The Global Countdown
Fernando Augusto Pacheco explores global music charts, highlighting the best—and quirkiest—hits from around the world.
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The Netherlands
Monocle’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the top songs in the Netherlands this week. Expect an exciting mix of genres from the country hosting Saturday’s Eurovision Song Contest.
Kyrgyzstan
Monocle’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the top songs in Kyrgyzstan this week.
Kenya
For this week’s Global Countdown, Monocle’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the top songs in Kenya.
France
Monocle’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the top songs in France this week. From a celebrated slam poet to good club-friendly tracks, it’s a chart to watch.
South Africa
For this week’s Global Countdown, Monocle’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the top songs in South Africa. Expect plenty of amapiano, the country’s jazz-inflected house music.
Lithuania
For this week’s Global Countdown, Monocle’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the top songs in Lithuania this week. Expect a bit of local hip-hop and the country’s disco-friendly Eurovision entry.
