[1] The format consists of a non-televised semi-final and grand final which is broadcast.

[3][better source needed] The show had a similar concept to the current radio song festival with winners being chosen by a professional jury.

[4][5] In November 2011, the ABU announced that they would organize its own TV and Radio Song Festivals to take place in Seoul, the South Korean capital, in time with 49th General Assembly in October 2012.

[7][8] The ABU Radio Song Festival is a concert performance for musicians, who are not under contract with any label.

The ABU recommends its members to introduce participating musicians and their songs on radio.