Alabama Public Radio

Alabama Public Radio is a public radio staple, but what sets it apart from the national NPR feed is its commitment to homegrown music. Morning drives feature rootsy Americana and Southern blues - think Rhiannon Giddens or a deep cut from the Alabama Muscle Shoals catalog. The midday block can feel a bit safe, leaning on light jazz that won't ruffle feathers. But stick around for the weekend: Saturday's folk show is a gem, unearthing local singer-songwriters you won't hear anywhere else. It's radio that understands place. The news segments are sharp, but the music is where this station finds it…