elton's hissy fits. In short, poor effort all round. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Prophet-Singer-The-Voice-and-Vision-of-Woody-Guthrie-Audiobook/B00E9I9BSG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Prophet Singer: The Voice and Vision of Woody Guthrie Subtitle: American Made Music Author: Mark Allan Jackson Narrator: Gregg A. Rizzo Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-13 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Prophet Singer: The Voice and Vision of Woody Guthrie examines the cultural and political significance of lyrics by beloved songwriter and activist Woodrow Wilson "Woody" Guthrie. The audiobook traces how Guthrie documented the history of America's poor and disadvantaged through lyrics about topics as diverse as the Dust Bowl and the poll tax. Divided into chapters covering specific historical topics such as race relations and lynchings, famous outlaws, the Great Depression, and unions, the audiobook takes an in-depth look at how Guthrie manipulated his lyrics to explore pressing issues and to bring greater political and economic awareness to the common people. Incorporating the best of both historical and literary perspectives, Mark Allan Jackson references primary sources including interviews, recordings, drawings, and writings. He includes a variety of materials from the Smithsonian Institution, the Library of Congress, and the Woody Guthrie Archives. Many of these have never before been widely available. The result provides new insights into one of America's most intriguing icons. Prophet Singer offers an analysis of the creative impulse behind and ideals expressed in Guthrie's song lyrics. Details from the artist's personal life as well as his interactions with political and artistic movements from the first half of the twentieth century afford listeners the opportunity to understand how Guthrie's deepest beliefs influenced and found voice in the lyrics that are now known and loved by millions. Mark Allan Jackson is currently an assistant professor of English at DePauw University. His articles and reviews have been featured in Popular Music and Society and American Music. The book is published by University Press of Mississippi. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Allan Jackson) Thu, 01 Aug 2013 03:40:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Prophet-Singer-The-Voice-and-Vision-of-Woody-Guthrie-Audiobook/B00E9I9BSG thebookvoice.com 10:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Prophet Singer: The Voice and Vision of Woody Guthrie Subtitle: American Made Music Author: Mark Allan Jackson Narrator: Gregg A. Rizzo Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-13 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Prophet Singer: The Voice and Vision of Woody Guthrie examines the cultural and political significance of lyrics by beloved songwriter and activist Woodrow Wilson "Woody" Guthrie. The audiobook traces how Guthrie documented the history of America's poor and disadvantaged through lyrics about topics as diverse as the Dust Bowl and the poll tax. Divided into chapters covering specific historical topics such as race relations and lynchings, famous outlaws, the Great Depression, and unions, the audiobook takes an in-depth look at how Guthrie manipulated his lyrics to explore pressing issues and to bring greater political and economic awareness to the common people. Incorporating the best of both historical and literary perspectives, Mark Allan Jackson references primary sources including interviews, recordings, drawings, and writings. He includes a variety of materials from the Smithsonian Institution, the Library of Congress, and the Woody Guthrie Archives. Many of these have never before been widely available. The result provides new insights into one of America's most intriguing icons. Prophet Singer offers an analysis of the creative impulse behind and ideals expressed in Guthrie's song lyrics. Details from the artist's personal life as well as his interactions with political and artistic movements from the first half of the twentieth century afford listeners the opportunity to understand how Guthrie's deepest beliefs influenced and found voice in the lyrics that are now known and loved by millions. Mark Allan Jackson is currently an assistant professor of English at DePauw University. His articles and reviews have been featured in Popular Music and Society and American Music. The book is published by University Press of Mississippi. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Prophet Singer: The Voice and Vision of Woody Guthrie Subtitle: American Made Music Author: Mark Allan Jackson Narrator: Gregg A. Rizzo Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-13 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Prophet Singer: The Voice and Vision of Woody Guthrie examines the cultural and political significance of lyrics by beloved songwriter and activist Woodrow Wilson "Woody" Guthrie. The audiobook traces how Guthrie documented the history of America's poor and disadvantaged through lyrics about topics as diverse as the Dust Bowl and the poll tax. Divided into chapters covering specific historical topics such as race relations and lynchings, famous outlaws, the Great Depression, and unions, the audiobook takes an in-depth look at how Guthrie manipulated his lyrics to explore pressing issues and to bring greater political and economic awareness to the common people. Incorporating the best of both historical and literary perspectives, Mark Allan Jackson references primary sources including interviews, recordings, drawings, and writings. He includes a variety of materials from the Smithsonian Institution, the Library of Congress, and the Woody Guthrie Archives. Many of these have never before been widely available. The result provides new insights into one of America's most intriguing icons. Prophet Singer offers an analysis of the creative impulse behind and ideals expressed in Guthrie's song lyrics. Details from the artist's personal life as well as his interactions with political and artistic movements from the first half of the twentieth century afford listeners the opportunity to understand how Guthrie's deepest beliefs influenced and found voice in the lyrics that are now known and loved by millions. Mark Allan Jackson is currently an assistant professor of English at DePauw University. His articles and reviews have been featured in Popular Music and Society and American Music. The book is published by University Press of Mississippi. Members Reviews: Guthrie's American Journey thru Music This is an excellent book about Woody Guthrie's music. A solid 4-star book, but U am giving it five, cos I can't figure out why others have rated it so low. Jackson has not produced a bio of the hard-travelin' folk singer. Go to Guthrie's semi-autobiographical Bound for Glory (on Audible) for that. Rather Jackson gives a detailed history of several Guthrie tunes. You learn about the songwriter thru the experiences and cultural forces that shaped him. Songwriters will find a lot to love because the author breaks down the lyrical structure of several songs. The best part of the book is the history of early 20th century. You learn about hobo camps, dust bowl Oakies, racial prejudice, gangsters and the Great Depression. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Replacements-Let-It-Be-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V0KBZQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Replacements' Let It Be (33 1/3 Series) Author: Colin Meloy Narrator: Jeremy Beck Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: One of the greatest moments of college rock in the 1980s, Let It Be had a huge impact on the fans who fell under its spell. For Colin Meloy, growing up in Montana - a state that's strangely missing from the tour itineraries of almost every band - the album was a lifeline and an inspiration. In this disarming memoir, Meloy lovingly recreates those feverish first years when rock music grips you and never lets go. Rock on: listen to more of the series. ©2009 Colin Meloy; (P)2009 Audible, Inc. Editorial Reviews: Who doesn't remember where they were when they first heard The Replacement's seminal album, Let it Be? Colin Meloy's contribution to the 33 1/3 music series, The Replacements, Let it Be is the work of a true fan and protégé of this record. Jeremy Beck performs this genre-defying rock history memoir with sensitivity and drama. The power of this record as a life-changing and lifesaving piece of art in Meloy's life echoes its power across college radio in the 1980s. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Colin Meloy) Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:10:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Replacements-Let-It-Be-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V0KBZQ thebookvoice.com 02:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Replacements' Let It Be (33 1/3 Series) Author: Colin Meloy Narrator: Jeremy Beck Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: One of the greatest moments of college rock in the 1980s, Let It Be had a huge impact on the fans who fell under its spell. For Colin Meloy, growing up in Montana - a state that's strangely missing from the tour itineraries of almost every band - the album was a lifeline and an inspiration. In this disarming memoir, Meloy lovingly recreates those feverish first years when rock music grips you and never lets go. Rock on: listen to more of the series. ©2009 Colin Meloy; (P)2009 Audible, Inc. Editorial Reviews: Who doesn't remember where they were when they first heard The Replacement's seminal album, Let it Be? Colin Meloy's contribution to the 33 1/3 music series, The Replacements, Let it Be is the work of a true fan and protégé of this record. Jeremy Beck performs this genre-defying rock history memoir with sensitivity and drama. The power of this record as a life-changing and lifesaving piece of art in Meloy's life echoes its power across college radio in the 1980s. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Replacements' Let It Be (33 1/3 Series) Author: Colin Meloy Narrator: Jeremy Beck Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: One of the greatest moments of college rock in the 1980s, Let It Be had a huge impact on the fans who fell under its spell. For Colin Meloy, growing up in Montana - a state that's strangely missing from the tour itineraries of almost every band - the album was a lifeline and an inspiration. In this disarming memoir, Meloy lovingly recreates those feverish first years when rock music grips you and never lets go. Rock on: listen to more of the series. ©2009 Colin Meloy; (P)2009 Audible, Inc. Editorial Reviews: Who doesn't remember where they were when they first heard The Replacement's seminal album, Let it Be? Colin Meloy's contribution to the 33 1/3 music series, The Replacements, Let it Be is the work of a true fan and protégé of this record. Jeremy Beck performs this genre-defying rock history memoir with sensitivity and drama. The power of this record as a life-changing and lifesaving piece of art in Meloy's life echoes its power across college radio in the 1980s. Members Reviews: More Research and Less Pontification What disappointed you about The Replacements' Let It Be (33 1/3 Series)? Tell me how you turned this raw but artful album into an episode of the Wonder Years. Meloy keeps going through his thoughts about the Replacements during this changing time in sound. Meanwhile, we are lead down a road in painful detail about where he was when he heard the songs.There is nothing wrong with detail. There's nothing wrong with the prose, but we want to hear about the band. Not about you.Tell me something -- anything -- about Westerberg, Stinson, Stinson and Mars that was not cribbed out of corporate magazines. Something, anything new. Here's a thought -- pick up the phone and interview some of them.Why did they choose an over-the-top album title? What inspired "Androgynous"? I want to know what type of beer made the bandmates' sneakers stick to the studio floor. I want to know why they chose "Black Diamond" by Kiss as the album's cover song. I want to understand what the lyrics of Satisfied are about.Look, this was a chance to delve into the art and the artists. Instead, it came off as a pretentiously written 8th grade essay about what someone did over their summer vacation. Colin Meloy spins a great yarn! as a Decemberists fan this is a great read as it's somewhere in the vicinitt of 75% Meloy autobiography, and 25% about the album he is a damn good writer, wish he'd read it himself though https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Joni-Mitchells-Court-and-Spark-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008L47QSQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Joni Mitchell's 'Court and Spark' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Sean Nelson Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Court and Spark is Joni Mitchell's most overt attempt at making a hit record, full of glossy production, catchy choruses, and even guest stars from every stratum of rock culture, high (Robbie Robertson) and low (Cheech and Chong). The record was a smash, reaching number two on the charts in March of 1974; spawning three hit singles ("Help Me", "Free Man in Paris", and "Raised on Robbery"); and cementing Mitchell's position as a commercial as well as an artistic force. Sean Nelson, a well known musician himself (Harvey Danger, the Long Winters), is particularly well equipped to understand all the elements that went into the making of this classic album, and he does so with clarity and wit. Editorial Reviews: Written as if it were an in-depth set of liner notes for Joni Mitchell's "Court and Spark," Sean Nelson creates a comprehensive, intimate illustration not only of this album but of its place in Mitchell's cannon of work. His obvious passion and respect for her music is conveyed through his eloquent writing. If it is music criticism, it is a loving criticism, or perhaps we should call it a tribute to Mitchell's musical genius. Listeners will be entranced by the way Nelson calls attention to details of the music's lyrics and composition, instilling in listeners a more nuanced way of hearing Joni Mitchell sing. Narrator Jonathan Davis brings a warm friendliness to this wonderful edition of the 33 1/3 series. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sean Nelson) Thu, 26 Jul 2012 19:21:40 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Joni-Mitchells-Court-and-Spark-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008L47QSQ thebookvoice.com 03:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Joni Mitchell's 'Court and Spark' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Sean Nelson Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Court and Spark is Joni Mitchell's most overt attempt at making a hit record, full of glossy production, catchy choruses, and even guest stars from every stratum of rock culture, high (Robbie Robertson) and low (Cheech and Chong). The record was a smash, reaching number two on the charts in March of 1974; spawning three hit singles ("Help Me", "Free Man in Paris", and "Raised on Robbery"); and cementing Mitchell's position as a commercial as well as an artistic force. Sean Nelson, a well known musician himself (Harvey Danger, the Long Winters), is particularly well equipped to understand all the elements that went into the making of this classic album, and he does so with clarity and wit. Editorial Reviews: Written as if it were an in-depth set of liner notes for Joni Mitchell's "Court and Spark," Sean Nelson creates a comprehensive, intimate illustration not only of this album but of its place in Mitchell's cannon of work. His obvious passion and respect for her music is conveyed through his eloquent writing. If it is music criticism, it is a loving criticism, or perhaps we should call it a tribute to Mitchell's musical genius. Listeners will be entranced by the way Nelson calls attention to details of the music's lyrics and composition, instilling in listeners a more nuanced way of hearing Joni Mitchell sing. Narrator Jonathan Davis brings a warm friendliness to this wonderful edition of the 33 1/3 series. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Joni Mitchell's 'Court and Spark' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Sean Nelson Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Court and Spark is Joni Mitchell's most overt attempt at making a hit record, full of glossy production, catchy choruses, and even guest stars from every stratum of rock culture, high (Robbie Robertson) and low (Cheech and Chong). The record was a smash, reaching number two on the charts in March of 1974; spawning three hit singles ("Help Me", "Free Man in Paris", and "Raised on Robbery"); and cementing Mitchell's position as a commercial as well as an artistic force. Sean Nelson, a well known musician himself (Harvey Danger, the Long Winters), is particularly well equipped to understand all the elements that went into the making of this classic album, and he does so with clarity and wit. Editorial Reviews: Written as if it were an in-depth set of liner notes for Joni Mitchell's "Court and Spark," Sean Nelson creates a comprehensive, intimate illustration not only of this album but of its place in Mitchell's cannon of work. His obvious passion and respect for her music is conveyed through his eloquent writing. If it is music criticism, it is a loving criticism, or perhaps we should call it a tribute to Mitchell's musical genius. Listeners will be entranced by the way Nelson calls attention to details of the music's lyrics and composition, instilling in listeners a more nuanced way of hearing Joni Mitchell sing. Narrator Jonathan Davis brings a warm friendliness to this wonderful edition of the 33 1/3 series. Members Reviews: An excellent approach to the material To read more about my feelings on this nicely done work, please check out my review (less favorable) of the "Aqualung" installment. The only thing I would add to those comments is: 1. I don't get the reviewer who feels that Mr. Nelson "trashed" everything else in Joni's catalog after "Hissing...", and then describes his book as "nasty" and critical "tripe". The way I see it (and I'm not going to foam at the mouth because someone else disagrees - to each his own), Nelson was dead-on in merely making the case that Joni's strongest period was the "For The Roses"/"Blue"/"C&S"/"Hissing..." period, and that other later periods never really achieved this consistency of insight/voice/broad appeal. The guy, like all of us, clearly LOVES Joni. He's just honest and objective enough to admit that she had some mis-steps and down periods that the "golden period" is almost completely and gloriously devoid of. I'm the first to admit that I love "Hejira" and "Wild Things Run Fast", and others. What I won't sink to is getting red-faced and "nasty" over some objective (and well-supported) criticism of an artist who I love, but acknowledge as capable of occasional weak moments. 2. Like others, I wish there was more editorial fine-tuning and attention to the choice of writers and their product. Too often, books in the series seem to forget what the objective and wonderful potential of these works really is. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/A-Prince-Among-Stones-Audiobook/B00IMPYRA4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Prince Among Stones Subtitle: That Business with The Rolling Stones and Other Adventures Author: Prince Rupert Loewenstein Narrator: Ralph Lister Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 02-26-14 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "He is a great financial mind for the market. He plays that like I play guitar. As long as there's a smile on Rupert's face, I'm cool." - Keith Richards on Prince Rupert Lowenstein In 1968 Mick Jagger couldn't understand why The Rolling Stones were broke. The man he asked for help was a German prince, a merchant banker. They forged an unlikely alliance which re-invented the business of rock 'n' roll. As a youthquake shook the Establishment, Prince Rupert Loewenstein thrived in both worlds, never relinquishing his elegance or decorum. For nearly 40 years Prince Rupert worked with the Stones as - in his own words - "a combination of bank manager, psychiatrist, and nanny," usually enthralled with his clients but often bemused and exasperated with them, too. Coolly impartial and dryly humorous, this is a refreshingly different take on the rock 'n' roll world from within its inner sanctum. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Prince Rupert Loewenstein) Wed, 26 Feb 2014 13:20:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/A-Prince-Among-Stones-Audiobook/B00IMPYRA4 thebookvoice.com 07:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Prince Among Stones Subtitle: That Business with The Rolling Stones and Other Adventures Author: Prince Rupert Loewenstein Narrator: Ralph Lister Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 02-26-14 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "He is a great financial mind for the market. He plays that like I play guitar. As long as there's a smile on Rupert's face, I'm cool." - Keith Richards on Prince Rupert Lowenstein In 1968 Mick Jagger couldn't understand why The Rolling Stones were broke. The man he asked for help was a German prince, a merchant banker. They forged an unlikely alliance which re-invented the business of rock 'n' roll. As a youthquake shook the Establishment, Prince Rupert Loewenstein thrived in both worlds, never relinquishing his elegance or decorum. For nearly 40 years Prince Rupert worked with the Stones as - in his own words - "a combination of bank manager, psychiatrist, and nanny," usually enthralled with his clients but often bemused and exasperated with them, too. Coolly impartial and dryly humorous, this is a refreshingly different take on the rock 'n' roll world from within its inner sanctum. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Prince Among Stones Subtitle: That Business with The Rolling Stones and Other Adventures Author: Prince Rupert Loewenstein Narrator: Ralph Lister Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 02-26-14 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "He is a great financial mind for the market. He plays that like I play guitar. As long as there's a smile on Rupert's face, I'm cool." - Keith Richards on Prince Rupert Lowenstein In 1968 Mick Jagger couldn't understand why The Rolling Stones were broke. The man he asked for help was a German prince, a merchant banker. They forged an unlikely alliance which re-invented the business of rock 'n' roll. As a youthquake shook the Establishment, Prince Rupert Loewenstein thrived in both worlds, never relinquishing his elegance or decorum. For nearly 40 years Prince Rupert worked with the Stones as - in his own words - "a combination of bank manager, psychiatrist, and nanny," usually enthralled with his clients but often bemused and exasperated with them, too. Coolly impartial and dryly humorous, this is a refreshingly different take on the rock 'n' roll world from within its inner sanctum. Members Reviews: Master Story Teller. What made the experience of listening to A Prince Among Stones the most enjoyable? Great book. Poetic voice. What was one of the most memorable moments of A Prince Among Stones? Discovering how brilliant in planning futures Mick Jagger was. Had no idea how sane he was. What about Ralph Listers performance did you like? Fabulous reading. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? No. Any additional comments? No. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Red-Hot-Chili-Peppers-Audiobook/B002UZYSRE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Red Hot Chili Peppers Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 34 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of The Red Hot Chilli Peppers. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: In his artist profile of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Alan Cross takes listeners back to Southern California in the '80s, where a Lithuanian child actor named Anthony Keidis and a drug-friendly jazz enthusiast named "Flea" became friends at age 15. But several obstacles (and other musical projects) had to be hurdled before the formation of the Chili Peppers, that innovative band that blended the sounds of punk, funk, rap, and rock that would eventually earn them a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and sell over 80 million records. Self-described "professional music geek" Cross has a lifetime career in radio, and it shows in his four-volume Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock. His delivery is flawless without sparing its amiable passion. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Cross) Mon, 31 Aug 2009 09:24:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Red-Hot-Chili-Peppers-Audiobook/B002UZYSRE thebookvoice.com 00:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Red Hot Chili Peppers Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 34 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of The Red Hot Chilli Peppers. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: In his artist profile of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Alan Cross takes listeners back to Southern California in the '80s, where a Lithuanian child actor named Anthony Keidis and a drug-friendly jazz enthusiast named "Flea" became friends at age 15. But several obstacles (and other musical projects) had to be hurdled before the formation of the Chili Peppers, that innovative band that blended the sounds of punk, funk, rap, and rock that would eventually earn them a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and sell over 80 million records. Self-described "professional music geek" Cross has a lifetime career in radio, and it shows in his four-volume Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock. His delivery is flawless without sparing its amiable passion. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Red Hot Chili Peppers Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 34 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of The Red Hot Chilli Peppers. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: In his artist profile of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Alan Cross takes listeners back to Southern California in the '80s, where a Lithuanian child actor named Anthony Keidis and a drug-friendly jazz enthusiast named "Flea" became friends at age 15. But several obstacles (and other musical projects) had to be hurdled before the formation of the Chili Peppers, that innovative band that blended the sounds of punk, funk, rap, and rock that would eventually earn them a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and sell over 80 million records. Self-described "professional music geek" Cross has a lifetime career in radio, and it shows in his four-volume Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock. His delivery is flawless without sparing its amiable passion. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/American-Legends-The-Life-of-Chuck-Berry-Audiobook/B00WUTEO2Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Legends: The Life of Chuck Berry Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dale Smelko Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "I grew up thinking art was pictures until I got into music and found I was an artist and didn't paint." (Chuck Berry) "If you tried to give rock and roll another name, you might call it Chuck Berry." (John Lennon) The origins of rock music claim several founding fathers, with each perspective holding merit and directly contributing to the golden age to follow in rock music. While Elvis Presley remains perhaps the most high-profile figure of early rock, he was not truly a member of the first generation. If anything he was a product of a slightly older wave of groundbreaking artists. Appearing immediately before Presley's rise was Texan Buddy Holly, whose borrowings from driving black rhythms blended with white lyrics to make him one of the first successful crossover artists. However, perhaps the first and ultimately the most successful of this category - those artistic explorers who most effectively blurred racial and political lines through their music - was Chuck Berry: an African-American blues and country singer/guitarist/songwriter. He perfectly blended the prevailing forms of his generation to attract both black and white audiences with a virtuosity and originality that set the bar for the next half century. Unlike Presley, and more in the manner of Holly, Chuck Berry wrote his own classics. And he thrived as both a composer and lyricist based on his early love of poetry and hard blues, jump blues jazzy ballads, boogie-woogie, and hillbilly music. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Thu, 30 Apr 2015 21:15:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/American-Legends-The-Life-of-Chuck-Berry-Audiobook/B00WUTEO2Y thebookvoice.com 01:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Legends: The Life of Chuck Berry Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dale Smelko Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "I grew up thinking art was pictures until I got into music and found I was an artist and didn't paint." (Chuck Berry) "If you tried to give rock and roll another name, you might call it Chuck Berry." (John Lennon) The origins of rock music claim several founding fathers, with each perspective holding merit and directly contributing to the golden age to follow in rock music. While Elvis Presley remains perhaps the most high-profile figure of early rock, he was not truly a member of the first generation. If anything he was a product of a slightly older wave of groundbreaking artists. Appearing immediately before Presley's rise was Texan Buddy Holly, whose borrowings from driving black rhythms blended with white lyrics to make him one of the first successful crossover artists. However, perhaps the first and ultimately the most successful of this category - those artistic explorers who most effectively blurred racial and political lines through their music - was Chuck Berry: an African-American blues and country singer/guitarist/songwriter. He perfectly blended the prevailing forms of his generation to attract both black and white audiences with a virtuosity and originality that set the bar for the next half century. Unlike Presley, and more in the manner of Holly, Chuck Berry wrote his own classics. And he thrived as both a composer and lyricist based on his early love of poetry and hard blues, jump blues jazzy ballads, boogie-woogie, and hillbilly music. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Legends: The Life of Chuck Berry Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dale Smelko Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "I grew up thinking art was pictures until I got into music and found I was an artist and didn't paint." (Chuck Berry) "If you tried to give rock and roll another name, you might call it Chuck Berry." (John Lennon) The origins of rock music claim several founding fathers, with each perspective holding merit and directly contributing to the golden age to follow in rock music. While Elvis Presley remains perhaps the most high-profile figure of early rock, he was not truly a member of the first generation. If anything he was a product of a slightly older wave of groundbreaking artists. Appearing immediately before Presley's rise was Texan Buddy Holly, whose borrowings from driving black rhythms blended with white lyrics to make him one of the first successful crossover artists. However, perhaps the first and ultimately the most successful of this category - those artistic explorers who most effectively blurred racial and political lines through their music - was Chuck Berry: an African-American blues and country singer/guitarist/songwriter. He perfectly blended the prevailing forms of his generation to attract both black and white audiences with a virtuosity and originality that set the bar for the next half century. Unlike Presley, and more in the manner of Holly, Chuck Berry wrote his own classics. And he thrived as both a composer and lyricist based on his early love of poetry and hard blues, jump blues jazzy ballads, boogie-woogie, and hillbilly music. Members Reviews: Awful narrator Edited so much little remains, narrator is appalling CHUCKS LONG CARREER IS GLOSSED OVER,many inaccuracies https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Kinks-The-Kinks-Are-the-Village-Green-Preservation-Society-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V8MH2I Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kinks' The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society (33 1/3 Series) Author: Andy Miller Narrator: Victor Bevine Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Andy Miller is a writer living in London. His first book, Tilting at Windmills, was published in the UK by Viking in 2002. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. (A task which can be, as Elvis Costello famously observed, as tricky as dancing about architecture.) What binds this series together, and what brings it to life, is that all of the authors - musicians, scholars, and writers - are deeply in love with the album they have chosen. Editorial Reviews: Andy Miller's examination of The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society is a great companion to the album which will send listeners straight into a reexamination of the source material. Miller provides enthusiastic descriptions of the tracks' merits, which were not fully appreciated at the time of their release. Through research, interviews with everyone but the irascible Ray Davies - whose "I'm Not Like Everybody Else" personality shines through nonetheless - and a genuine love of the album, Miller gives a detailed representation of the music and its place in rock history. Victor Bevine performs the material with an inquisitive tone that engages the curious music lover interested in a fresh perspective on the culminating effort of one of rock's great bands. Critic Reviews: "This is the sort of focus that may make you want to buy a copy, or dig out your old one." (The Guardian) "This detailed tome leads the reader through the often fraught construction of what is now regarded as Davies's masterpiece - and , like the best books of its ilk, makes the reader want to either reinvestigate the album or hear it for the first time. (Blender Magazine) "Miller makes a convincing case of the Kinks' 1968 operetta of English village life as a heartbreaking work of staggering genius - Ray Davies' greatest songwriting triumph and an unjust commercial dud - with deep reserach and song-by-song analysis." ( Rolling Stone) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Andy Miller) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 03:58:41 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Kinks-The-Kinks-Are-the-Village-Green-Preservation-Society-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002V8MH2I thebookvoice.com 03:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kinks' The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society (33 1/3 Series) Author: Andy Miller Narrator: Victor Bevine Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Andy Miller is a writer living in London. His first book, Tilting at Windmills, was published in the UK by Viking in 2002. