



Indie Spotlight Melbourne Podcast 03.05.26 Episode 86 Blissful Melancholy Band
Blissful Melancholy is a duo based in Melbourne known for their melodic original compositions. Formed in 2025, the band consists of Freya on lead and harmony vocals and Sam on guitar, bass and keyboards. The duo blends rock and pop sensibilities with folky/alternative elements to create songs with…

Indie Spotlight Melbourne 26.02.26 Episode 85 Joshua Batten
Melbourne based Roots Rocker Joshua Batten is a genuine performer, with a rare ability to truly connect with his audience. Based on his own insights from living with neurodiversity, his original songs offer authentic reflections of introspective moments, humbly presented as universally relatable ex…

Indie Spotlight Melbourne 19.02.26 Episode 84 Noy Ben Ami
Noy Ben Ami is a phenomenal guitarist and vocalist who performs Soul, Funk, Blues, Country, and Rock hits with a unique twist. Fluent in Jewish and Israeli music, Noy also specializes in providing memorable performances for weddings and Bar/Bat Mitzvahs. Utilizing his virtuoso solo guitar skills al…

Indie Spotlight Melbourne 12.02.26 Episode 83 Lazr Bees
Combining Afro, Middle Eastern and Celtic musical elements with unashamed rock vocals, this track is pure LAZR BEES madness. Soaring vocals, dark funky bass lines, and dance-oriented horns will get you moving.

Indie Spotlight Melbourne 29.01.26 Episode 82 Ymma Tierra
Melbourne-based cultural bearer and singer- songwriter, Ymma Tierra (Samantha Levy) has captivated audiences at some of Australia’s most respected festivals and venues; including Dragon Dreaming, FRL, Warburton Arts Centre and Memo Music Hall - sharing festivals and the stage with acclaimed artists…

Indie Spotlight Melbourne 22.01.2026 Episode 81 Charlie and Co Band
Charlie & Co is a neo soul and funk group from Melbourne, fronted by vocalist Charlotte Glover. Known for her powerhouse voice and easy, feel-good stage presence, Charlotte leads the band with a mix of musical talent and a genuine love of getting people on their feet. Her journey into music didn’t …

Indie Spotlight Melbourne 18.12.2025 Episode 80 Michael Macri
Michael Macri is a renowned singer/songwriter in the Melbourne music scene. With his band “The Michael Macri band” his original songs cross a number of genre from classic rock to pop and soul, music that has influences of the past through to the sounds of today. His distinctive voice captures the b…

Indie Spotlight Melbourne 11.12.2025 Episode 79 Naive Atom
Naïve Atom is a Melbourne-based electronic duo featuring vocalist Amutha and producer Dave. Their sound merges Amutha’s distinctive rap style and exotic scales with Dave’s passion for experimental bass music. Together, they craft music on their own terms, seeking out spaces where the right energy c…

Indie Spotlight Melbourne 04.12.25 Episode 78 Mark Howard
In the two years since stepping out as a solo artist and releasing his debut album Passing Strangers, Phillip Island troubadour Mark Howard has been chasing the same dream that first took hold in childhood… to travel, make music, and pass those stories down to his family. Largely overlooked by the…

Indie Spotlight Melbourne 20.11.25 Epidsode 77 Shani Weiss and Dragnfly Industri
Shani and Jo met up to talk about Shani's EP Launch, All About Life and about Jo's upcoming singles, being muso mums and how to survive in th music industry.