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D.S. & Durga

Radio Bombay (EDP)

2016

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Versions Timeline

2016

Radio Bombay EDP (Original Release)

Price Range
$180 – $300

Estimated price range, including all bottle sizes

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Perfumers

David Seth Moltz

"Radio Bombay EDP is a unisex woody-oriental fragrance from D.S. & Durga, launched in 2016. Created by David Seth Moltz, it imagines a sandalwood transistor radio warming in the heat of Bandra, Mumbai, translating that image into a creamy, radiant wood scent. The fragrance centers on sandalwood, cedar, coconut musc, ambergris, iris, and boronia, balancing dry wood, soft creaminess, and a slightly musky, atmospheric glow. Its character is more transparent and modern than dense, with a polished woody structure rather than an overtly sweet oriental style. Across its wear, it moves from radiant cedar-wood tones into creamy sandalwood and musky balsamic warmth. It is one of the brand's more recognizable sandalwood-led perfumes and is often noted for its evocative storytelling concept."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Spring
Summer
Fall

Ideal Weather

Dry
Hot
Mild
Sunny

Moods

Creative
Warm
Sophisticated
Mysterious
Relaxed

Occasions

Daily Use
Casual
Work
Travel
Date

Fun Facts

The fragrance was inspired by the image of a transistor radio carved from sandalwood playing ragas in the heat of Mumbai.

David Seth Moltz, co-founder of D.S. & Durga, is credited as the perfumer behind Radio Bombay.

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Aromatic Profile

0m/6h
Top Notes
1x
WoodyFreshGreenCreamyPowderyFloralFruityAnimalicResinousSweet

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–54m

woody notes
cedar
Middle Notes

54m–2h 42m

sandalwood
iris
boronia
peach
Base Notes

2h 42m–6h

ambrette
sandalwood
ambergris
balsam fir
musk
coconut

Performance

Longevity
60%

Moderate (4-6h)

Sillage
40%

Moderate

Reviews Summary

“Reviews describe Radio Bombay as a distinctive cedar-sandalwood scent with creamy, musky nuances and an unusual 'warm wood' effect that many find artistic and evocative. Positive feedback often highlights its unique sandalwood concept, smooth woody character, and true-unisex wearability. More mixed or negative reviews mention that the scent can come across as strange, dry, or overly woody, with some comparing it to wood shavings. Performance feedback is also mixed, but several users report that longevity is only moderate and softer than expected for the price.”

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