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. (A task which can be, as Elvis Costello famously observed, as tricky as dancing about architecture.) What binds this series together, and what brings it to life, is that all of the authors - musicians, scholars, and writers - are deeply in love with the album they have chosen. Editorial Reviews: Andy Miller's examination of The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society is a great companion to the album which will send listeners straight into a reexamination of the source material. Miller provides enthusiastic descriptions of the tracks' merits, which were not fully appreciated at the time of their release. Through research, interviews with everyone but the irascible Ray Davies - whose "I'm Not Like Everybody Else" personality shines through nonetheless - and a genuine love of the album, Miller gives a detailed representation of the music and its place in rock history. Victor Bevine performs the material with an inquisitive tone that engages the curious music lover interested in a fresh perspective on the culminating effort of one of rock's great bands. Critic Reviews: "This is the sort of focus that may make you want to buy a copy, or dig out your old one." (The Guardian) "This detailed tome leads the reader through the often fraught construction of what is now regarded as Davies's masterpiece - and , like the best books of its ilk, makes the reader want to either reinvestigate the album or hear it for the first time. (Blender Magazine) "Miller makes a convincing case of the Kinks' 1968 operetta of English village life as a heartbreaking work of staggering genius - Ray Davies' greatest songwriting triumph and an unjust commercial dud - with deep reserach and song-by-song analysis." ( Rolling Stone) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kinks' The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society (33 1/3 Series) Author: Andy Miller Narrator: Victor Bevine Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Andy Miller is a writer living in London. His first book, Tilting at Windmills, was published in the UK by Viking in 2002. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. (A task which can be, as Elvis Costello famously observed, as tricky as dancing about architecture.) What binds this series together, and what brings it to life, is that all of the authors - musicians, scholars, and writers - are deeply in love with the album they have chosen. Editorial Reviews: Andy Miller's examination of The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society is a great companion to the album which will send listeners straight into a reexamination of the source material. Miller provides enthusiastic descriptions of the tracks' merits, which were not fully appreciated at the time of their release. Through research, interviews with everyone but the irascible Ray Davies - whose "I'm Not Like Everybody Else" personality shines through nonetheless - and a genuine love of the album, Miller gives a detailed representation of the music and its place in rock history. Victor Bevine performs the material with an inquisitive tone that engages the curious music lover interested in a fresh perspective on the culminating effort of one of rock's great bands. Critic Reviews: "This is the sort of focus that may make you want to buy a copy, or dig out your old one." (The Guardian) "This detailed tome leads the reader through the often fraught construction of what is now regarded as Davies's masterpiece - and , like the best books of its ilk, makes the reader want to either reinvestigate the album or hear it for the first time. (Blender Magazine) "Miller makes a convincing case of the Kinks' 1968 operetta of English village life as a heartbreaking work of staggering genius - Ray Davies' greatest songwriting triumph and an unjust commercial dud - with deep reserach and song-by-song analysis." ( Rolling Stone) Members Reviews: Painful, but interesting. While I found the story behind the making of Village Green pretty fascinating, the performance on this book was grueling to listen to. I would recommend reading the book if at all possible. Major annoyances: The reader reads the acronym for the album title, for example TKATVGPS, rather than just saying, "Village Green" or something simple like that. Secondly, he verbalizes each and every quote and end quote in the book. Absolutely drives you bonkers by the end of the first chapter. The writing is quite sappy at times, and the performance overly serious -- but other than that, for true Kinks fans, it's pretty cool inside info into the making of this album. TKATVGPS Douglas Scott Knight's review pretty much nailed it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Taking-Woodstock-Audiobook/B002V1OEK8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Taking Woodstock Author: Elliot Tiber Narrator: Jim Frangione Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-21-09 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This is the extraordinary, behind-the-scenes tale of how Woodstock went from a pipe dream to the most iconic rock concert of all time. Elliot Tiber, then known as Eliyahu Teichberg, was a budding painter in the 1960s. He also happened to be head of his local chamber of commerce - and owner of the yearly permit to hold summer music concerts. The rest, as they say, is history. ©2007 Elliot Tiber and Tom Monte; (P)2009 Recorded Books, LLC bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Elliot Tiber) Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:35:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Taking-Woodstock-Audiobook/B002V1OEK8 thebookvoice.com 06:49:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Taking Woodstock Author: Elliot Tiber Narrator: Jim Frangione Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-21-09 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This is the extraordinary, behind-the-scenes tale of how Woodstock went from a pipe dream to the most iconic rock concert of all time. Elliot Tiber, then known as Eliyahu Teichberg, was a budding painter in the 1960s. He also happened to be head of his local chamber of commerce - and owner of the yearly permit to hold summer music concerts. The rest, as they say, is history. ©2007 Elliot Tiber and Tom Monte; (P)2009 Recorded Books, LLC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Taking Woodstock Author: Elliot Tiber Narrator: Jim Frangione Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-21-09 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This is the extraordinary, behind-the-scenes tale of how Woodstock went from a pipe dream to the most iconic rock concert of all time. Elliot Tiber, then known as Eliyahu Teichberg, was a budding painter in the 1960s. He also happened to be head of his local chamber of commerce - and owner of the yearly permit to hold summer music concerts. The rest, as they say, is history. ©2007 Elliot Tiber and Tom Monte; (P)2009 Recorded Books, LLC Members Reviews: Wow This Audiobook Blew My Mind This is the most interesting and entertaining audiobook I ever bought. It tells about all the behind the scenes drama that occurring during the planning of Woodstock Music and Arts Festival. The author was right in the middle of the "storm" and made it very visual and rather humorous at times. Very hip and groovy. Wish I could have been there in 1969. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Baroness-Audiobook/B00BY9J1Y2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Baroness Subtitle: The Search for Nica, the Rebellious Rothschild Author: Hannah Rothschild Narrator: Hannah Rothschild Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 03-22-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 32 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Beautiful, romantic, and spirited, Pannonica, known as Nica, named after her fathers favorite moth, was born in 1913 to extraordinary, eccentric privilege and a storied history. The Rothschild family had, in only five generations, risen from the ghetto in Frankfurt to stately homes in England. As a child, Nica took her daily walks, dressed in white, with her two sisters and governess around the parkland of the vast house at Tring, Hertfordshire, among kangaroos, giant tortoises, emus and zebras, all part of the exotic menagerie collected by her uncle Walter. As a debutante, she was taught to fly by a saxophonist and introduced to jazz by her brother Victor; she married Baron Jules de Koenigswarter, settled in a château in France and had five children. When World War II broke out, Nica and her children narrowly escaped back to England, but soon after, she set out to find her husband, who was fighting with the Free French Army in Africa, where she helped the war effort by being a decoder, a driver, and organizing supplies and equipment. In the early 1950s Nica heard "Round Midnight" by the jazz pianist and composer Thelonious Monk and, as if under a powerful spell, abandoned her marriage and moved to New York to find him. She devoted herself to helping Monk and other musicians: She bailed them out of jail, paid their bills, took them to the hospital, even drove them to their gigs, and her convertible Bentley could always be seen parked outside downtown clubs or up in Harlem. Charlie Parker would notoriously die in her apartment in the Stanhope Hotel. But it was Monk who was the love of her life and whom she cared for until his death in 1982. Hannah Rothschild has drawn on archival material and her own interviews in this quest to find out who her great-aunt really was and how she fit into a family that, although passionate about music and entomology, was reactionary in always favoring men over women. Part musical odyssey, part love story, The Baroness is a fascinating portrait of a modern figure ahead of her time who dared to live as she wanted, finally, at the very center of New Yorks jazz scene. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Hannah Rothschild) Fri, 22 Mar 2013 22:56:28 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Baroness-Audiobook/B00BY9J1Y2 thebookvoice.com 09:15:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Baroness Subtitle: The Search for Nica, the Rebellious Rothschild Author: Hannah Rothschild Narrator: Hannah Rothschild Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 03-22-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 32 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Beautiful, romantic, and spirited, Pannonica, known as Nica, named after her fathers favorite moth, was born in 1913 to extraordinary, eccentric privilege and a storied history. The Rothschild family had, in only five generations, risen from the ghetto in Frankfurt to stately homes in England. As a child, Nica took her daily walks, dressed in white, with her two sisters and governess around the parkland of the vast house at Tring, Hertfordshire, among kangaroos, giant tortoises, emus and zebras, all part of the exotic menagerie collected by her uncle Walter. As a debutante, she was taught to fly by a saxophonist and introduced to jazz by her brother Victor; she married Baron Jules de Koenigswarter, settled in a château in France and had five children. When World War II broke out, Nica and her children narrowly escaped back to England, but soon after, she set out to find her husband, who was fighting with the Free French Army in Africa, where she helped the war effort by being a decoder, a driver, and organizing supplies and equipment. In the early 1950s Nica heard "Round Midnight" by the jazz pianist and composer Thelonious Monk and, as if under a powerful spell, abandoned her marriage and moved to New York to find him. She devoted herself to helping Monk and other musicians: She bailed them out of jail, paid their bills, took them to the hospital, even drove them to their gigs, and her convertible Bentley could always be seen parked outside downtown clubs or up in Harlem. Charlie Parker would notoriously die in her apartment in the Stanhope Hotel. But it was Monk who was the love of her life and whom she cared for until his death in 1982. Hannah Rothschild has drawn on archival material and her own interviews in this quest to find out who her great-aunt really was and how she fit into a family that, although passionate about music and entomology, was reactionary in always favoring men over women. Part musical odyssey, part love story, The Baroness is a fascinating portrait of a modern figure ahead of her time who dared to live as she wanted, finally, at the very center of New Yorks jazz scene. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Baroness Subtitle: The Search for Nica, the Rebellious Rothschild Author: Hannah Rothschild Narrator: Hannah Rothschild Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 03-22-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 32 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Beautiful, romantic, and spirited, Pannonica, known as Nica, named after her fathers favorite moth, was born in 1913 to extraordinary, eccentric privilege and a storied history. The Rothschild family had, in only five generations, risen from the ghetto in Frankfurt to stately homes in England. As a child, Nica took her daily walks, dressed in white, with her two sisters and governess around the parkland of the vast house at Tring, Hertfordshire, among kangaroos, giant tortoises, emus and zebras, all part of the exotic menagerie collected by her uncle Walter. As a debutante, she was taught to fly by a saxophonist and introduced to jazz by her brother Victor; she married Baron Jules de Koenigswarter, settled in a château in France and had five children. When World War II broke out, Nica and her children narrowly escaped back to England, but soon after, she set out to find her husband, who was fighting with the Free French Army in Africa, where she helped the war effort by being a decoder, a driver, and organizing supplies and equipment. In the early 1950s Nica heard "Round Midnight" by the jazz pianist and composer Thelonious Monk and, as if under a powerful spell, abandoned her marriage and moved to New York to find him. She devoted herself to helping Monk and other musicians: She bailed them out of jail, paid their bills, took them to the hospital, even drove them to their gigs, and her convertible Bentley could always be seen parked outside downtown clubs or up in Harlem. Charlie Parker would notoriously die in her apartment in the Stanhope Hotel. But it was Monk who was the love of her life and whom she cared for until his death in 1982. Hannah Rothschild has drawn on archival material and her own interviews in this quest to find out who her great-aunt really was and how she fit into a family that, although passionate about music and entomology, was reactionary in always favoring men over women. Part musical odyssey, part love story, The Baroness is a fascinating portrait of a modern figure ahead of her time who dared to live as she wanted, finally, at the very center of New Yorks jazz scene. Members Reviews: The story of a free thinker One of the Rothschilds has written a very sensitive and loving, though quite objective, biography of another member of her famous family. It must not be easy to write about someone in your [extended] family when you are a member of the same one. Nevertheless, Hannah Rothschild has created a story with wide reach into the political and social worlds of the early 20th Century, as well as the idiosyncrasies of some of the Rothschilds. Pannonica really became "Nica" when jazz tunes were written for her; and she must have reveled in that, since Nica seems to have been a much happier person than Pannonica. The fearlessness, and even recklessness, with which Nica immersed herself into what was really a totally different culture to the one she grew up in, is wonderfully told; a subtle but powerful testament to the draw of timeless musical art. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Road-Beneath-My-Feet-Audiobook/B012BLQSII Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Road Beneath My Feet Author: Frank Turner Narrator: Frank Turner Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs Language: English Release date: 08-27-15 Publisher: Headline Digital Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Sunday Times best seller. Frank Turner narrates a searingly honest and brilliantly written account of his journey from pub circuit to Wembley Arena. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Frank Turner) Thu, 27 Aug 2015 06:34:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Road-Beneath-My-Feet-Audiobook/B012BLQSII thebookvoice.com 00:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Road Beneath My Feet Author: Frank Turner Narrator: Frank Turner Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs Language: English Release date: 08-27-15 Publisher: Headline Digital Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Sunday Times best seller. Frank Turner narrates a searingly honest and brilliantly written account of his journey from pub circuit to Wembley Arena. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Road Beneath My Feet Author: Frank Turner Narrator: Frank Turner Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs Language: English Release date: 08-27-15 Publisher: Headline Digital Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The Sunday Times best seller. Frank Turner narrates a searingly honest and brilliantly written account of his journey from pub circuit to Wembley Arena. Members Reviews: Great stories, honestly told This review comes with 2 caveats 1) I am a massive Frank Turner fan 2) I am not a fan of autobiographies in general (the only other one I have read and enjoyed was Slash's) The road beneath my feet is a great collection of tour memories, stretching from the break up of million dead to the Wembley show in April 2012. Each of the stories are structured around a particular show, and focus on interesting events in the run up to, or after the shows. As someone who has been to many FT shows over the years, the stories provide a fascinating and entertaining insight to life on the road - especially if shows you attended, or your hometown are name checked! Some of the stories are very personal, and you learn a lot about the inspiration and development of certain songs along the way - a very nice touch, I thought. Only a couple of criticisms: occasionally Frank's narration can get a little monotone - this is rare, but more noticeable for it. Generally it is spot on. Also, the stories stop in 2012! I think he wrote the book well after this, so I would have liked to have heard a little more (though the Wembley "finale" kind of makes sense...) Overall I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and would recommend it to any Frank Turner fans and anyone who loves live music, and would like to hear a little more of the "other side" of it. One final point - this book *will* make you want to listen to nothing but Frank Turner for as long as you're listening to it! A musicians musician. An honest and inspiring account of how working hard and being a good person (and surrounding yourself with good people) brings reward. This is a really well told audiobook, made so much better by the fact it is narrated by the man himself. It was very well described and I could easily picture each scenario due to the candid description. I wasnt a massive fan of FT before listening to this book but more a fan of the indie singer songwriter stories - (eg. I have read David Fords I Choose This book which is equally inspiring and a solid read), but I without a doubt class myself a fan of Frank Turner the human being and will actively seek out his music and live shows this year. Thank you Frank. There is lots to look forward to! A Great Insight into Life on the Road If you could sum up The Road Beneath My Feet in three words, what would they be? Funny, endearing, honest What was one of the most memorable moments of The Road Beneath My Feet? So many hilarious antidotes from the life of a touring musician. I particularly enjoyed the incident on the Russian border. What about Frank Turners performance did you like? It was his story in his own words. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I could have done easily, but it also worked well split into chunks. Any additional comments? I highly recommend it for Frank Turner fans or for anybody who is interested in rock and roll. Awesome book awesome book by an awesome musician and guy. totally kept me entertained. story of the early years of frank turner An Interesting Insight The book is an interesting read? listen? for any frank Turner fan. A must buy. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Nick-Drakes-Pink-Moon-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002VA8ZPE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nick Drake's Pink Moon (33 1/3 Series) Author: Amanda Petrusich Narrator: Ben Remeaka Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Amanda Petrusich is a writer for Pitchforkmedia.com and a senior contributing editor at Paste magazine. She is the author of It Still Moves: Lost Songs, Lost Highways, and the Search for the Next American Music, a travelogue about early Americana music forthcoming from Faber and Faber in 2008. She lives and works in Brooklyn, NY. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. (A task which can be, as Elvis Costello famously observed, as tricky as dancing about architecture.) What binds this series together, and what brings it to life, is that all of the authors - musicians, scholars, and writers - are deeply in love with the album they have ch... Editorial Reviews: Nick Drake, who overdosed on antidepressants at age 26, only recorded 3 albums and never saw much commercial or critical success. But his music and especially his haunting, stripped down, final album, 1972's Pink Moon, have proven to have the staying power of great art, growing in popularity as the decades pass. Amanda Petrucsch discusses Drake's short life and work and how Pink Moon has found new life. Ben Rameaka narrates, toeing the line between an upbeat and somber tone, to offset the subject matter of an artist in the throes of depression. Drake was famously averse to performance and interview so Petrusch draws on what there is, the words of those who knew him, those touched by his music, and the songs themselves. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Amanda Petrusich) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:11:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Nick-Drakes-Pink-Moon-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002VA8ZPE thebookvoice.com 03:47:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nick Drake's Pink Moon (33 1/3 Series) Author: Amanda Petrusich Narrator: Ben Remeaka Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Amanda Petrusich is a writer for Pitchforkmedia.com and a senior contributing editor at Paste magazine. She is the author of It Still Moves: Lost Songs, Lost Highways, and the Search for the Next American Music, a travelogue about early Americana music forthcoming from Faber and Faber in 2008. She lives and works in Brooklyn, NY. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. (A task which can be, as Elvis Costello famously observed, as tricky as dancing about architecture.) What binds this series together, and what brings it to life, is that all of the authors - musicians, scholars, and writers - are deeply in love with the album they have ch... Editorial Reviews: Nick Drake, who overdosed on antidepressants at age 26, only recorded 3 albums and never saw much commercial or critical success. But his music and especially his haunting, stripped down, final album, 1972's Pink Moon, have proven to have the staying power of great art, growing in popularity as the decades pass. Amanda Petrucsch discusses Drake's short life and work and how Pink Moon has found new life. Ben Rameaka narrates, toeing the line between an upbeat and somber tone, to offset the subject matter of an artist in the throes of depression. Drake was famously averse to performance and interview so Petrusch draws on what there is, the words of those who knew him, those touched by his music, and the songs themselves. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nick Drake's Pink Moon (33 1/3 Series) Author: Amanda Petrusich Narrator: Ben Remeaka Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Amanda Petrusich is a writer for Pitchforkmedia.com and a senior contributing editor at Paste magazine. She is the author of It Still Moves: Lost Songs, Lost Highways, and the Search for the Next American Music, a travelogue about early Americana music forthcoming from Faber and Faber in 2008. She lives and works in Brooklyn, NY. 33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. (A task which can be, as Elvis Costello famously observed, as tricky as dancing about architecture.) What binds this series together, and what brings it to life, is that all of the authors - musicians, scholars, and writers - are deeply in love with the album they have ch... Editorial Reviews: Nick Drake, who overdosed on antidepressants at age 26, only recorded 3 albums and never saw much commercial or critical success. But his music and especially his haunting, stripped down, final album, 1972's Pink Moon, have proven to have the staying power of great art, growing in popularity as the decades pass. Amanda Petrucsch discusses Drake's short life and work and how Pink Moon has found new life. Ben Rameaka narrates, toeing the line between an upbeat and somber tone, to offset the subject matter of an artist in the throes of depression. Drake was famously averse to performance and interview so Petrusch draws on what there is, the words of those who knew him, those touched by his music, and the songs themselves. Members Reviews: Best bio of Volkswagen out there! What disappointed you about Nick Drake's Pink Moon (33 1/3 Series)? If you like tales of marketing and advertising, but cannot stand the clever writing and in depth story lines of Mad Men, then this book is for you! I sat riveted as the author regaled me with the inner workings of how a commercial is made! Just when you think they couldn't find anything else to tell you about Volkswagen commercials specifically...then BAM! They hit you with a one, two punch of some low-level suit relaying fascinating incite on how the right commercial, done in the right way, can define a generation. The in depth detail of how people can sell you ANYTHING with the right song just leaps off the page and assaults you with tedium. I'll never look at marketing the same way again, that's for sure. I think they talked a little bit about the Pink Moon album by Nick Drake as well. I can't remember for sure. What could Amanda Petrusich have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? The author could maybe spend only 20 minutes talking about her train journey into New York. Oh, and maybe talk a little bit about the Pink Moon album by Nick Drake. How could the performance have been better? The performance could have been made better by reading something that actually pertains to the topic of the book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Bruce-Springsteens-Born-in-the-USA-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002VA929M Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bruce Springsteen's Born in the USA (33 1/3 Series) Author: Geoffrey Himes Narrator: L. J. Ganser Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Max Weinberg hit his drums with a two-fisted physicality that cut through the swelling chords. With a rolled-up red kerchief around his head and heavy black boots under his faded jeans, Springsteen looked like the character of the song, and from the very first line ("Born down in a dead man's town") he sang with the throat-scraping desperation of a man with his back against the wall. When he reached the crucial lines, though, the guitars and bass dropped out and Weinberg switched to just the hi-hat. Springsteen's voice grew a bit more private and reluctant as he sang, "Nowhere to run. Nowhere to go." It was as if he weren't sure if this were an admission of defeat or the drawing of a line in the sand. But when the band came crashing back at full strength - building a crescendo that fell apart in the cacophony of Springsteen's and Weinberg's wild soloing, paused and then came together again in the determined, marching riff - it was clear that the singer was ready to make a stand. Editorial Reviews: Award-winning audiobook performer L. J. Ganser brings his sonorous voice to bear on Born in the U.S.A., music writer Geoffrey Himes' trip through Bruce Springsteen's most famous album and perhaps one of the greatest American albums of all time. Himes' excellent writing, honed in the pages of The Washington Post, Rolling Stone, and others, illuminates the making of this seminal album that approaches disillusionment with the American Dream with heart, humor, and serious talent. Springsteen fans will hang on every word as Ganser melodiously gives us Himes' critical and personal take on The Boss. This audiobook is an excellent companion to the album itself. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Geoffrey Himes) Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:04:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Bruce-Springsteens-Born-in-the-USA-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002VA929M thebookvoice.com 04:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bruce Springsteen's Born in the USA (33 1/3 Series) Author: Geoffrey Himes Narrator: L. J. Ganser Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Max Weinberg hit his drums with a two-fisted physicality that cut through the swelling chords. With a rolled-up red kerchief around his head and heavy black boots under his faded jeans, Springsteen looked like the character of the song, and from the very first line ("Born down in a dead man's town") he sang with the throat-scraping desperation of a man with his back against the wall. When he reached the crucial lines, though, the guitars and bass dropped out and Weinberg switched to just the hi-hat. Springsteen's voice grew a bit more private and reluctant as he sang, "Nowhere to run. Nowhere to go." It was as if he weren't sure if this were an admission of defeat or the drawing of a line in the sand. But when the band came crashing back at full strength - building a crescendo that fell apart in the cacophony of Springsteen's and Weinberg's wild soloing, paused and then came together again in the determined, marching riff - it was clear that the singer was ready to make a stand. Editorial Reviews: Award-winning audiobook performer L. J. Ganser brings his sonorous voice to bear on Born in the U.S.A., music writer Geoffrey Himes' trip through Bruce Springsteen's most famous album and perhaps one of the greatest American albums of all time. Himes' excellent writing, honed in the pages of The Washington Post, Rolling Stone, and others, illuminates the making of this seminal album that approaches disillusionment with the American Dream with heart, humor, and serious talent. Springsteen fans will hang on every word as Ganser melodiously gives us Himes' critical and personal take on The Boss. This audiobook is an excellent companion to the album itself. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bruce Springsteen's Born in the USA (33 1/3 Series) Author: Geoffrey Himes Narrator: L. J. Ganser Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Max Weinberg hit his drums with a two-fisted physicality that cut through the swelling chords. With a rolled-up red kerchief around his head and heavy black boots under his faded jeans, Springsteen looked like the character of the song, and from the very first line ("Born down in a dead man's town") he sang with the throat-scraping desperation of a man with his back against the wall. When he reached the crucial lines, though, the guitars and bass dropped out and Weinberg switched to just the hi-hat. Springsteen's voice grew a bit more private and reluctant as he sang, "Nowhere to run. Nowhere to go." It was as if he weren't sure if this were an admission of defeat or the drawing of a line in the sand. But when the band came crashing back at full strength - building a crescendo that fell apart in the cacophony of Springsteen's and Weinberg's wild soloing, paused and then came together again in the determined, marching riff - it was clear that the singer was ready to make a stand. Editorial Reviews: Award-winning audiobook performer L. J. Ganser brings his sonorous voice to bear on Born in the U.S.A., music writer Geoffrey Himes' trip through Bruce Springsteen's most famous album and perhaps one of the greatest American albums of all time. Himes' excellent writing, honed in the pages of The Washington Post, Rolling Stone, and others, illuminates the making of this seminal album that approaches disillusionment with the American Dream with heart, humor, and serious talent. Springsteen fans will hang on every word as Ganser melodiously gives us Himes' critical and personal take on The Boss. This audiobook is an excellent companion to the album itself. Members Reviews: What a rubbish website! I CAN'T WRITE A REVEIW AS I WILL BE DEAD BEFORE THIS IS DOWNLOADED! IF YOU WANT THIS, GO TO ANOTHER WEBSITE! I HAD TO GIVE A ONE STAR RATING TO REVIEW IT BUT IT'S NOT WORTH THAT, https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/George-Michael-Bio-rock-Audiobook/B073FDZGVS Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> Titolo: George Michael (Bio rock) Autore: Claudia Valentini Narratore: Alice Pagotto, Marcello Pozza Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 10 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 06-30-17 Editore: GoodMood Categoria: Arts & Entertainment, Music Riepilogo Editore: Un ragazzino cicciottello e un po' tarchiato, un adolescente problematico con gli occhiali spessi, un adulto inquieto che paga a caro prezzo il successo, la fama, il denaro, ma soprattutto un grande autore con una voce stupenda. Questo e molto altro è stato George Michael, un artista spesso incompreso e altrettanto frequentemente inserito a forza in categorie che gli stavano strette come un laccio al collo. Questo audioBook racconta la sua vita e la sua produzione artistica: dall'incontro con l'amico Andrew Ridgeley all'ambiziosa formazione degli Wham; dalla volontà di mostrare al mondo il proprio valore abbandonando il gruppo all'apice del successo, ai primi dischi da solista che registrano ovunque record di vendite. La sua è stata un'esistenza in bilico tra fama e solitudine, fino a quel suo ultimo, tragico Natale, trascorso da solo, come in una sua canzone. "George Michael" fa parte della collana "Bio Rock". ©2017 GOODmood (P)2017 GOODmood bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Claudia Valentini) Fri, 30 Jun 2017 18:29:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/George-Michael-Bio-rock-Audiobook/B073FDZGVS thebookvoice.com 01:10:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> Titolo: George Michael (Bio rock) Autore: Claudia Valentini Narratore: Alice Pagotto, Marcello Pozza Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 10 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 06-30-17 Editore: GoodMood Categoria: Arts & Entertainment, Music Riepilogo Editore: Un ragazzino cicciottello e un po' tarchiato, un adolescente problematico con gli occhiali spessi, un adulto inquieto che paga a caro prezzo il successo, la fama, il denaro, ma soprattutto un grande autore con una voce stupenda. Questo e molto altro è stato George Michael, un artista spesso incompreso e altrettanto frequentemente inserito a forza in categorie che gli stavano strette come un laccio al collo. Questo audioBook racconta la sua vita e la sua produzione artistica: dall'incontro con l'amico Andrew Ridgeley all'ambiziosa formazione degli Wham; dalla volontà di mostrare al mondo il proprio valore abbandonando il gruppo all'apice del successo, ai primi dischi da solista che registrano ovunque record di vendite. La sua è stata un'esistenza in bilico tra fama e solitudine, fino a quel suo ultimo, tragico Natale, trascorso da solo, come in una sua canzone. "George Michael" fa parte della collana "Bio Rock". ©2017 GOODmood (P)2017 GOODmood Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> Titolo: George Michael (Bio rock) Autore: Claudia Valentini Narratore: Alice Pagotto, Marcello Pozza Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 10 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 06-30-17 Editore: GoodMood Categoria: Arts & Entertainment, Music Riepilogo Editore: Un ragazzino cicciottello e un po' tarchiato, un adolescente problematico con gli occhiali spessi, un adulto inquieto che paga a caro prezzo il successo, la fama, il denaro, ma soprattutto un grande autore con una voce stupenda. Questo e molto altro è stato George Michael, un artista spesso incompreso e altrettanto frequentemente inserito a forza in categorie che gli stavano strette come un laccio al collo. Questo audioBook racconta la sua vita e la sua produzione artistica: dall'incontro con l'amico Andrew Ridgeley all'ambiziosa formazione degli Wham; dalla volontà di mostrare al mondo il proprio valore abbandonando il gruppo all'apice del successo, ai primi dischi da solista che registrano ovunque record di vendite. La sua è stata un'esistenza in bilico tra fama e solitudine, fino a quel suo ultimo, tragico Natale, trascorso da solo, come in una sua canzone. "George Michael" fa parte della collana "Bio Rock". ©2017 GOODmood (P)2017 GOODmood https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Nine-Inch-Nails-Audiobook/B002V1M3N8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nine Inch Nails Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Nine Inch Nails. