Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

3's a Crowd

Lottie Marie

One foot in the rave

Echo Union

Dj Sarah Nash

WAPPADUSA Sound System

Jax Leonard

DJ Alex

Romsey Shanty Crew

Slap the Willow

Batala Portsmouth

Westingway

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

The Monday Grooves

Lounge Room Lizards

Dompap

Hobb Lane

NJT

Xionic

Ollie Owen Jones

SO Sound Choir

Houdini’s Hand

Riverside Blues Band

Sean Bertram

OCB & Adam Turner

Lucy RS Must c

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

Giles Halski

Roger James Shephard

JJCornick

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Madison Square

Alfie Ingram

Greenish

Ribble

DJ Drive

Theresa Lola

Sofia Gillani

Harry Ryan

GABRIELA

Jim Pearson

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Adam Kammerling

Kalopsia

Echo Mask

The Pop Tarts

Milkin' It

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Fragile Lucy

Xènia Páez

Moakz

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Angel Jones

KSJM

Bella Cameron

Benana Student Showcase

G-MAN 777

Flipside

Sculpt

Dan James

RENEGADE ROSE

Kindred Found

The Picton Readers Club

You

Charmtype

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Andrew Buchanan

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Nàila

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

RELLiX

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Hail

DJ_MAJOR

Rosie Hollins

Gaz Parker

Haeze

Zen Juddhism

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

City of Southampton Orchestra

Mike and the Mojitos

Southampton's Music History

Mike Lemin Band

Velickaite Sisters

Mr. Buoyant

Far Solar

Ukofonics

OC Thomas

The Postmen

160

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Adventure State

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Lachlan Horne

Ryan Watts

October Some When

The Slack 5

Totton Ukulele Band

Godless Suns

Cosmic Sisters

Emerson

Stereo Swan

The Surge

Helicopter Pirates

Eternal Gloom

Tony Arthur

JACKPUDDING

Voodoo Rays

Jack Walker

Scarlett

Alexander Bithell

Gig Night

Laura Klima

Karl V

Amie Lou Shaw

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Mad Simple

FREESPIRITS

Puddleglum

Club Bad

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Continental Liaison

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Diffy Dames

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Spindrift

The Slow Cooked Bears

Roger Chantler

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

MoniQ

Will Walton

Dawn of Dystopia

Nia Nicholls

Arji Manuelpillai

Hedgehogs

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Sam Solace

Mosaic

Aoife Scully

Saxofony

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Laurie Bolger

Michael Devaux

Munro

Mariano Korman

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Space Ace Robot

Uke Box Glory

Industry Plant

Vacant Shores

Jon Yale

Andy White Poetry

Ekoweko

Accrington Stanley

NIKHITA

Cat Elliott

Zombie’ites

The Bob Squad

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

Southampton Grad Band

SKAM

The Ben Poore Project

The Outsiders

PB Squared

desperateBeauty

The Zone

D'vonti

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Lyla Skyrim

Roxy's Revenge

Fiesta FM

RUBY

Angling For Farthings

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Betterphor

Halliwell

5 Degrees North

Canis Arboris

The Salamanders

Shiversa

Achoiring Voices

Broken Links

Ian Kimber

Ocean Harmony

Rosie jay

Arzenic

St Andrews Pipe Band

Kalopsia (duo)

Bad Alchemy

The Dark Poet

Freya Golding

Sugar Bang

Beardos and Weirdos

Mahoosive

Earth Propellor

Brian Hooper

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

Good-will

Address soundsystem

NoteWorthy

Pianoman Justie

Ignitez

EVXN

Citizen Perez

Malcolm Carlo

The Wildcards

Waldo Salt

ItsPetre

The Halliwells

McGriff

The Alternates

Freestone

Vermin

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Way Down South

Woodfalls band

Innovator

Elie Pembrey

The Duskers

Bragging Rights

The Sky at Night

Geoff Williams

Oscar Meades

Ajay Sahota

Purple Grace

Big man with Small guitar

High Mileage

Olivia Marsha

Watching the Buzzards

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Vexmantra

Hük

The Sound Crew

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Elemci

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Mai

Psychedelic Skies

Igloo Hearts

Suncliffe

The Howlin' Blackouts

Room 18

Jaquie Daniels

Kinesis 4

Kase the Myth

Margarita Sleepover

Oddball Savage

The Long Shorts

Under The Attic

Hampshire Guitar Club

CHIMAN 101

Love Is Enough

71chain

Jonathan Klein

CJOHNSON

Bamboo and Bow

Bisola

Hydeout

Eva Nicole

Days of Speed

H.AZ

According to Brian

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Steve Weston

Hanna Gibbons

Dusky Moon

WooHabs

Sebastian Horton

He Fired First

Stuart Evans

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

9 Lives

Naty Giachino

Jess Breame

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Lucy Smith

Carl Zed

James K. Barker

Reverence Sound

Pacuk Band

Arboresque

Q Shaq

Jim Bryant

Arlo Star

Riverside Concert Wind Band

this occasional society

The Red Stars

Ronk Torp

The Restless Coast

Wire -JD

Voice FM

Amy Fox

Eat Your Greens

GaYeon Lee

Ibz & Da Goats

Tired Less

James B / James F

Mick Gough

Silvermon

The Daytonas

My Black Poison

International Jet Set

Maerefolk

The Shantywomen

Funky Business

Jay Munday

Chimney and I K 8OY

The Bex quartet

Reverb (Hampshire)

Anita Foxall Poetry

Deepest Sense

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

Nick Haynes

Dean Antony

DJ / Open Mic

The Can Can Club.

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Palookaville

Cocoa

Lamelle Shaw

Royston Black

Stephanio

Loose Change

Rachel Jeffcoat

Paul Levi

South Central

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Dara Blaxx

Nick JT

Jubilee

James & Phil

SOS PRESENTS

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

Belle Saint

Miriam

AfroDeX

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Footless Kicks

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Katy Halliwell

Felis Leo

Gimme a Break DJs

dj junk

Cella

Millie Woodrow

Sea Ranch

Sonne

Lost Post

TBC

Punkhub

The Dandelion Chain

Matt Sanger

Lee Huxtable

Red Light Spies

Ricco Sakona

Mart Ward Talks

New Tide

Groove Bakers

Frontline

The Elderlys

Elephants With Shotguns

Tesoro Duo

FancyWall

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

Jackson Davies

Craig Chalmers

Zakk Paules

Steam Machine

Guillotine Union Boys

The Soulcatchers

SJ Ventįl

Swan Samba

Days of closure

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Jimmy b and the death rattles

gaz909

Amelia Simpson

Changing Melody

Lula Gold

Marsupial

The Slowdown

Exhilaro

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

“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 audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

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

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

“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. ”

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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 a weekend that was!! Huge congratulations to you for pulling that together, and organising the army of volunteers across 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 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 website was really good and made it really simple to view the programme and work out who was on and where.”

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

“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 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.”

“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?... the variety of music making and the opportunities it afforded everyone - also the sense of community.”

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

“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. ”

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

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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