Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Registration to perform this year has now closed. If you would like to join the reserves list please sign up here - we anticipate some cancellations and slots becoming available, but cannot guarantee you a place.

Haeze

The Outsiders

Kindred Found

Alfie Ingram

Fate of the Magpie

Riverside Concert Wind Band

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Michael Devaux

Lachlan Horne

Scarlett

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

Days of Speed

Moakz

Ron May

Goffmog

160

ItsPetre

Xènia Páez

Arlo Star

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

MoniQ

RODI

Broadsheet Speak

Woodfalls band

Chayz3r

Theresa Lola

Ian Kimber

Voodoo Rays

Sculpt

Endless Talking

Ryan Watts

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Oscar Meades

The Long Shorts

Echo Mask

The Pop Tarts

Southampton Grad Band

Brian Hooper

Helicopter Pirates

City of Southampton Orchestra

Zombie’ites

Disco Lizards

GABRIELA

Greeny & the Voyagers

Angel Jones

G-MAN 777

Xionic

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Interesting Wallpaper

Tony Arthur

Jeannie

Jax Leonard

The Latest

Jon Yale

Achoiring Voices

Igloo Hearts

Halliwell

Echo Union

Greenish

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Roxy's Revenge

Gaz Parker

Adventure State

Lounge Room Lizards

Batala Portsmouth

Ronk Torp

Staff Discount

Bex&Cole

The Howlin' Blackouts

ALLEY the band

Andrew Buchanan

Betterphor

Citizen Perez

Kase the Myth

Lost without cause

Dr. Beatroot

71chain

Mike Lemin Band

Sean Bertram

Continental Liaison

Jack Walker

Mike and the Mojitos

Origin

Canis Arboris

Sebastian Horton

Mr. Buoyant

Nia Nicholls

Hanna Gibbons

DJ JAMES B

Hampshire Guitar Club

Oddball Savage

Emerson

The Static

Space Ace Robot

Bob&the Bobettes

Dawn of Dystopia

The Elephant Cage

Ocean Harmony

The Halliwells

Laurie Bolger

Kieran Snell

JJCornick

The Restless Coast

Guilty Pleasure

Vermin

D'vonti

Jim Bryant

The Zone

HAZE

Mick Gough

Carl Zed

Way Down South

SO Sound Choir

The Postmen

The Ben Poore Project

Aoife Scully

Karl V

Rosie jay

Hunch Power

Redz Man

OC Thomas

Spindrift

Big man with Small guitar

OCB & Adam Turner

Godless Suns

PG Trips

Bad Alchemy

Twelve Caesars

SkunkWorks

Velickaite Sisters

Shiversa

Cherry Go Steady

DJ_MAJOR

Troy Ellis & his Hail Jamaica Band

Naty Giachino

Giles Halski

WOOHABS

Amie Lou Shaw

Jaquie Daniels

The Surge

Will Walton

Bees Knees

Industry Plant

Dompap

Love Is Enough

James K. Barker

Diffy Dames

Ajay Sahota

Mad Simple

The Wildcards

The Salamanders

NJT

Jonny Sansom

Bisola

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

The Black Bear Killing Spree

Club Bad

Hanterhir

GaYeon Lee

Under The Attic

Colour of Heartache

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Jonathan Klein

International Jet Set

Mosaic

Chris Payn

Neko Roshi

Basharan

The Duskers

Jess Breame

Uke Box Glory

JACKPUDDING

Margarita Sleepover

Far Solar

Jim Pearson

Tired Less

Sofia Gillani

St Andrews Pipe Band

Bragging Rights

The Bob Squad

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

VALLEYBOYZERO

The Tipsy Gypsies

The Phantom Majors

Voice FM

Flipside

Shallow Music

Madams Last Discovery

Arzenic

Broken Links

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

The Monday Grooves

Nàila

CHIMAN 101

Maple Valentine

Eat Your Greens

Elie Pembrey

Westingway

Migh Mileage

Silent Disco King

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Roger James Shephard

Madison Square

Geoff Williams

Luna Acrobatics & Aerial Arts

Puddleglum

Adam Kammerling

this occasional society

RUBY

Arji Manuelpillai

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Psychedelic Skies

Retro Rock'its

Flying Hearts

Mai

Q Shaq

The Sound Crew

Suncliffe

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