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Canadian broadcaster Alan Cross narrates this nuanced history of the legendary Nine Inch Nails, aka Trent Reznor. As the former host of The Ongoing History of New Music, Cross has significant music journalism chops, and puts them to good use digging up extensive biographical information on Reznor's formative years in Pennsylvania, concluding with the triumph of Reznor's remarkable mainstream success by 2008. Concise, well researched, and confidently performed by Cross, this audiobiography of one of contemporary music's greats is highly listenable. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Cross) Mon, 31 Aug 2009 03:33:49 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Nine-Inch-Nails-Audiobook/B002V1M3N8 thebookvoice.com 00:48:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nine Inch Nails Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Nine Inch Nails. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Canadian broadcaster Alan Cross narrates this nuanced history of the legendary Nine Inch Nails, aka Trent Reznor. As the former host of The Ongoing History of New Music, Cross has significant music journalism chops, and puts them to good use digging up extensive biographical information on Reznor's formative years in Pennsylvania, concluding with the triumph of Reznor's remarkable mainstream success by 2008. Concise, well researched, and confidently performed by Cross, this audiobiography of one of contemporary music's greats is highly listenable. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nine Inch Nails Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Nine Inch Nails. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Canadian broadcaster Alan Cross narrates this nuanced history of the legendary Nine Inch Nails, aka Trent Reznor. As the former host of The Ongoing History of New Music, Cross has significant music journalism chops, and puts them to good use digging up extensive biographical information on Reznor's formative years in Pennsylvania, concluding with the triumph of Reznor's remarkable mainstream success by 2008. Concise, well researched, and confidently performed by Cross, this audiobiography of one of contemporary music's greats is highly listenable. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Joy-Division-Audiobook/B002V19ZSE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Joy Division Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 24 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Joy Divison. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Professional music critic and radio broadcaster Alan Cross might have been born in the boonies of Canada, but he could have been brought up in the recording studios and rock clubs of L.A., London, or N.Y.C. based on his extensive knowledge of modern music. In this installment of The Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock, Cross zeroes in on the history of the Manchester band Joy Division, which dissolved in 1980 after the suicide of lead singer Ian Curtis and then reformed to become New Order. Cross is gifted with a consummate disc jockey's voice. He's a natural behind the mic and sounds more like a passionate, though articulate, fan than like someone reading off a page. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Cross) Mon, 31 Aug 2009 10:03:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Joy-Division-Audiobook/B002V19ZSE thebookvoice.com 00:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Joy Division Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 24 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Joy Divison. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Professional music critic and radio broadcaster Alan Cross might have been born in the boonies of Canada, but he could have been brought up in the recording studios and rock clubs of L.A., London, or N.Y.C. based on his extensive knowledge of modern music. In this installment of The Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock, Cross zeroes in on the history of the Manchester band Joy Division, which dissolved in 1980 after the suicide of lead singer Ian Curtis and then reformed to become New Order. Cross is gifted with a consummate disc jockey's voice. He's a natural behind the mic and sounds more like a passionate, though articulate, fan than like someone reading off a page. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Joy Division Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 24 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Joy Divison. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Professional music critic and radio broadcaster Alan Cross might have been born in the boonies of Canada, but he could have been brought up in the recording studios and rock clubs of L.A., London, or N.Y.C. based on his extensive knowledge of modern music. In this installment of The Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock, Cross zeroes in on the history of the Manchester band Joy Division, which dissolved in 1980 after the suicide of lead singer Ian Curtis and then reformed to become New Order. Cross is gifted with a consummate disc jockey's voice. He's a natural behind the mic and sounds more like a passionate, though articulate, fan than like someone reading off a page. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Whitney-Houston-Audiobook/B00B787P6Q Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Whitney Houston! Subtitle: The Spectacular Rise and Tragic Fall of the Woman Whose Voice Inspired a Generation Author: Mark Bego Narrator: Alex Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The definitive biography of an American music legend. Whitney Houston (1963-2012) was a superstar. Few in the world of show business reach the career heights that she attained with what seemed such ease. Her megastardom peaked in 1992 with the release of the hit movie The Bodyguard and the international number-one hit "I Will Always Love You". The movie soundtrack still stands as one of the best-selling albums of all time. She won six Grammy Awards, two Emmy Awards, thirty Billboard Music Awards, and twenty-two American Music Awards, and amassed a vast fortune. Her death has shocked the entertainment world and her fans. Whitney Houston! traces the life of this American icon. Here is her childhood in Newark, New Jersey, growing up in a family with a strong musical legacy. Her mother, Cissy, sang professionally with such stars as Aretha Franklin. Her cousin was Dionne Warwick. Share the joy as Whitney signs with Arista Records and the legendary Clive Davis and becomes an international star. Here superstar biographer Mark Bego offers a unique look at her family and immense talent, the secrets behind her years of erratic behavior, the truth about her tumultuous marriage to bad boy Bobby Brown, her mothers desperate attempt to control her, her dynamic final film role in Sparkle (which will be released posthumously), and the events that led up to her tragic death. Whitney Houston! will stand as a singular tribute to, and a revealing look at, one of the great superstars of our time. Editorial Reviews: Whitney Houston reached the highest levels of fame thanks to her ambition, her remarkable voice, and her incomparable performances. For Mark Bego this begs the question: "Didnt she have it all?" But for all her accomplishments she was a complex and troubled person. Alex Baretts soft, well-tempered, and slightly throaty voice is perfectly suited to this singers affecting story. Houstons work is a vital part of the popular music cannon and Barrett's delivery pays testament to that fact. This audiobook takes a look at Houston's often triumphant and frequently sorrowful life, which will be of interest to any fan of Whitney, music history, or modern celebrity. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Bego) Sun, 03 Feb 2013 20:21:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Whitney-Houston-Audiobook/B00B787P6Q thebookvoice.com 07:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Whitney Houston! Subtitle: The Spectacular Rise and Tragic Fall of the Woman Whose Voice Inspired a Generation Author: Mark Bego Narrator: Alex Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The definitive biography of an American music legend. Whitney Houston (1963-2012) was a superstar. Few in the world of show business reach the career heights that she attained with what seemed such ease. Her megastardom peaked in 1992 with the release of the hit movie The Bodyguard and the international number-one hit "I Will Always Love You". The movie soundtrack still stands as one of the best-selling albums of all time. She won six Grammy Awards, two Emmy Awards, thirty Billboard Music Awards, and twenty-two American Music Awards, and amassed a vast fortune. Her death has shocked the entertainment world and her fans. Whitney Houston! traces the life of this American icon. Here is her childhood in Newark, New Jersey, growing up in a family with a strong musical legacy. Her mother, Cissy, sang professionally with such stars as Aretha Franklin. Her cousin was Dionne Warwick. Share the joy as Whitney signs with Arista Records and the legendary Clive Davis and becomes an international star. Here superstar biographer Mark Bego offers a unique look at her family and immense talent, the secrets behind her years of erratic behavior, the truth about her tumultuous marriage to bad boy Bobby Brown, her mothers desperate attempt to control her, her dynamic final film role in Sparkle (which will be released posthumously), and the events that led up to her tragic death. Whitney Houston! will stand as a singular tribute to, and a revealing look at, one of the great superstars of our time. Editorial Reviews: Whitney Houston reached the highest levels of fame thanks to her ambition, her remarkable voice, and her incomparable performances. For Mark Bego this begs the question: "Didnt she have it all?" But for all her accomplishments she was a complex and troubled person. Alex Baretts soft, well-tempered, and slightly throaty voice is perfectly suited to this singers affecting story. Houstons work is a vital part of the popular music cannon and Barrett's delivery pays testament to that fact. This audiobook takes a look at Houston's often triumphant and frequently sorrowful life, which will be of interest to any fan of Whitney, music history, or modern celebrity. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Whitney Houston! Subtitle: The Spectacular Rise and Tragic Fall of the Woman Whose Voice Inspired a Generation Author: Mark Bego Narrator: Alex Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The definitive biography of an American music legend. Whitney Houston (1963-2012) was a superstar. Few in the world of show business reach the career heights that she attained with what seemed such ease. Her megastardom peaked in 1992 with the release of the hit movie The Bodyguard and the international number-one hit "I Will Always Love You". The movie soundtrack still stands as one of the best-selling albums of all time. She won six Grammy Awards, two Emmy Awards, thirty Billboard Music Awards, and twenty-two American Music Awards, and amassed a vast fortune. Her death has shocked the entertainment world and her fans. Whitney Houston! traces the life of this American icon. Here is her childhood in Newark, New Jersey, growing up in a family with a strong musical legacy. Her mother, Cissy, sang professionally with such stars as Aretha Franklin. Her cousin was Dionne Warwick. Share the joy as Whitney signs with Arista Records and the legendary Clive Davis and becomes an international star. Here superstar biographer Mark Bego offers a unique look at her family and immense talent, the secrets behind her years of erratic behavior, the truth about her tumultuous marriage to bad boy Bobby Brown, her mothers desperate attempt to control her, her dynamic final film role in Sparkle (which will be released posthumously), and the events that led up to her tragic death. Whitney Houston! will stand as a singular tribute to, and a revealing look at, one of the great superstars of our time. Editorial Reviews: Whitney Houston reached the highest levels of fame thanks to her ambition, her remarkable voice, and her incomparable performances. For Mark Bego this begs the question: "Didnt she have it all?" But for all her accomplishments she was a complex and troubled person. Alex Baretts soft, well-tempered, and slightly throaty voice is perfectly suited to this singers affecting story. Houstons work is a vital part of the popular music cannon and Barrett's delivery pays testament to that fact. This audiobook takes a look at Houston's often triumphant and frequently sorrowful life, which will be of interest to any fan of Whitney, music history, or modern celebrity. Members Reviews: Disappointed in narrator The narrator mispronounced names like Arista and totally butchered Leslie Uggam's name. Obviously she didn't know much about music or the entertainment industry. Based on tabloids, reads like a tabloid. What would have made Whitney Houston! better? The sources are mainly unnamed. The bulk of the time is spent repeating critic reviews on Houston's performances; without them, this audiobook would probably last two hours at best. And the narrator is fairly boring. What could Mark Bego have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? It would depend on the subject of his work. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Alex Barrett? I don't know; just anybody but Alex. Maybe she just wasn't that into the book. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? If anything, it shows in detail what Whitney Houston had to deal with for years, from her own issues, those close to her, Bobby Brown, and obviously, critics with an axe to grind... such as this writer's book. Any additional comments? There had already been a review on this book, and the reviewer summed it up. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Growing-Up-Dead-Audiobook/B00J0GWAIK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Growing Up Dead Subtitle: The Hallucinated Confessions of a Teenage Deadhead Author: Peter Conners Narrator: Chris Andrew Ciulla Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 03-17-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Told against the backdrop of the American landscape of the late '80s to the mid-'90s, Growing Up Dead is the story of Peter Conners's journey from straight-laced suburban kid to touring Deadhead. Peter discovered the Grateful Dead in 1985, at the age of 15, through friends who exchanged bootleg tapes of live Grateful Dead concerts. A teenager living in the suburbs of Rochester, New York, he became exposed to an entirely new way of life, and friends who were enjoying more freedom and less parental guidance. At the age of 16, he attended his first Grateful Dead concert on June 30, 1987 - he was hooked. Between 1987 and 1995, Conners would attend Dead 'shows' all over the United States. He traveled with a makeshift 'family' of other Deadheads in a Volkswagen camper, selling drugs and whatever else would provide gas money to the next concert. His hair was a wild, unkempt bush and baths were infrequent. In short, he had progressed from suburban kid, to Grateful Dead fan, to full-blown Deadhead. Chronicling this progression, which culminates with the 1995 death of Jerry Garcia, Conners reveals the truth behind Deadhead culture and history. The result is a riveting insight into the obsessive fandom that made The Grateful Dead the most successful touring band of all time, as well as a cultural phenomenon. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Peter Conners) Mon, 17 Mar 2014 20:48:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Growing-Up-Dead-Audiobook/B00J0GWAIK thebookvoice.com 06:43:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Growing Up Dead Subtitle: The Hallucinated Confessions of a Teenage Deadhead Author: Peter Conners Narrator: Chris Andrew Ciulla Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 03-17-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Told against the backdrop of the American landscape of the late '80s to the mid-'90s, Growing Up Dead is the story of Peter Conners's journey from straight-laced suburban kid to touring Deadhead. Peter discovered the Grateful Dead in 1985, at the age of 15, through friends who exchanged bootleg tapes of live Grateful Dead concerts. A teenager living in the suburbs of Rochester, New York, he became exposed to an entirely new way of life, and friends who were enjoying more freedom and less parental guidance. At the age of 16, he attended his first Grateful Dead concert on June 30, 1987 - he was hooked. Between 1987 and 1995, Conners would attend Dead 'shows' all over the United States. He traveled with a makeshift 'family' of other Deadheads in a Volkswagen camper, selling drugs and whatever else would provide gas money to the next concert. His hair was a wild, unkempt bush and baths were infrequent. In short, he had progressed from suburban kid, to Grateful Dead fan, to full-blown Deadhead. Chronicling this progression, which culminates with the 1995 death of Jerry Garcia, Conners reveals the truth behind Deadhead culture and history. The result is a riveting insight into the obsessive fandom that made The Grateful Dead the most successful touring band of all time, as well as a cultural phenomenon. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Growing Up Dead Subtitle: The Hallucinated Confessions of a Teenage Deadhead Author: Peter Conners Narrator: Chris Andrew Ciulla Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 03-17-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Told against the backdrop of the American landscape of the late '80s to the mid-'90s, Growing Up Dead is the story of Peter Conners's journey from straight-laced suburban kid to touring Deadhead. Peter discovered the Grateful Dead in 1985, at the age of 15, through friends who exchanged bootleg tapes of live Grateful Dead concerts. A teenager living in the suburbs of Rochester, New York, he became exposed to an entirely new way of life, and friends who were enjoying more freedom and less parental guidance. At the age of 16, he attended his first Grateful Dead concert on June 30, 1987 - he was hooked. Between 1987 and 1995, Conners would attend Dead 'shows' all over the United States. He traveled with a makeshift 'family' of other Deadheads in a Volkswagen camper, selling drugs and whatever else would provide gas money to the next concert. His hair was a wild, unkempt bush and baths were infrequent. In short, he had progressed from suburban kid, to Grateful Dead fan, to full-blown Deadhead. Chronicling this progression, which culminates with the 1995 death of Jerry Garcia, Conners reveals the truth behind Deadhead culture and history. The result is a riveting insight into the obsessive fandom that made The Grateful Dead the most successful touring band of all time, as well as a cultural phenomenon. Members Reviews: It's a living, we all gotta eat... Loved the book. There are some negative reviews out there that seem more the reviewer's distaste for the author's personal lifestyle at that time than they are an acknowledgement of the writing or the quality of the content. Understand the title. This is a book about the life of a stoner teen who falls in love with the Grateful Dead. He and his friends do drugs while following the band around a bit. Spoiler alert: sometimes he sold drugs as well. If you don't approve of that sort of thing, okay, but please don't pretend to read the book and then give it a bad 'review' to support your own viewpoint. Thank you. Meanwhile, I loved all the descriptions about what it was like to be a Deadhead: the parking lot action, pre-show apprehension, tripping, group-tripping, show(not 'concert')location strategy, Touch-heads, Tour-heads, the collapse of the scene, etc. There are lots of good insights throughout, like not all Deadheads are hippies and not all hippies are Deadheads. He poignantly writes about what it's like being a Deadhead 25 years after Jerry Garcia's death, and his own growth and maturity. A deadhead with a good memory! Conners does a very good job of revealing what it was like to be a Deadhead in the late '80's. He has an eye for detail and the book doesn't drag at all. I read the book because I was also a deadhead and I wanted to see what kind of job he would do and was pleasantly surprised. The book is well written and the flow is good. His writing is focused and he chooses to concentrate on a few key moments. If you were into the Dead, you'll probably enjoy the book. The one drawback is that I don't know if someone who wasn't into the scene and didn't know anything about it would enjoy the book? I read it looking for friends that might crop up, things I would remember, etc. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Life-Works-Giuseppe-Verdi-Audiobook/B00A4J9DGY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life & Works - Giuseppe Verdi Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Jeremy Siepmann, Freddie Jones, Elaine Claxton, David Timson, Steve Hodson, Charlie Simpson Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: With the possible exception of Mozart, Verdi is the most popular opera composer who ever lived. Quite early in his career his tunes were being cranked out by barrel organs throughout Europe and were well known to many who may never even have heard his name. But the complex man behind them remains elusive and puzzling. In this portrait-in-sound, Jeremy Siepmann and a group of distinguished actors take an in-depth look behind the popular image of a man who was, and perhaps remains, the most enduring national hero in Italian history and a colossus in the history of music itself. Here, Verdi comes alive through an utterly committed portrayal by Freddie Jones. The composers larger-than-life personality, with all its self-indulgent outbursts and irresistible expressions of artistic genius, is here conveyed in a unique and touching way. We can follow his path, as exemplary passages of music are smoothly intermingled with spoken text. Jeremy Siepmanns narration is enthralling and detailed, and the character behind this most fervently Italian music is fascinating to discover. Editorial Reviews: Jeremy Siepmann presents a biography of Verdi with the added dimension of his operatic music, played in small doses to punctuate the narrative. Since the playing of the pieces takes place during the biographical period in which they were written, Siepmann creates a robust composer's portrait. The British author performs the third-person narration, while male and female voices take speaking parts reading letters to and from Verdi. Although the chatty missives lack luster, the actors shout and whisper them as though lines from the great Bard himself. If the listener is not an opera fan, the talented voices and singers in this performance could create one. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jeremy Siepmann) Mon, 12 Nov 2012 17:56:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Life-Works-Giuseppe-Verdi-Audiobook/B00A4J9DGY thebookvoice.com 04:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life & Works - Giuseppe Verdi Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Jeremy Siepmann, Freddie Jones, Elaine Claxton, David Timson, Steve Hodson, Charlie Simpson Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: With the possible exception of Mozart, Verdi is the most popular opera composer who ever lived. Quite early in his career his tunes were being cranked out by barrel organs throughout Europe and were well known to many who may never even have heard his name. But the complex man behind them remains elusive and puzzling. In this portrait-in-sound, Jeremy Siepmann and a group of distinguished actors take an in-depth look behind the popular image of a man who was, and perhaps remains, the most enduring national hero in Italian history and a colossus in the history of music itself. Here, Verdi comes alive through an utterly committed portrayal by Freddie Jones. The composers larger-than-life personality, with all its self-indulgent outbursts and irresistible expressions of artistic genius, is here conveyed in a unique and touching way. We can follow his path, as exemplary passages of music are smoothly intermingled with spoken text. Jeremy Siepmanns narration is enthralling and detailed, and the character behind this most fervently Italian music is fascinating to discover. Editorial Reviews: Jeremy Siepmann presents a biography of Verdi with the added dimension of his operatic music, played in small doses to punctuate the narrative. Since the playing of the pieces takes place during the biographical period in which they were written, Siepmann creates a robust composer's portrait. The British author performs the third-person narration, while male and female voices take speaking parts reading letters to and from Verdi. Although the chatty missives lack luster, the actors shout and whisper them as though lines from the great Bard himself. If the listener is not an opera fan, the talented voices and singers in this performance could create one. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Life & Works - Giuseppe Verdi Author: Jeremy Siepmann Narrator: Jeremy Siepmann, Freddie Jones, Elaine Claxton, David Timson, Steve Hodson, Charlie Simpson Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: With the possible exception of Mozart, Verdi is the most popular opera composer who ever lived. Quite early in his career his tunes were being cranked out by barrel organs throughout Europe and were well known to many who may never even have heard his name. But the complex man behind them remains elusive and puzzling. In this portrait-in-sound, Jeremy Siepmann and a group of distinguished actors take an in-depth look behind the popular image of a man who was, and perhaps remains, the most enduring national hero in Italian history and a colossus in the history of music itself. Here, Verdi comes alive through an utterly committed portrayal by Freddie Jones. The composers larger-than-life personality, with all its self-indulgent outbursts and irresistible expressions of artistic genius, is here conveyed in a unique and touching way. We can follow his path, as exemplary passages of music are smoothly intermingled with spoken text. Jeremy Siepmanns narration is enthralling and detailed, and the character behind this most fervently Italian music is fascinating to discover. Editorial Reviews: Jeremy Siepmann presents a biography of Verdi with the added dimension of his operatic music, played in small doses to punctuate the narrative. Since the playing of the pieces takes place during the biographical period in which they were written, Siepmann creates a robust composer's portrait. The British author performs the third-person narration, while male and female voices take speaking parts reading letters to and from Verdi. Although the chatty missives lack luster, the actors shout and whisper them as though lines from the great Bard himself. If the listener is not an opera fan, the talented voices and singers in this performance could create one. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Walrus-and-the-Elephants-Audiobook/B00GSY3LV2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Walrus and the Elephants Subtitle: John Lennons Years of Revolution Author: James A. Mitchell Narrator: Stephen Hoye Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 12-03-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In late 1971 John Lennon left London behind and moved to New York, eager to join a youth movement rallying for social justice and an end to the Vietnam War. Lennon was quickly embraced by radicals and revolutionaries, the hippies and Yippies at odds with the establishment. Settling in Greenwich Village, the heart of Manhattan's counterculture, the former Beatle was soon on the frontlines of the antiwar movement and championing a range of causes and issues. Seen as a savior by a generation in need of cultural heroes, Lennon was just as passionately hounded by a government eager to find enemies within. The FBI and White House considered Lennon a threat; a plan was devised to deport the singer prior to the election as a "strategic counter-measure" to preserve Richard Nixon's presidency in 1972. The Walrus and the Elephants is told by an unlikely cast of friends, including the musicians of the Elephant's Memory band, who were among the few with a chance to see the man behind the Beatle. Exclusive interviews include writer and feminist leader Gloria Steinem; congressional black caucus cofounder Ron Dellums; "Chicago Seven" veteran Rennie Davis; immigration attorney Leon Wildes; and legendary poet-activist John Sinclair, whose imprisonment for marijuana - a 10-year sentence for two joints - kicked off Lennon's American journey. It was a busy year of making albums, controversial TV appearances, and what would be Lennon's last full-length concert at Madison Square Garden; it was also a time of great change in America, with many of the confrontations that began brewing in the sixties reaching an end...and the beginning of a new era. John Lennon fought for peace and was treated with scorn by some, suspicion by others - including a government wishing to silence the singer. The Walrus and the Elephants is a look back by those who fought the fight. He was a dreamer, but not the only one. Editorial Reviews: Finally, a John Lennon biography that takes a serious look beyond the mans music and childhood and into the strange figure that stalked the civic hangover of the 1970s. Performed by the mature, rich voice of veteran actor Stephen Hoye, this audiobook by James A. Mitchell takes up where the Beatles left off: The moody philosopher-musician in New York hawking political causes and suffering the scrutiny of a frightened U.S. government. Drawing on exclusive interviews with key figures ranging from Gloria Steinem to Ron Dellums, the book is a portrait of a time and a young man who served as a sometimes reluctant hero for so many. Lennon once sang that he did not believe in much - but many believed in him. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (James A. Mitchell) Tue, 03 Dec 2013 09:28:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Walrus-and-the-Elephants-Audiobook/B00GSY3LV2 thebookvoice.com 06:35:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Walrus and the Elephants Subtitle: John Lennons Years of Revolution Author: James A. Mitchell Narrator: Stephen Hoye Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 12-03-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In late 1971 John Lennon left London behind and moved to New York, eager to join a youth movement rallying for social justice and an end to the Vietnam War. Lennon was quickly embraced by radicals and revolutionaries, the hippies and Yippies at odds with the establishment. Settling in Greenwich Village, the heart of Manhattan's counterculture, the former Beatle was soon on the frontlines of the antiwar movement and championing a range of causes and issues. Seen as a savior by a generation in need of cultural heroes, Lennon was just as passionately hounded by a government eager to find enemies within. The FBI and White House considered Lennon a threat; a plan was devised to deport the singer prior to the election as a "strategic counter-measure" to preserve Richard Nixon's presidency in 1972. The Walrus and the Elephants is told by an unlikely cast of friends, including the musicians of the Elephant's Memory band, who were among the few with a chance to see the man behind the Beatle. Exclusive interviews include writer and feminist leader Gloria Steinem; congressional black caucus cofounder Ron Dellums; "Chicago Seven" veteran Rennie Davis; immigration attorney Leon Wildes; and legendary poet-activist John Sinclair, whose imprisonment for marijuana - a 10-year sentence for two joints - kicked off Lennon's American journey. It was a busy year of making albums, controversial TV appearances, and what would be Lennon's last full-length concert at Madison Square Garden; it was also a time of great change in America, with many of the confrontations that began brewing in the sixties reaching an end...and the beginning of a new era. John Lennon fought for peace and was treated with scorn by some, suspicion by others - including a government wishing to silence the singer. The Walrus and the Elephants is a look back by those who fought the fight. He was a dreamer, but not the only one. Editorial Reviews: Finally, a John Lennon biography that takes a serious look beyond the mans music and childhood and into the strange figure that stalked the civic hangover of the 1970s. Performed by the mature, rich voice of veteran actor Stephen Hoye, this audiobook by James A. Mitchell takes up where the Beatles left off: The moody philosopher-musician in New York hawking political causes and suffering the scrutiny of a frightened U.S. government. Drawing on exclusive interviews with key figures ranging from Gloria Steinem to Ron Dellums, the book is a portrait of a time and a young man who served as a sometimes reluctant hero for so many. Lennon once sang that he did not believe in much - but many believed in him. