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Vintage Latin Picks From Betto Arcos Of 'Global Village'

Betto Arcos calls Pedro Miguel Y Sus Maracaibos (pictured) one of the stand-out bands from the heyday of tropical music in Peru.
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Betto Arcos calls Pedro Miguel Y Sus Maracaibos (pictured) one of the stand-out bands from the heyday of tropical music in Peru.

Betto Arcos hosts a show called Global Village on KPFK in Los Angeles. He recently sat down with Guy Raz, host of weekends on All Things Considered, to discuss what he's been spinning. Normally, Arcos shares new music, but here he goes back in time. You can listen to their conversation by clicking on the audio link above, and hear the full songs below.

And here's a bonus: A video of Michi Sarmiento talking about his music.

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