Radio 53 Novgorod

Radio 53 Novgorod plays exactly what you'd expect from a Russian city with deep history, and that's a compliment. The playlist pulls heavily from Soviet-era pop, the kind of music your grandparents probably danced to. Think Alla Pugacheva, VIA groups like Pesnyary, and the occasional international oldie from the 70s or 80s. It's nostalgic, sure, but the DJs keep things moving with light commentary in Russian. The morning slot drags a bit with too many dedications. But by afternoon, the music picks up. You'll hear Russian pop hits from the 90s alongside classic rock ballads. It's not trying to…