CJOHNSON

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Lyla Skyrim

Lucy RS Must c

Eva Nicole

Ironhide

Stuart Evans

Elemci

SKAM

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Mariano Korman

Ibz & Da Goats

The Surroyal

The Slack 5

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

Angling For Farthings

Maerefolk

Purple Grace

RELLiX

desperateBeauty

Watching the Buzzards

Munro

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

The Slow Cooked Bears

Malcolm Carlo

The Alternates

Alexander Bithell

Beardos and Weirdos

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Ribble

DJ Drive

Vexmantra

Cat Elliott

Hobb Lane

Arboresque

Adarna May Exist

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Hük

Kinesis 4

FREESPIRITS

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Eternal Gloom

Totton Ukulele Band

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Reverence Sound

Kalopsia

Hydeout

Rosie Hollins

KSJM

Steve Weston

The Sky at Night

October Some When

Waldo Salt

Amy Fox

Gig Night

The Picton Readers Club

WooHabs

3's a Crowd

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Eric Walker

Traitors

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Milkin' It

Silvermon

Drew Mason

Ukofonics

Dan James

RENEGADE ROSE

Tongue & Groove

Blood Red Sky

Dusky Moon

9 Lives

EVXN

The Flipside Society

Ekoweko

Nick Tann and The Whole Family

Vacant Shores

Noise Factory United

5 Degrees North

Fragile Lucy

H.AZ

Dj Sarah Nash

Nory-J

Rogue Awakening

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Pacuk Band

Pooja Rajguru

Ignitez

Andy White Poetry

Bella Cameron

Saxofony

Hail

Accrington Stanley

Innovator

Freestone

Ras Amankwatia

The Red Stars

Mahoosive

Romsey Shanty Crew

Slap the Willow

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Charmtype

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Wire -JD

Roger Chantler

NoteWorthy

Jordon Mulvoy

Pianoman Justie

NIKHITA

McGriff

He Fired First

The Plummers

The Dark Poet

PB Squared

Mango In Euphoria

Zen Juddhism

Ben Flournoy

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

dj junk

According to Brian

New Tide

Days of closure

Nick Haynes

Gimme a Break DJs

Changing Melody

Marsupial

Frontline

SJ Ventįl

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

浪之乐队

Guillotine Union Boys

Davey Jones' Locker

Miriam

Good-will

Thundizzle

Cella

James & Phil

Shaun

Punkhub

Anita Foxall Poetry

Ricco Sakona

gaz909

Tesoro Duo

The Shantywomen

Jay Munday

Heart & Voice

King Louie

Swan Samba

Edith and the Kingpins

Nick JT

Bill Thompson

Rhythms of Resistance

Footless Kicks

Red Hot Chili Podders

The Elderlys

Zakk Paules

Bamboo and Bow

Lula Gold

Jubilee

The Stokes

SPLOOGE

Dean Antony

Cocoa

Royston Black

Alex Jeffrey

Deepest Sense

Southbound

Lee Huxtable

Elephants With Shotguns

Stephanio

Chimney and I K 8OY

Sonne

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

The Dandelion Chain

The Soulcatchers

Red Light Spies

Southbound

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Palookaville

Exhilaro

Lost Post

The Bex quartet

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

The Daytonas

FancyWall

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Room 18

Mighty Magic Animal

The Can Can Club.

Chaos from Order

AfroDeX

Funky Business

The Slowdown

One foot in the rave

Reverb (Hampshire)

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Felis Leo

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Tony Lehrle-Fry and friends

Paul Levi

Loose Change

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

“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. ”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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:

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