Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Kindred Found

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

The Howlin' Blackouts

Industry Plant

Steve Weston

Harry Ryan

The Slack 5

Jaquie Daniels

Batala Portsmouth

Flipside

Elemci

Eric Walker

CHIMAN 101

Dr. Beatroot

Dan James

Room 18

Will Walton

The Elephant Cage

Rogue Awakening

Arboresque

Mango In Euphoria

The Plummers

Lyla Skyrim

Vermin

Elie Pembrey

Totton Ukulele Band

Jack Walker

MoniQ

JACKPUDDING

The Sound Crew

The Picton Readers Club

Angel Jones

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

160

Love Is Enough

The Restless Coast

Arzenic

Bad Alchemy

Under The Attic

Wire -JD

Greenish

The Monday Grooves

Milkin' It

Sebastian Horton

Kinesis 4

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Ryan Watts

Riverside Blues Band

Emerson

High Mileage

Shallow Music

HAZE

Broken Links

Roxy's Revenge

Hanna Gibbons

Jess Breame

Kalopsia

OCB & Adam Turner

Diffy Dames

The Slow Cooked Bears

The Daytonas

Xionic

Rosie jay

Stuart Evans

Woodfalls band

Psychedelic Skies

Jonny Sansom

Sugar Bang

Mad Simple

Pianoman Justie

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Arlo Star

Zen Juddhism

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Club Bad

Bamboo and Bow

Mick Gough

Canis Arboris

Watching the Buzzards

Big man with Small guitar

Malcolm Carlo

Andrew Buchanan

Bob & the Bobettes

Lottie Marie

Mariano Korman

KSJM

Munro

Jim Bryant

Brian Hooper

Lost without cause

WooHabs

3's a Crowd

Ian Kimber

Hampshire Guitar Club

Alexander Bithell

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Betterphor

SKAM

The Duskers

Dompap

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Aoife Scully

Kase the Myth

Amy Fox

James K. Barker

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

The Long Shorts

Mai

Cat Elliott

Velickaite Sisters

Hunch Power

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Uke Box Glory

St Andrews Pipe Band

Ukofonics

Jax Leonard

Achoiring Voices

Halliwell

Bex&Cole

desperateBeauty

DJ Drive

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Gig Night

SkunkWorks

Westingway

Purple Grace

The Latest

Mike Lemin Band

Jim Pearson

The Black Bear Killing Spree

OC Thomas

Bees Knees

Freya Golding

The Salamanders

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Eat Your Greens

Nàila

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Broadsheet Speak

Nia Nicholls

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Charmtype

Lachlan Horne

Naty Giachino

Eva Nicole

The Bob Squad

Madams Last Discovery

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

RELLiX

Freestone

GABRIELA

The Postmen

Tired Less

Silvermon

According to Brian

Bisola

Mahoosive

Adventure State

Fiesta FM

Suncliffe

Origin

Vacant Shores

Ben Flournoy

Lounge Room Lizards

Citizen Perez

DJ_MAJOR

Sofia Gillani

Roger Chantler

Flying Hearts

The Zone

Greeny & the Voyagers

JJCornick

Karl V

The Sky at Night

Jeannie

Hobb Lane

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

ItsPetre

Igloo Hearts

Colour of Heartache

Pooja Rajguru

Giles Halski

Scarlett

Good-will

Slap the Willow

Alfie Ingram

Sean Bertram

Fragile Lucy

Traitors

Godless Suns

Amie Lou Shaw

Sculpt

Way Down South

Michael Devaux

Kieran Snell

Helicopter Pirates

Laura Klima

City of Southampton Orchestra

Dj Sarah Nash

DJ JAMES B

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

PG Trips

Hydeout

Endless Talking

The Dark Poet

PB Squared

Ajay Sahota

Arji Manuelpillai

Zombie’ites

Haeze

Adam Kammerling

The Halliwells

Olivia Marsha

D'vonti

Waldo Salt

Disco Lizards

Puddleglum

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Vexmantra

Days of Speed

Jon Yale

Carl Zed

Voice FM

this occasional society

The Pop Tarts

FREESPIRITS

Ocean Harmony

Theresa Lola

The Surge

Romsey Shanty Crew

Southampton Ukulele Jam

The Wildcards

The Outsiders

October Some When

Rosie Hollins

Mr. Buoyant

Beardos and Weirdos

Hük

The Cali Cartel from Hell

The Red Stars

Bragging Rights

Lucy RS Must c

Voodoo Rays

Ronk Torp

Continental Liaison

Reverence Sound

G-MAN 777

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Oddball Savage

Hail

Retro Rock'its

Ironhide

Madison Square

Angling For Farthings

Tony Arthur

71chain

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Andy White Poetry

Far Solar

NIKHITA

Hanterhir

H.AZ

Ras Amankwatia

Ignitez

McGriff

Ekoweko

Gaz Parker

Dusky Moon

Space Ace Robot

CJOHNSON

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

The Surroyal

Echo Mask

Saxofony

Geoff Williams

Xènia Páez

Troy Ellis & his Hail Jamaica Band

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

Guilty Pleasure

Eternal Gloom

EVXN

Goffmog

SO Sound Choir

Oscar Meades

Ollie Owen Jones

Roger James Shephard

Spindrift

Kat Hutchings Yoga

He Fired First

Chris Payn

Bella Cameron

Mosaic

Fate of the Magpie

Lucy Smith

NJT

RODI

Echo Union

Maerefolk

5 Degrees North

Shiversa

Benana Student Showcase

Q Shaq

GaYeon Lee

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Drew Mason

Moakz

Accrington Stanley

Jonathan Klein

RUBY

Mike and the Mojitos

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Ribble

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

The Ben Poore Project

9 Lives

Dawn of Dystopia

Laurie Bolger

Southampton Grad Band

Margarita Sleepover

NoteWorthy

Matt Sanger

Jubilee

Jay Munday

Lost Post

Chaos from Order

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Dara Blaxx

gaz909

Red Light Spies

Tesoro Duo

Lee Huxtable

Royston Black

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

TBC

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Chimney and I K 8OY

One foot in the rave

Nick Haynes

Reverb (Hampshire)

DJ / Open Mic

Alex Jeffrey

Stephanio

浪之乐队

Miriam

Funky Business

AfroDeX

Gimme a Break DJs

Dean Antony

Guillotine Union Boys

Changing Melody

Groove Bakers

Ricco Sakona

Footless Kicks

The Slowdown

SPLOOGE

Cella

The Elderlys

Bill Thompson

Nick JT

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Days of closure

Elephants With Shotguns

Lula Gold

The Stokes

Edith and the Kingpins

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Sonne

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Red Hot Chili Podders

Frontline

Swan Samba

Punkhub

The Dandelion Chain

SJ Ventįl

Rhythms of Resistance

Mighty Magic Animal

The Can Can Club.

FancyWall

Steam Machine

New Tide

Palookaville

Zakk Paules

Loose Change

The Shantywomen

Southbound

Exhilaro

Cocoa

Anita Foxall Poetry

James & Phil

dj junk

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Deepest Sense

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

The Bex quartet

Marsupial

“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. ”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

“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!”

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

“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. ”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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 ❤️”

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

“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.”

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

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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