1 -- Abby Barnes

Abby Barnes is an upcoming singer/songwriter coloring her world with emotionally charged melodies. Growing up in Melbourne, Australia, she developed a passion for the visual arts, before finding a new love for writing, and making music. Her music crosses genres including indie-pop, alt-rock, and dark wave. In this episode, host DavidG showcases Abby's most recent masterpieces, including her new single, Mars.

2 -- Candydates

Born in the salty mists of Livorno in January 2023, The Candydates are the natural evolution of a sound that once roamed the streets of Italy and Europe in the 2010s. Former members of Bad Love Experience and The Jackie O’s Farm—two bands both nominated for the David di Donatello award for Best Original Song in two different films by director Paolo Virzì—have reunited to write a new chapter. Join DavidG as he explores what's lies in store for this unique band.

3 -- 3TIMES7

In Episode 3, host David G puts the spotlight on a very talented group from the UK. 3Times7 are a high-energy soul, funk, and blues band hailing from Horley, Surrey—blending rich vocals, gritty guitar work, and infectious grooves into a sound that’s both timeless and unmistakably their own.

4 -- The Jack Rubies

Three decades on from their last release on TVT Records, the Rubies have reformed with their original lineup and every bit of their bewitchingly jagged sound intact. In this episode, host DavidG presents the latest from this iconic Indie band.

5 -- The Gold Needles

This week, the spotlight's on The Gold Needles, Simon, Dave, Mark and Carl, a powerpop quartet from England. Founded in East Yorkshire in 2015, the band delivers an eclectic, energetic sound inspired by pop legends of the 60s through the 80s.

6 -- Jacob Tell

In this episode, host David G features the music of Jacob Tell, a talented singer songwriter whose songs reflect the trials and tribulations of life on a personal level.

7 -- WORLD5

In this edition of the IndieHQ Spotlight Show, host DavidG introduces his listeners to a unique pop-rock band made up of members on three continents. WORLD5 has been rocking their unique sound for more than a decade. The show features tracks from their recent Album III release.

8 -- The Far North

Episode 8 of the IndieHQ Spotlight Show with DavidG features the music of The Far North, a solo Indie Folk/Americana project of Lee Wylding, a UK based singer-songwriter who formerly performed with The Fireflys. Lee's music is atmospheric, emotional and powerful.