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Learn about Australia through country music

There's a lot you can find out about Australia by listening to country music. The words of the songs often tell you about the land, the history and the people of Australia. To help you discover this great country, some fine compilations can help you.

The Country Music Association of Australia (CMAA) rewards the country's finest artists on their annual Awards show in Tamworth, NSW, with a Golden Guitar.

"The Winners", released by EMI Australia on a double album contain all nominees.

1995, ABC Australia

1996, EMI Australia

2002, EMI Australia (3CD box)

ABC Australia has always had an open mind for new talent, gathered on the following compilations:

1996

1997

1998 (2CD)

2000

The Star Maker is Australia's biggest talent contest.

2000, ABC Australia (2CD)

For more about Australia, go to PICTURE SHOW and AUSTRALIAN COUNTRY MUSIC, A LOVE STORY.

2003, Australian Storytellers

(Compass Bros. Australia)

2004, The Winners

(EMI Australia)

2005, The Winners

(EMI Australia)

NO PLACE LIKE

(Tom Curtain)

2006, The Winners

(EMI Australia)

2007, The Winners

(EMI Australia)

2008, The Winners

(EMI Australia)

2009, The Winners

(EMI Australia)