Russian-language radio stations

Russian-language radio is defined by the language used in its presentation, conversation and spoken features. The music can include Russian-language recordings alongside songs from other countries and traditions. A service may therefore have a broad musical selection while retaining Russian as the language connecting presenters with their audience. Programmes can combine familiar hits, new releases and guest interviews with short information or entertainment features. Listener contributions and requests create opportunities for participation in a shared language. For people living away from their country of origin, the spoken parts of a programme can offer familiarity without requiring the music to come from one place or period. Language describes an aspect of the listening experience rather than the ownership, political outlook or geographical purpose of a station. Russian-speaking audiences live in many countries, and a broadcaster can be rooted in a local community while reaching listeners elsewhere. The relevant connection is the language heard in its programmes and the audience able to follow and contribute to them.