AURAL RADIO

AURAL RADIO streams at 128kbps, which tells you something: this isn't a polished commercial operation. It's raw, unfiltered, and that's its charm. The music selection roams wide - from Indian fusion to obscure electronica, from Bollywood instrumental covers to ambient drones. You never know what's next, and the lack of DJ chatter keeps the focus on the tunes. It feels like someone's personal collection gone public. The audio compression adds a warm, slightly fuzzy texture that suits the eclectic mix. Is it for everyone? No. The unpredictable flow can frustrate if you want structure. But for ba…