“No stone goes unturned to amplify the very best the indie world has to offer”!

RADIO WIGWAM is a radio station with a real purpose. It isn’t about core demographics, approved playlists or hidden agendas – it’s a community of music lovers and independent artists, united by playing good quality music and providing a platform for supporting emerging, under-the-radar talent from across the globe.

Radio Wigwam is no ordinary radio station, in fact it is more than just a radio station. As well as playing non-stop fantastic music we showcase independent artists via multiple radio shows 24/7 via DAB, web & app with no on-air ads. We also have teamed up with plenty of music industry organisations, festivals and venues where we organise live shows further helping grassroots music.

As well as a packed roster of shows, we also produce podcasts, and host indie showcases across the UK & beyond at iconic venues such as The Bedford, Firevolt & Wokingham Festivals, Focus Wales, Help Musicians & many more – plus we host our annual indie awards ceremony.

 

How We Work at Radio Wigwam

Since 2016, Radio Wigwam has existed for one simple reason: to champion great independent music and help grassroots artists reach new audiences.

Over the years we have supported thousands of artists through radio airplay, interviews, reviews, live events, networking opportunities and industry partnerships. Every opportunity we create is built around the same principles that have guided us from the very beginning: fairness, transparency, integrity and a genuine commitment to the grassroots music community.

As our community continues to grow, we think it’s important to explain exactly how we work.

Music Comes First

At Radio Wigwam, artists are selected because of the quality of their music.

We do not charge artists for radio airplay.

Every submission is considered on its own merits, and our presenters and music team make editorial decisions independently. Whether an artist is brand new or well established, our aim is always the same: to discover and share great music.

Opportunities Are Earned, Not Bought

The same philosophy applies to our live events.

We do not charge artists to perform at our showcases, networking events or concerts, and we have never operated a pay-to-play model.

When artists are invited to perform, it is because we believe in their music and want to help them connect with new audiences.

Optional Services, Complete Transparency

Alongside our broadcasting and live events, we offer a range of optional services for artists who would like additional promotional or professional support.

These services help us continue investing in Radio Wigwam and the wider grassroots music community, but they are entirely optional and are always clearly identified.

Choosing to use one of these services has no influence over radio airplay, playlist selection, reviews, awards, interviews or live performance opportunities.

Those decisions are always made independently and on merit.

Building a Stronger Grassroots Community

Our ambition has never been simply to run a radio station.

We want to help create a stronger, more connected grassroots music community by bringing together artists, venues, promoters, festivals, audiences and industry professionals in ways that benefit everyone involved.

We believe collaboration is stronger than competition, openness is better than assumption, and trust is earned through consistency and transparency.

If anyone ever has a question about how we work, we encourage them to get in touch. We are always happy to explain our approach and our decision-making.

Thank you to every artist, presenter, volunteer, venue, partner and listener who has been part of the Radio Wigwam journey. Your trust has helped build an organisation that continues to put great music—and the people who create it—at the heart of everything we do.

 

 

Since our inception, we’ve been fortunate to build strong relationships with industry leaders, including Music Venue Trust, LMSUK, Groover, Red Lantern Records, and many more. Our network has allowed us to engage with some of the UK’s most notable music events, and we’d love for you to be a part of our success.

We have developed a wealth of dedicated, talented DJs and presenters from professional hosts and curators to musicians who have found a new channel to express their passion, Radio Wigwam boasts a diverse roster of presenters providing only the very best music to our audience.

The Radio Wigwam Awards places us at the forefront of the independent music scene, recognised by the indie community as the leader in recognising global talent. Artists and music professionals travel from all over the globe to our London awards now in our 9^th year and this the best opportunity to support this global community.

We are not afraid to be different in our quest to support independent music from all over the world. We don’t take ourselves too seriously but we are deadly serious about the music and artists we support.