NOVOE - Novosibirsk

NOVOE - Novosibirsk is the kind of station you put on when you want a slice of Siberian life. The playlist is a broad mix, expect Russian pop hits alongside classic rock from the 80s and 90s. It's not breaking new ground, but that's not the point. It's familiar, comforting radio. The stream quality at 64kbps is a bit low for audiophiles, but it's fine for background listening. The lack of talk between songs suggests a mostly automated playlist, though occasional station IDs in Russian remind you where you are. If you're curious about what everyday radio sounds like in Novosibirsk, this is it.…