Tempo FM

Tempo FM is a rare bird in Afghanistan's radio landscape - a dedicated classical station refusing to bow to commercial pressures. The playlist swings from Mozart and Chopin to indigenous compositions for rubab and tabla, reminiscent of masters like Homayun Sakhi. It's an unexpected marriage that somehow makes perfect sense. The station's DJs maintain a low profile, letting the music speak for itself. No chatter or ads interrupt the flow. Each piece breathes. The overall mood is introspective, ideal for reading or contemplative hours. Occasionally, a full orchestra piece bursts through the calm…