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[German] - 1000 Fehler by Agentur Bilwet

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/472952 [https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/472952] to listen full audiobooks. Title: [German] - 1000 Fehler Author: Agentur Bilwet Narrator: Geert Lovink Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 0 hours 40 minutes Release date: May 1, 2023 Genres: Arts & Entertainment Publisher's Summary: Die Audioproduktion '1000 Fehler' basiert auf gesprochenen Text-Fragmenten der Agentur Bilwet aus Amsterdam und elektronischen Improvisationen von Brüsseler Platz 10a-Musik aus Köln. Brüsseler Platz 10a-Musik besteht aus Georg Odijk (a-Musik), Jan St. Werner (Mouse on Mars, Microstoria) und Marcus Schmickler (Pluramon, Wabi Sabi). In ihren Sessions und Live-Auftritten verwenden sie Generationen herkömmlicher analoger und digitaler Konsumenten-Elektronik: Plattenspieler, Tonbandgerät, CD-Player, Mini-Disc. Vergleichbar mit ihrer improvisatorischen Vorgehensweise entstehen auch die Essays der Agentur Bilwet. Unter diesem Namen haben sich Geert Lovink, Arjen Mulder und Lex Wouterholt, gelangweilt vom akademischen Kulturpessimismus, die Förderung der illegalen Wissenschaft zum Ziel gesetzt. Ihre Texte schreiben sie in immer unterschiedlichen Autorenkonstellationen, nie aber allein, wodurch die für sie typischen, merkwürdig hybriden Mischformen entstehen. '1000 Fehler' ist Ergebnis des Versuchs, zwei normalerweise parallel verlaufende Improvisationsmethoden aus den Bereichen Sprache und Musik miteinander kurzzuschließen. Dabei wurde das vielschichtige Material im Studio arrangiert und gemischt vom Kölner Experimentalmusiker Hajsch (Sonig, Quiet Artworks).

From the Streets of Shaolin: The Wu-Tang Saga by S. H. Fernando

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/485006 [https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/485006] to listen full audiobooks. Title: From the Streets of Shaolin: The Wu-Tang Saga Author: S. H. Fernando Narrator: S. H. Fernando, Clarke Peters Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 17 hours 27 minutes Release date: November 9, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Arts & Entertainment Publisher's Summary: This definitive biography of rap supergroup, Wu-Tang Clan, features decades of unpublished interviews and unparalleled access to members of the group and their associates. This is the definitive biography of rap supergroup and cultural icons, Wu-Tang Clan (WTC). Heralded as one of the most influential groups in modern music—hip hop or otherwise—WTC created a rap dynasty on the strength of seven gold and platinum albums that launched the careers of such famous rappers as RZA, GZA, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Method Man, and more. During the ‘90s, they ushered in a hip-hop renaissance, rescuing rap from the corporate suites and bringing it back to the gritty streets where it started. In the process they changed the way business was conducted in an industry known for exploiting artists. Creatively, Wu-Tang pushed the boundaries of the artform dedicating themselves to lyrical mastery and sonic innovation, and one would be hard pressed to find a group who's had a bigger impact on the evolution of hip hop. S.H. Fernando Jr., a veteran music journalist who spent a significant amount of time with The Clan during their heyday of the ‘90s, has written extensively about the group for such publications as Rolling Stone, Vibe, and The Source. Over the years he has built up a formidable Wu-Tang archive that  includes pages of unpublished interviews, videos of the group in action in the studio, and several notepads of accumulated memories and observations. Using such exclusive access as well as the wealth of open-source material, Fernando reconstructs the genesis and evolution of the group, delving into their unique ideology and range of influences, and detailing exactly how they changed the game and established a legacy that continues to this day. The book provides a startling portrait of overcoming adversity through self-empowerment and brotherhood, giving us unparalleled insights into what makes these nine young men from the ghetto tick. While celebrating the myriad accomplishments of The Clan, the book doesn't shy away from controversy—we're also privy to stories from their childhoods in the crack-infested hallways of Staten Island housing projects, stints in Rikers for gun possession, and million-dollar contracts that led to recklessness and drug overdoses (including Ol' Dirty Bastard's untimely death). More than simply a history of a single group, this book tells the story of a musical and cultural shift that started on the streets of Shaolin (Staten Island) and quickly spread around the world. Biographies on such an influential outfit are surprisingly few, mostly focused on a single member of the group's story. This book weaves together interviews from all the Clan members, as well as their friends, family and collaborators to create a compelling narrative and the most three-dimensional portrait of Wu-Tang to date. It also puts The Clan within a social, cultural, and historical perspective to fully appreciate their impact and understand how they have become the cultural icons they are today.  Unique in its breadth, scope, and access, From The Streets of Shaolin is a must-have for fans of WTC and music bios in general.

