The Latvian language is an ancient Baltic language spoken by around 1.5 million people primarily in Latvia, as well as in neighboring countries such as Estonia and Lithuania. It is known for its unique phonetic system and complex grammar.
Despite its relatively small number of speakers, Latvian music has a vibrant scene with a range of popular artists. One of the most well-known is Aija Andrejeva, who has represented Latvia in the Eurovision Song Contest twice. Another popular artist is Jānis Stībelis, known for his catchy pop songs. The band Brainstorm, or Prāta Vētra in Latvian, is also a beloved group in the country, and has achieved international success with their song "My Star."
For those interested in listening to Latvian music or radio, there are several options available. Latvijas Radio is the national public radio network, offering a range of news, music, and cultural programming in Latvian. Other popular radio stations include Radio SWH, which plays a mix of Latvian and international pop music, and Star FM, which focuses on rock and alternative music.
XO FM
European Hit Radio
Radio SWH
Radio Skonto
Latvijas Radio - LR2
Radio Energy - Russian Radio
Latvijas Radio - LR1
Latvijas Radio - LR3
Latvijas Radio - LR6 Naba
Latvijas Radio - LR5
Radio SWH Rock
European Hit Radio - Русские Хиты
European Hit Radio - Superhits
Radio SWH Gold
European Hit Radio - Dance
OMH - Our Music History Since 1980
European Hit Radio - Fresh
Nordic Chillout Radio
European Hit Radio - Remixes RU
European Hit Radio - Top 40 RU