Kismana Music

... was a niche radio program introducing listeners to new singles, new album releases and charted hits that were currently at Australian country radio by Australian artists - signed and unsigned - well known and emerging.

On air between September 2011 and December 30 2024, Showcase Australia’s mission was to take Australian Country Music to the world and provide a well

Networked Radio Program

rounded reflection of the country music industry in Australia.

The popular hour-long, radio show was broadcast through multiple networks, online and terrestrially - across Australia and globally, equating to 35+ hours of airtime each week.

With so much quality music regularly released to Australian Country Radio by

Australian Country Radio by Aussie artists, playlists were rarely repeated within the month, providing a fresh perspective and kept audiences engaged, informed and entertained. 

Following her decision to take a hiatus from producing the program, Connie Kis Andersen was elevated into the Australian Country Music Broadcaster's Hall of Fame in 2025.

"When I was looking for a new presenter for our Australian show I met up with Connie on a trip to Nashville. I knew from talking to her she would have the right voice and the knowledge of other Australian Music would be second to none. Her programme is one of the jewels in our crown and has a great following on CMR Nashville."   Lee Williams, CEO CMR Nashville

"Showcase Australia was a great find for us as we were looking for a program that does exactly what the name implies, showcasing Australian country music to the world. Well produced, informative and a great selection of music."  Jeff Francis, CEO Backwater Country (Formerly Tamar Valley Country 87.6FM)

"When our station started up in 2020 we canvassed our community to get their opinions on what sorts of shows they'd like to hear us play. Quite a number of people shouted "Country music please" so we decided to schedule three country music shows on Wednesday evenings.'

The first of these shows was "Showcase Australia" given we couldn't access any decent country music shows here in New Zealand and our nearest cousins in Australia already had a great show running.

We've been airing "Showcase Australia" for the last 18 months now and the feedback from listeners has been great. We're really keen on hearing Connie's voice every week with her unique blend of specially selected music."

John Watson - Manager  Radio Te Aroha - Your community radio station

SHOWCASE AUSTRALIA ...

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T/as Kismana Music

Updated 2022 & 2026

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David Rayside Photography