Radio Sol FM

Radio Sol FM serves up a reliable blend of Russian pop and oldies that feels like a trip through the country's musical history. Morning slots drag with too many ads, but once the music takes over, it's smooth sailing. The oldies selection is the real draw: Soviet-era hits from Alla Pugacheva and Lev Leshchenko, played with surprising frequency. It's a nostalgia hit for anyone who grew up with these tunes. The pop side is more current, though it occasionally drifts into generic chart territory. Still, the station knows its audience. You won't hear much Western music, which is refreshing for tho…