Cerise FM

Cerise FM doesn't chase the biggest hits. That's what makes it worth your time. The French station treats its playlist like a conversation, slipping from classic chanson into modern pop francophone without warning. One minute you'll get Gainsbourg's breathy baritone; the next, something sleek from Christine and the Queens or a deep cut off an Air record. It's an eclectic streak, and it works. Presentation stays light, mostly in French, with the dry, unhurried delivery this country's radio does better than anyone. Don't expect wall-to-wall commentary. The music carries the show. The mix leans p…