Alfred

Alfred is an odd name for a radio station. It sounds like someone's granddad. But the music is anything but dusty. This Music radio United Kingdom station plays a startlingly wide range - you'll hear everything from obscure post-punk to forgotten soul 45s and modern experimental. It's like eavesdropping on a crate-digger's private collection. The transitions are jarring sometimes, which is the point. No smooth segues, just pure musical curiosity. If you're tired of algorithm playlists, Alfred is a breath of fresh air. The signal comes from the UK, but the sensibility is global. I've heard trac…