Shortwave is a Rust-based streaming radio (IP radio/internet radio) application written by Felix Häcker, and it's my favorite way to manage my streaming radio stations on Linux. It's a GNOME Circle...
  • Habahnow@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    16 days ago

    I’m not to familiar with radio apps. Why do people like them over more popular streaming services like Spotify or pandora? The video mentions she likes a more human touch, but I’m not certain about the details.

    The video was extremely informative about the app though!

    • Not a replicant@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      16 days ago

      There’s a lot of music out there. Not all of it is available on Spotify.

      And not all of us want Spotify applying algorithms to our listening choices. I like to be surprised at unexpected gems from artists I’ve never previously encountered.

      I search www.live65.com for music in the genres I like. Blues, folk, world, deep breath adult contemporary (no, not the “decades” top 40s lists, more modern stuff)