Australia's National Songbook Launches with 10 Iconic Songs

The National Songbook, a new annual initiative, has been launched to recognize songs that have helped shape Australia's cultural identity. As reported by Billboard, the project preserves the songs that have helped shape Australia's cultural identity.

The inaugural inductees into The National Songbook include Midnight Oil's 'Beds Are Burning', the Easybeats' 'Friday On My Mind', and Helen Reddy's 'I Am Woman'. These songs were announced at a special event at the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia in Canberra.

The National Songbook will serve as a permanent digital archive, safeguarding music treasures for future generations. The songs were selected by an expert panel and represent over a century of Australian storytelling, creativity, and cultural expression.

The inaugural inductees can be streamed on Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube Music, and more information can be found on the NFSA website. This launch coincides with APRA's 100th anniversary.