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The Global Countdown

The Global Countdown

Written by: Monocle
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Join Fernando Augusto Pacheco for a spin through the hits and misses of the world’s music charts, from the sublime to the ridiculous and everything in between. Whether it’s tropical treats from his native Brazil, a surprise hip-hop smash in Mongolia or the latest Swedish pop sensation, Fernando is on hand every week to ensure you never miss a beat.

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Episodes
  • The pop divas you should know

    The pop divas you should know
    Feb 26 2026

    Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the pop divas you should know: electropop queen Aitana, the exciting sounds of Theodora, dance-floor-ready tracks by Amaarae, sunny Marina Sena and Aussie techno-pop princess Sam Quealy.

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    10 mins
  • The top-five songs in Greece

    The top-five songs in Greece
    Feb 19 2026

    Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the top-five songs in Greece, including new music by Eleni Foureira and Greek icons Anna Vissi and Konstantinos Argiros.

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    7 mins
  • Brazilian Carnival special: The songs to know in 2026

    Brazilian Carnival special: The songs to know in 2026
    Feb 12 2026

    Monocle Radio's Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the top songs at this year's Carnival in Brazil, from a disco-diva classic to a song about looking sexy on a jet ski.

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    11 mins
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