🎙 Jordan Gaffney — From Empty Pubs to the UK’s Biggest Music Stages

In this episode, we sit down with Jordan Gaffney — radio presenter, musician, and the unstoppable energy behind The Indie Rock Show. Jordan brings a rare blend of grit and authenticity, sharing how his love for music carried him through lockdown, career transitions, and unexpected reinvention.

Jordan opens up about how he began as a teenager playing small-time gigs… only to later find himself covering some of the UK’s biggest festivals, interviewing major artists, and becoming the official media voice of the UK Festival Awards. What started as a volunteer radio slot eventually snowballed into a recognised platform, proving what consistency and passion can build.

In our conversation, Jordan talks openly about:

• How he rebuilt his career after gigs dried up during lockdown
• Why people connected more with his voice than his music — and how he embraced that shift
• His mission to champion emerging artists and preserve the authenticity of the indie scene
• The challenges of competing in an oversaturated media industry
• Why he’s seeking clarity, partnerships, investment, and direction for the next stage of his platform

Jordan’s story is one of reinvention — learning when to pivot, when to push, and when to let passion take the lead. Whether you’re a creator, entrepreneur, or someone figuring out your next step, his journey reminds us that sometimes the career meant for you is waiting right behind the one you thought you wanted.

A brilliant conversation with a brilliant mind — and one you don’t want to miss.