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Walrus and the Elephants Subtitle: John Lennons Years of Revolution Author: James A. Mitchell Narrator: Stephen Hoye Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 12-03-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In late 1971 John Lennon left London behind and moved to New York, eager to join a youth movement rallying for social justice and an end to the Vietnam War. Lennon was quickly embraced by radicals and revolutionaries, the hippies and Yippies at odds with the establishment. Settling in Greenwich Village, the heart of Manhattan's counterculture, the former Beatle was soon on the frontlines of the antiwar movement and championing a range of causes and issues. Seen as a savior by a generation in need of cultural heroes, Lennon was just as passionately hounded by a government eager to find enemies within. The FBI and White House considered Lennon a threat; a plan was devised to deport the singer prior to the election as a "strategic counter-measure" to preserve Richard Nixon's presidency in 1972. The Walrus and the Elephants is told by an unlikely cast of friends, including the musicians of the Elephant's Memory band, who were among the few with a chance to see the man behind the Beatle. Exclusive interviews include writer and feminist leader Gloria Steinem; congressional black caucus cofounder Ron Dellums; "Chicago Seven" veteran Rennie Davis; immigration attorney Leon Wildes; and legendary poet-activist John Sinclair, whose imprisonment for marijuana - a 10-year sentence for two joints - kicked off Lennon's American journey. It was a busy year of making albums, controversial TV appearances, and what would be Lennon's last full-length concert at Madison Square Garden; it was also a time of great change in America, with many of the confrontations that began brewing in the sixties reaching an end...and the beginning of a new era. John Lennon fought for peace and was treated with scorn by some, suspicion by others - including a government wishing to silence the singer. The Walrus and the Elephants is a look back by those who fought the fight. He was a dreamer, but not the only one. Editorial Reviews: Finally, a John Lennon biography that takes a serious look beyond the mans music and childhood and into the strange figure that stalked the civic hangover of the 1970s. Performed by the mature, rich voice of veteran actor Stephen Hoye, this audiobook by James A. Mitchell takes up where the Beatles left off: The moody philosopher-musician in New York hawking political causes and suffering the scrutiny of a frightened U.S. government. Drawing on exclusive interviews with key figures ranging from Gloria Steinem to Ron Dellums, the book is a portrait of a time and a young man who served as a sometimes reluctant hero for so many. Lennon once sang that he did not believe in much - but many believed in him. Members Reviews: I wish you were still here As a teenager in the 1970's, I was never a Beatles fan (I was more into the Stones), but some of John Lennon's post-Beatles music, such as "Mother" and "Imagine", made such a strong impression on me because they sounded like they were coming right out of his very personal inner self. But I was a bit too young then to know exactly what was going on politically. This book filled me in with the information on the cultural and political background in America that Lennon walks into at the time and vividly depicts how he lived through the period and influenced many people (to the point that Nixon was afraid of him). https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Where-Have-All-the-Flowers-Gone-Audiobook/B00K5UFCR6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Where Have All the Flowers Gone? Subtitle: A Selection from Pete Seeger: The Storm King Author: Pete Seeger, Jeff Haynes (editor) Narrator: Pete Seeger, Bianca Merkley (performer), Sean Harkness (performer), Sabina Torosjan (performer) Format: Original Recording Length: 11 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This fresh rendition of Pete's classic song is bookended with just percussion and vocals transitioning to Pete's spoken word, classical guitar, and violin - as Pete tells the story, beginning with the Cossack soldiers and ending with the German actress, Marlene Dietrich, of how he came to write his lyrics and how the song was embraced around the world. This single is part of the ongoing project called Pete Seeger: The Storm King - an audio collection presenting Seeger's spoken words as he captivatingly recounts his most engaging stories, narratives, and poems - set to new music, produced by world-renowned percussionist/producer Jeff Haynes, from over 50 musicians from traditions as diverse as African Music, Blues, Bluegrass, Classical Guitar, Folk, Jazz, Native American Music, and World Beat. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Pete Seeger) Wed, 07 May 2014 15:46:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Where-Have-All-the-Flowers-Gone-Audiobook/B00K5UFCR6 thebookvoice.com 00:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Where Have All the Flowers Gone? Subtitle: A Selection from Pete Seeger: The Storm King Author: Pete Seeger, Jeff Haynes (editor) Narrator: Pete Seeger, Bianca Merkley (performer), Sean Harkness (performer), Sabina Torosjan (performer) Format: Original Recording Length: 11 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This fresh rendition of Pete's classic song is bookended with just percussion and vocals transitioning to Pete's spoken word, classical guitar, and violin - as Pete tells the story, beginning with the Cossack soldiers and ending with the German actress, Marlene Dietrich, of how he came to write his lyrics and how the song was embraced around the world. This single is part of the ongoing project called Pete Seeger: The Storm King - an audio collection presenting Seeger's spoken words as he captivatingly recounts his most engaging stories, narratives, and poems - set to new music, produced by world-renowned percussionist/producer Jeff Haynes, from over 50 musicians from traditions as diverse as African Music, Blues, Bluegrass, Classical Guitar, Folk, Jazz, Native American Music, and World Beat. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Where Have All the Flowers Gone? Subtitle: A Selection from Pete Seeger: The Storm King Author: Pete Seeger, Jeff Haynes (editor) Narrator: Pete Seeger, Bianca Merkley (performer), Sean Harkness (performer), Sabina Torosjan (performer) Format: Original Recording Length: 11 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This fresh rendition of Pete's classic song is bookended with just percussion and vocals transitioning to Pete's spoken word, classical guitar, and violin - as Pete tells the story, beginning with the Cossack soldiers and ending with the German actress, Marlene Dietrich, of how he came to write his lyrics and how the song was embraced around the world. This single is part of the ongoing project called Pete Seeger: The Storm King - an audio collection presenting Seeger's spoken words as he captivatingly recounts his most engaging stories, narratives, and poems - set to new music, produced by world-renowned percussionist/producer Jeff Haynes, from over 50 musicians from traditions as diverse as African Music, Blues, Bluegrass, Classical Guitar, Folk, Jazz, Native American Music, and World Beat. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Lick-Me-Audiobook/B00H2U70MM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lick Me Subtitle: How I Became Cherry Vanilla Author: Cherry Vanilla Narrator: Cherry Vanilla Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Steeped in sex, drugs, and rock n roll, Lick Me takes the reader on a juicy journey through the life and times of the infamous Cherry Vanilla. A wunderkind on Madison Avenue in the swinging sixties, Cherry soon found fame as a DJ in clubs in Manhattan and on the French Riviera. She starred in Andy Warhols play Pork in London while gaining notoriety as a groupie, sleeping with musicians ranging from Leon Russell to Kris Kristofferson. Working as David Bowies PR lady (and occasional lover), she played a major part in introducing him to the U.S. market. She was on the front lines when punk broke, one of the few successful women in the genre; her backing band was the Police, and she released two insouciant albums on RCA. Cherrys memoir takes us on a journey from the birth of rock to the explosion of punk, exploring every aspect of the music industry during its most electrifying era, with memorable detours through the sexual revolution, the womens liberation movement, and the theater of the ridiculous. But Cherrys life wasnt all excitement and high times. From unwanted pregnancies to poverty and public ridicule, Lick Me also takes us through Cherrys own problems, including sex addiction and OCD, and reveals how she dealt with them. Lick Me reveals the thrilling life of a woman who pulled herself up from humble beginnings and fearlessly lived her dreams. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Cherry Vanilla) Thu, 05 Dec 2013 00:55:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Lick-Me-Audiobook/B00H2U70MM thebookvoice.com 10:46:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lick Me Subtitle: How I Became Cherry Vanilla Author: Cherry Vanilla Narrator: Cherry Vanilla Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Steeped in sex, drugs, and rock n roll, Lick Me takes the reader on a juicy journey through the life and times of the infamous Cherry Vanilla. A wunderkind on Madison Avenue in the swinging sixties, Cherry soon found fame as a DJ in clubs in Manhattan and on the French Riviera. She starred in Andy Warhols play Pork in London while gaining notoriety as a groupie, sleeping with musicians ranging from Leon Russell to Kris Kristofferson. Working as David Bowies PR lady (and occasional lover), she played a major part in introducing him to the U.S. market. She was on the front lines when punk broke, one of the few successful women in the genre; her backing band was the Police, and she released two insouciant albums on RCA. Cherrys memoir takes us on a journey from the birth of rock to the explosion of punk, exploring every aspect of the music industry during its most electrifying era, with memorable detours through the sexual revolution, the womens liberation movement, and the theater of the ridiculous. But Cherrys life wasnt all excitement and high times. From unwanted pregnancies to poverty and public ridicule, Lick Me also takes us through Cherrys own problems, including sex addiction and OCD, and reveals how she dealt with them. Lick Me reveals the thrilling life of a woman who pulled herself up from humble beginnings and fearlessly lived her dreams. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lick Me Subtitle: How I Became Cherry Vanilla Author: Cherry Vanilla Narrator: Cherry Vanilla Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Steeped in sex, drugs, and rock n roll, Lick Me takes the reader on a juicy journey through the life and times of the infamous Cherry Vanilla. A wunderkind on Madison Avenue in the swinging sixties, Cherry soon found fame as a DJ in clubs in Manhattan and on the French Riviera. She starred in Andy Warhols play Pork in London while gaining notoriety as a groupie, sleeping with musicians ranging from Leon Russell to Kris Kristofferson. Working as David Bowies PR lady (and occasional lover), she played a major part in introducing him to the U.S. market. She was on the front lines when punk broke, one of the few successful women in the genre; her backing band was the Police, and she released two insouciant albums on RCA. Cherrys memoir takes us on a journey from the birth of rock to the explosion of punk, exploring every aspect of the music industry during its most electrifying era, with memorable detours through the sexual revolution, the womens liberation movement, and the theater of the ridiculous. But Cherrys life wasnt all excitement and high times. From unwanted pregnancies to poverty and public ridicule, Lick Me also takes us through Cherrys own problems, including sex addiction and OCD, and reveals how she dealt with them. Lick Me reveals the thrilling life of a woman who pulled herself up from humble beginnings and fearlessly lived her dreams. Members Reviews: Even better when read by Cherry Would you consider the audio edition of Lick Me to be better than the print version? I loved this when it was a book, but when I heard Cherry was reading it herself, I really needed to "read" it this way too. She's always had a very clear, pleasant and recognizable voice, and this is just the kind of book you want to experience straight from the horses mouth. There's nothing like the sound of a voice from a mouth that tries to hold back the smile of a guilty pleasure. Any additional comments? Cherry has found just the right amount of self humor to be able to entertain with this wild story of her life, that touched (both literally and figuratively) the lives of many others, both famous and unknown. It's a delight to hear her memories of a different time, and follow her story with its ups and downs that she recounts so candidly. Lick Me is a treasure. Not just juicy, but funny, heartwarming and thoroughly entertaining. Raw and honest. Is there anything you would change about this book? It's her story, so far be it for me to change anything. She is who she is. Unlike Bebe Buell, whose book I found pretentious and insufferable, the intrepid Ms Vanilla is almost painfully honest about who she is, how she was perceived,and her debauchery. She does not pretend to be more than she was, yet fearlessly was who she was. Cherry Vanilla takes you along on her journey--no self-aggrandizing pontifications. She has no qualms about being a skank, and becomes an admirable skank in the process--she beats to her own drummer, and--on several occasions--beat out quite a tune. That said, this could have benefited from a bit of an edit. There was some redundancy--same story, different people--but that was how she lived it. I give her kudos. A real "bad girl" who makes no apologies---and has not added a gilded overlay of illusion over her story. What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) A bit torn. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/American-Legends-The-Life-of-Bob-Dylan-Audiobook/B00Z7A28WG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Legends: The Life of Bob Dylan Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Christian Carvajal Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 06-09-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "I have dined with kings, I've been offered wings. And I've never been too impressed." (Bob Dylan) In the space of just a few years, Bob Dylan, born Robert Allen Zimmerman, rose from the obscurity of a small Minnesota town to a position of royalty atop the folk music landscape. Not content to remain for long within that niche, however, he went on to conquer rock with elements of blues, jazz, pop, country, gospel, rockabilly, and ethnic music of the British Isles, not to mention authoring several books, working in film soundtracks, acting, and holding international art exhibits of his work along the way. In the 1960s, "Blowin' in the Wind" and "The Times They Are a-Changin'" became anthems of the antiwar and civil rights movements. The initially baffling young folk singer who appeared out of nowhere was awarded a special Pulitzer Prize for "his profound impact on popular music and American culture, marked by lyrical compositions of extraordinary poetic power." Over the span of his career, he has received Grammy Awards, Golden Globes, and Academy Awards, and he has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame, the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, not to mention being awarded the Pulitzer Prize and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Tue, 09 Jun 2015 15:23:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/American-Legends-The-Life-of-Bob-Dylan-Audiobook/B00Z7A28WG thebookvoice.com 01:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Legends: The Life of Bob Dylan Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Christian Carvajal Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 06-09-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "I have dined with kings, I've been offered wings. And I've never been too impressed." (Bob Dylan) In the space of just a few years, Bob Dylan, born Robert Allen Zimmerman, rose from the obscurity of a small Minnesota town to a position of royalty atop the folk music landscape. Not content to remain for long within that niche, however, he went on to conquer rock with elements of blues, jazz, pop, country, gospel, rockabilly, and ethnic music of the British Isles, not to mention authoring several books, working in film soundtracks, acting, and holding international art exhibits of his work along the way. In the 1960s, "Blowin' in the Wind" and "The Times They Are a-Changin'" became anthems of the antiwar and civil rights movements. The initially baffling young folk singer who appeared out of nowhere was awarded a special Pulitzer Prize for "his profound impact on popular music and American culture, marked by lyrical compositions of extraordinary poetic power." Over the span of his career, he has received Grammy Awards, Golden Globes, and Academy Awards, and he has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame, the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, not to mention being awarded the Pulitzer Prize and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Legends: The Life of Bob Dylan Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Christian Carvajal Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 06-09-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "I have dined with kings, I've been offered wings. And I've never been too impressed." (Bob Dylan) In the space of just a few years, Bob Dylan, born Robert Allen Zimmerman, rose from the obscurity of a small Minnesota town to a position of royalty atop the folk music landscape. Not content to remain for long within that niche, however, he went on to conquer rock with elements of blues, jazz, pop, country, gospel, rockabilly, and ethnic music of the British Isles, not to mention authoring several books, working in film soundtracks, acting, and holding international art exhibits of his work along the way. In the 1960s, "Blowin' in the Wind" and "The Times They Are a-Changin'" became anthems of the antiwar and civil rights movements. The initially baffling young folk singer who appeared out of nowhere was awarded a special Pulitzer Prize for "his profound impact on popular music and American culture, marked by lyrical compositions of extraordinary poetic power." Over the span of his career, he has received Grammy Awards, Golden Globes, and Academy Awards, and he has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame, the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, not to mention being awarded the Pulitzer Prize and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Members Reviews: Bob Dylan, Greatest Songwriter of 20th Century Adapted & Changed with the Times & each Generation This 54 page booklet has a good deal of information worth every minute of your time. I was surprised, pleasantly, to learn just how many times Bob Dylan bounced back after producing a poorly received album. Unlike most artists, Dylan's poor albums were the result of his willingness to do something new and different. The genius of Dylan was his ability to absorb the aura of those with whom he dwelt. If he were to have been dropped into a village in the Amazon Jungle, Dylan would have (without even learning their language) absorbed all of the angst and concern, then gone on to write a couple dozen songs that the rest of us would have been swayed to help reverse the tragedy. Johnny Cash, as quoted by this booklet, was the greatest (song) writer of our generation. Further, as Pete Seeger once quoted to me, "Regarding protest songs, Phil Ochs tried the hardest, Pete Seeger tried the longest, but Bob Dylan tried the best." While writing this review, incidentally, on Blue Bloods, Selleck's son Danny went into a church and one Dylan's great songs started playing...Knock, knock knocking on Heaven's door. I loved reading American Legends: The Life of Bob Dylan today. A quick, easy read. The life of Bob Dylan I really enjoyed reading American Legenda, The Life of Bob Dylan. It gives a Good look into the his life and career. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Sonic-Youth-Audiobook/B002V8H3WW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sonic Youth Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 19 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Sonic Youth. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Taken from veteran Canadian radio broadcaster and music journalist Alan Cross' four-volume audio guide to alternative rock, this is a short but in-depth account of one of the most uncompromising and influential bands in recent history. Rock lovers looking for a fact-filled crash course in Sonic Youth's history - from New York no-wave iconoclasts to indie rock darlings - need look no further. Cross' many years on the air come through in his cool, confident voice and matter-of-fact style, which makes listening a pleasure. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Cross) Tue, 01 Sep 2009 18:25:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Sonic-Youth-Audiobook/B002V8H3WW thebookvoice.com 00:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sonic Youth Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 19 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Sonic Youth. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Taken from veteran Canadian radio broadcaster and music journalist Alan Cross' four-volume audio guide to alternative rock, this is a short but in-depth account of one of the most uncompromising and influential bands in recent history. Rock lovers looking for a fact-filled crash course in Sonic Youth's history - from New York no-wave iconoclasts to indie rock darlings - need look no further. Cross' many years on the air come through in his cool, confident voice and matter-of-fact style, which makes listening a pleasure. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sonic Youth Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 19 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Sonic Youth. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Taken from veteran Canadian radio broadcaster and music journalist Alan Cross' four-volume audio guide to alternative rock, this is a short but in-depth account of one of the most uncompromising and influential bands in recent history. Rock lovers looking for a fact-filled crash course in Sonic Youth's history - from New York no-wave iconoclasts to indie rock darlings - need look no further. Cross' many years on the air come through in his cool, confident voice and matter-of-fact style, which makes listening a pleasure. Members Reviews: Sonic Youth demistified ... well almost! If you could sum up Sonic Youth in three words, what would they be? A relevant read What other book might you compare Sonic Youth to and why? Similar to all Alan Cross' guides: they exude a matter-of-fact and respectful style, which paints a refreshing overview of the bands he covers What does Alan Cross bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Alan Cross makes the story completely believable Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The whole book was particularly moving Any additional comments? Make the purchase, you'll be wiser for doing it! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Velvet-Underground-Audiobook/B002UZL2NC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Velvet Underground Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 28 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of The Velvet Underground. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: In The Velvet Underground: The Alan Cross Guide, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross offers a concise, fascinating overview of this groundbreaking New York band. Cross speaks knowledgably about "the Velvets" and their impact on alternative rock bands like Nirvana and David Bowie. He provides biographies on the groups members, especially singer Lou Reed, and provides little-known tidbits about the making of the bands four studio albums. Cross has the tone and delivery of an experienced radio disc jockey. Although his performance is rehearsed, his delivery feels off-the-cuff and conversational. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Cross) Mon, 31 Aug 2009 13:16:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Velvet-Underground-Audiobook/B002UZL2NC thebookvoice.com 00:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Velvet Underground Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 28 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of The Velvet Underground. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: In The Velvet Underground: The Alan Cross Guide, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross offers a concise, fascinating overview of this groundbreaking New York band. Cross speaks knowledgably about "the Velvets" and their impact on alternative rock bands like Nirvana and David Bowie. He provides biographies on the groups members, especially singer Lou Reed, and provides little-known tidbits about the making of the bands four studio albums. Cross has the tone and delivery of an experienced radio disc jockey. Although his performance is rehearsed, his delivery feels off-the-cuff and conversational. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Velvet Underground Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 28 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of The Velvet Underground. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: In The Velvet Underground: The Alan Cross Guide, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross offers a concise, fascinating overview of this groundbreaking New York band. Cross speaks knowledgably about "the Velvets" and their impact on alternative rock bands like Nirvana and David Bowie. He provides biographies on the groups members, especially singer Lou Reed, and provides little-known tidbits about the making of the bands four studio albums. Cross has the tone and delivery of an experienced radio disc jockey. Although his performance is rehearsed, his delivery feels off-the-cuff and conversational. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Hillbilly-Heart-Audiobook/B00BZ82MFM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hillbilly Heart Author: Billy Ray Cyrus, Todd Gold Narrator: Eric G. Dove Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 04-16-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Billy Ray Cyrus is an award-winning country music legend whose "Achy Breaky Heart" propelled his debut album, Some Gave All, to the top of the charts for a record-breaking 17 weeks. Hes also the father of Miley Cyrus, one of Hollywoods most successful young stars, who grew up on stage and on screen, most famously as the lead on the Disney Channels Hannah Montana - where Billy Ray Cyrus played her dad. But sometimes the truth is even better than fiction. Now fans can learn about Cyruss tenacious, inspiring struggle to find his own way through faith, family, and the power of music. Hillbilly Heart opens during Cyrus turbulent childhood in Kentucky, where he sought refuge in music and sports after his parents divorce. He was a troublemaker in training, known more for his pranks than for following in his preacher grandfathers much-vaunted footsteps. But when he heard a voice telling him to get a left-handed guitar and start a band, this rebel finally found his cause. Ten years later, after tirelessly working the club circuit and knocking on the closed doors of music executives from Nashville to Los Angeles, Cyrus made a stratospheric breakthrough, becoming a multi-platinum-selling artist and taking his rock-and-roll twist on country music to the worlds stage. Cyrus fans have always been able to piece together the details of his life through his lyrics - the ups and downs, adventures, and disappointments - but Hillbilly Heart gives them a front-row seat for his most candid performance ever. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Billy Ray Cyrus) Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:55:33 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Hillbilly-Heart-Audiobook/B00BZ82MFM thebookvoice.com 07:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hillbilly Heart Author: Billy Ray Cyrus, Todd Gold Narrator: Eric G. Dove Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 04-16-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Billy Ray Cyrus is an award-winning country music legend whose "Achy Breaky Heart" propelled his debut album, Some Gave All, to the top of the charts for a record-breaking 17 weeks. Hes also the father of Miley Cyrus, one of Hollywoods most successful young stars, who grew up on stage and on screen, most famously as the lead on the Disney Channels Hannah Montana - where Billy Ray Cyrus played her dad. But sometimes the truth is even better than fiction. Now fans can learn about Cyruss tenacious, inspiring struggle to find his own way through faith, family, and the power of music. Hillbilly Heart opens during Cyrus turbulent childhood in Kentucky, where he sought refuge in music and sports after his parents divorce. He was a troublemaker in training, known more for his pranks than for following in his preacher grandfathers much-vaunted footsteps. But when he heard a voice telling him to get a left-handed guitar and start a band, this rebel finally found his cause. Ten years later, after tirelessly working the club circuit and knocking on the closed doors of music executives from Nashville to Los Angeles, Cyrus made a stratospheric breakthrough, becoming a multi-platinum-selling artist and taking his rock-and-roll twist on country music to the worlds stage. Cyrus fans have always been able to piece together the details of his life through his lyrics - the ups and downs, adventures, and disappointments - but Hillbilly Heart gives them a front-row seat for his most candid performance ever. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hillbilly Heart Author: Billy Ray Cyrus, Todd Gold Narrator: Eric G. Dove Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 04-16-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Billy Ray Cyrus is an award-winning country music legend whose "Achy Breaky Heart" propelled his debut album, Some Gave All, to the top of the charts for a record-breaking 17 weeks. Hes also the father of Miley Cyrus, one of Hollywoods most successful young stars, who grew up on stage and on screen, most famously as the lead on the Disney Channels Hannah Montana - where Billy Ray Cyrus played her dad. But sometimes the truth is even better than fiction. Now fans can learn about Cyruss tenacious, inspiring struggle to find his own way through faith, family, and the power of music. Hillbilly Heart opens during Cyrus turbulent childhood in Kentucky, where he sought refuge in music and sports after his parents divorce. He was a troublemaker in training, known more for his pranks than for following in his preacher grandfathers much-vaunted footsteps. But when he heard a voice telling him to get a left-handed guitar and start a band, this rebel finally found his cause. Ten years later, after tirelessly working the club circuit and knocking on the closed doors of music executives from Nashville to Los Angeles, Cyrus made a stratospheric breakthrough, becoming a multi-platinum-selling artist and taking his rock-and-roll twist on country music to the worlds stage. Cyrus fans have always been able to piece together the details of his life through his lyrics - the ups and downs, adventures, and disappointments - but Hillbilly Heart gives them a front-row seat for his most candid performance ever. Members Reviews: A Humble Hero and Superstar! Loved It! Extremely well written and read. This Man's story is heart wrenching..... I couldn't stop listening. Why didn't I know about all of his Albums after Achy Breaky and Some Gave All!! He struggled hard for his recognition. Shame on Hollywood and Mainstream Media for not making this man's good news a priority over all the decades.. They always want a bad news story. I'm going to buy all his records and watch all of his movies. A good heart in a good man is hard to find! You will find it here! we need more of this. God Bless the Cyrus Family.... Excellent choice in Narrator! I'm going to listen Again! an honest insight to someone I admire! Growing up I took great interest in this man, his life story and all of his music. Too few people never went beyond his first song. Loved this story! Great Book on Billy's Life Narration sounded a lot like Billy's voice which added to its authentic style. This book lets you see what Billy went through growing up and how he evolved into one of America's best loved celebrities. It is very personal and you really feel like you know Billy after listening to this book. I enjoyed it very much. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Pearl-Jam-Audiobook/B002V5H5LO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pearl Jam Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 34 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Pearl Jam. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Broadcaster and music journalist Alan Cross writes and presents this introduction to Pearl Jam, one of the most successful bands to come of age in the '90s, as well as one of the most interesting modern bands from the perspective of its stance on the shifting power dynamics of the music industry over the past 20 years. Cross, a lively and engaged narrator whose performance of his own text is clear, well-paced, and enthusiastic, covers basic band background material - who, how, where, when, why - as well as contextualizing the groups rise to fame and providing a rundown of how Pearl Jam has taken a stance against mass-market commercialization of music as an art form. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Cross) Mon, 31 Aug 2009 06:11:52 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Pearl-Jam-Audiobook/B002V5H5LO thebookvoice.com 00:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pearl Jam Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 34 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Pearl Jam. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Broadcaster and music journalist Alan Cross writes and presents this introduction to Pearl Jam, one of the most successful bands to come of age in the '90s, as well as one of the most interesting modern bands from the perspective of its stance on the shifting power dynamics of the music industry over the past 20 years. Cross, a lively and engaged narrator whose performance of his own text is clear, well-paced, and enthusiastic, covers basic band background material - who, how, where, when, why - as well as contextualizing the groups rise to fame and providing a rundown of how Pearl Jam has taken a stance against mass-market commercialization of music as an art form. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pearl Jam Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 34 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Pearl Jam. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Broadcaster and music journalist Alan Cross writes and presents this introduction to Pearl Jam, one of the most successful bands to come of age in the '90s, as well as one of the most interesting modern bands from the perspective of its stance on the shifting power dynamics of the music industry over the past 20 years. Cross, a lively and engaged narrator whose performance of his own text is clear, well-paced, and enthusiastic, covers basic band background material - who, how, where, when, why - as well as contextualizing the groups rise to fame and providing a rundown of how Pearl Jam has taken a stance against mass-market commercialization of music as an art form. Members Reviews: Are you serious? Who's Jeff Fairweather? Does he mean Bruce? And Andrew woke from his coma but sadly died days later after he mysteriously had a reversal of fortune...10 hours of nursing notes missing...his info is poor and wrong...better off looking into documentaries....this guy is a cash grab tool and uses basic resource info found in Wikipedia...sad Anything Pearl Jam A great outline of Pearl Jam through the years and of Eddy Vedder. But by no means the full story. Loved every minute. