Radio Optimum

Radio Optimum keeps it simple: music first, everything else second. That's refreshing. The station feels distinctly French without being stuck in the past. You'll hear Serge Gainsbourg classics next to modern indie acts from Paris's emerging scene. The playlists are eclectic, moving from electronic beats to acoustic guitar without warning. It's the kind of radio you'd put on while cooking or driving. Not demanding, but never boring. The DJs talk just enough to keep things moving, though sometimes the chatter gets in the way. Still, the music selection makes up for it. For anyone looking to lis…