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Music of the World Cup: The Finalists

Soundcheck | Jul 8, 2010

One has experimental jazz, an acclaimed symphony orchestra, and plenty of "Nederpop." The other has flamenco, zarzuela, a strong opera tradition and a cornucopia of pop and rock styes. As The Netherlands and Spain battle it out in the World Cup final on Sunday, we offer the final installment of our series on Music of the World Cup.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Joining us is music journalist and former BBC radio personality Gary Burton.

Today's Playlist:

1. Air Miami - "World Cup Fever"

2. Jose Carreras- "Granada"

3. FOCUS- "Hocus Pocus"

4. Enrique Morente- "En Tiempos"

5. Andre Hazes- "Bloed Zweet En Tranen" ("Blood, Swea and Tears")

6. Salome- "Vivo Cantando"

7. Teach-In- "Ding-a-Dong"

8. Julio Iglesias- "Lo Mejor de Tu Vida"

9. Vengaboys- "We Like to Party"

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