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Loves-Forever-Changes-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002UZLFXE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Love's Forever Changes (33 1/3 Series) Author: Andrew Hultkrans Narrator: Jeremy Beck Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Conceived as the last testament of a charismatic recluse who believe he was about to die, Forever Changes is one of the defining albums of an era. Here, Andrew Hultkrans explores the myriad depths of this bizarre and brilliant record. Charting bohemian Los Angeles' descent into chaos at the end of the 60's, he teases out the literary and mystical influences behind Arthur Lee's lyrics, and argues that Lee was both inspired and burdened by a powerful prophetic urge. Andrew Hultkrans is a writer who lives in Brooklyn. He is the former editor-in-chief of Bookforum magazine.33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. (A task which can be, as Elvis Costello famously observed, as tricky as dancing about architecture.) What binds this series together, and what brings it to life, is that all of the authors - musicians, scholars, and writers - are deeply in love with the album they have chosen. Editorial Reviews: The band Love in many ways envisioned the climate of the summer of love through a darker, more realistic lens than many of their flower-power contemporaries. Andrew Hultkrans examines their third album, 1967's Forever Changes, detailing frontman Arthur Lee's paranoia and apocalyptic prophecies that it was fueled by. The music on the album is hard to classify: part folk rock, part psychedelia, with orchestral arrangements and heavy themes. This may be why the album was not very commercially successful on its release, even compared to Love's other albums, but was critically praised and remains extremely relevant in its vision and sensibility. Jeremy Beck performs the audiobook with melancholic intensity, describing the already world-weary young Lee and Love's powerful and beautiful album. Critic Reviews: "Hultkrans obsesses brilliantly on the rock legends' seminal disc." (Vanity Fair) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Andrew Hultkrans) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:09:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Loves-Forever-Changes-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B002UZLFXE thebookvoice.com 02:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Love's Forever Changes (33 1/3 Series) Author: Andrew Hultkrans Narrator: Jeremy Beck Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Conceived as the last testament of a charismatic recluse who believe he was about to die, Forever Changes is one of the defining albums of an era. Here, Andrew Hultkrans explores the myriad depths of this bizarre and brilliant record. Charting bohemian Los Angeles' descent into chaos at the end of the 60's, he teases out the literary and mystical influences behind Arthur Lee's lyrics, and argues that Lee was both inspired and burdened by a powerful prophetic urge. Andrew Hultkrans is a writer who lives in Brooklyn. He is the former editor-in-chief of Bookforum magazine.33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. (A task which can be, as Elvis Costello famously observed, as tricky as dancing about architecture.) What binds this series together, and what brings it to life, is that all of the authors - musicians, scholars, and writers - are deeply in love with the album they have chosen. Editorial Reviews: The band Love in many ways envisioned the climate of the summer of love through a darker, more realistic lens than many of their flower-power contemporaries. Andrew Hultkrans examines their third album, 1967's Forever Changes, detailing frontman Arthur Lee's paranoia and apocalyptic prophecies that it was fueled by. The music on the album is hard to classify: part folk rock, part psychedelia, with orchestral arrangements and heavy themes. This may be why the album was not very commercially successful on its release, even compared to Love's other albums, but was critically praised and remains extremely relevant in its vision and sensibility. Jeremy Beck performs the audiobook with melancholic intensity, describing the already world-weary young Lee and Love's powerful and beautiful album. Critic Reviews: "Hultkrans obsesses brilliantly on the rock legends' seminal disc." (Vanity Fair) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Love's Forever Changes (33 1/3 Series) Author: Andrew Hultkrans Narrator: Jeremy Beck Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Conceived as the last testament of a charismatic recluse who believe he was about to die, Forever Changes is one of the defining albums of an era. Here, Andrew Hultkrans explores the myriad depths of this bizarre and brilliant record. Charting bohemian Los Angeles' descent into chaos at the end of the 60's, he teases out the literary and mystical influences behind Arthur Lee's lyrics, and argues that Lee was both inspired and burdened by a powerful prophetic urge. Andrew Hultkrans is a writer who lives in Brooklyn. He is the former editor-in-chief of Bookforum magazine.33 1/3 is a new series of short books about critically acclaimed and much-loved albums of the last 40 years. Focusing on one album rather than an artist's entire output, the books dispense with the standard biographical background that fans know already, and cut to the heart of the music on each album. The authors provide fresh, original perspectives - often through their access to and relationships with the key figures involved in the recording of these albums. By turns obsessive, passionate, creative, and informed, the books in this series demonstrate many different ways of writing about music. (A task which can be, as Elvis Costello famously observed, as tricky as dancing about architecture.) What binds this series together, and what brings it to life, is that all of the authors - musicians, scholars, and writers - are deeply in love with the album they have chosen. Editorial Reviews: The band Love in many ways envisioned the climate of the summer of love through a darker, more realistic lens than many of their flower-power contemporaries. Andrew Hultkrans examines their third album, 1967's Forever Changes, detailing frontman Arthur Lee's paranoia and apocalyptic prophecies that it was fueled by. The music on the album is hard to classify: part folk rock, part psychedelia, with orchestral arrangements and heavy themes. This may be why the album was not very commercially successful on its release, even compared to Love's other albums, but was critically praised and remains extremely relevant in its vision and sensibility. Jeremy Beck performs the audiobook with melancholic intensity, describing the already world-weary young Lee and Love's powerful and beautiful album. Critic Reviews: "Hultkrans obsesses brilliantly on the rock legends' seminal disc." (Vanity Fair) Members Reviews: Tangential What did you like best about Love's Forever Changes (33 1/3 Series)? What did you like least? There were a few nuggets in this short book that I was unaware of. It is interesting that Arthur Lee had seen Marat/Sade multiple times and drew inspiration from it. Hulkrans rolls the dice on other possible points of inspiration, including existentialism (heavily), Buddhism (briefly) and the gnostics (a curious tangent). While it's possible that Lee had this depth of academic knowledge when he was composing the lyrics for Forever Changes, the author is indulging in a LOT of guesswork. Granted, Arthur Lee was a mysterious figure who did not yield his secrets easily, so it may have been difficult to find more clues about Lee's direct inspiration. Hulkrans also focuses HEAVILY on the dark side of LA, including mysticism and the Mansons. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Oasis-Audiobook/B00BCKGB9Q Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Oasis Subtitle: The Truth - My Life as Oasis's Drummer Author: Tony McCarroll Narrator: Stephen Ballantyne Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-13 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In 1991, five wannabe Mancunian musicians came together and cracked the spark that ignited the explosion which became Oasis. The band went from obscurity to a global phenomenon in the space of a year, achieving world-wide recognition and selling over 70 million records. What started out as five young lads with a common dream of becoming rock stars eventually disintegrated into in-fighting, clashes of egos, and financial disputes. In 1995, following the release of Definitely Maybe - the fastest-selling debut of all time - things came to a head and drummer Tony McCarroll left the band. In this candid and hilarious book, Tony tells one of the most in-depth rock 'n' roll stories of modern times. He reveals the truth about the early years before the band was even formed; he tells of the drinking and drug consumption. Plus, he talks of his much-publicized rift with Noel Gallagher. Tony's recollections include stories involving David Beckham, Prince, Eric Cantona and John McEnroe. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tony McCarroll) Thu, 07 Feb 2013 14:23:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Oasis-Audiobook/B00BCKGB9Q thebookvoice.com 08:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Oasis Subtitle: The Truth - My Life as Oasis's Drummer Author: Tony McCarroll Narrator: Stephen Ballantyne Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-13 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In 1991, five wannabe Mancunian musicians came together and cracked the spark that ignited the explosion which became Oasis. The band went from obscurity to a global phenomenon in the space of a year, achieving world-wide recognition and selling over 70 million records. What started out as five young lads with a common dream of becoming rock stars eventually disintegrated into in-fighting, clashes of egos, and financial disputes. In 1995, following the release of Definitely Maybe - the fastest-selling debut of all time - things came to a head and drummer Tony McCarroll left the band. In this candid and hilarious book, Tony tells one of the most in-depth rock 'n' roll stories of modern times. He reveals the truth about the early years before the band was even formed; he tells of the drinking and drug consumption. Plus, he talks of his much-publicized rift with Noel Gallagher. Tony's recollections include stories involving David Beckham, Prince, Eric Cantona and John McEnroe. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Oasis Subtitle: The Truth - My Life as Oasis's Drummer Author: Tony McCarroll Narrator: Stephen Ballantyne Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-13 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In 1991, five wannabe Mancunian musicians came together and cracked the spark that ignited the explosion which became Oasis. The band went from obscurity to a global phenomenon in the space of a year, achieving world-wide recognition and selling over 70 million records. What started out as five young lads with a common dream of becoming rock stars eventually disintegrated into in-fighting, clashes of egos, and financial disputes. In 1995, following the release of Definitely Maybe - the fastest-selling debut of all time - things came to a head and drummer Tony McCarroll left the band. In this candid and hilarious book, Tony tells one of the most in-depth rock 'n' roll stories of modern times. He reveals the truth about the early years before the band was even formed; he tells of the drinking and drug consumption. Plus, he talks of his much-publicized rift with Noel Gallagher. Tony's recollections include stories involving David Beckham, Prince, Eric Cantona and John McEnroe. Members Reviews: Insider's view of a rollicking band Any additional comments? Insider's account of the rise and fall of Oasis. Lots of details of the bands early days with a lot of emphasis on the genius and hubris of Noel Gallagher. The narrative is compromised by the authors falling out with Noël so don't expect a balanced portrait of the Gallaghers. Still, it was an enjoyable read with lots of interesting tidbits. great insight brilliant book with some really funny stories. would highly recommend this to any oasis fan Interesting book An enjoyable book with lots of detail but awful pronunciation of northern sayings by the narrator. Examples of this are frequent use of words like 'mither' (a north west England saying meaning to be agitated or bothered by someone or something) pronounced by the narrator as 'mi-ther' and 'Mancunian' pronounced 'man-coonian' as well as other sayings and words that just got on my nerves (I am born and bred in Manchester so probably noticed these irritating sics more than someone listening from elsewhere in the U.K.) Tony Mc seemed full of bitterness towards NG and Guiggs but I can imagine the hate was fully deserved as NG does come across as a short a**ed hitler with a sack of potatoes on his shoulders, I can only imagine how much of a controlling dictator he is in real life and there was something about PG that I never really liked with his personality, I can see him being a bit of a snide (Northerners will know what snide means!) to gain credit with 'the little chief' he just came across as a bit of a snake Good luck to TM he was shafted by all accounts and I hope that by putting his resentment and anger down on paper and his side of the story across it will be cathartic for him. Tony Boardman January 2017 A mixed bag I was a huge Oasis fan between 1994 and 2000. When I turned 18, I dismissed them and didnt intentionally listen to any of their music for at least a decade. Now in 2017, Ive started to realise what a big deal they were to me growing up, which was further triggered by watching the Supersonic documentary. I decided to learn more about their early days, something that was not so easy to do back in the mid-90s. This book was one of my first sources. Oasis: The Truth... is a mixed bag. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Gilbert-and-Sullivan-Opera-Explained-Audiobook/B009WWFKS4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Gilbert and Sullivan: Opera Explained Author: Thomson Smillie Narrator: David Timson Format: Original Recording Length: 2 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This audio-biography sets out to explain the timeless popularity of the operettas of Gilbert and Sullivan: a colorful partnership of the most successful writers in the history of light music. It highlights Gilberts mastery of language - his wit, his turn of phrase, his brilliant lyrics (alternately very funny and deeply moving) - and the special melodic gift which enabled Arthur Sullivan to write music of such beauty and style. While each was a master of his craft, it was the combination that created magic sparks and guaranteed Gilbert and Sullivan a place in musical history. Editorial Reviews: Master narrator and theater historian David Timson delivers this story, which is augmented by the stirring music created by Gilbert and Sullivan. With an authoritative tone, Timson delivers an energetic rendering of the behind-the-scenes drama about the team who created the classic operas. Timson brings a palatable joy to his performance as well as a depth of clarity about the subjects. Listeners who are fans of Gilbert and Sullivan will relish Timson's guidance through the history of their creative process and popularity. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Thomson Smillie) Fri, 26 Oct 2012 14:48:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Gilbert-and-Sullivan-Opera-Explained-Audiobook/B009WWFKS4 thebookvoice.com 02:39:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Gilbert and Sullivan: Opera Explained Author: Thomson Smillie Narrator: David Timson Format: Original Recording Length: 2 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This audio-biography sets out to explain the timeless popularity of the operettas of Gilbert and Sullivan: a colorful partnership of the most successful writers in the history of light music. It highlights Gilberts mastery of language - his wit, his turn of phrase, his brilliant lyrics (alternately very funny and deeply moving) - and the special melodic gift which enabled Arthur Sullivan to write music of such beauty and style. While each was a master of his craft, it was the combination that created magic sparks and guaranteed Gilbert and Sullivan a place in musical history. Editorial Reviews: Master narrator and theater historian David Timson delivers this story, which is augmented by the stirring music created by Gilbert and Sullivan. With an authoritative tone, Timson delivers an energetic rendering of the behind-the-scenes drama about the team who created the classic operas. Timson brings a palatable joy to his performance as well as a depth of clarity about the subjects. Listeners who are fans of Gilbert and Sullivan will relish Timson's guidance through the history of their creative process and popularity. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Gilbert and Sullivan: Opera Explained Author: Thomson Smillie Narrator: David Timson Format: Original Recording Length: 2 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This audio-biography sets out to explain the timeless popularity of the operettas of Gilbert and Sullivan: a colorful partnership of the most successful writers in the history of light music. It highlights Gilberts mastery of language - his wit, his turn of phrase, his brilliant lyrics (alternately very funny and deeply moving) - and the special melodic gift which enabled Arthur Sullivan to write music of such beauty and style. While each was a master of his craft, it was the combination that created magic sparks and guaranteed Gilbert and Sullivan a place in musical history. Editorial Reviews: Master narrator and theater historian David Timson delivers this story, which is augmented by the stirring music created by Gilbert and Sullivan. With an authoritative tone, Timson delivers an energetic rendering of the behind-the-scenes drama about the team who created the classic operas. Timson brings a palatable joy to his performance as well as a depth of clarity about the subjects. Listeners who are fans of Gilbert and Sullivan will relish Timson's guidance through the history of their creative process and popularity. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Guided-by-Voices-Audiobook/B01B3BRAAW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Guided by Voices Subtitle: A Brief History: Twenty-One Years of Hunting Accidents in the Forests of Rock and Roll Author: James Greer Narrator: Christopher Grove Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 01-27-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Guided by Voices was one of the most popular indie-rock bands of the 1990s. Critics internationally have lauded the band's brain trust, Robert Pollard, as a once-in-a-generation artist. Pollard has been compared by The New York Times to Mozart, Rossini, and Paul McCartney (in the same sentence) and everyone from P. J. Harvey, Radiohead, R.E.M., the Strokes, and U2 has sung his praises and cited his music as an influence. But it all started rather prosaically when Pollard, a fourth-grade teacher in his early 30s from Dayton, Ohio, began recording songs with drinking buddies in his basement. James Greer, an acclaimed music writer and former Spin editor, enjoys a unique advantage in having played in the band for two years. This personal connection grants him unparalleled insight and complete access to the workings of Pollard's muse. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (James Greer) Wed, 27 Jan 2016 21:26:49 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Guided-by-Voices-Audiobook/B01B3BRAAW thebookvoice.com 08:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Guided by Voices Subtitle: A Brief History: Twenty-One Years of Hunting Accidents in the Forests of Rock and Roll Author: James Greer Narrator: Christopher Grove Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 01-27-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Guided by Voices was one of the most popular indie-rock bands of the 1990s. Critics internationally have lauded the band's brain trust, Robert Pollard, as a once-in-a-generation artist. Pollard has been compared by The New York Times to Mozart, Rossini, and Paul McCartney (in the same sentence) and everyone from P. J. Harvey, Radiohead, R.E.M., the Strokes, and U2 has sung his praises and cited his music as an influence. But it all started rather prosaically when Pollard, a fourth-grade teacher in his early 30s from Dayton, Ohio, began recording songs with drinking buddies in his basement. James Greer, an acclaimed music writer and former Spin editor, enjoys a unique advantage in having played in the band for two years. This personal connection grants him unparalleled insight and complete access to the workings of Pollard's muse. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Guided by Voices Subtitle: A Brief History: Twenty-One Years of Hunting Accidents in the Forests of Rock and Roll Author: James Greer Narrator: Christopher Grove Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 01-27-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Guided by Voices was one of the most popular indie-rock bands of the 1990s. Critics internationally have lauded the band's brain trust, Robert Pollard, as a once-in-a-generation artist. Pollard has been compared by The New York Times to Mozart, Rossini, and Paul McCartney (in the same sentence) and everyone from P. J. Harvey, Radiohead, R.E.M., the Strokes, and U2 has sung his praises and cited his music as an influence. But it all started rather prosaically when Pollard, a fourth-grade teacher in his early 30s from Dayton, Ohio, began recording songs with drinking buddies in his basement. James Greer, an acclaimed music writer and former Spin editor, enjoys a unique advantage in having played in the band for two years. This personal connection grants him unparalleled insight and complete access to the workings of Pollard's muse. Members Reviews: Rife With GBV and Pollard Minutiae--PERFECT 4 FANS Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? This piece is most suitable for superfans. The author deep-dives into band squabbles and life stories of the GBV extended family a little more than the music itself. Which is not say, however, that a proper musicological analysis is absent. Pollard's work is powerful for reasons very difficult to pin down. Greer does so valiantly. Any additional comments? I would have enjoyed more technical details about the recordings. Equipment used, microphones used, musical techniques. There is a good amount of this in the book, but I'm an engineer. I always want more. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Producer-Audiobook/B004M6BBKG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Producer Subtitle: John Hammond and the Soul of American Music Author: Dunstan Prial Narrator: Ray Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-04-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The son of a Vanderbilt heiress, John Hammond listened to jazz records with his parents servants, went to Harlem as a teenager, and became a regular in clubs where very few white faces ever appeared. Taking a little family money, Hammond went across racial lines in pre-World War II America and came back with recordings of some of the greatest jazz musicians in history. By age 22, he had convinced Benny Goodman to integrate his band and made his first big discovery: Billie Holiday. Later, as jazz gave way to pop and rock, Hammond championed Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, Bruce Springsteen, and Stevie Ray Vaughan in his lifes extraordinary second act. In Dunstan Prials hands, Hammonds biography is the story of American popular music since the 1930s, a tale of a man at the center of things, with his ears wide open. Critic Reviews: Dunstan Prialhas fashioned the diverse strands of Mr. Hammonds life into a very readable narrative. (The New York Times) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dunstan Prial) Fri, 04 Feb 2011 03:01:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Producer-Audiobook/B004M6BBKG thebookvoice.com 12:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Producer Subtitle: John Hammond and the Soul of American Music Author: Dunstan Prial Narrator: Ray Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-04-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The son of a Vanderbilt heiress, John Hammond listened to jazz records with his parents servants, went to Harlem as a teenager, and became a regular in clubs where very few white faces ever appeared. Taking a little family money, Hammond went across racial lines in pre-World War II America and came back with recordings of some of the greatest jazz musicians in history. By age 22, he had convinced Benny Goodman to integrate his band and made his first big discovery: Billie Holiday. Later, as jazz gave way to pop and rock, Hammond championed Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, Bruce Springsteen, and Stevie Ray Vaughan in his lifes extraordinary second act. In Dunstan Prials hands, Hammonds biography is the story of American popular music since the 1930s, a tale of a man at the center of things, with his ears wide open. Critic Reviews: Dunstan Prialhas fashioned the diverse strands of Mr. Hammonds life into a very readable narrative. (The New York Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Producer Subtitle: John Hammond and the Soul of American Music Author: Dunstan Prial Narrator: Ray Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-04-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The son of a Vanderbilt heiress, John Hammond listened to jazz records with his parents servants, went to Harlem as a teenager, and became a regular in clubs where very few white faces ever appeared. Taking a little family money, Hammond went across racial lines in pre-World War II America and came back with recordings of some of the greatest jazz musicians in history. By age 22, he had convinced Benny Goodman to integrate his band and made his first big discovery: Billie Holiday. Later, as jazz gave way to pop and rock, Hammond championed Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, Bruce Springsteen, and Stevie Ray Vaughan in his lifes extraordinary second act. In Dunstan Prials hands, Hammonds biography is the story of American popular music since the 1930s, a tale of a man at the center of things, with his ears wide open. Critic Reviews: Dunstan Prialhas fashioned the diverse strands of Mr. Hammonds life into a very readable narrative. (The New York Times) Members Reviews: The Straw That Stirred The Drink For anyone interested in the development of American music in the 20th century, this book is essential reading. John Hammond was a big-hearted, opinionated and fearless advocate for musicians and for the civil rights movement. What this book makes very clear is that Hammond was in the business for the music and the musicians, not for personal gain. Mind you, as a direct descendant of Cornelius Vanderbilt he had the resources to make that choice. The portraits of some of Hammond's discoveries, Billie Holliday, Bennie Goodman and Bruce Springsteen, are excellent. One negative; there's some awkward audio editing on the recording. Not a big issue though. The editing is terrible and distracting! This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? I enjoyed the book, but the audio editing was terrible. It was very distracting to hear the same recording of particular words repeated again and again in other paragraphs. Yes, you'll hear the same recording of a word multiple times in the same paragraph. What didnt you like about Ray Porters performance? As far as I could tell, Ray Porter is a capable reader. However, the combination of his performance and the poor audio editing made listening to the book far from enjoyable. I liked the story, but the product is not professional. It needs to be rerecorded. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Irritation. A Nicely Written History of a 20th Century Giant This book is a fascinating study of the eccentric life of John Hammond. Prial is fair about Hammond, noting his strengths and flaws. Overall, the audio narration is excellent, although there are quite a few edits that are jarringly spliced. Towards the end of the book, Prial pontificates about Flock of Seagulls or Duran Duran being artistically invalid compared to Stevie Ray Vaughan. This was Prial's "naughty" Hammond moment that probably should have been cut. Tsk Tsk! This comment aside, the book is well researched and presented. I learned a lot and recommend this one! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/This-Land-That-I-Love-Audiobook/B00GDLGUNG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Land That I Love Subtitle: Irving Berlin, Woody Guthrie, and the Story of Two American Anthems Author: John Shaw Narrator: Traber Burns Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 11-05-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: A narrative history of the writing of "This Land Is Your Land" and "God Bless America" that uncovers the conflicts and common groundbetween two classic patriotic songs. February, 1940. After a decade of worldwide depression, World War II had begun in Europe and Asia. With Germany on the march and Japan at war with China, the global crisis was in a crescendo. America's top songwriter, Irving Berlin, had captured the nation's mood a little more than a year before with his patriotic hymn "God Bless America." Woody Guthrie was having none of it. Near-starving and penniless, he was traveling from Texas to New York to make a new start. As he eked his way across the country by bus and by thumb, he couldn't avoid Berlin's song. Some people say that it was when he was freezing by the side of the road in a Pennsylvania snowstorm that he conceived of a rebuttal. It would encompass the dark realities of the Dust Bowl and Great Depression, and it would begin with the lines "This land is your land, this land is my land." In This Land That I Love, John Shaw writes the dual biography of these beloved American songs. Examining the lives of their authors, he finds that Guthrie and Berlin had more in common than either could have guessed. Though Guthrie's image was defined by train-hopping, Irving Berlin had also risen from homelessness, having worked his way up from the streets of New York. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Shaw) Tue, 05 Nov 2013 23:58:04 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/This-Land-That-I-Love-Audiobook/B00GDLGUNG thebookvoice.com 07:20:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Land That I Love Subtitle: Irving Berlin, Woody Guthrie, and the Story of Two American Anthems Author: John Shaw Narrator: Traber Burns Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 11-05-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: A narrative history of the writing of "This Land Is Your Land" and "God Bless America" that uncovers the conflicts and common groundbetween two classic patriotic songs. February, 1940. After a decade of worldwide depression, World War II had begun in Europe and Asia. With Germany on the march and Japan at war with China, the global crisis was in a crescendo. America's top songwriter, Irving Berlin, had captured the nation's mood a little more than a year before with his patriotic hymn "God Bless America." Woody Guthrie was having none of it. Near-starving and penniless, he was traveling from Texas to New York to make a new start. As he eked his way across the country by bus and by thumb, he couldn't avoid Berlin's song. Some people say that it was when he was freezing by the side of the road in a Pennsylvania snowstorm that he conceived of a rebuttal. It would encompass the dark realities of the Dust Bowl and Great Depression, and it would begin with the lines "This land is your land, this land is my land." In This Land That I Love, John Shaw writes the dual biography of these beloved American songs. Examining the lives of their authors, he finds that Guthrie and Berlin had more in common than either could have guessed. Though Guthrie's image was defined by train-hopping, Irving Berlin had also risen from homelessness, having worked his way up from the streets of New York. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Land That I Love Subtitle: Irving Berlin, Woody Guthrie, and the Story of Two American Anthems Author: John Shaw Narrator: Traber Burns Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 11-05-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: A narrative history of the writing of "This Land Is Your Land" and "God Bless America" that uncovers the conflicts and common groundbetween two classic patriotic songs. February, 1940. After a decade of worldwide depression, World War II had begun in Europe and Asia. With Germany on the march and Japan at war with China, the global crisis was in a crescendo. America's top songwriter, Irving Berlin, had captured the nation's mood a little more than a year before with his patriotic hymn "God Bless America." Woody Guthrie was having none of it. Near-starving and penniless, he was traveling from Texas to New York to make a new start. As he eked his way across the country by bus and by thumb, he couldn't avoid Berlin's song. Some people say that it was when he was freezing by the side of the road in a Pennsylvania snowstorm that he conceived of a rebuttal. It would encompass the dark realities of the Dust Bowl and Great Depression, and it would begin with the lines "This land is your land, this land is my land." In This Land That I Love, John Shaw writes the dual biography of these beloved American songs. Examining the lives of their authors, he finds that Guthrie and Berlin had more in common than either could have guessed. Though Guthrie's image was defined by train-hopping, Irving Berlin had also risen from homelessness, having worked his way up from the streets of New York. Members Reviews: Name-dropping history book (in a good way) This is exactly the type of name-dropping history book that I like to read. The author goes through a condensed biography of both Irving Berlin and Woody Guthrie (he puts a little more detail into the Berlin section and you can tell he really loves Berlin and his music). He also goes through a condensed history of early popular music and does some song and composer name-dropping. The PDF mentioned on the audiobook cover was not included, but after emailing Audible customer service, they have since added it, so that's a great little addition with the song lyrics and a list of recommended listening. I love all kinds of music and popular culture history and I thought this book was really interesting. I definitely enjoyed it and would recommend it to fans of pop. music/culture history. Well Done Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? If you love America and American music I am not sure how you could not enjoy it. What other book might you compare This Land That I Love to and why? Hard to say...this is a subject that has not been explored often. Plus the contrast of Wood and Irving Berlin is unique. Have you listened to any of Traber Burnss other performances before? How does this one compare? No but he did a good job. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Both of these men are giants in American music - no doubt about it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Rock-Stars-Stole-My-Life-Audiobook/B00IUO4U4U Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rock Stars Stole My Life! Subtitle: A Big Bad Love Affair with Music Author: Mark Ellen Narrator: Mark Ellen Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 05-08-14 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In a sodden tent at a '70s festival, the teenage Mark Ellen had a dream. He dreamt that music was a rich meadow of possibility, a liberating leap to a sparkling future, an industry of human happiness - and he wanted to be part of it. Thus began his 50-year love affair with rock and roll. From his time at the NME and Smash Hits to Radio One, Old Grey Whistle Test, Live Aid, Q, Select, Mojo, and The Word magazines, he's been at the molten core of its evolution, and watched its key figures from a unique perspective. This funny and touching personal memoir maps out his eventful journey. It tells stories and settles scores. It charts the peaks and disappointments. It flags up surprising heroes and barbecues the dull and self-deluded. It puts a chaotic world to rights and pours petrol on the embers of a glorious industry now in spiralling decline. