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I am curious how many music and sound fans share my observation that listening to a well composed, arranged and sound-engineered music piece is almost the same as reading a good novel. For some reason this comparison has been popping up in my head for years now.

This iPhone app is a great choice for those who like to experiment with soundscapes, textures and the sounds of nature. Here is what its developer, Bluebird Software, says about the app:

Pocket Paradise is more than a soundscape generator. Create a truly unique and dynamic soundscape to enhance the ambience of any room while the scene magically changes before your eyes.

I personally am a big fan of digital downloads, partially because of the environmental concerns (remember, it's plastic we're talking about) but, more importantly, for „convenience“ reasons.

A couple of friends, however, were asking me if and when „Vanilla Fields“ will be available in CD format.

How can we live without an iPhone these days? There are apps for nearly everything (blogging, cooking, reading, eating, child-rearing, etc). Continue