RTE - Radio Educativa

Cape Verde's RTE - Radio Educativa live broadcasts a sound that's unmistakably Atlantic. The station's playlist pulls from the islands' rich traditions: mornas, coladeiras, funanás, with the ghost of Cesária Évora hanging over every vocal. Not just nostalgia. You'll hear modern takes from artists like Mayra Andrade and some surprising global influences. That's the point. The programming feels educational in the best sense, teaching listeners about Cape Verdean culture through music. Daytime slots lean accessible, but late nights get deeper, more experimental. Presenters speak with warmth and k…