FORMULA

FORMULA keeps it simple. No talk, no news, no gimmicks - just an endless stream of music. For a station that bills itself as 'Music radio Russia,' it delivers exactly that. You'll hear everything from Russian pop staples to occasional deep cuts, all strung together with minimal interruption. The 96kbps stream gives it a slightly lo-fi character, but that's part of the charm. It's not trying to be audiophile-grade. It's background music for your day, or a steady companion during work. The playlist is likely automated, but the selection avoids the most obvious chart hits. I caught a few tracks b…