MDR Sputnik Rock

MDR Sputnik Rock has been a fixture of German alternative radio since the 90s, but it doesn't coast on nostalgia. The station balances classic German punk (think Die Toten Hosen) with contemporary indie and hard rock. You'll hear international acts too - Queens of the Stone Age or IDLES sit comfortably alongside local heroes. The DJs have genuine taste, often playing tracks you won't catch on commercial rock radio. The 128kbps stream is crisp enough for headphones without buffering. Mornings are high-energy, late nights lean darker and heavier. It's not perfect - some ad breaks feel long - but…