WOVV 90.1 Ocracoke Radio, NC

WOVV 90.1 is Ocracoke Island's lifeline to the wider musical world. This tiny community station broadcasts from a barrier island off North Carolina's coast, and its programming reflects the salt-crusted character of the place. Expect a whimsical grab-bag: folk ballads next to classic rock deep cuts, local bluegrass picking alongside obscure jazz records from the '60s. The DJs are volunteers who clearly raid their personal collections. One minute you're hearing a Carter Family tune, the next a track from some indie band you'll immediately Shazam. The production is rough around the edges - occas…