Laser 106.7 Merlo

Tuning into Laser 106.7 Merlo feels like stumbling upon a house party in the Buenos Aires suburbs. The station doesn't try to be anything other than what it is, a local frequency that plays whatever the DJ feels like spinning. You'll hear Argentine rock legends like Charly Garcia and Spinetta sit next to cumbia pop and the occasional reggaeton track. It's erratic but honest. The DJs announce songs in Spanish with a mix of slang, and they love taking calls from listeners. That 36kbps stream fidelity is lo-fi, but it adds a layer of authenticity. This isn't a polished international broadcaster;…