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Ellen) Thu, 08 May 2014 06:42:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Rock-Stars-Stole-My-Life-Audiobook/B00IUO4U4U thebookvoice.com 09:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rock Stars Stole My Life! Subtitle: A Big Bad Love Affair with Music Author: Mark Ellen Narrator: Mark Ellen Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 05-08-14 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In a sodden tent at a '70s festival, the teenage Mark Ellen had a dream. He dreamt that music was a rich meadow of possibility, a liberating leap to a sparkling future, an industry of human happiness - and he wanted to be part of it. Thus began his 50-year love affair with rock and roll. From his time at the NME and Smash Hits to Radio One, Old Grey Whistle Test, Live Aid, Q, Select, Mojo, and The Word magazines, he's been at the molten core of its evolution, and watched its key figures from a unique perspective. This funny and touching personal memoir maps out his eventful journey. It tells stories and settles scores. It charts the peaks and disappointments. It flags up surprising heroes and barbecues the dull and self-deluded. It puts a chaotic world to rights and pours petrol on the embers of a glorious industry now in spiralling decline. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rock Stars Stole My Life! Subtitle: A Big Bad Love Affair with Music Author: Mark Ellen Narrator: Mark Ellen Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 05-08-14 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In a sodden tent at a '70s festival, the teenage Mark Ellen had a dream. He dreamt that music was a rich meadow of possibility, a liberating leap to a sparkling future, an industry of human happiness - and he wanted to be part of it. Thus began his 50-year love affair with rock and roll. From his time at the NME and Smash Hits to Radio One, Old Grey Whistle Test, Live Aid, Q, Select, Mojo, and The Word magazines, he's been at the molten core of its evolution, and watched its key figures from a unique perspective. This funny and touching personal memoir maps out his eventful journey. It tells stories and settles scores. It charts the peaks and disappointments. It flags up surprising heroes and barbecues the dull and self-deluded. It puts a chaotic world to rights and pours petrol on the embers of a glorious industry now in spiralling decline. Members Reviews: A Treat I switched on the the radio and there was Mark Ellen promoting his autobiography; talking to Danny Baker about the N.M.E., LiveAid, the Old Grey Whistle Test and the misery of meeting Van Morrison. Ellen was as charming and funny as ever; I had a surge of nostalgia and immediately bought this download. For anyone who knows Ellen's work it's enough to say that he reads this with his customary charm, It's funny, wistful and informed on his specialist subjects of music and the music press. For anyone less familiar with him Ellen started his career in music journalism just as punk was getting underway and he stayed with it, unlike many contemporaries up to the present day; interviewing Lady Gaga and enduring Rhiana's comically awful sounding 777 press junket. During that time he rose through the ranks from writer to editor; progressing from being roughed up by Elvis Costello's manager for looking like a hippy and writing for the Record Mirror, to sharing an office with Pet Shop Boys' Neil Tennant when they both worked for archetypal 80's publication Smash Hits, to being on friendly terms with the likes of Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin when he and David Hepworth set up Word. Throughout; he stayed in love with music and never lost a sense of fandom. Oh yes; and he was in a band with Tony Blair when they were both at University. We get conversations with musicians like Noel Gallagher, Jimmy Page and Lady Gaga. We get first hand accounts of presenting LiveAid and we get genuinely interesting insights into the way in which the internet has fundamentally changed the music business and the magazine business. His writing is funny, affectionate, insightful and inventive and he has a lovely reading style. It's like being in a pub with your funniest mate. It's possible that all of the above has left you completely cold. I'm conscious that Ellen's writing about something I'm passionate about and he's covering a period from my early teens to the present day so this resonates with me. But if any of that resonates with you too this is a treat.. Highly entertaining autobiography in music What did you like most about Rock Stars Stole My Life!? Mark Ellen reads, a huge plus, a very entertaining and enjoyable ramble through his life and how music has played its part in it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Johann-Sebastian-Bach-Spanish-Edition-Audiobook/B00V7AXHZ2 Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> Título: Johann Sebastian Bach [Spanish Edition] Subtitular: El músico legendario [The Legendary Musician] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 33 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-27-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: Arts & Entertainment, Music Resumen del editor: Su fecunda obra es considerada como la cumbre de la música barroca y una de las cimas de la música universal y del pensamiento musical occidental. Bach fue un extraordinario organista, clavecinista y compositor alemán de música del Barroco, miembro de una de las familias de músicos más extraordinarias de la historia (con más de 35 compositores famosos y muchos intérpretes destacados). Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Online Studio Productions) Fri, 27 Mar 2015 14:08:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Johann-Sebastian-Bach-Spanish-Edition-Audiobook/B00V7AXHZ2 thebookvoice.com 00:33:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> Título: Johann Sebastian Bach [Spanish Edition] Subtitular: El músico legendario [The Legendary Musician] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 33 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-27-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: Arts & Entertainment, Music Resumen del editor: Su fecunda obra es considerada como la cumbre de la música barroca y una de las cimas de la música universal y del pensamiento musical occidental. Bach fue un extraordinario organista, clavecinista y compositor alemán de música del Barroco, miembro de una de las familias de músicos más extraordinarias de la historia (con más de 35 compositores famosos y muchos intérpretes destacados). Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> Título: Johann Sebastian Bach [Spanish Edition] Subtitular: El músico legendario [The Legendary Musician] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 33 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-27-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: Arts & Entertainment, Music Resumen del editor: Su fecunda obra es considerada como la cumbre de la música barroca y una de las cimas de la música universal y del pensamiento musical occidental. Bach fue un extraordinario organista, clavecinista y compositor alemán de música del Barroco, miembro de una de las familias de músicos más extraordinarias de la historia (con más de 35 compositores famosos y muchos intérpretes destacados). Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Depeche-Mode-Audiobook/B002UZX7AI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Depeche Mode Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 30 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Depeche Mode. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Alan Cross, beloved radio broadcaster and documenter of all things rock presents an artist profile of the band Depeche Mode, as part of his Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock audiobook series. Cross, in his familiar, affable, radio voice, discusses the band Depeche Mode, using the techno-pop group as a springboard for discussing the emergence of electronic elements in rock and the rise of the synthesizer. He discusses the band's history, catchy tunes, and the synth's acceptance as a sound to rival the electric guitar which had previously domineered over all things rock. Fans of the band, and the subgenre which they helped create, or those just discovering their still-fresh sound, will appreciate Cross's enthusiastic, well-delivered primer. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Cross) Mon, 31 Aug 2009 12:31:41 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Depeche-Mode-Audiobook/B002UZX7AI thebookvoice.com 00:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Depeche Mode Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 30 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Depeche Mode. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Alan Cross, beloved radio broadcaster and documenter of all things rock presents an artist profile of the band Depeche Mode, as part of his Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock audiobook series. Cross, in his familiar, affable, radio voice, discusses the band Depeche Mode, using the techno-pop group as a springboard for discussing the emergence of electronic elements in rock and the rise of the synthesizer. He discusses the band's history, catchy tunes, and the synth's acceptance as a sound to rival the electric guitar which had previously domineered over all things rock. Fans of the band, and the subgenre which they helped create, or those just discovering their still-fresh sound, will appreciate Cross's enthusiastic, well-delivered primer. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Depeche Mode Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 30 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Depeche Mode. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Alan Cross, beloved radio broadcaster and documenter of all things rock presents an artist profile of the band Depeche Mode, as part of his Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock audiobook series. Cross, in his familiar, affable, radio voice, discusses the band Depeche Mode, using the techno-pop group as a springboard for discussing the emergence of electronic elements in rock and the rise of the synthesizer. He discusses the band's history, catchy tunes, and the synth's acceptance as a sound to rival the electric guitar which had previously domineered over all things rock. Fans of the band, and the subgenre which they helped create, or those just discovering their still-fresh sound, will appreciate Cross's enthusiastic, well-delivered primer. Members Reviews: A Concise History of Depeche Mode Until 2005 This short essay contains much of the same information as Dave Thompson's "Some Great Reward", but stretching the time span until 2005's album "Playing the Angel". The guide doesn't delve very deep into either the artistic or personal history, thus two stars for the story. The contents were very familiar even for a casual fan like myself. Also, at some points some minor facts are not accurate. So this book works best as an introduction for the newcomer; maybe as a concise history for the older fans, too. Author does good, if somewhat hurried work as the narrator. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Ralph-Peer-and-the-Making-of-Popular-Roots-Music-Audiobook/B010HRUDWU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ralph Peer and the Making of Popular Roots Music Author: Barry Mazor Narrator: Dom Flemons, Ketch Secor, Barry Mazor, Marty Stuart Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 06-29-15 Publisher: Lyric Audiobooks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This is the first biography of Ralph Peer, the adventurous - even revolutionary - A&R man and music publisher who saw the universal power locked in regional roots music and tapped it, changing the breadth and flavor of popular music around the world. It is the story of the life and 50-year career, from the age of cylinder recordings to the stereo era, of the man who pioneered the recording, marketing, and publishing of blues, jazz, country, gospel, and Latin music. The book tracks Peer's role in such breakthrough events as the recording of Mamie Smith's Crazy Blues (the record that sparked the blues craze), the first country recording sessions with Fiddlin' John Carson, his discovery of Jimmie Rodgers and the Carter Family at the famed Bristol sessions, the popularizing of Latin American music during World War II, and the postwar transformation of music on the airwaves that set the stage for the dominance of R&B, country, and rock n' roll. But this is also the story of a man from humble Midwestern beginnings who went on to build the world's largest independent music publishing firm, fostering the global reach of music that had previously been specialized, localized, and marginalized. Ralph Peer redefined the ways promising songs and performers were identified, encouraged, and promoted; rethought how far regional music might travel; and changed our very notions of what pop music can be. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Barry Mazor) Mon, 29 Jun 2015 23:60:40 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Ralph-Peer-and-the-Making-of-Popular-Roots-Music-Audiobook/B010HRUDWU thebookvoice.com 11:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ralph Peer and the Making of Popular Roots Music Author: Barry Mazor Narrator: Dom Flemons, Ketch Secor, Barry Mazor, Marty Stuart Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 06-29-15 Publisher: Lyric Audiobooks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This is the first biography of Ralph Peer, the adventurous - even revolutionary - A&R man and music publisher who saw the universal power locked in regional roots music and tapped it, changing the breadth and flavor of popular music around the world. It is the story of the life and 50-year career, from the age of cylinder recordings to the stereo era, of the man who pioneered the recording, marketing, and publishing of blues, jazz, country, gospel, and Latin music. The book tracks Peer's role in such breakthrough events as the recording of Mamie Smith's Crazy Blues (the record that sparked the blues craze), the first country recording sessions with Fiddlin' John Carson, his discovery of Jimmie Rodgers and the Carter Family at the famed Bristol sessions, the popularizing of Latin American music during World War II, and the postwar transformation of music on the airwaves that set the stage for the dominance of R&B, country, and rock n' roll. But this is also the story of a man from humble Midwestern beginnings who went on to build the world's largest independent music publishing firm, fostering the global reach of music that had previously been specialized, localized, and marginalized. Ralph Peer redefined the ways promising songs and performers were identified, encouraged, and promoted; rethought how far regional music might travel; and changed our very notions of what pop music can be. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ralph Peer and the Making of Popular Roots Music Author: Barry Mazor Narrator: Dom Flemons, Ketch Secor, Barry Mazor, Marty Stuart Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 06-29-15 Publisher: Lyric Audiobooks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: This is the first biography of Ralph Peer, the adventurous - even revolutionary - A&R man and music publisher who saw the universal power locked in regional roots music and tapped it, changing the breadth and flavor of popular music around the world. It is the story of the life and 50-year career, from the age of cylinder recordings to the stereo era, of the man who pioneered the recording, marketing, and publishing of blues, jazz, country, gospel, and Latin music. The book tracks Peer's role in such breakthrough events as the recording of Mamie Smith's Crazy Blues (the record that sparked the blues craze), the first country recording sessions with Fiddlin' John Carson, his discovery of Jimmie Rodgers and the Carter Family at the famed Bristol sessions, the popularizing of Latin American music during World War II, and the postwar transformation of music on the airwaves that set the stage for the dominance of R&B, country, and rock n' roll. But this is also the story of a man from humble Midwestern beginnings who went on to build the world's largest independent music publishing firm, fostering the global reach of music that had previously been specialized, localized, and marginalized. Ralph Peer redefined the ways promising songs and performers were identified, encouraged, and promoted; rethought how far regional music might travel; and changed our very notions of what pop music can be. Members Reviews: he liked what happened when these musics melded into the mainstream Fabulous. I knew of Peer as the discoverer of Jimmie Rodgers and the Carter family, but did not realize that he was present at Mamie Smith's first big-selling recording, nor that he was involved in the early careers of Fats Waller and Louis Armstrong. He nearly single-handedly introduced Latin-American music to (North) America, and he survived long enough to play a part in Buddy Holly's career. His key insight was that the music of ignored, often impoverished, subcultures (Black communities in the Delta, hillbilly settlements in the mountains) not only presented a market that could be exploited through recordings made for local consumption, but also provided artists who could bring their music into the mainstream, often in somewhat transformed ways. He was far from a folklorist who wanted to document and preserve the traditional forms in a pristine state. Rather, he liked what happened when these musics melded into the mainstream, and he liked the artists who could meld them. You could argue that Peer, more than any other one person, was responsible for what eventually happened to American popular music in the post-WW2 era; specifically, the advent of that strange amalgam of hillbilly and blues we call rock 'n' roll. Landmark roots music scholarship from one of the best writers in the field. A great read! Barry Mazorâs fascinating, beautifully written book about Ralph Peerâs life and work brings into sharp focus Peerâs hitherto unexplored role as the architect not only of individual careers at the dawn of recorded country music, but of roots music itself as a force in the marketplace and the culture at large. It was Peer, Mazor argues, who recognized the potential for music on the regional and racial margins to flourish as a lucrative commodity, nurturing new artists, audiences and business models. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Bob-Marley-The-Life-and-Legacy-of-Reggaes-Global-Icon-Audiobook/B00YAZXWH4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bob Marley: The Life and Legacy of Reggae's Global Icon Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Russell Stamets Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-27-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "We don't have education, we have inspiration; if I was educated I would be a damn fool." (Bob Marley) "If there remains any magic, it is music." (Bob Marley) In terms of raw popularity, Bob Marley sold over 20 million albums in a brief career that took him around the globe as, "[T]he first international superstar from the so-called third world", but the journey from anonymity within his own culture to reigning as, "[T]he defining figure of Jamaican music" was a circuitous and dangerous one. After leaving home at age 14, Marley's street skills helped him, "[G]ain a foothold in Jamaica's chaotic music industry while skillfully navigating politically partisan violence that abounded in Kingston through the 70s." His exaltation of the reggae form, couched in the Rastafari, became an instrument of order and a haven for otherwise directionless youth in Kingston and other communities of Jamaica. Beginning with the more lighthearted ska style, Marley drew fellow Jamaicans as kindred spirits by adding social commentary to the lyrics. As these popular dance hits were infused with songs of faith, the weightier genre of reggae emerged. Marley would become, "[O]ne of the genre's most beloved artists." To the outer world, he is by far the most iconic individual associated with the form and the era. As the merely distractive elements of ska fell away, "[I]nto the slower, bass-heavy reggae sound", the accompanying depth of his message lifted him above being a mere entertainer, and his fellow Jamaican youth turned to him for social truths. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Wed, 27 May 2015 23:06:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Bob-Marley-The-Life-and-Legacy-of-Reggaes-Global-Icon-Audiobook/B00YAZXWH4 thebookvoice.com 01:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bob Marley: The Life and Legacy of Reggae's Global Icon Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Russell Stamets Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-27-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "We don't have education, we have inspiration; if I was educated I would be a damn fool." (Bob Marley) "If there remains any magic, it is music." (Bob Marley) In terms of raw popularity, Bob Marley sold over 20 million albums in a brief career that took him around the globe as, "[T]he first international superstar from the so-called third world", but the journey from anonymity within his own culture to reigning as, "[T]he defining figure of Jamaican music" was a circuitous and dangerous one. After leaving home at age 14, Marley's street skills helped him, "[G]ain a foothold in Jamaica's chaotic music industry while skillfully navigating politically partisan violence that abounded in Kingston through the 70s." His exaltation of the reggae form, couched in the Rastafari, became an instrument of order and a haven for otherwise directionless youth in Kingston and other communities of Jamaica. Beginning with the more lighthearted ska style, Marley drew fellow Jamaicans as kindred spirits by adding social commentary to the lyrics. As these popular dance hits were infused with songs of faith, the weightier genre of reggae emerged. Marley would become, "[O]ne of the genre's most beloved artists." To the outer world, he is by far the most iconic individual associated with the form and the era. As the merely distractive elements of ska fell away, "[I]nto the slower, bass-heavy reggae sound", the accompanying depth of his message lifted him above being a mere entertainer, and his fellow Jamaican youth turned to him for social truths. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bob Marley: The Life and Legacy of Reggae's Global Icon Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Russell Stamets Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-27-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "We don't have education, we have inspiration; if I was educated I would be a damn fool." (Bob Marley) "If there remains any magic, it is music." (Bob Marley) In terms of raw popularity, Bob Marley sold over 20 million albums in a brief career that took him around the globe as, "[T]he first international superstar from the so-called third world", but the journey from anonymity within his own culture to reigning as, "[T]he defining figure of Jamaican music" was a circuitous and dangerous one. After leaving home at age 14, Marley's street skills helped him, "[G]ain a foothold in Jamaica's chaotic music industry while skillfully navigating politically partisan violence that abounded in Kingston through the 70s." His exaltation of the reggae form, couched in the Rastafari, became an instrument of order and a haven for otherwise directionless youth in Kingston and other communities of Jamaica. Beginning with the more lighthearted ska style, Marley drew fellow Jamaicans as kindred spirits by adding social commentary to the lyrics. As these popular dance hits were infused with songs of faith, the weightier genre of reggae emerged. Marley would become, "[O]ne of the genre's most beloved artists." To the outer world, he is by far the most iconic individual associated with the form and the era. As the merely distractive elements of ska fell away, "[I]nto the slower, bass-heavy reggae sound", the accompanying depth of his message lifted him above being a mere entertainer, and his fellow Jamaican youth turned to him for social truths. Members Reviews: "If there remains any magic, it is music" Hard to believe Bob would have turned seventy yesterday, nearly half a lifetime ago as young a man he was when cancer took him. Book is short, well-written and I did like several of the quotes tho have to say I would as soon as just listen to some of the spectacular music he created as it sure brings back the memories. I'll leave you with one last quote before I depart, "Me only have one ambition, y'know. I only have one thing I really like to see happen. I like to see mankind live together - black, white, Chinese, everyone- that's all." Good pictures. This book had great pictures but didn't tell me anything I couldn't pull of the internet about Marley. Five Stars A good quick overview of Bob Marley's life and his legacy in the reggae world. Love this book its the true vision of Bob Marley The book is great to read and more would recommended for all readers this is a must have book if ur into Marley https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/In-the-Pleasure-Groove-Audiobook/B0096C2JUW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In the Pleasure Groove Subtitle: Love, Death, and Duran Duran Author: John Taylor Narrator: John Taylor Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-12 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: With Duran Duran, John Taylor has created some of the greatest songs of our time. From the disco dazzle of debut single "Planet Earth" right up to their latest number-one album All You Need is Now, Duran Duran has always had the power to sweep the world onto its feet. It's been a ride - and for John in particular, the ride has been wild, thrilling...and dangerous. Now, for the first time, he tells his incredible story - a tale of dreams fulfilled, lessons learned and demons conquered. A shy only child, Nigel John Taylor wasn't an obvious candidate for pop stardom and frenzied girl panic. But when he ditched his first name and picked up a bass guitar, everything changed. John formed Duran Duran with his friend Nick Rhodes in the spring of 1978, and they were soon joined by Roger Taylor, then Andy Taylor and finally Simon Le Bon. Together they were an immediate, massive global success story, their pictures on millions of walls, every single a worldwide hit. In his frank, compelling autobiography, John recounts the highs - hanging out with icons like Bowie, Warhol, and even James Bond; dating Vogue models and driving fast cars - all the while playing hard with the band he loved. But he faced tough battles ahead - troubles that brought him to the brink of self-destruction - before turning his life around. Told with humour, honesty and hard-won wisdom, and with a PDF of exclusive pictures, In the Pleasure Groove is a fascinating, irresistible portrait of a man who danced into the fire...and came through the other side. Read by the author. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Taylor) Thu, 13 Sep 2012 23:56:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/In-the-Pleasure-Groove-Audiobook/B0096C2JUW thebookvoice.com 07:59:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In the Pleasure Groove Subtitle: Love, Death, and Duran Duran Author: John Taylor Narrator: John Taylor Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-12 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: With Duran Duran, John Taylor has created some of the greatest songs of our time. From the disco dazzle of debut single "Planet Earth" right up to their latest number-one album All You Need is Now, Duran Duran has always had the power to sweep the world onto its feet. It's been a ride - and for John in particular, the ride has been wild, thrilling...and dangerous. Now, for the first time, he tells his incredible story - a tale of dreams fulfilled, lessons learned and demons conquered. A shy only child, Nigel John Taylor wasn't an obvious candidate for pop stardom and frenzied girl panic. But when he ditched his first name and picked up a bass guitar, everything changed. John formed Duran Duran with his friend Nick Rhodes in the spring of 1978, and they were soon joined by Roger Taylor, then Andy Taylor and finally Simon Le Bon. Together they were an immediate, massive global success story, their pictures on millions of walls, every single a worldwide hit. In his frank, compelling autobiography, John recounts the highs - hanging out with icons like Bowie, Warhol, and even James Bond; dating Vogue models and driving fast cars - all the while playing hard with the band he loved. But he faced tough battles ahead - troubles that brought him to the brink of self-destruction - before turning his life around. Told with humour, honesty and hard-won wisdom, and with a PDF of exclusive pictures, In the Pleasure Groove is a fascinating, irresistible portrait of a man who danced into the fire...and came through the other side. Read by the author. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In the Pleasure Groove Subtitle: Love, Death, and Duran Duran Author: John Taylor Narrator: John Taylor Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-12 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: With Duran Duran, John Taylor has created some of the greatest songs of our time. From the disco dazzle of debut single "Planet Earth" right up to their latest number-one album All You Need is Now, Duran Duran has always had the power to sweep the world onto its feet. It's been a ride - and for John in particular, the ride has been wild, thrilling...and dangerous. Now, for the first time, he tells his incredible story - a tale of dreams fulfilled, lessons learned and demons conquered. A shy only child, Nigel John Taylor wasn't an obvious candidate for pop stardom and frenzied girl panic. But when he ditched his first name and picked up a bass guitar, everything changed. John formed Duran Duran with his friend Nick Rhodes in the spring of 1978, and they were soon joined by Roger Taylor, then Andy Taylor and finally Simon Le Bon. Together they were an immediate, massive global success story, their pictures on millions of walls, every single a worldwide hit. In his frank, compelling autobiography, John recounts the highs - hanging out with icons like Bowie, Warhol, and even James Bond; dating Vogue models and driving fast cars - all the while playing hard with the band he loved. But he faced tough battles ahead - troubles that brought him to the brink of self-destruction - before turning his life around. Told with humour, honesty and hard-won wisdom, and with a PDF of exclusive pictures, In the Pleasure Groove is a fascinating, irresistible portrait of a man who danced into the fire...and came through the other side. Read by the author. Members Reviews: Funny, entertaining and well worth a listen Any additional comments? Aswell as being a very entertaining listen, this book gives an insight into the beginnings of Duran Duran and also the music scene at the time which is interesting to hear in itself. John Taylor has done a great job. A boy who became a Man ! What made the experience of listening to In the Pleasure Groove the most enjoyable? Te possibility of carring the author's voice with me, made me feel closer of him. Technically the possibility of slow down the speed of the speech was amazing, I am not an English Native Speaker, so it helped a lot my comprehention. What did you like best about this story? I love Duran Duran, and the stories made me understand a lot of things, facts and even the choices the musicians did all along the way. I had an opportunitty to talk to him once, and my big surprise was: Me...Beeing a Brazilian, full of energy, smiles and tenderness , well I felt something strange in the way they behaved, a little distant and cold, but polite, of course, that day I realised, OH...This could be their English way ...And reading the book this became clear to me! In his own words..."very English" ! What does John Taylor bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? The voice, the intention , the emotional colours inside the facts, the entonation... https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Rolling-Stones-Audiobook/B06WGV8KCD Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> Titolo: The Rolling Stones Autore: Claudia Valentini Narratore: Alioe Pagotto, Dario Sansalone Formato: Unabridged Durata: 51 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 03-01-17 Editore: GoodMood Valutazioni: 3 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: Arts & Entertainment, Music Riepilogo Editore: Dal primo nucleo di quelli che diventeranno i Rolling Stones, all'arrivo di Brian Jones, che ne sarà l'anima per qualche tempo, fino alla costituzione della vera "fabbrica" Jagger/Richards. Questo audioBook è un viaggio avventuroso e a volte impietoso lungo le tappe di una delle carriere più "granitiche" del rock: quella delle Pietre per eccellenza, i Rolling Stones. Un disco dopo l'altro per raccontare l'avventura della band più longeva della musica senza dimenticare qualche aneddoto curioso e, soprattutto, dando il giusto spazio a quello che più conta: il suono, la voce, gli strumenti, l'armonia che solo i Rolling Stones sono riusciti e riescono tuttora a creare con una precisione quasi diabolica. "The Rolling Stones" fa parte della collana "Bio Rock". ©2017 GOODmood (P)2017 GOODmood bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Claudia Valentini) Wed, 01 Mar 2017 13:29:41 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-Rolling-Stones-Audiobook/B06WGV8KCD thebookvoice.com 00:51:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> Titolo: The Rolling Stones Autore: Claudia Valentini Narratore: Alioe Pagotto, Dario Sansalone Formato: Unabridged Durata: 51 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 03-01-17 Editore: GoodMood Valutazioni: 3 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: Arts & Entertainment, Music Riepilogo Editore: Dal primo nucleo di quelli che diventeranno i Rolling Stones, all'arrivo di Brian Jones, che ne sarà l'anima per qualche tempo, fino alla costituzione della vera "fabbrica" Jagger/Richards. Questo audioBook è un viaggio avventuroso e a volte impietoso lungo le tappe di una delle carriere più "granitiche" del rock: quella delle Pietre per eccellenza, i Rolling Stones. Un disco dopo l'altro per raccontare l'avventura della band più longeva della musica senza dimenticare qualche aneddoto curioso e, soprattutto, dando il giusto spazio a quello che più conta: il suono, la voce, gli strumenti, l'armonia che solo i Rolling Stones sono riusciti e riescono tuttora a creare con una precisione quasi diabolica. "The Rolling Stones" fa parte della collana "Bio Rock". ©2017 GOODmood (P)2017 GOODmood Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> Titolo: The Rolling Stones Autore: Claudia Valentini Narratore: Alioe Pagotto, Dario Sansalone Formato: Unabridged Durata: 51 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 03-01-17 Editore: GoodMood Valutazioni: 3 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: Arts & Entertainment, Music Riepilogo Editore: Dal primo nucleo di quelli che diventeranno i Rolling Stones, all'arrivo di Brian Jones, che ne sarà l'anima per qualche tempo, fino alla costituzione della vera "fabbrica" Jagger/Richards. Questo audioBook è un viaggio avventuroso e a volte impietoso lungo le tappe di una delle carriere più "granitiche" del rock: quella delle Pietre per eccellenza, i Rolling Stones. Un disco dopo l'altro per raccontare l'avventura della band più longeva della musica senza dimenticare qualche aneddoto curioso e, soprattutto, dando il giusto spazio a quello che più conta: il suono, la voce, gli strumenti, l'armonia che solo i Rolling Stones sono riusciti e riescono tuttora a creare con una precisione quasi diabolica. "The Rolling Stones" fa parte della collana "Bio Rock". ©2017 GOODmood (P)2017 GOODmood https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/American-Legends-The-Life-of-Jerry-Garcia-Audiobook/B00WRCJPG4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Legends: The Life of Jerry Garcia Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Violet Meadow Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 04-28-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "I read somewhere that 77 percent of all the mentally ill live in poverty. Actually, I'm more intrigued by the 23 percent who are apparently doing quite well for themselves." - Jerry Garcia Despite the enormous esteem he has garnered from virtually every corner of the music world, Jerry Garcia has continued to elude both fans and music historians as they attempt to determine his origins and categorize his art and influence on American music. Part of their difficulty lies in the fact that his work as the frontman for the Grateful Dead, "one of the most prolific and iconic guitarists of the twentieth century", tended toward a blending of the traditional with the experimental. He was willing to use almost any and every available ethnic musical resource. Garcia's passionate interest in virtually every nook and cranny of American music, particularly rural music, made the task of following his concepts from moment to moment an unpredictable and inexact science. In his explorations and elaborations on old musical treasures, whether familiar or obscure, he fully indulged in almost all of them at one time or another. For Garcia, this was not a career move but a joyous personal search to create a vast palette of harmonic, rhythmic, and textural escapades. As an iconic example of the "communitarian, drug-positive hippie subculture of Haight-Ashbury", and fulfilling all the expectations of the devotees who immersed themselves in the era's music, Garcia could just as easily draw from classical music as he could from American jazz. He performed highly regionalized blues in all of their dialects, along with country music, numerous shades of rock music, and any combination of all of them. