Our artist in the spotlight this week is:
DANIEL CHIGWIDDEN
Sydney NSW
Worship, pop, indie
Daniel Chigwidden is an Australian musician, songwriter, and worship leader whose passion for music began in his early years growing up in Townsville, North Queensland, learning guitar, leading worship, and being mentored in both faith and leadership from a young age. He formed the pop-rock band The Short List, which became a notable presence in North Queensland, supporting well-known Australian acts such as Eskimo Joe and INXS. The band also appeared at major festivals including Groovin the Moo, Easterfest, and Blackstump.
Daniel later relocated to Sydney to pursue a Bachelor of Music Performance at the Australian Institute of Music, where he formed the indie rock band Sugar Wolves. After several years immersed in the music industry, he experienced a personal turning point—returning to his Christian faith and redefining both his life and artistic direction.
Daniel now serves as a worship leader at Living Hope Church Camperdown alongside his wife, Marie, and their young family. His approach to worship emphasizes not only music, but a lifestyle of continual surrender and devotion—recognising that worship extends far beyond Sunday gatherings.
In 2026, Daniel will release a series of new singles and a digital EP culminating in a special event in August to celebrate the launch of his highly anticipated EP “Saved My Soul”.
See more at: Daniel Chigwidden