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.

Moakz

Big man with Small guitar

Greenish

Way Down South

Sebastian Horton

Lost without cause

Elie Pembrey

Greeny & the Voyagers

Mai

Mango In Euphoria

Halliwell

Chayz3r

Under The Attic

Traitors

MoniQ

Bob&the Bobettes

Aoife Scully

Freestone

The Howlin' Blackouts

Ken Wood and the Mixers

The Restless Coast

Bees Knees

Carl Zed

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Fragile Lucy

Jon Yale

GaYeon Lee

Amie Lou Shaw

Silvermon

Giles Halski

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

Rosie Hollins

Slap the Willow

Lyla Skyrim

NJT

October Some When

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

G-MAN 777

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

RUBY

Michael Devaux

The Black Bear Killing Spree

Kalopsia

Gig Night

According to Brian

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Ryan Watts

Margarita Sleepover

Ironhide

Eternal Gloom

Diffy Dames

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Ribble

Lachlan Horne

Ocean Harmony

Hük

Steve Weston

Scarlett

Ras Amankwatia

The Picton Readers Club

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Silent Disco King

Colour of Heartache

CJOHNSON

Dan James

Beardos and Weirdos

Kieran Snell

H.AZ

Igloo Hearts

Ekoweko

Roger James Shephard

The Monday Grooves

Theresa Lola

Canis Arboris

PB Squared

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

CHIMAN 101

Emerson

The Sky at Night

Arlo Star

Will Walton

Kase the Myth

Mike and the Mojitos

Adam Kammerling

Bisola

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

SO Sound Choir

Andy White Poetry

Saxofony

Purple Grace

Hampshire Guitar Club

Jonny Sansom

Disco Lizards

The Bob Squad

Malcolm Carlo

Tongue & Groove

Naty Giachino

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

desperateBeauty

Nick Tann and The Whole Family

The Surge

EVXN

160

Ian Kimber

Guilty Pleasure

Watching the Buzzards

Vacant Shores

Roger Chantler

Stuart Evans

The Duskers

Spindrift

Madams Last Discovery

Jeannie

Accrington Stanley

Sean Bertram

Q Shaq

DJ Drive

Wire -JD

The Long Shorts

The Zone

GABRIELA

Drew Mason

Flipside

Eric Walker

Hanna Gibbons

Arji Manuelpillai

Mike Lemin Band

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Ignitez

Lounge Room Lizards

Oscar Meades

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Angel Jones

Broken Links

Mahoosive

Fiesta FM

ALLEY the band

Jim Pearson

Ron May

Alexander Bithell

High Mileage

Citizen Perez

Woodfalls band

Tony Arthur

Dusky Moon

Nory-J

Adventure State

Romsey Shanty Crew

The Salamanders

Dawn of Dystopia

Cat Elliott

The Sound Crew

71chain

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

The Tipsy Gypsies

SkunkWorks

Velickaite Sisters

Love Is Enough

Basharan

The Slow Cooked Bears

The Latest

Elemci

Gaz Parker

McGriff

The Red Stars

Kinesis 4

Uke Box Glory

Madison Square

Laurie Bolger

Geoff Williams

D'vonti

Brian Hooper

Mr. Buoyant

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Voice FM

Arzenic

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Zen Juddhism

RODI

WooHabs

Bella Cameron

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Dompap

St Andrews Pipe Band

NoteWorthy

Zombie’ites

Hydeout

Maerefolk

Nia Nicholls

Mad Simple

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Karl V

SKAM

Origin

The Dark Poet

Mick Gough

Pooja Rajguru

Sofia Gillani

Rosie jay

RELLiX

Ben Flournoy

Jess Breame

Bragging Rights

OCB & Adam Turner

The Pop Tarts

Mosaic

Club Bad

Days of Speed

3's a Crowd

Voodoo Rays

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

OC Thomas

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Jim Bryant

Arboresque

Eat Your Greens

Blood Red Sky

Pianoman Justie

Betterphor

The Halliwells

Dr. Beatroot

Waldo Salt

Kindred Found

Alfie Ingram

Jaquie Daniels

Bad Alchemy

Chris Payn

HAZE

KSJM

Jax Leonard

Southampton Grad Band

Cherry Go Steady

Milkin' It

Jack Walker

Andrew Buchanan

Adarna May Exist

He Fired First

Eva Nicole

Lucy RS Must c

Reverence Sound

Totton Ukulele Band

this occasional society

The Postmen

5 Degrees North

Flying Hearts

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Achoiring Voices

JJCornick

Amy Fox

Goffmog

Ronk Torp

Westingway

FREESPIRITS

Fate of the Magpie

DJ_MAJOR

Hobb Lane

James K. Barker

DJ JAMES B

Echo Union

The Slack 5

The Plummers

The Ben Poore Project

Continental Liaison

Echo Mask

JACKPUDDING

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Troy Ellis & his Hail Jamaica Band

PG Trips

Roxy's Revenge

Space Ace Robot

Noise Factory United

The Wildcards

Retro Rock'its

Dj Sarah Nash

Batala Portsmouth

Hunch Power

Riverside Concert Wind Band

NIKHITA

Shallow Music

9 Lives

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Ajay Sahota

Helicopter Pirates

Angling For Farthings

Jonathan Klein

Mariano Korman

Broadsheet Speak

Industry Plant

Bex&Cole

Puddleglum

ItsPetre

Ukofonics

City of Southampton Orchestra

Suncliffe

The Outsiders

Munro

Xènia Páez

VALLEYBOYZERO

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Cocoa

The Can Can Club.

New Tide

Edith and the Kingpins

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Shaun Shears & The Locals

The Bex quartet

Bamboo and Bow

Dean Antony

One foot in the rave

Stephanio

Ricco Sakona

Days of closure

Jay Munday

Loose Change

AfroDeX

Marsupial

TBC

SJ Ventįl

Steam Machine

Zakk Paules

Cella

Alex Jeffrey

Palookaville

Rhythms of Resistance

Gimme a Break DJs

Reverb (Hampshire)

Room 18

Frontline

James & Phil

Funky Business

Footless Kicks

FancyWall

Southbound

Changing Melody

Sonne

Bill Thompson

Miriam

Swan Samba

Punkhub

Royston Black

浪之乐队

Elephants With Shotguns

Anita Foxall Poetry

Red Hot Chili Podders

Thundizzle

Lost Post

The Shantywomen

Tesoro Duo

Lula Gold

Benana Student Showcase

Deepest Sense

The Stokes

Mighty Magic Animal

SPLOOGE

Groove Bakers

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

King Louie

Lee Huxtable

Good-will

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

The Dandelion Chain

The Slowdown

Nick Haynes

The Elderlys

Guillotine Union Boys

dj junk

Red Light Spies

The Soulcatchers

Chimney and I K 8OY

Tony Lehrle-Fry and friends

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Nick JT

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Jubilee

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“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!”

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

“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!”

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

“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 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!”

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

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

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

“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 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 audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

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

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

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

“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.”

“The atmosphere around Southampton on Sunday was lovely - 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.”

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

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

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

“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 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.”

“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:

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