Coke Machine Glow by Gordon Downie

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/487699 [https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/487699] to listen full audiobooks. Title: Coke Machine Glow Author: Gordon Downie Narrator: Kaya Usher, Bruce Mcculloch, Ron Maclean, Paul Langlois, Dave 'billy Ray' Koster, Johnny Fay, Willo Downie, Lou Downie, Clemens Downie, Clare Downie, Robbie Baker, Dan Ayckroyd, Sarah Harmer, Various Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 1 hour 4 minutes Release date: August 24, 2021 Genres: Arts & Entertainment Publisher's Summary: Gordon Downie, lead singer and lyricist for the popular Canadian rock band The Tragically Hip, released his first solo record, Coke Machine Glow in Spring 2001. Alongside the album, his first book of poetry and prose under the same title was published, including the lyrics to the sixteen songs on the record. Now, on the 20th anniversary year of Coke Machine Glow, fans have more to delight in: the audiobook of Coke Machine Glow and a brand new album by Downie, released posthumously.  Coke Machine Glow is a rich, haunting collection that reveals both the public and private selves of one of Canada's most enigmatic musicians. In poetry that is urban, gritty and political, as well as romantic, nostalgic and whimsical, Downie allows us a glimpse inside his world. With his acute and observing eye, he gives us snapshots of his life, both on the road and at home; he writes of loneliness and isolation; of longing and desire; of the present and the past; of dreams and nightmares; love lost and love of family. Ultimately, this book is about the distances that bridge and separate us. Layered and deceptively simple, imbued with Downie's wit, insight, anger, compassion and rock'n'roll edge, Coke Machine Glow is a remarkable debut from a remarkable creator.  This special audiobook edition features readings from Downie's family and friends, including: Dan Ayckroyd Robbie Baker Andrew Cash Dave Clark Julie Doiron Charlyn Downie Clare Downie Clemens Downie Lou Downie Mike Downie Patrick Downie Paula Downie Willo Downie Johnny Fay Josh Finlayson Sarah Harmer Kevin Hearn Dave 'Billy Ray' Koster Paul Langlois Andy Maize Ron MacLean Bruce McCulloch Dale Morningstar Larry Murphy Andrea Nann Dr. Pee Damian Rogers Jonathan Shedletzky Gord Sinclair Kaya Usher

Make it Nice by Dorinda Medley

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/487453 [https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/487453] to listen full audiobooks. Title: Make it Nice Author: Dorinda Medley Narrator: Dorinda Medley Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 1 minute Release date: August 17, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 9 Ratings of Narrator: 4 of Total 5 Genres: Arts & Entertainment Publisher's Summary: The Real Housewives of New York City fan favorite Dorinda Medley takes us inside her roller-coaster life and iconic Blue Stone Manor to share how we, too, can Make It Nice. Throughout her life, Dorinda Medley has always strived to “make it nice” regardless of the circumstances. In her incredibly candid memoir, the real housewife of New York City opens the doors of Blue Stone Manor, her Berkshires sanctuary, welcoming fans into her beloved home. In her first-ever written life story, Dorinda clips away all pretense and noise to unveil the not-so-glamorous bumps in the road that have marked her colorful journey toward becoming the person fans, colleagues, and friends know and love today. This is a vulnerable and emotional account of love, motherhood, loss, and the not-entirely-planned adventure from her modest beginnings in the Berkshires to her personal, social, and professional ascent—told in her trademark manner. Chronicling the life of the reality television star, Make It Nice also features life lessons for those who may experience similar challenges, as well as the celebrated hostess’s invaluable entertaining tips, all presented with the humor and wit that have “oh-so-well made” Dorinda Medley a most compelling compilation.

Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah by Kathy Iandoli

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/490387 [https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/490387] to listen full audiobooks. Title: Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah Author: Kathy Iandoli Narrator: Kathy Iandoli, Bahni Turpin Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 9 minutes Release date: August 17, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.2 of Total 5 Ratings of Narrator: 4.5 of Total 2 Genres: Arts & Entertainment Publisher's Summary: In a definitive and “excellent homage to a star who left this planet too soon” (Questlove), the life, career, tragic death, and evolution of Aaliyah into a music legend are explored—now updated with new material featuring in-depth research and exclusive interviews. By twenty-two years old, Aaliyah had already accomplished a staggering amount: hit records, acclaimed acting roles, and fame that was just about to cross over into superstardom. Like her song, she was already “more than a woman” but her shocking death in a plane crash prevented her from fully growing into one. Now, two decades later, the full story of Aaliyah’s life and cultural impact is finally and lovingly revealed. Baby Girl features never-before-told stories, including studio anecdotes, personal tales, and eyewitness accounts on the events leading up to her untimely passing. Her enduring influence on today’s artists—such as Rihanna, Drake, Normani, and many more—is also celebrated, providing Aaliyah’s discography a cultural critique that is long overdue. “There’s no better way to pay your respect to R&B’s true angel than to lose yourself in the pages” (Kim Osorio, journalist and author of Straight from the Source) of this “dazzling biography” (Publishers Weekly) that is as unforgettable as its subject. This book was written without the participation of Aaliyah’s family/estate.