WBEZ

WBEZ is Chicago's public radio powerhouse. But beyond the headlines, its music programming deserves your attention. Sound Opinions, the long-running show with critics Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot, offers sharp album dissections you won't hear elsewhere. World Cafe brings intimate performances from artists like Phoebe Bridgers and Jason Isbell. Weekend slots explore everything from deep funk cuts to experimental electronica, often featuring local Chicago talent. The curation avoids safe NPR clichés. It's smart, surprising, and unpretentious. When you tune into WBEZ live, skip the news blocks for…