In an era where Spotify algorithms dominate, WXPN's 254,645 monthly visitors prove there's still massive appetite for human-curated discovery. This isn't just radio—it's a cultural institution that treats music like a craft, not content.

"They're not fighting the streaming wars—they're building a vinyl-first fortress where discovery happens by human curation, not algorithm."

The tech stack reveals their priorities: Cloudflare for performance, Vite for modern development, and a mobile-first design using Swiper. But notice what's missing—there's no heavy CMS or complex paywall. They're investing in content velocity and distribution, not locking it behind subscriptions. This is a broadcast mentality adapted for digital.

• 1,006,500 backlinks: authority built through decades of artist relationships, not SEO tricks
• Triple A programming leadership: they define the 'adult album alternative' space, not just compete in it
• Vinyl At Heart branding: physical media positioning in a digital world creates premium perception