Summer Music: Global Hit Recommendations

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The World’s Marco Werman and Producer April Peavey discuss their favorite CDs to bring to the pool party. We were wondering what global sounds are on your summer playlist?

April Peavey’s List

The Bombay Royale The Bombay Royale — You Me Bullets Love
Crucial tracks:
You Me Bullets Love
Jaan Pehechan Ho
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Hollie Cook (Photo: holliecook.com)Hollie Cook
Crucial tracks:
That Very Night
Milk and Honey
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The Mynah BirdsThe Mynah Birds — It’s My Time (single)
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Album cover of “Ifetayo.” Black Truth Rhythm Band — Ifetayo
Crucial tracks:
Umbala and Aspire
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Marco Werman’s List

Cover of Rocket Juice and the Moon’s self-titled album. (Photo: Wikipedia) Rocket Juice and the Moon
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Album cover of Alabama Shakes’ ‘Boys and Girls.’Alabama Shakes — Boys & Girls
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Album cover of ‘El Barrio.’Various — El Barrio
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