Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

RUBY

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Bad Alchemy

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Emerson

Nàila

Carl Zed

City of Southampton Orchestra

Geoff Williams

The Daytonas

Aoife Scully

High Mileage

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

PB Squared

The Slack 5

Reverence Sound

The Howlin' Blackouts

Roger Chantler

Milkin' It

NIKHITA

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

Riverside Blues Band

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

St Andrews Pipe Band

October Some When

Steve Weston

WooHabs

Far Solar

Rhythms of Resistance

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

SO Sound Choir

Hedgehogs

Ryan Watts

Ekoweko

The Halliwells

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Room 18

Lyla Skyrim

Munro

The Alternates

NoteWorthy

The Monday Grooves

The Dark Poet

Woodfalls band

The Slow Cooked Bears

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Accrington Stanley

Jim Pearson

The Surge

Cosmic Sisters

Tired Less

Andrew Buchanan

Madison Square

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Waldo Salt

The Restless Coast

Arboresque

Bragging Rights

DJ Alex

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

DJ_MAJOR

Mosaic

Jax Leonard

Kalopsia

Bamboo and Bow

The Zone

5 Degrees North

Oddball Savage

Oscar Meades

Ollie Owen Jones

Arlo Star

Olivia Marsha

The Red Stars

Roger James Shephard

Flipside

Space Ace Robot

Velickaite Sisters

Dusky Moon

Angling For Farthings

Alfie Ingram

Jon Yale

Q Shaq

The Picton Readers Club

Maerefolk

Southampton's Music History

GABRIELA

Margarita Sleepover

Kieran Snell

DJ Drive

Hampshire Guitar Club

Dompap

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Elie Pembrey

3's a Crowd

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

The Postmen

The Phantom Majors

FREESPIRITS

Silvermon

DJ JAMES B

Pianoman Justie

Kindred Found

ItsPetre

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Malcolm Carlo

Haeze

Lottie Marie

Freestone

Benana Student Showcase

Lachlan Horne

Innovator

The Pop Tarts

Echo Union

Eternal Gloom

Eat Your Greens

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Giles Halski

Suncliffe

EVXN

He Fired First

Harry Ryan

Gaz Parker

Fragile Lucy

Southampton Grad Band

Elemci

Adam Kammerling

Charmtype

H.AZ

The Salamanders

Shiversa

Jess Breame

JACKPUDDING

Industry Plant

Mariano Korman

NJT

The Long Shorts

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Hail

JJCornick

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

Mai

Ibz & Da Goats

Amy Fox

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Bisola

Stereo Swan

RENEGADE ROSE

Hanna Gibbons

Naty Giachino

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Westingway

Xènia Páez

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Helicopter Pirates

Southampton's Greek & Cypriot Dance Group 'Methexis' & 'Nostos' Polyphonic Singing Group

