RTBF Classic 21 - Route

RTBF Classic 21 - Route is a rare find: a French-language country station from Belgium. It works. The programming leans toward classic country - think Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson - but they also slip in modern tracks from Sturgill Simpson and Chris Stapleton. The presentation is in French, which adds a unique charm. Hearing a Belgian DJ introduce a Merle Haggard song in French feels right. They even sprinkle in bluegrass occasionally. It's not perfect: sometimes the talk segments run too long, and you'll wish for more obscure picks. But for a country radio Belgium offering from a…