Australian Music Radio Airplay Project (AMRAP)

Alex Hosking singing at the CBAA Conference 2024

Alex Hosking at the CBAA Conference 2023

The Australian Music Radio Airplay Project (AMRAP) is an exclusive and free platform for community radio presenters to discover and download new Australian music.

We connect community stations and program makers with musicians, record labels, and music representatives through amrap.org.au. AMRAP helps stations meet their Australian music quotas and stay at the forefront of new music.

Why Use AMRAP?

Access the newest Australian music: From major labels, independents, and unsigned artists.
Browse easily: With search filters, editorial guides, and weekly AMRAP charts.
Help meet Australian airplay quota: Give programs an edge in showcasing unique sounds.
Download music for airplay 100% legally: With no limits, unlike streaming services like Spotify or YouTube.
Free: For all Australian community radio broadcasters and musicians.
Admin users can: Broadcast music, allow previews, and copy for station use and backups.

FAQs

How do I sign up?

Go to amrap.org.au and sign up in less than 10 minutes.

Who’s eligible to use amrap.org.au?

Program makers, producers, and staff at licensed Australian community radio stations.

How do I know if there’s explicit content in the music?

We check for explicit content, but presenters should always vet tracks before airing.

What can I use the music from amrap.org.au on?

You can use tracks to broadcast music and copy for personal review and backup. You cannot share, sell or distribute the music.

I’m interested in finding out about AMRAP Pages?

See AMRAP Pages for more information.

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Projects & Partnerships

In addition to the amrap.org.au platform, we also engage in a range of initiatives to distribute and promote Australian music to community radio broadcasters nationwide.

AMRAP Programs on the Community Radio Network: The Local Source and Australian Music Is Bloody Great broadcast through the Community Radio Network (CRN) weekly. Listen on the Community Radio Plus app or your favourite community radio station that broadcasts these shows. If you’re a station interested in broadcasting these programs, check out the Community Radio Network.
AMRAP Digital Service (coming soon): A new service that will match new Australian music with community broadcasters via targeted email delivery.
Workshops: We host regular webinars and participate in talks for community radio and music industry about music programming, interviews, and local culture engagement through CBAA Learning and externally.
First Sounds: A unique initiative showcasing new First Nations music for community radio airwaves. Keep an eye out for future volumes by subscribing to AMRAP updates.
On The Road Again & Community Hubs: Creating live music infrastructure and opportunities through community radio stations around the country.