Laura Klima

Jim Bryant

Mick Gough

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

James K. Barker

My Black Poison

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Tony Arthur

The Sky at Night

The Bob Squad

Cat Elliott

Andy White Poetry

Zombie’ites

Citizen Perez

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Mad Simple

Ajay Sahota

Voice FM

Under The Attic

Zen Juddhism

Laurie Bolger

Love Is Enough

Address soundsystem

Ribble

D'vonti

Earth Propellor

Bella Cameron

Ocean Harmony

Greenish

Sofia Gillani

Lucy RS Must c

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Sculpt

Angel Jones

KSJM

Mr. Buoyant

160

Jaquie Daniels

Karl V

Stuart Evans

Greeny & the Voyagers

Hydeout

Vermin

Arji Manuelpillai

Mike Lemin Band

The Outsiders

9 Lives

Saxofony

Sean Bertram

Ronk Torp

Pacuk Band

Broken Links

Slap the Willow

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Beardos and Weirdos

71chain

Sugar Bang

Puddleglum

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Scarlett

McGriff

Jack Walker

CHIMAN 101

The Ben Poore Project

The Wildcards

Totton Ukulele Band

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Psychedelic Skies

Godless Suns

Romsey Shanty Crew

Kinesis 4

WAPPADUSA Sound System

OCB & Adam Turner

Big man with Small guitar

Jonathan Klein

Continental Liaison

Roxy's Revenge

Adventure State

Good-will

MoniQ

The Sound Crew

Ian Kimber

Days of Speed

Will Walton

G-MAN 777

Hük

Freya Golding

Mike and the Mojitos

Halliwell

Nia Nicholls

Dawn of Dystopia

Diffy Dames

Purple Grace

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

SKAM

Lounge Room Lizards

Sebastian Horton

Watching the Buzzards

Mahoosive

Kase the Myth

Arzenic

Club Bad

this occasional society

According to Brian

Achoiring Voices

desperateBeauty

OC Thomas

Igloo Hearts

Amie Lou Shaw

Gig Night

Way Down South

Brian Hooper

Xionic

Ignitez

Batala Portsmouth

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Moakz

Riverside Concert Wind Band

International Jet Set

Rosie jay

Wire -JD

Ukofonics

Dan James

You

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Voodoo Rays

CJOHNSON

Theresa Lola

RELLiX

Rosie Hollins

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Eva Nicole

Vexmantra

Hobb Lane

The Duskers

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Vacant Shores

Canis Arboris

Fiesta FM

Uke Box Glory

Alexander Bithell

Echo Mask

Sam Solace

GaYeon Lee

Dj Sarah Nash

Lucy Smith

Michael Devaux

Betterphor

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Kalopsia (duo)

Spindrift

Amelia Simpson

Lost Post

Nick Haynes

Royston Black

Guillotine Union Boys

Dara Blaxx

FancyWall

Loose Change

Days of closure

Lamelle Shaw

TBC

Anita Foxall Poetry

Matt Sanger

gaz909

Jubilee

One foot in the rave

Craig Chalmers

dj junk

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Punkhub

Lula Gold

The Bex quartet

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

DJ / Open Mic

Palookaville

Ricco Sakona

The Shantywomen

Jackson Davies

Cocoa

Reverb (Hampshire)

Frontline

The Slowdown

Jay Munday

Deepest Sense

Felis Leo

Steam Machine

Rachel Jeffcoat

SJ Ventįl

James & Phil

SOS PRESENTS

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Gimme a Break DJs

Zakk Paules

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

The Can Can Club.

The Soulcatchers

Sea Ranch

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

Elephants With Shotguns

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Belle Saint

Red Light Spies

Footless Kicks

Mart Ward Talks

Katy Halliwell

Paul Levi

Chimney and I K 8OY

Nick JT

Cella

Miriam

Exhilaro

Swan Samba

Stephanio

Tesoro Duo

Millie Woodrow

Lee Huxtable

Sonne

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

South Central

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Marsupial

Changing Melody

AfroDeX

New Tide

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

The Elderlys

Groove Bakers

The Dandelion Chain

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Funky Business

Dean Antony

“Loved the carnival atmosphere generated in the city, the camaraderie and the music.”

“The outstanding quality of the performers all day from 1pm right through to 8pm made me so proud to be part of the Southampton music scene.”

“DJing in the docks! 🚢 Amazing to play in parts of Southampton that are normally shut off to the public. We had a great time for Music in The City.”

“what did you love about Music in the City 2025?... the sheer range of music available to everyone for free was amazing, some great talent there. ”

“Pure Rehearsal Studios: A superb weekend showcasing the amazing talent in the area. Well done!”

“Huge Congrats Chris Orr, a fabulous time was has by one and all and it was a pleasure and great fun volunteering.”

“what do you think Music in the City stands for?... Community, the love of music and showcasing our wonderful city!”

“I think this was the biggest and best yet! So many people had flocked to the city for the event. Very well organised event and I always love playing each year.”

