Радио Свободынх Народов

Радио Свободынх Народов is a rarity. From Lithuania, it broadcasts world music with genuine depth. You'll hear Malian kora, Bulgarian choirs, Lithuanian sutartinės. The curation is adventurous, sometimes jarring. But that's the point. One moment it's Fela Kuti, the next a Sufi qawwali. The 192kbps stream gives clarity to these intricate sounds. Daytime can be uneven, with long folk pieces that test your attention span. Evening sessions, though, are electric. They mix global rhythms with modern production. Tracks from Buena Vista Social Club sit next to Hidden Orchestra. It's not easy listening…