The Global Countdown
The Global Countdown
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.Social links:
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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.
08:17
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.
07:55
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.
08:58
Monocle Radio’s September playlist preview
Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco previews Monocle Radio’s refreshed September playlist.
08:22
Switzerland’s 2026 summer hits
Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco looks at the summer 2026 hits in Switzerland.
09:39
Italy’s summer hits of 2026
Fernando Augusto Pacheco listens to the hits that are defining Italy’s summer of 2026.
07:58
Five songs to enjoy this summer
Monocle Radio’s Fernando Augusto Pacheco continues his summer celebrations with five songs to enjoy this season.
08:41
The summer is magic: A collection of sunny songs
Fernando Augusto Pacheco celebrates summer with five songs to add to your beach, lake or poolside playlist this season.
08:27
The summery Spanish charts
Fernando Augusto Pacheco heads to Spain to hear the summer’s top songs, including Quevedo’s ode to the island of La Graciosa.
07:37
The Global Countdown’s World Cup final: Which country’s music will come out on top?
Fernando Augusto Pacheco is here with the final instalment of our World Cup of music. But between South Korea, Turkey, Côte d’Ivoire, Cape Verde, Argentina and Colombia, which nation will strike the right chord?
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