If you use both iTunes and Last.fm, then you'll need someway to integrate the
two when it comes to control and scrobbling. Bowtie is a free application
that allows you to do both and even control your iPhone (although this latter
feature requires purchasing a 99¢ companion app via the Apple Store). Bowtie
has a huge number of customizable shortcuts to enhance control over iTunes
and it submits your songs to Last.fm. The controller has its own mini player
with basic controls plus an iTunes library search function. Bowtie
automatically fades in and out when you start and close iTunes. The basic
default theme is rather plain but if you have any HTML and CSS knowledge you
can create your own. However, fortunately for those that don't, there is a
thriving community of users who have created skins for you. There are a
couple of themes included but surely the developers could have added a few
more. Sometimes I found Bowtie a little hard to locate. The interface is so
small that it easily gets hidden behind other apps as it doesn't seem to
float very well. Also, when I initially started Bowtie, it took ages to kick
into action but when it did, it worked great. *Bowtie is ideal for iTunes and
Last.fm users that want greater integration and control between the
two.*Download *Bowtie 1.4* in Softonic