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Tue, 28 Apr 2015 03:04:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/American-Legends-The-Life-of-Jerry-Garcia-Audiobook/B00WRCJPG4 thebookvoice.com 01:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Legends: The Life of Jerry Garcia Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Violet Meadow Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 04-28-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "I read somewhere that 77 percent of all the mentally ill live in poverty. Actually, I'm more intrigued by the 23 percent who are apparently doing quite well for themselves." - Jerry Garcia Despite the enormous esteem he has garnered from virtually every corner of the music world, Jerry Garcia has continued to elude both fans and music historians as they attempt to determine his origins and categorize his art and influence on American music. Part of their difficulty lies in the fact that his work as the frontman for the Grateful Dead, "one of the most prolific and iconic guitarists of the twentieth century", tended toward a blending of the traditional with the experimental. He was willing to use almost any and every available ethnic musical resource. Garcia's passionate interest in virtually every nook and cranny of American music, particularly rural music, made the task of following his concepts from moment to moment an unpredictable and inexact science. In his explorations and elaborations on old musical treasures, whether familiar or obscure, he fully indulged in almost all of them at one time or another. For Garcia, this was not a career move but a joyous personal search to create a vast palette of harmonic, rhythmic, and textural escapades. As an iconic example of the "communitarian, drug-positive hippie subculture of Haight-Ashbury", and fulfilling all the expectations of the devotees who immersed themselves in the era's music, Garcia could just as easily draw from classical music as he could from American jazz. He performed highly regionalized blues in all of their dialects, along with country music, numerous shades of rock music, and any combination of all of them. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Legends: The Life of Jerry Garcia Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Violet Meadow Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 04-28-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "I read somewhere that 77 percent of all the mentally ill live in poverty. Actually, I'm more intrigued by the 23 percent who are apparently doing quite well for themselves." - Jerry Garcia Despite the enormous esteem he has garnered from virtually every corner of the music world, Jerry Garcia has continued to elude both fans and music historians as they attempt to determine his origins and categorize his art and influence on American music. Part of their difficulty lies in the fact that his work as the frontman for the Grateful Dead, "one of the most prolific and iconic guitarists of the twentieth century", tended toward a blending of the traditional with the experimental. He was willing to use almost any and every available ethnic musical resource. Garcia's passionate interest in virtually every nook and cranny of American music, particularly rural music, made the task of following his concepts from moment to moment an unpredictable and inexact science. In his explorations and elaborations on old musical treasures, whether familiar or obscure, he fully indulged in almost all of them at one time or another. For Garcia, this was not a career move but a joyous personal search to create a vast palette of harmonic, rhythmic, and textural escapades. As an iconic example of the "communitarian, drug-positive hippie subculture of Haight-Ashbury", and fulfilling all the expectations of the devotees who immersed themselves in the era's music, Garcia could just as easily draw from classical music as he could from American jazz. He performed highly regionalized blues in all of their dialects, along with country music, numerous shades of rock music, and any combination of all of them. Members Reviews: Learned a few new facts about Garcia This is neither a really detailed and intimate bio of Jerry Garcia nor a knowledgeable analysis of his music, but it does put the main facts of his life in order. I was interested to learn about a surprising spectrum of musicians that Garcia worked with in addition to the Grateful Dead and his solo albums. I was also a little surprised to learn of certain fans that one would not expect. Also, Garcia's last few years -- his attempts and failures to stop drugs and alcohol -- came as a depressing surprise. He always presented himself as satisfied with his lifestyle even though it was killing him. "Let's throw together stuff we've found on the Web and see what sticks..." Apparently what "Charles River Editors" do is assemble source materials and crib information from them. They do quote their sources, but that's all this is- an assemblage of facts from varied sources. A curiosity at best. Waste for any real fan Like the author googled it and wrote it in 2 nights. Full of incorrect info commonly held misconceptions and just plain wrong facts. Read his Wikipedia page and you would learn much more. Pathetic. Hard to find anything good to say about this. "Facts" are wrong. Chronology is absurd. Like a poor third grade book report (and that's an insult third graders). You'd be better off just making stuff up (kinda like this "book"). If you're interested in Garcia, look elsewhere. All I can say is wow. Excellent Star rating. Easy to get lost in, then it's over. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Sonic-Youths-Daydream-Nation-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008OIZHYO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sonic Youth's 'Daydream Nation' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Matthew Stearns Narrator: David LeDoux Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Daydream Nation is the kind of gorgeous monstrosity (born of extremes, rife with difficulties, and mythic in proportion) that can crush the will of the most resilient, well-intentioned listener if the necessary preparations haven't been made. Matthew Stearns explores the album from a range of angles, including a track-by-track analysis and a look at the historical and cultural context within which the album was made. Featuring a foreword by Lee Ranaldo and exclusive interviews with the band, this truly is the definitive guide to Daydream Nation. Editorial Reviews: Matthew Stearns combines critical insight, reportage, and enthusiastic personal remembrances in Sonic Youth's 'Daydream Nation', a part of the 33 1/3 series. Given an engaged, richly voiced performance by David LeDoux, Stearns book picks apart, on a musical and lyrical level, this groundbreaking 1988 album by the New York avant-garde band that later influenced groups like Nirvana and the Pixies. In his performance, LeDoux manages to capture the propulsive nature of Stearns ecstatic prose at a comfortable, easy-to-follow pace. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Matthew Stearns) Thu, 26 Jul 2012 12:01:52 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Sonic-Youths-Daydream-Nation-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008OIZHYO thebookvoice.com 05:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sonic Youth's 'Daydream Nation' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Matthew Stearns Narrator: David LeDoux Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Daydream Nation is the kind of gorgeous monstrosity (born of extremes, rife with difficulties, and mythic in proportion) that can crush the will of the most resilient, well-intentioned listener if the necessary preparations haven't been made. Matthew Stearns explores the album from a range of angles, including a track-by-track analysis and a look at the historical and cultural context within which the album was made. Featuring a foreword by Lee Ranaldo and exclusive interviews with the band, this truly is the definitive guide to Daydream Nation. Editorial Reviews: Matthew Stearns combines critical insight, reportage, and enthusiastic personal remembrances in Sonic Youth's 'Daydream Nation', a part of the 33 1/3 series. Given an engaged, richly voiced performance by David LeDoux, Stearns book picks apart, on a musical and lyrical level, this groundbreaking 1988 album by the New York avant-garde band that later influenced groups like Nirvana and the Pixies. In his performance, LeDoux manages to capture the propulsive nature of Stearns ecstatic prose at a comfortable, easy-to-follow pace. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sonic Youth's 'Daydream Nation' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Matthew Stearns Narrator: David LeDoux Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Daydream Nation is the kind of gorgeous monstrosity (born of extremes, rife with difficulties, and mythic in proportion) that can crush the will of the most resilient, well-intentioned listener if the necessary preparations haven't been made. Matthew Stearns explores the album from a range of angles, including a track-by-track analysis and a look at the historical and cultural context within which the album was made. Featuring a foreword by Lee Ranaldo and exclusive interviews with the band, this truly is the definitive guide to Daydream Nation. Editorial Reviews: Matthew Stearns combines critical insight, reportage, and enthusiastic personal remembrances in Sonic Youth's 'Daydream Nation', a part of the 33 1/3 series. Given an engaged, richly voiced performance by David LeDoux, Stearns book picks apart, on a musical and lyrical level, this groundbreaking 1988 album by the New York avant-garde band that later influenced groups like Nirvana and the Pixies. In his performance, LeDoux manages to capture the propulsive nature of Stearns ecstatic prose at a comfortable, easy-to-follow pace. Members Reviews: Stearns does shed excellent light on context and insight into the band and ... I've been listening to this album for about 14 years. It's one of the most influential albums of my young life and for certain helped me expand out of the tight circle of music I had back in my teenage high school years. I regularly wax poetic about it to anyone who will bother to listen. But this book... whoa. Stearns is a music journalist. Every single section begins with a quote or an excerpt from somewhere. Then an exceptionally hyperbolic thesis statement on how each aspect explored is the most masterful thing to have ever been committed to tape. The music. The themes. The settings. I swear to god if I have to read, see or hear any other piece of media that claims New York City is just as much a character / part of the band I will shoot myself. I cringed half the time I was reading this book. The masturbatory purple prose seems to SEEK to make you feel uncomfortable. However... What I find most fascinating about the book is the depictions actually shown from the interviews and quotes from Sonic Youth and the sound engineer that worked on Daydream Nation. While Stearns is stumbling over himself to gush maximally over anything and everything Sonic Youth, the most refreshing part of the book is that the members of Sonic Youth seem humble and modest in comparison. It further grounds an already down-to-Earth band which lends more power to the material. Stearns does shed excellent light on context and insight into the band and the thoughts and feelings poured into the creation of the album along the way which makes the price of admission worth it, if you can just push through the cringe worthy prose. A lovely irony I weaved into the narrative happens most often during the track by track analysis. While walking the reader step by step through each song, Stearns reaches *REAL* hard into his high school English AP skills and digs hard into the symbolism and imagery of the songs. There's a section where Lee Ranaldo describes how he was floored by reading Raymond Carver's "What We Do When We Talk About Love" for the first time and how he fell in love with American Minimalist writers and the power they packed into such sparse stories. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-True-Adventures-of-the-Rolling-Stones-Audiobook/B008BIJ9O6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The True Adventures of the Rolling Stones Author: Stanley Booth Narrator: Adrian Mulraney Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-15-12 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Stanley Booth, a member of the Rolling Stones inner circle, met the band just a few months before Brian Jones drowned in a swimming pool in 1968. He lived with them throughout their 1969 American tour, staying up all night with them listening to blues, talking about music, ingesting drugs, and consorting with groupies. His thrilling account culminates with their final concert at Altamont Speedway: a nightmare of beating, stabbing, and killing that would signal the end of a generations dreams of peace and freedom. In Booths new afterword, he finally explains why it took him 15 years to write the book, relating an astonishing story of drugs, jails, and disasters that has been called - by Harold Brodkey and Robert Stone, among others - the best book ever written about the sixties. Critic Reviews: "Stanley Booth is one hell of a writer. The evidence is clear once you pick up his book on the world's greatest rock 'n' roll band, The True Adventures of The Rolling Stones. Many writers and Stones fans feel that Booth's tale is not only the definitive book on the Stones, but one of the definitive rock books, period." (Steven Ward, Rockcritics.com) "If you buy one book on the Rolling Stones, you'd be a fool if this wasn't it." (Fat City) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Stanley Booth) Fri, 15 Jun 2012 14:10:03 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/The-True-Adventures-of-the-Rolling-Stones-Audiobook/B008BIJ9O6 thebookvoice.com 17:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The True Adventures of the Rolling Stones Author: Stanley Booth Narrator: Adrian Mulraney Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-15-12 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Stanley Booth, a member of the Rolling Stones inner circle, met the band just a few months before Brian Jones drowned in a swimming pool in 1968. He lived with them throughout their 1969 American tour, staying up all night with them listening to blues, talking about music, ingesting drugs, and consorting with groupies. His thrilling account culminates with their final concert at Altamont Speedway: a nightmare of beating, stabbing, and killing that would signal the end of a generations dreams of peace and freedom. In Booths new afterword, he finally explains why it took him 15 years to write the book, relating an astonishing story of drugs, jails, and disasters that has been called - by Harold Brodkey and Robert Stone, among others - the best book ever written about the sixties. Critic Reviews: "Stanley Booth is one hell of a writer. The evidence is clear once you pick up his book on the world's greatest rock 'n' roll band, The True Adventures of The Rolling Stones. Many writers and Stones fans feel that Booth's tale is not only the definitive book on the Stones, but one of the definitive rock books, period." (Steven Ward, Rockcritics.com) "If you buy one book on the Rolling Stones, you'd be a fool if this wasn't it." (Fat City) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The True Adventures of the Rolling Stones Author: Stanley Booth Narrator: Adrian Mulraney Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-15-12 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Stanley Booth, a member of the Rolling Stones inner circle, met the band just a few months before Brian Jones drowned in a swimming pool in 1968. He lived with them throughout their 1969 American tour, staying up all night with them listening to blues, talking about music, ingesting drugs, and consorting with groupies. His thrilling account culminates with their final concert at Altamont Speedway: a nightmare of beating, stabbing, and killing that would signal the end of a generations dreams of peace and freedom. In Booths new afterword, he finally explains why it took him 15 years to write the book, relating an astonishing story of drugs, jails, and disasters that has been called - by Harold Brodkey and Robert Stone, among others - the best book ever written about the sixties. Critic Reviews: "Stanley Booth is one hell of a writer. The evidence is clear once you pick up his book on the world's greatest rock 'n' roll band, The True Adventures of The Rolling Stones. Many writers and Stones fans feel that Booth's tale is not only the definitive book on the Stones, but one of the definitive rock books, period." (Steven Ward, Rockcritics.com) "If you buy one book on the Rolling Stones, you'd be a fool if this wasn't it." (Fat City) Members Reviews: Poetic, Hip, Great Time Machine of a book! What made the experience of listening to The True Adventures of the Rolling Stones the most enjoyable? The author painted wonderful pictures of the times! What did you like best about this story? I didn't want it to end! I especially appreciated the way the author really made Brian Jones an active part of the book, which is so important. What aspect of Adrian Mulraneys performance would you have changed? This particular narrator was not a good choice for the material. An Englishman reading a book written from the perspective of a man from Waycross, GA isn't a good fit, unless he's imitating Mick Jagger's cockney accent. Unfortunate choice for such a cool book with great moments and characters that required a little more southern flavor at times. Difficult to Continue What was most disappointing about Stanley Booths story? The jumping between times made it hard to follow. How could the performance have been better? This is the worst Audio Book I have bought. The intonation used by the reader often made no sense of the text an really spoiled the listening experience. I suspect the story is more enjoyable than my experience of it. Couldnt finish! The story telling and narration are quite poor and it makes it hard to enjoy. Seemed to be full of alot of "you had to be there" moments. Wouldnt recommend. I haven't had much luck with Rolling Stones books! Mick's "Life" was crap as well :( Addictive Narrators voice sounded dull to begin with but is, in retrospect, very well pitched. Calm and detached through this intimate portrait of the Stones. Keith Richards description in the opening chapters was enough to get me hooked and more memorable writing throughout - "Micks hands waving like undersea flowers". Didn't want it to end. Beyond brilliant This has got to be one of the greatest rock band accounts ever written. The atmospheric descriptions of the stones live gigs are beyond compare.... https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Kraftwerk-Audiobook/B002V5GUPG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kraftwerk Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 22 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Kraftwerk. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Alan Cross is a self-described "professional music geek" and the author of numerous books about rock music, as well as this four-volume audio collection, The Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock. In the Kraftwerk edition, Cross is his usual friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate self when describing the life and influence of the German band that he terms "sound chemists". Cross has a tendency to pack a lot of material into a short span of time, but his honed radio disc jockey voice can thankfully handle the pace. Cross is always articulate, always interesting, and above all, always interested in the content of his audiobooks, and his enthusiasm is infectious both for dilettantes and music experts alike. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Cross) Mon, 31 Aug 2009 12:55:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Kraftwerk-Audiobook/B002V5GUPG thebookvoice.com 00:22:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kraftwerk Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 22 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Kraftwerk. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Alan Cross is a self-described "professional music geek" and the author of numerous books about rock music, as well as this four-volume audio collection, The Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock. In the Kraftwerk edition, Cross is his usual friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate self when describing the life and influence of the German band that he terms "sound chemists". Cross has a tendency to pack a lot of material into a short span of time, but his honed radio disc jockey voice can thankfully handle the pace. Cross is always articulate, always interesting, and above all, always interested in the content of his audiobooks, and his enthusiasm is infectious both for dilettantes and music experts alike. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kraftwerk Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 22 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Kraftwerk. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: Alan Cross is a self-described "professional music geek" and the author of numerous books about rock music, as well as this four-volume audio collection, The Alan Cross Guide to Alternative Rock. In the Kraftwerk edition, Cross is his usual friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate self when describing the life and influence of the German band that he terms "sound chemists". Cross has a tendency to pack a lot of material into a short span of time, but his honed radio disc jockey voice can thankfully handle the pace. Cross is always articulate, always interesting, and above all, always interested in the content of his audiobooks, and his enthusiasm is infectious both for dilettantes and music experts alike. Members Reviews: Nice introduction into the world that is Kraftwerk Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes, I'd recommend it because of briefness. What other book might you compare Kraftwerk to and why? I don't know what to compare it with. What does Alan Cross bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Insight into the process of making that Kraftwerk followed If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? Kraftwerk, man ? machine ? https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Imagine-Audiobook/B00RW23C86 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Imagine Subtitle: The Story of a Song Author: Charles J. Shields Narrator: Brian Troxell Format: Unabridged Length: 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-07-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed literary biographer of Kurt Vonnegut and Harper Lee comes the life story of a song, one of the most iconic ever written: John Lennon's "Imagine". "Twenty-two lines of graceful, plain-spoken faith in the power of a world to repair and change itself," said Rolling Stone. Only 183 seconds long, the simple melody and poetry captured the wounded hopefulness of its moment - and transcended its time to inspire generations that followed. Charles J. Shields traces the song's origins - from the fire-bombing of Tokyo during Yoko Ono's youth to the violent death of Lennon's mother during his adolescence, from Lennon's post-Ed Sullivan skepticism to John and Yoko's Bed-Ins of 1969 - and unearths the secrets of its lasting import. If music can change the world, "Imagine" came as close as any song might. This is its story. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles J. Shields) Wed, 07 Jan 2015 06:36:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Imagine-Audiobook/B00RW23C86 thebookvoice.com 00:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Imagine Subtitle: The Story of a Song Author: Charles J. Shields Narrator: Brian Troxell Format: Unabridged Length: 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-07-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed literary biographer of Kurt Vonnegut and Harper Lee comes the life story of a song, one of the most iconic ever written: John Lennon's "Imagine". "Twenty-two lines of graceful, plain-spoken faith in the power of a world to repair and change itself," said Rolling Stone. Only 183 seconds long, the simple melody and poetry captured the wounded hopefulness of its moment - and transcended its time to inspire generations that followed. Charles J. Shields traces the song's origins - from the fire-bombing of Tokyo during Yoko Ono's youth to the violent death of Lennon's mother during his adolescence, from Lennon's post-Ed Sullivan skepticism to John and Yoko's Bed-Ins of 1969 - and unearths the secrets of its lasting import. If music can change the world, "Imagine" came as close as any song might. This is its story. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Imagine Subtitle: The Story of a Song Author: Charles J. Shields Narrator: Brian Troxell Format: Unabridged Length: 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-07-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed literary biographer of Kurt Vonnegut and Harper Lee comes the life story of a song, one of the most iconic ever written: John Lennon's "Imagine". "Twenty-two lines of graceful, plain-spoken faith in the power of a world to repair and change itself," said Rolling Stone. Only 183 seconds long, the simple melody and poetry captured the wounded hopefulness of its moment - and transcended its time to inspire generations that followed. Charles J. Shields traces the song's origins - from the fire-bombing of Tokyo during Yoko Ono's youth to the violent death of Lennon's mother during his adolescence, from Lennon's post-Ed Sullivan skepticism to John and Yoko's Bed-Ins of 1969 - and unearths the secrets of its lasting import. If music can change the world, "Imagine" came as close as any song might. This is its story. Members Reviews: A Fitting Tribute To A Great Song Charles Shields takes an anthem for peace and provides backstory on how the song was written. This slender book treats the song with the dignity it deserves. By delving into the backgrounds of John Lennon and Yoko Ono, he brings a new dimension to appreciating a song that defines a generation and defies time. Not a book about the Beatles. Not a book about John Lennon himself. A book about a song, what influenced the writer, how it came into being, what was happening in the lives of the writer and singer. I recommend this to anyone who has ever been moved by lyrics and melody. Imagine has both. The Perfect Literary Accompaniment to a Quintessential Musical Work Charles J. Shields âImagine: The Story of a Songâ is a marvelous and engaging account of the genesis of John Lennonâs most memorable work. It will satisfy anyone who came of age when the Beatles shook up the world or anyone who wants to know what all the fuss was about. Shields provides the just the right mix of context and interesting anecdotes while at same time drawing attention to the songâs social, cultural, and historical importance. Like any good history it is filled with surprises small and large. For me, the most significant contribution is the fresh portrayal of Yoko Ono, wrongly seen by many as the evil woman who brought an end to the Beatles. Instead, Shields paints a compassionate portrait of a remarkably creative artist whose contribution to this incredible song has been overlooked. Weâll be listening to âImagineâ for a long time come. We should also be reading âImagine: The Story of a Songâ for a long a time, a perfect accompaniment to an amazing song. Captivating history that goes down easy I have to admit that I've never felt the devotion to "Imagine" that I have to other Beatles tunes. But I loved reading Charles Shields' "Imagine," which was filled with captivating nuggets of unfamiliar information (unfamiliar to me, anyway) about Lennon, Yoko, and the Beatles' career. I especially enjoyed seeing Lennon's and the Beatles' work set in its social, historical, and biographical context, which Charles Shields does very well. Not to mention the Bed-In, which I had forgotten all about. But most of all I appreciated learning how to get a goose out of a bottle. ;) Read it. It's fun. Never thought the history was so interesting I've never really paid much attention to The Beatles. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/You-Only-Rock-Once-Audiobook/B00J8MP2EK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: You Only Rock Once Author: Jerry Blavat Narrator: Andy Caploe, Jerry Blavat (introduction) Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-26-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The long-awaited autobiography of entertainment icon Jerry Blavat, You Only Rock Once is the wildly entertaining and unfiltered story of the man whose career began at the age of 13 on the TV dance show Bandstand and became a music legend. Lifelong friendships with the likes of Sammy Davis Jr. and Frank Sinatra, a controversial relationship with Philadelphia Mafia boss Angelo Bruno that resulted in a decade-long FBI investigation, and much more colors this amazing journey from the early 60s through today. Now, some 50 years after his first radio gig, Blavat puts it all in perspective in this uniquely American tale of a "little cockroach kid borne out of the immigrant experience who lived the American Dream. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jerry Blavat) Wed, 26 Mar 2014 07:43:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/You-Only-Rock-Once-Audiobook/B00J8MP2EK thebookvoice.com 13:20:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: You Only Rock Once Author: Jerry Blavat Narrator: Andy Caploe, Jerry Blavat (introduction) Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-26-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The long-awaited autobiography of entertainment icon Jerry Blavat, You Only Rock Once is the wildly entertaining and unfiltered story of the man whose career began at the age of 13 on the TV dance show Bandstand and became a music legend. Lifelong friendships with the likes of Sammy Davis Jr. and Frank Sinatra, a controversial relationship with Philadelphia Mafia boss Angelo Bruno that resulted in a decade-long FBI investigation, and much more colors this amazing journey from the early 60s through today. Now, some 50 years after his first radio gig, Blavat puts it all in perspective in this uniquely American tale of a "little cockroach kid borne out of the immigrant experience who lived the American Dream. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: You Only Rock Once Author: Jerry Blavat Narrator: Andy Caploe, Jerry Blavat (introduction) Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-26-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: The long-awaited autobiography of entertainment icon Jerry Blavat, You Only Rock Once is the wildly entertaining and unfiltered story of the man whose career began at the age of 13 on the TV dance show Bandstand and became a music legend. Lifelong friendships with the likes of Sammy Davis Jr. and Frank Sinatra, a controversial relationship with Philadelphia Mafia boss Angelo Bruno that resulted in a decade-long FBI investigation, and much more colors this amazing journey from the early 60s through today. Now, some 50 years after his first radio gig, Blavat puts it all in perspective in this uniquely American tale of a "little cockroach kid borne out of the immigrant experience who lived the American Dream. Members Reviews: mixed feelings I had greatly anticipated this book since the Geator first mentioned his plans to write one years ago.The beginning of the book was great and I was able to feel I was growing up with him is South Philly. He really does a nice job portraying his family and his neighborhood. Everything about Bandstand and his radio show was very informative . I also was glad to see him finally connect all the dots regarding his experiences with the law and the roadblocks other DJs tried to put up to hurt his career. That said, my biggest problem was the numerous sexual adventures he goes out of his way to mention giving names , details etc. Seemed to be a lot about ego and it doesnt do him justice . He also seems to hero worship some big celebrities maybe a little too much.Towards the end of the book it seemed to lose my attention since it rambled a little too much about some personal issues. In summary this is a tell it like it is and no holds barred tale of this mans journey that he makes no apologies for and is rather remarkable considering all the things that were against him as he grew up. It is what it is.If you like South Philly, rock n roll, The Geator, the Rat Pack you wont be disappointed but there is a little too much bedroom conquests for some . One of a kind autobiography from a radio legend Surprisingly frank overview of a fascinating life in the rock & roll industry. Best stories are about growing up in Philly and getting started in the music business at the age of 13. Would like to have read more about some of the more obscure artists Blavat championed but I understand this will be the focus of his next book. Philadelphia-area folks will take to this as if it's their own story and will enjoy recognizing names & places. Those who aren't from the Philly area will be exposed to his attitude about how he made it on his own in an industry set on keeping everything as white bread and bland as possible, and how he introduced to the air artists such as the Isley Brothers and the Four Seasons who might have struggled for years more before gaining recognition. Mature readers will relate to his attitude about a way of life that is disappearing. He also provides reasoned and logical explanations for his purported mob associations and why he has never once accepted payola or even payment from radio stations throughout his entire 55-year career. