Радио Жега 96

Радио Жега 96 doesn't care about modern trends. It broadcasts Bulgarian folk music straight from the villages. Think gaida bagpipes, wedding band clarinets, and the iconic harmonies of the Bulgarian State Television Female Vocal Choir. The playlist is uncompromising. You won't hear pop crossovers. Some tracks sound like field recordings. That's the point. The streaming is at 96kbps, so don't expect hi-fi. But the soul of the music comes through. This is folk radio Bulgaria at its most authentic. The station plays a mix of instrumental dances and vocal pieces. The hora is a staple. Some tracks…