RPR1. Köln/Bonn

RPR1 Köln/Bonn doesn't pretend to be anything other than what Cologne wants to hear. The station splits itself between Top 40 chart hits and a surprisingly engaged roster of local DJs who actually know the city. Morning drive-time blocks lean heavy on banter - you get genuine chemistry from presenters who've worked together for years, which beats the scripted morning-show patter you hear elsewhere. The music rotates through current pop stars alongside slightly older tracks that still dominate streaming playlists. Afternoons thin out and become more background-friendly, though the evening slots…