The Global Countdown
Fernando Augusto Pacheco explores global music charts, highlighting the best—and quirkiest—hits from around the world.
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Brazil: The land of ‘sertanejo’ music
Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the top five songs in Brazil. It’s no surprise that country music continues to dominate the charts.
The songs that have defined Brazilian politics
As Brazil gets ready to vote for a new president this Sunday, Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the songs that have defined Brazilian politics.
The top songs in Sri Lanka
Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the top songs in the Sri Lankan music charts.
Slovakia’s new global pop star
Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the Slovak charts and the success of Adéla, Slovakia’s new global pop star.
The wonders of Egyptian pop
Fernando Augusto Pacheco celebrates the top Egyptian songs at the moment. Rest assured that there’s plenty of Tul8te and Amr Diab.
An end-of-summer playlist celebrating Monocle’s Quality of Life Conference Lisbon
In celebration of Monocle’s Quality of Life Conference in Lisbon, Fernando Augusto Pacheco picks a sunny collection of songs from the Lusophone world.
Monocle Radio’s September playlist preview
Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco previews Monocle Radio’s refreshed September playlist.
Switzerland’s 2026 summer hits
Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the summer 2026 hits in Switzerland.
Italy’s summer hits of 2026
Fernando Augusto Pacheco listens to the hits that are defining Italy’s summer of 2026.
Five songs to enjoy this summer
Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco continues his summer celebrations with five songs to enjoy this season.
