Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Greeny & the Voyagers

Q Shaq

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Jeannie

Aoife Scully

Zombie’ites

Mahoosive

Charmtype

Milkin' It

Club Bad

Kase the Myth

Vacant Shores

Angel Jones

D'vonti

Bisola

Elie Pembrey

Cat Elliott

The Daytonas

Flying Hearts

Roxy's Revenge

Chris Payn

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Hanna Gibbons

Continental Liaison

HAZE

Saxofony

Scarlett

Gig Night

Igloo Hearts

Retro Rock'its

The Slow Cooked Bears

Room 18

Mick Gough

The Sound Crew

James K. Barker

October Some When

Fiesta FM

Ian Kimber

Origin

9 Lives

Kalopsia

Citizen Perez

Spindrift

Helicopter Pirates

Roger James Shephard

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Geoff Williams

160

The Surroyal

Mariano Korman

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

DJ Drive

McGriff

The Picton Readers Club

Sofia Gillani

Voodoo Rays

The Postmen

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Laurie Bolger

Lost without cause

Love Is Enough

RUBY

City of Southampton Orchestra

Eat Your Greens

The Surge

Sebastian Horton

Dusky Moon

Bad Alchemy

Wire -JD

Eternal Gloom

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Romsey Shanty Crew

Psychedelic Skies

Batala Portsmouth

Ocean Harmony

Echo Mask

Guilty Pleasure

Freestone

Michael Devaux

High Mileage

Vexmantra

this occasional society

The Salamanders

The Ben Poore Project

Nia Nicholls

Beardos and Weirdos

Andrew Buchanan

Jim Pearson

DJ_MAJOR

Southampton Ukulele Jam

The Black Bear Killing Spree

Echo Union

Arboresque

Mike Lemin Band

Jack Walker

Margarita Sleepover

Lachlan Horne

Bees Knees

Kindred Found

Laura Klima

St Andrews Pipe Band

Purple Grace

Broken Links

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

The Wildcards

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Ribble

Giles Halski

Mosaic

desperateBeauty

Stuart Evans

Bamboo and Bow

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Emerson

Brian Hooper

Silvermon

Southampton Grad Band

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Arzenic

Olivia Marsha

ItsPetre

Hobb Lane

Vermin

Adam Kammerling

Traitors

The Restless Coast

Good-will

The Pop Tarts

Goffmog

Suncliffe

PB Squared

Flipside

Betterphor

Dan James

NoteWorthy

Dr. Beatroot

Eva Nicole

Harry Ryan

SO Sound Choir

Mai

Pooja Rajguru

Ryan Watts

Jonny Sansom

Rosie Hollins

The Sky at Night

Broadsheet Speak

Jim Bryant

KSJM

Diffy Dames

Watching the Buzzards

Achoiring Voices

Hunch Power

Dj Sarah Nash

He Fired First

Zen Juddhism

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

MoniQ

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Uke Box Glory

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Carl Zed

Kinesis 4

Sculpt

Bella Cameron

Tired Less

Madams Last Discovery

5 Degrees North

Lottie Marie

The Slack 5

The Latest

Hanterhir

Accrington Stanley

Amie Lou Shaw

Canis Arboris

Hampshire Guitar Club

Greenish

Dawn of Dystopia

Sugar Bang

WooHabs

Pianoman Justie

Mad Simple

Space Ace Robot

Sean Bertram

Troy Ellis & his Hail Jamaica Band

Mango In Euphoria

The Zone

Mike and the Mojitos

Arlo Star

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Reverence Sound

According to Brian

The Red Stars

Ronk Torp

Theresa Lola

Shiversa

Ben Flournoy

Dompap

Woodfalls band

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

GaYeon Lee

Lucy Smith

H.AZ

Benana Student Showcase

Jon Yale

The Outsiders

Eric Walker

The Monday Grooves

Adventure State

Fragile Lucy

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Andy White Poetry

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

OCB & Adam Turner

Rosie jay

Lyla Skyrim

The Plummers

Shallow Music

Voice FM

PG Trips

Haeze

Steve Weston

Days of Speed

NIKHITA

Angling For Farthings

Lucy RS Must c

NJT

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

JACKPUDDING

Alexander Bithell

EVXN

FREESPIRITS

OC Thomas

Naty Giachino

Fate of the Magpie

Hydeout

Far Solar

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Freya Golding

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Ajay Sahota

Jess Breame

71chain

Industry Plant

Ekoweko

Puddleglum

Big man with Small guitar

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

Waldo Salt

Amy Fox

Maerefolk

The Halliwells

Ras Amankwatia

Will Walton

Bex&Cole

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Drew Mason

Bragging Rights

The Howlin' Blackouts

The Duskers

The Elephant Cage

The Bob Squad

Halliwell

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Slap the Willow

Bob & the Bobettes

Gaz Parker

Nàila

Oscar Meades

SKAM

Alfie Ingram

Roger Chantler

Rogue Awakening

Lounge Room Lizards

Disco Lizards

RODI

Ukofonics

Ollie Owen Jones

JJCornick

Munro

GABRIELA

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

The Long Shorts

Xènia Páez

CJOHNSON

Hük

SkunkWorks

Mr. Buoyant

Arji Manuelpillai

Riverside Blues Band

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

RELLiX

Jonathan Klein

Oddball Savage

Elemci

Karl V

Godless Suns

Velickaite Sisters

DJ JAMES B

CHIMAN 101

Ignitez

Under The Attic

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Jax Leonard

Westingway

Way Down South

Jaquie Daniels

Ironhide

Moakz

Malcolm Carlo

Hail

3's a Crowd

G-MAN 777

Colour of Heartache

Kieran Snell

Totton Ukulele Band

Madison Square

Tony Arthur

Endless Talking

The Dark Poet

Xionic

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Rhythms of Resistance

Sonne

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Punkhub

AfroDeX

Red Light Spies

One foot in the rave

Jubilee

Anita Foxall Poetry

Loose Change

Southbound

Steam Machine

Cocoa

Mighty Magic Animal

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Zakk Paules

dj junk

TBC

Swan Samba

New Tide

Bill Thompson

Ricco Sakona

Groove Bakers

Miriam

Reverb (Hampshire)

Jay Munday

Chaos from Order

Alex Jeffrey

Red Hot Chili Podders

The Dandelion Chain

Changing Melody

DJ / Open Mic

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Lula Gold

The Can Can Club.

Frontline

The Elderlys

Matt Sanger

Guillotine Union Boys

FancyWall

Chimney and I K 8OY

Gimme a Break DJs

Cella

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Dara Blaxx

Lost Post

Footless Kicks

Lee Huxtable

Tesoro Duo

gaz909

Funky Business

浪之乐队

Stephanio

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Days of closure

The Stokes

The Slowdown

Shaun Shears & The Locals

The Bex quartet

James & Phil

Marsupial

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Royston Black

Exhilaro

Palookaville

Dean Antony

Nick Haynes

Nick JT

Edith and the Kingpins

Elephants With Shotguns

The Shantywomen

SPLOOGE

Deepest Sense

SJ Ventįl

“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.”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

“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 audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

“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.”

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

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

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

“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?... a get together of all genres of music dedicated to highlighting raw talent. ”

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

“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!”

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

“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!”

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

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

“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 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!”

“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.”

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

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

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

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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