Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Bragging Rights

Continental Liaison

desperateBeauty

Vacant Shores

Batala Portsmouth

Arji Manuelpillai

ItsPetre

Madison Square

Voice FM

PB Squared

Eternal Gloom

Mahoosive

RUBY

Bamboo and Bow

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Saxofony

Mr. Buoyant

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

Totton Ukulele Band

Innovator

Dj Sarah Nash

According to Brian

Sean Bertram

Betterphor

3's a Crowd

Silvermon

NJT

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

DJ Alex

Velickaite Sisters

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

Stereo Swan

KSJM

Mike Lemin Band

Carl Zed

Amie Lou Shaw

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Milkin' It

Charmtype

Ekoweko

Pianoman Justie

Dompap

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Puddleglum

St Andrews Pipe Band

Elemci

Ollie Owen Jones

Andy White Poetry

Haeze

Way Down South

Oddball Savage

Alfie Ingram

Broken Links

Shiversa

Angling For Farthings

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

The Red Stars

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Jax Leonard

McGriff

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Hail

Halliwell

JACKPUDDING

Beardos and Weirdos

Roger James Shephard

Amy Fox

Wire -JD

Nàila

The Howlin' Blackouts

Mick Gough

FREESPIRITS

Big man with Small guitar

160

Citizen Perez

Flipside

The Salamanders

Ukofonics

Accrington Stanley

Geoff Williams

Steve Weston

Igloo Hearts

Purple Grace

GaYeon Lee

The Sound Crew

Emerson

Ribble

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Fiesta FM

this occasional society

Nia Nicholls

Maerefolk

Jaquie Daniels

SKAM

Karl V

Slap the Willow

Adventure State

Lucy Smith

Earth Propellor

The Postmen

Fragile Lucy

Ronk Torp

Westingway

Mariano Korman

Arboresque

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Lyla Skyrim

Kalopsia

Alexander Bithell

Good-will

Days of Speed

Club Bad

Jack Walker

5 Degrees North

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Elie Pembrey

Room 18

Eva Nicole

The Daytonas

Jim Pearson

G-MAN 777

Mai

D'vonti

Mike and the Mojitos

Psychedelic Skies

The Slack 5

The Ben Poore Project

Will Walton

The Dark Poet

Mad Simple

Theresa Lola

Stuart Evans

RELLiX

Ibz & Da Goats

CJOHNSON

Mosaic

Tony Arthur

The Sky at Night

The Outsiders

EVXN

Angel Jones

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Bad Alchemy

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Freestone

Echo Mask

Riverside Blues Band

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Scarlett

Space Ace Robot

Adam Kammerling

Cat Elliott

Waldo Salt

Cosmic Sisters

The Zone

JJCornick

Under The Attic

Sebastian Horton

Rosie jay

Ajay Sahota

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Helicopter Pirates

Hydeout

Vexmantra

Achoiring Voices

RENEGADE ROSE

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

He Fired First

Hedgehogs

Canis Arboris

OCB & Adam Turner

Roger Chantler

Harry Ryan

Vermin

High Mileage

Sam Solace

Xionic

Southampton Grad Band

Lottie Marie

Margarita Sleepover

DJ Drive

The Duskers

Olivia Marsha

71chain

The Pop Tarts

DJ_MAJOR

City of Southampton Orchestra

Zen Juddhism

MoniQ

Andrew Buchanan

Hük

Tired Less

Munro

Suncliffe

Spindrift

Michael Devaux

Q Shaq

GABRIELA

Ignitez

Xènia Páez

Benana Student Showcase

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

The Picton Readers Club

Giles Halski

Jon Yale

Pacuk Band

The Wildcards

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Eat Your Greens

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

Ryan Watts

Laura Klima

Arzenic

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Southampton's Music History

The Phantom Majors

International Jet Set

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Dusky Moon

Hanna Gibbons

Zombie’ites

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Lounge Room Lizards

Brian Hooper

CHIMAN 101

Malcolm Carlo

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Dan James

My Black Poison

Bisola

The Restless Coast

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Hobb Lane

Ocean Harmony

SO Sound Choir

Voodoo Rays

OC Thomas

Sugar Bang

Naty Giachino

Kase the Myth

Kinesis 4

Moakz

Rosie Hollins

James B / James F

Echo Union

NIKHITA

Aoife Scully

The Alternates

Sculpt

Lucy RS Must c

Uke Box Glory

Jess Breame

Freya Golding

Gaz Parker

Gig Night

The Halliwells

Industry Plant

Kindred Found

One foot in the rave

James K. Barker

Diffy Dames

Bella Cameron

Laurie Bolger

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Woodfalls band

Ian Kimber

The Long Shorts

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Godless Suns

Love Is Enough

Dawn of Dystopia

Arlo Star

Kalopsia (duo)

Jonathan Klein

The Surge

Far Solar

Greenish

WAPPADUSA Sound System

The Bob Squad

The Monday Grooves

Romsey Shanty Crew

H.AZ

The Slow Cooked Bears

Lachlan Horne

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

You

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

NoteWorthy

9 Lives

Jim Bryant

Roxy's Revenge

WooHabs

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Watching the Buzzards

Reverence Sound

Hampshire Guitar Club

Sofia Gillani

Oscar Meades

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Address soundsystem

Greeny & the Voyagers

October Some When

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Lamelle Shaw

Paul Levi

The Bex quartet

Exhilaro

Jay Munday

AfroDeX

Frontline

Changing Melody

TBC

Marsupial

Funky Business

SJ Ventįl

Dara Blaxx

New Tide

The Elderlys

Nick JT

James & Phil

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Punkhub

The Can Can Club.

Stephanio

Anita Foxall Poetry

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

Jackson Davies

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Royston Black

Matt Sanger

Jubilee

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

FancyWall

Tesoro Duo

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Steam Machine

Nick Haynes

DJ / Open Mic

gaz909

Gimme a Break DJs

Rachel Jeffcoat

Zakk Paules

Miriam

Lee Huxtable

Reverb (Hampshire)

Days of closure

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

The Slowdown

dj junk

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

Deepest Sense

Cella

Amelia Simpson

Guillotine Union Boys

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Elephants With Shotguns

Dean Antony

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Groove Bakers

South Central

Sea Ranch

Swan Samba

Footless Kicks

Belle Saint

Cocoa

Lula Gold

The Dandelion Chain

Palookaville

Lost Post

Chimney and I K 8OY

Craig Chalmers

Ricco Sakona

Red Light Spies

The Shantywomen

Millie Woodrow

Mart Ward Talks

Felis Leo

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Katy Halliwell

SOS PRESENTS

Sonne

Loose Change

The Soulcatchers

“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. ”

“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!”

“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.”

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

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

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

“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.”

“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!”

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

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

“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. ”

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Pure Rehearsal Studios: A superb weekend showcasing the amazing talent in the area. 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 positive atmosphere from bands and punters, interest from passers by and cruise ship passengers, the inclusivity.”

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

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

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

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

“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.”

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

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

“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?... opportunity to visit new venues and areas of the city, especially the Vaults. Variety of music. Music and joy everywhere. ”

“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.”

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

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

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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