Baiana FM

Baiana FM is the kind of radio station you'd catch driving through Bahia's coastal towns, but you can now stream it from anywhere. The playlist cycles through Brazilian pop, samba, forró, and axé - it's a genuine slice of local music culture. The DJs keep the energy high, though sometimes the chatter between songs drags on a bit. That's part of the charm. You'll hear classics from Caetano Veloso and Gilberto Gil alongside current hits you won't find on international charts. Expect to hear Daniela Mercury and Ivete Sangalo too - the station loves its axé and samba-reggae. It's not trying to be…