“Loved the opportunity to play in an unusual venue, and to meet other musicians.”

“what do you think Music in the City stands for?... Promoting music as a community activity for all. Local musicians, local businesses, local venues and helpers all volunteering to provide a free music festival that showcases Southampton's multi-faceted culture and history.”

“What I loved most was the energy, creativity, and dedication behind the scenes.”

“Loved playing in the lovely acoustic of the Art Gallery to a very large and enthusiastic audience.”

“Just a huge thank you to the organisers. I doff my cap to you all.”

“Loved the inclusive nature of the event - all welcome to take part and contribute. The 'let's go for it' attitude and positivity from Chris Orr.”

“Hats off to all involved in this event. It gets better every year 👏👏.”

“Loved having the opportunity to be involved in a big event as a volunteer, and getting the chance to have a position of responsibility.”

“The amount of work and collaboration that has gone into this event is incredible. Everyone should feel very proud of such an achievement.”

“The marketing materials were really professional looking this year and the availability of posters, t-shirts etc gave a real cohesive and community look to the whole event.”

“Loved the positive atmosphere from bands and punters, interest from passers by and cruise ship passengers, the inclusivity.”

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

“Loved playing in a vault, very different! The website with the option to plan your line-up was genius.”

“There was a lovely atmosphere, and a nice friendly crowd. I thought Johny and Katherine did a fabulous job in organising and supporting us artists.”

“We had a fabulous time. Can't wait to do it all again x. Thank you for the opportunity.”

“The atmosphere around Southampton on Sunday was lovely - well done!”

“The website was really good and made it really simple to view the programme and work out who was on and where.”

“Loved the whole day. The support and people being brought together ❤️”

“Saturday helping to organise and play at Beards & Boards for Music in The City was one of the best days of my life.”

“what did you love about Music in the City 2025?... opportunity to visit new venues and areas of the city, especially the Vaults. Variety of music. Music and joy everywhere. ”

“Thanks for pulling this festival together - what an amazing feat. It is a great thing!”

“what did you love about Music in the City 2025?... the whole ‘buzz’ of everyone just enjoying themselves - acts and punters alike. ”

“Loved all of it! The atmosphere, the people, the music, Southampton felt alive and vibrant!”

“what did you love about Music in the City 2025?... the variety of music making and the opportunities it afforded everyone - also the sense of community.”

“What a weekend that was!! Huge congratulations to you for pulling that together, and organising the army of volunteers across the city.”

“We were on the Hythe ferry with the Southampton Salty Sea Dogs. Absolutely brilliant little cruise. Thanks to all!”

“Would love to be a part of this again! London Road Brew House went off!!!”

“The volunteer at our location was a legend, very much appreciate his contribution, and the sound guy as well.”

“what did you love about Music in the City 2025?... a get together of all genres of music dedicated to highlighting raw talent. ”

“The festival is an amazing conception, and great to be part of. I liked the idea of performing at unusual venues and filling the city with music!”

“what do you think Music in the City stands for?... it highlights what an amazing music scene we have in Southampton. ”

“what do you think Music in the City stands for?... Championing live music and amateur performers in a diverse and inspiring way.”

“Volunteering gave me a first-hand look into the inner workings of live event operations, and it was truly inspiring to witness everything come together.”

“Loved the total buzz around the city, music coming from every venue along the quay and high street and meeting so many other musicians.”

“It was a pleasure and privilege to be involved in such an excellent event.”

“The amount of work and collaboration that has gone into this event is incredible. Everyone should feel very proud of such an achievement.”

“Amazing to have access to lots of Southampton's historic nooks and crannies over the weekend for Music in the City.”

“Just the best festival there is. Love it.”

We are a movement that champions and enables live music in Southampton. We strengthen community pride, support local creativity and develop local grassroots, providing shared cultural experiences. Uniting the city’s communities at our multi-venue music festival, this year taking place on:

HUUUGE THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS…

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