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Cat-Power-Audiobook/B009WTTX30 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cat Power Subtitle: A Good Woman Author: Elizabeth Goodman Narrator: Piper Goodeve Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: How Chan Marshall, aka Cat Power, Survived Herself - and Became the Indie Rock Queen. Chan Marshall's stark lyrics, minimal arrangements, and wounded, smoky vocals, were an instant indie hit in the 90s - but her mental instability nearly derailed her career. How this sensitive but headstrong Georgian daughter of an unstable mother and a relatively unknown musician father - managed to make it big, burn out, and rise up again to become not only the darling of the indie music scene but also a fashion and Hollywood icon is the fabric of this irresistible story. Covering her musical beginnings in the south and her booze-soaked rise to fame in New York City to her eventual breakdown and subsequent reclamation of herself and her music, Cat Power delves into the soul of this fragile but ferociously gifted young talent. With seven albums behind her, the hottest designers clamoring to dress her, and perpetually sold-out venues, Marshall is at the height of her career - a perfect vantage point from which to look at her notorious and intriguing history. From interviews with her family, musicians such as Thurston Moore, Nick Cave, Dave Grohl, and Jack White, past loves like Bill Callahan and Vincent Gallo, and current friends such as Karl Lagerfeld and Wong Kar-Wai, Elizabeth Goodman gives us the real Chan Marshall - the little girl, the woman, the artist. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Elizabeth Goodman) Fri, 26 Oct 2012 07:37:12 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Cat-Power-Audiobook/B009WTTX30 thebookvoice.com 09:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cat Power Subtitle: A Good Woman Author: Elizabeth Goodman Narrator: Piper Goodeve Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: How Chan Marshall, aka Cat Power, Survived Herself - and Became the Indie Rock Queen. Chan Marshall's stark lyrics, minimal arrangements, and wounded, smoky vocals, were an instant indie hit in the 90s - but her mental instability nearly derailed her career. How this sensitive but headstrong Georgian daughter of an unstable mother and a relatively unknown musician father - managed to make it big, burn out, and rise up again to become not only the darling of the indie music scene but also a fashion and Hollywood icon is the fabric of this irresistible story. Covering her musical beginnings in the south and her booze-soaked rise to fame in New York City to her eventual breakdown and subsequent reclamation of herself and her music, Cat Power delves into the soul of this fragile but ferociously gifted young talent. With seven albums behind her, the hottest designers clamoring to dress her, and perpetually sold-out venues, Marshall is at the height of her career - a perfect vantage point from which to look at her notorious and intriguing history. From interviews with her family, musicians such as Thurston Moore, Nick Cave, Dave Grohl, and Jack White, past loves like Bill Callahan and Vincent Gallo, and current friends such as Karl Lagerfeld and Wong Kar-Wai, Elizabeth Goodman gives us the real Chan Marshall - the little girl, the woman, the artist. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cat Power Subtitle: A Good Woman Author: Elizabeth Goodman Narrator: Piper Goodeve Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: How Chan Marshall, aka Cat Power, Survived Herself - and Became the Indie Rock Queen. Chan Marshall's stark lyrics, minimal arrangements, and wounded, smoky vocals, were an instant indie hit in the 90s - but her mental instability nearly derailed her career. How this sensitive but headstrong Georgian daughter of an unstable mother and a relatively unknown musician father - managed to make it big, burn out, and rise up again to become not only the darling of the indie music scene but also a fashion and Hollywood icon is the fabric of this irresistible story. Covering her musical beginnings in the south and her booze-soaked rise to fame in New York City to her eventual breakdown and subsequent reclamation of herself and her music, Cat Power delves into the soul of this fragile but ferociously gifted young talent. With seven albums behind her, the hottest designers clamoring to dress her, and perpetually sold-out venues, Marshall is at the height of her career - a perfect vantage point from which to look at her notorious and intriguing history. From interviews with her family, musicians such as Thurston Moore, Nick Cave, Dave Grohl, and Jack White, past loves like Bill Callahan and Vincent Gallo, and current friends such as Karl Lagerfeld and Wong Kar-Wai, Elizabeth Goodman gives us the real Chan Marshall - the little girl, the woman, the artist. Members Reviews: Profoundly Irresponsible and Misleading IMHO IMHO this book is profoundly irresponsible and misleading. The author makes clear that Chan Marshall (Cat Power) and her family wouldn't cooperate with her. Thus, the book gets off on a bad foot with the author in my opinion seemingly intent on extracting revenge by relentlessly calling everyone involved "unstable". In particular, she goes on at every opportunity to label Chan's mother as schizophrenic. The reality is that schizophrenia is often used as a term to describe anyone considered emotionally unstable (Chan has refereed to her mother as bi-polar, something very different). Halfway thru the book the author calls Chan's sister a schizophrenic and then even infers that Chan is schizophrenic. There's no basis for this - it is a doctor's diagnosis (and many doctors get it wrong as our mental health system is woefully ignorant). So, to toss the term around with no basis other than that someone exhibited emotional behavior is very irresponsible, I think. The reason the book is misleading is that the author has about enough information for a good two page article. So, halfway through she pads it up with lengthy, wordy, discourses on the music industry in general. Every other page she repeats herself to fill the book up. And the info is based on second hand sources (perhaps inevitable since no one would talk to her, but my point is if you've read interviews and articles on Cat Power they likely found their way into this so you will be re-reading them). This book is an insult, IMHO to those with mental heal issues, to Cat Power fans, and to anyone who happens to spend their time and money on it. One of the worst books I've ever read I'm not sure why I bought this because many of reviews said it was terrible. I find it hard to explain in words how bad this book is. There is nothing new about anything she has written. If you have been a fan of Chan's you have read all this info. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Van-Dyke-Parks-Song-Cycle-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008L47YCY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Van Dyke Parks' 'Song Cycle' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Richard Henderson Narrator: Marc Vietor Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Posing more riddles than the average sphinx, with its decipherable answers pointing somewhere dark, Song Cycle was anything but passive. I had already witnessed hippie bands playing with their backs to the hall, so the thought of late '60s musicians being interested in their audience struck me as a concept bordering on revolutionary. The debut album from songwriter and pianist Van Dyke Parks, Song Cycle first appeared in 1968 on Warner Brothers Records. Its 12 songs led listeners through Joycean wordplay and sound collages to reveal messages of dissent and personal loss, at odds with Parks' buoyant, riotously eclectic music. Monumentally ambitious and equally expensive, Song Cycle resembled a film possibly Citizen Kane more than the pop music of its day; like Kane, Parks' masterwork was adored by critics yet all but ignored by paying customers. In his efforts to plumb the mysteries of this quixotic record and its subsequent fate, Richard Henderson interviews several of the key figures involved with Song Cycle, notably Parks himself and producer Lenny Waronker. Editorial Reviews: Even though it was a widely acclaimed "Album of the Year" in '66-'67, Van Dyke Parks' Song Cycle lost $35,509 after sales. Engaging with the history, politics, and economics of the times, Richard Henderson digs into Song Cycle's unique place in music history. Of course, he comes at it from a musical perspective as well, exploring the album's innovative combination of pop and classical genres. Fans and foes alike will enjoy Marc Vietor's dramatic reading of this audiobook, and will find themselves, upon finishing the audio, with a wonderfully complete picture of the music and culture of the late '60s, whether they were actually there or not. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Richard Henderson) Thu, 26 Jul 2012 13:40:49 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Van-Dyke-Parks-Song-Cycle-33-1-3-Series-Audiobook/B008L47YCY thebookvoice.com 03:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Van Dyke Parks' 'Song Cycle' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Richard Henderson Narrator: Marc Vietor Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Posing more riddles than the average sphinx, with its decipherable answers pointing somewhere dark, Song Cycle was anything but passive. I had already witnessed hippie bands playing with their backs to the hall, so the thought of late '60s musicians being interested in their audience struck me as a concept bordering on revolutionary. The debut album from songwriter and pianist Van Dyke Parks, Song Cycle first appeared in 1968 on Warner Brothers Records. Its 12 songs led listeners through Joycean wordplay and sound collages to reveal messages of dissent and personal loss, at odds with Parks' buoyant, riotously eclectic music. Monumentally ambitious and equally expensive, Song Cycle resembled a film possibly Citizen Kane more than the pop music of its day; like Kane, Parks' masterwork was adored by critics yet all but ignored by paying customers. In his efforts to plumb the mysteries of this quixotic record and its subsequent fate, Richard Henderson interviews several of the key figures involved with Song Cycle, notably Parks himself and producer Lenny Waronker. Editorial Reviews: Even though it was a widely acclaimed "Album of the Year" in '66-'67, Van Dyke Parks' Song Cycle lost $35,509 after sales. Engaging with the history, politics, and economics of the times, Richard Henderson digs into Song Cycle's unique place in music history. Of course, he comes at it from a musical perspective as well, exploring the album's innovative combination of pop and classical genres. Fans and foes alike will enjoy Marc Vietor's dramatic reading of this audiobook, and will find themselves, upon finishing the audio, with a wonderfully complete picture of the music and culture of the late '60s, whether they were actually there or not. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Van Dyke Parks' 'Song Cycle' (33 1/3 Series) Author: Richard Henderson Narrator: Marc Vietor Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Posing more riddles than the average sphinx, with its decipherable answers pointing somewhere dark, Song Cycle was anything but passive. I had already witnessed hippie bands playing with their backs to the hall, so the thought of late '60s musicians being interested in their audience struck me as a concept bordering on revolutionary. The debut album from songwriter and pianist Van Dyke Parks, Song Cycle first appeared in 1968 on Warner Brothers Records. Its 12 songs led listeners through Joycean wordplay and sound collages to reveal messages of dissent and personal loss, at odds with Parks' buoyant, riotously eclectic music. Monumentally ambitious and equally expensive, Song Cycle resembled a film possibly Citizen Kane more than the pop music of its day; like Kane, Parks' masterwork was adored by critics yet all but ignored by paying customers. In his efforts to plumb the mysteries of this quixotic record and its subsequent fate, Richard Henderson interviews several of the key figures involved with Song Cycle, notably Parks himself and producer Lenny Waronker. Editorial Reviews: Even though it was a widely acclaimed "Album of the Year" in '66-'67, Van Dyke Parks' Song Cycle lost $35,509 after sales. Engaging with the history, politics, and economics of the times, Richard Henderson digs into Song Cycle's unique place in music history. Of course, he comes at it from a musical perspective as well, exploring the album's innovative combination of pop and classical genres. Fans and foes alike will enjoy Marc Vietor's dramatic reading of this audiobook, and will find themselves, upon finishing the audio, with a wonderfully complete picture of the music and culture of the late '60s, whether they were actually there or not. Members Reviews: Good Overview of an Oft-overlooked Classic Very good overview of the album Song Cycle and ultimately the strange career of Van Dyke Parks. This is my second book in the 33 1/3 Series (it far surpasses the other I read on OK Computer), and Richard Henderson's love for the album is infectious and seems genuine. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Patti-Smith-Audiobook/B002V8LDL4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Patti Smith Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 21 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Patti Smith. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: The career of singer Patti Smith, "the godmother of punk", is succinctly, vividly detailed in Patti Smith: The Alan Cross Guide. Written and narrated by Alan Cross, this audiobook begins by detailing Smiths influence on acts like REM and U2. Picking apart fact from myth in her biography, Cross details Smiths interest in poets like Arthur Rimbaud, her relationship with Robert Mapplethorpe in New York, and her early work as a writer. Eventually, Smith would set her poetry to music and catch the worlds attention with her androgynous image. In some respects, Cross guide comes off as the text between songs on a radio show. In his radio-ready performance, he sounds both knowledgeable and informal. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Cross) Mon, 31 Aug 2009 18:19:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Patti-Smith-Audiobook/B002V8LDL4 thebookvoice.com 00:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Patti Smith Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 21 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Patti Smith. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: The career of singer Patti Smith, "the godmother of punk", is succinctly, vividly detailed in Patti Smith: The Alan Cross Guide. Written and narrated by Alan Cross, this audiobook begins by detailing Smiths influence on acts like REM and U2. Picking apart fact from myth in her biography, Cross details Smiths interest in poets like Arthur Rimbaud, her relationship with Robert Mapplethorpe in New York, and her early work as a writer. Eventually, Smith would set her poetry to music and catch the worlds attention with her androgynous image. In some respects, Cross guide comes off as the text between songs on a radio show. In his radio-ready performance, he sounds both knowledgeable and informal. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Patti Smith Subtitle: The Alan Cross Guide Author: Alan Cross Narrator: Alan Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 21 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: In this new audiobook, broadcaster and music writer Alan Cross narrates the definitive history of Patti Smith. Cross succeeds once again in revealing the fascinating history behind the music in the same compelling way we've come to expect from his long broadcasting career. Rock on: listen to another . ©2009 Alan Cross; (P)2009 HarperCollins Canada Editorial Reviews: The career of singer Patti Smith, "the godmother of punk", is succinctly, vividly detailed in Patti Smith: The Alan Cross Guide. Written and narrated by Alan Cross, this audiobook begins by detailing Smiths influence on acts like REM and U2. Picking apart fact from myth in her biography, Cross details Smiths interest in poets like Arthur Rimbaud, her relationship with Robert Mapplethorpe in New York, and her early work as a writer. Eventually, Smith would set her poetry to music and catch the worlds attention with her androgynous image. In some respects, Cross guide comes off as the text between songs on a radio show. In his radio-ready performance, he sounds both knowledgeable and informal. Members Reviews: Stuff on Smith not in her excellent memoir Picked up this short bio when I got my preorder for Patti Smith's new book of musings, M Train. Her memoir, Just Kids, ranks alongside Bob Dylan's Chronicles. Check out both if you haven't already. This is my first Alan Cross audiobook. O like it for what it is, a quick highlights tour of an artist and her work. I learned some things and was pleasantly reminded why Smith was on of the game changing artists of the 70s with an influence that extended well beyond album sales. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Huey-Morgans-Rebel-Heroes-Audiobook/B017MNHEDS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Huey Morgans Rebel Heroes Subtitle: The Renegades of Music & Why We Still Need Them Author: Huey Morgan Narrator: Huey Morgan Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-15 Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Huey Morgan - Fun Lovin' Criminals' frontman and award-winning BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 6 Music broadcaster - celebrates the unpredictable personalities and talents of popular music's rebel heroes and explains why we need them more than ever before. The defining sounds of popular music - blues, rock 'n' roll, punk, hip-hop - were shaped and driven by rebel voices: whether that was Robert Johnson and Billie Holiday in the 1920s-40s or the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin and Joe Strummer in the 1960s and 70s. Truly ground- and rule-breaking voices have been drowned out by pop-by-numbers acts in more recent years, and in Rebel Heroes, Huey Morgan investigates where music started to lose its soul and why the lessons of those renegade spirits of yesteryear are still so vital. The book is steeped in Huey's love for and knowledge of music and is full of personal anecdotes and stories of some of the greatest musicians to have graced us with their talent. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Huey Morgan) Thu, 12 Nov 2015 13:56:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Huey-Morgans-Rebel-Heroes-Audiobook/B017MNHEDS thebookvoice.com 05:15:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Huey Morgans Rebel Heroes Subtitle: The Renegades of Music & Why We Still Need Them Author: Huey Morgan Narrator: Huey Morgan Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-15 Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Huey Morgan - Fun Lovin' Criminals' frontman and award-winning BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 6 Music broadcaster - celebrates the unpredictable personalities and talents of popular music's rebel heroes and explains why we need them more than ever before. The defining sounds of popular music - blues, rock 'n' roll, punk, hip-hop - were shaped and driven by rebel voices: whether that was Robert Johnson and Billie Holiday in the 1920s-40s or the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin and Joe Strummer in the 1960s and 70s. Truly ground- and rule-breaking voices have been drowned out by pop-by-numbers acts in more recent years, and in Rebel Heroes, Huey Morgan investigates where music started to lose its soul and why the lessons of those renegade spirits of yesteryear are still so vital. The book is steeped in Huey's love for and knowledge of music and is full of personal anecdotes and stories of some of the greatest musicians to have graced us with their talent. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Huey Morgans Rebel Heroes Subtitle: The Renegades of Music & Why We Still Need Them Author: Huey Morgan Narrator: Huey Morgan Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-15 Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Huey Morgan - Fun Lovin' Criminals' frontman and award-winning BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 6 Music broadcaster - celebrates the unpredictable personalities and talents of popular music's rebel heroes and explains why we need them more than ever before. The defining sounds of popular music - blues, rock 'n' roll, punk, hip-hop - were shaped and driven by rebel voices: whether that was Robert Johnson and Billie Holiday in the 1920s-40s or the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin and Joe Strummer in the 1960s and 70s. Truly ground- and rule-breaking voices have been drowned out by pop-by-numbers acts in more recent years, and in Rebel Heroes, Huey Morgan investigates where music started to lose its soul and why the lessons of those renegade spirits of yesteryear are still so vital. The book is steeped in Huey's love for and knowledge of music and is full of personal anecdotes and stories of some of the greatest musicians to have graced us with their talent. Members Reviews: historical perspective Huey has the swagger and he has the knowledge. cool book read by the man himself. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/American-Legends-The-Life-of-Barbra-Streisand-Audiobook/B00YBDU8DG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Legends: The Life of Barbra Streisand Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Robin McKay Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "I was a personality before I became a person - I am simple, complex, generous, selfish, unattractive, beautiful, lazy and driven." (Barbra Streisand) "I arrived in Hollywood without having my nose fixed, my teeth capped, or my name changed. That is very gratifying to me." (Barbra Streisand) A lot of ink has been spilled covering the lives of history's most influential figures, but how much of the forest is lost for the trees? In Charles River Editors' American Legends series, listeners can get caught up to speed on the lives of America's most important men and women in the time it takes to finish a commute, while learning interesting facts long forgotten or never known. It should come as no surprise that Barbra Streisand allegedly once declared that she never had any idols as a child, because given how unusual her career has been, it's hard to determine who might have served as her inspiration. And as the star once put it, "I guess if you have an original take on life, or something about you is original, you don't have to study people who came before you. You don't have to mimic anybody. You just have a gut feeling inside, an instinct that tells you what's right for you, and you can't do it in any other way." To be sure, strong-willed women had populated both cinema and popular culture before Streisand, like Katharine Hepburn and Joan Crawford, but Streisand was unique in her ability to appeal to diverse groups in America. She also arrived at a time when acting roles for women were generally less flexible than they would become by the end of the century. Making her story all the more compelling is that Streisand never met conventional standards of American beauty or acting style. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Thu, 28 May 2015 21:33:03 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/American-Legends-The-Life-of-Barbra-Streisand-Audiobook/B00YBDU8DG thebookvoice.com 01:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Legends: The Life of Barbra Streisand Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Robin McKay Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "I was a personality before I became a person - I am simple, complex, generous, selfish, unattractive, beautiful, lazy and driven." (Barbra Streisand) "I arrived in Hollywood without having my nose fixed, my teeth capped, or my name changed. That is very gratifying to me." (Barbra Streisand) A lot of ink has been spilled covering the lives of history's most influential figures, but how much of the forest is lost for the trees? In Charles River Editors' American Legends series, listeners can get caught up to speed on the lives of America's most important men and women in the time it takes to finish a commute, while learning interesting facts long forgotten or never known. It should come as no surprise that Barbra Streisand allegedly once declared that she never had any idols as a child, because given how unusual her career has been, it's hard to determine who might have served as her inspiration. And as the star once put it, "I guess if you have an original take on life, or something about you is original, you don't have to study people who came before you. You don't have to mimic anybody. You just have a gut feeling inside, an instinct that tells you what's right for you, and you can't do it in any other way." To be sure, strong-willed women had populated both cinema and popular culture before Streisand, like Katharine Hepburn and Joan Crawford, but Streisand was unique in her ability to appeal to diverse groups in America. She also arrived at a time when acting roles for women were generally less flexible than they would become by the end of the century. Making her story all the more compelling is that Streisand never met conventional standards of American beauty or acting style. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Legends: The Life of Barbra Streisand Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Robin McKay Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: "I was a personality before I became a person - I am simple, complex, generous, selfish, unattractive, beautiful, lazy and driven." (Barbra Streisand) "I arrived in Hollywood without having my nose fixed, my teeth capped, or my name changed. That is very gratifying to me." (Barbra Streisand) A lot of ink has been spilled covering the lives of history's most influential figures, but how much of the forest is lost for the trees? In Charles River Editors' American Legends series, listeners can get caught up to speed on the lives of America's most important men and women in the time it takes to finish a commute, while learning interesting facts long forgotten or never known. It should come as no surprise that Barbra Streisand allegedly once declared that she never had any idols as a child, because given how unusual her career has been, it's hard to determine who might have served as her inspiration. And as the star once put it, "I guess if you have an original take on life, or something about you is original, you don't have to study people who came before you. You don't have to mimic anybody. You just have a gut feeling inside, an instinct that tells you what's right for you, and you can't do it in any other way." To be sure, strong-willed women had populated both cinema and popular culture before Streisand, like Katharine Hepburn and Joan Crawford, but Streisand was unique in her ability to appeal to diverse groups in America. She also arrived at a time when acting roles for women were generally less flexible than they would become by the end of the century. Making her story all the more compelling is that Streisand never met conventional standards of American beauty or acting style. Members Reviews: Disappointed Unfortunately I was letdown when I received my book, or pamphlet, really from this author. I have bought every book on Ms. Streisand that Amazon offers except one, which I will purchase soon and have been thrilled when I receive them. This purchase however was a bit of a joke. Not only have I been unable to read it due to the extremely small print but the photos look like they have been copied from an old Xerox machine. I will keep the purchase for the cover only but I won't be buying any other from this American Legends series that's for sure. Crisp Bio of 'Funny Girl ' Barbra Streisand Charles River Editors have as always written a super bio of Barbra Streisand .Her life and times are well portrayed and the persona behind the fame nicely revealed. Interesting to read ! Five Stars No coomment More than a Funny Girl I love these Charles River Editors books. They are a very quick read with a lot of information. The amount of information they give about the subject is truly remarkable. I have been a fan of Babs since seeing Funny Girl in the late 60's, and have enjoyed her music. This writing gave me a better understanding of her career and her growth as a Jewish woman. She is still an icon in the our world. Thank you, Barbra. Five Stars Good story https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Jolly-Lad-Audiobook/B01C7TWMCA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jolly Lad Author: John Doran Narrator: John Doran Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 02-26-16 Publisher: John Doran Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Jolly Lad is a memoir about the recovery from alcoholism, habitual drug use, and mental illness. It is also about the healing power of music, how memory defines us, the redemption offered by fatherhood, and what it means to be working class. "This is not a 'my drink and drug hell' kind of book for several reasons - the main one being that I had, for the most part, had a really good time drinking. True, a handful of pretty appalling things have happened to me and some people that I know or used to know over the years. But I have, for the most part, left them out of this book as they are not illuminating, not edifying and in some cases concern other people who aren't here to consent to their appearance. Instead this book concentrates on what you face after the drink and the drugs have gone." Jolly Lad is about gentrification; being diagnosed bipolar; attending Alcoholics Anonymous; living in a block of flats on a housing estate in London; the psychological damage done by psychedelic drugs; depression; DJing; factory work; friendship; growing old; hallucinations; street violence and obsessive behavior - especially regarding music and art. About the author: John Doran is the co-founder and editor of The Quietus website. He lives in Hackney, London, with his girlfriend and three-year-old son, and has written for the BBC, the Guardian, The Wire, Metal Hammer, The Stool Pigeon, VICE and many others. He is also an occasional broadcaster for NOISEY and BBC TV and radio. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Doran) Fri, 26 Feb 2016 04:04:34 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Arts-Entertainment/Jolly-Lad-Audiobook/B01C7TWMCA thebookvoice.com 10:05:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jolly Lad Author: John Doran Narrator: John Doran Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 02-26-16 Publisher: John Doran Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Jolly Lad is a memoir about the recovery from alcoholism, habitual drug use, and mental illness. It is also about the healing power of music, how memory defines us, the redemption offered by fatherhood, and what it means to be working class. "This is not a 'my drink and drug hell' kind of book for several reasons - the main one being that I had, for the most part, had a really good time drinking. True, a handful of pretty appalling things have happened to me and some people that I know or used to know over the years. But I have, for the most part, left them out of this book as they are not illuminating, not edifying and in some cases concern other people who aren't here to consent to their appearance. Instead this book concentrates on what you face after the drink and the drugs have gone." Jolly Lad is about gentrification; being diagnosed bipolar; attending Alcoholics Anonymous; living in a block of flats on a housing estate in London; the psychological damage done by psychedelic drugs; depression; DJing; factory work; friendship; growing old; hallucinations; street violence and obsessive behavior - especially regarding music and art. About the author: John Doran is the co-founder and editor of The Quietus website. He lives in Hackney, London, with his girlfriend and three-year-old son, and has written for the BBC, the Guardian, The Wire, Metal Hammer, The Stool Pigeon, VICE and many others. He is also an occasional broadcaster for NOISEY and BBC TV and radio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/305/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jolly Lad Author: John Doran Narrator: John Doran Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 02-26-16 Publisher: John Doran Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Arts & Entertainment, Music Publisher's Summary: Jolly Lad is a memoir about the recovery from alcoholism, habitual drug use, and mental illness. It is also about the healing power of music, how memory defines us, the redemption offered by fatherhood, and what it means to be working class. "This is not a 'my drink and drug hell' kind of book for several reasons - the main one being that I had, for the most part, had a really good time drinking. True, a handful of pretty appalling things have happened to me and some people that I know or used to know over the years. But I have, for the most part, left them out of this book as they are not illuminating, not edifying and in some cases concern other people who aren't here to consent to their appearance. Instead this book concentrates on what you face after the drink and the drugs have gone." Jolly Lad is about gentrification; being diagnosed bipolar; attending Alcoholics Anonymous; living in a block of flats on a housing estate in London; the psychological damage done by psychedelic drugs; depression; DJing; factory work; friendship; growing old; hallucinations; street violence and obsessive behavior - especially regarding music and art. About the author: John Doran is the co-founder and editor of The Quietus website. He lives in Hackney, London, with his girlfriend and three-year-old son, and has written for the BBC, the Guardian, The Wire, Metal Hammer, The Stool Pigeon, VICE and many others. He is also an occasional broadcaster for NOISEY and BBC TV and radio. Members Reviews: Jolly shocking! Where does Jolly Lad: A Menk Anthology rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Really stands out for its authenticity. What did you like best about this story? The author's sense of humour about some quite appalling events! What about John Dorans performance did you like? His regional accent, which lends everything he says a certain integrity and humour. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The descriptions of what he went through as a young man. Any additional comments? I have already read Jolly Lad, but recently I have been listening to the audio book, which has just come out. There is something quite addictive to hearing Doran read. The horrific nature of what he endured hits you even harder, becomes all the more real. His fatalistic regional drawl - perhaps more Mancunian than Merseyside, though he grew up in the Liverpool suburb of Rainhill - infuses his words with a dark humour and irony, a disarming honesty and integrity. Doran introduces Jolly Lad as a book about recovering from alcoholism, about the day he stopped drinking - at 37 - and finally found out what he "would be like as an adult." But as he himself also acknowledges, it is actually about so many things. About growing up Catholic and working class in Northwest England in the Thatcher years, about social upheaval and change, about battling mental illness, about the hideous things we do to ourselves, and how it is those very hideous things that help to define who we are. It is a book about love and redemption and fatherhood, about simple happy Hollywood endings and how there are no simple happy Hollywood endings. And its about music, rich with anecdotes. Though he was told you can write about whatever you want but it cant be about music by the editor who commissioned the column that would evolve into the book, references to music are ubiquitous throughout.