Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Kinesis 4

Jack Walker

desperateBeauty

Hük

Angling For Farthings

Greenish

Address soundsystem

Jim Bryant

October Some When

Adventure State

Romsey Shanty Crew

Vermin

KSJM

Benana Student Showcase

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Continental Liaison

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Kase the Myth

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

James B / James F

The Long Shorts

Mariano Korman

Fiesta FM

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Q Shaq

Flipside

You

Amy Fox

Hobb Lane

Tony Arthur

Ribble

Kalopsia

Slap the Willow

Brian Hooper

CHIMAN 101

Riverside Blues Band

Kalopsia (duo)

Felis Leo

DJ Alex

NJT

Lachlan Horne

Ekoweko

Under The Attic

H.AZ

Sofia Gillani

The Dark Poet

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

Psychedelic Skies

McGriff

Giles Halski

Arboresque

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Munro

Naty Giachino

Ian Kimber

Waldo Salt

Ronk Torp

Hampshire Guitar Club

Ryan Watts

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Sean Bertram

Sam Solace

Innovator

Adam Kammerling

St Andrews Pipe Band

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

DJ_MAJOR

Velickaite Sisters

Bad Alchemy

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Industry Plant

Jax Leonard

The Daytonas

Eat Your Greens

Love Is Enough

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Laurie Bolger

Jim Pearson

Ajay Sahota

Carl Zed

Betterphor

Arlo Star

Xionic

3's a Crowd

Dusky Moon

Broken Links

Mai

OCB & Adam Turner

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

CJOHNSON

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Good-will

Moakz

Sebastian Horton

International Jet Set

Way Down South

Bamboo and Bow

Amie Lou Shaw

Diffy Dames

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Batala Portsmouth

Puddleglum

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

The Surge

Hail

Vexmantra

City of Southampton Orchestra

G-MAN 777

Jon Yale

NIKHITA

Roger Chantler

Godless Suns

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Big man with Small guitar

Mike Lemin Band

JACKPUDDING

Beardos and Weirdos

Roxy's Revenge

Voice FM

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

Mick Gough

Geoff Williams

Laura Klima

Lottie Marie

Dawn of Dystopia

Totton Ukulele Band

Far Solar

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Stereo Swan

Arji Manuelpillai

Uke Box Glory

Watching the Buzzards

Sculpt

Echo Union

Mosaic

Room 18

Suncliffe

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Eva Nicole

Spindrift

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Sugar Bang

Andrew Buchanan

He Fired First

Southampton Grad Band

EVXN

Halliwell

The Slack 5

MoniQ

Alexander Bithell

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Days of Speed

Zen Juddhism

James K. Barker

Bella Cameron

Charmtype

Karl V

The Red Stars

Pianoman Justie

Elemci

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Alfie Ingram

The Restless Coast

Steve Weston

Mr. Buoyant

The Howlin' Blackouts

Stuart Evans

According to Brian

Mahoosive

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Haeze

Lucy RS Must c

The Bob Squad

Cosmic Sisters

Aoife Scully

Dompap

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Southampton's Music History

Bragging Rights

Mad Simple

NoteWorthy

Westingway

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Wire -JD

Saxofony

Houdini’s Hand

The Sound Crew

Roger James Shephard

Dj Sarah Nash

Ollie Owen Jones

The Picton Readers Club

Silvermon

Eternal Gloom

Olivia Marsha

FREESPIRITS

Igloo Hearts

Club Bad

SKAM

71chain

Hanna Gibbons

Oddball Savage

Ocean Harmony

OC Thomas

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

The Monday Grooves

The Sky at Night

Scarlett

Dan James

Emerson

Bisola

Zombie’ites

The Zone

Hedgehogs

One foot in the rave

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Arzenic

Freestone

Freya Golding

Vacant Shores

Elie Pembrey

Jonathan Klein

Margarita Sleepover

9 Lives

Hydeout

The Alternates

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Space Ace Robot

Maerefolk

160

The Halliwells

Harry Ryan

Gig Night

Nia Nicholls

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

GABRIELA

Mike and the Mojitos

Rosie jay

Xènia Páez

SO Sound Choir

Citizen Perez

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Michael Devaux

The Ben Poore Project

Rosie Hollins

WAPPADUSA Sound System

DJ Drive

Lyla Skyrim

The Slow Cooked Bears

PB Squared

The Duskers

Woodfalls band

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Helicopter Pirates

Mostly Harmless

The Pop Tarts

Fragile Lucy

Reverence Sound

Canis Arboris

Lucy Smith

Theresa Lola

Gaz Parker

RUBY

Echo Mask

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Pacuk Band

Shiversa

ItsPetre

Ibz & Da Goats

The Postmen

Jaquie Daniels

Angel Jones

Tired Less

WooHabs

The Outsiders

GaYeon Lee

Malcolm Carlo

Earth Propellor

Ignitez

Purple Grace

Achoiring Voices

5 Degrees North

D'vonti

Andy White Poetry

JJCornick

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Accrington Stanley

Will Walton

Jess Breame

this occasional society

The Salamanders

Cat Elliott

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Stephanio

Groove Bakers

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

FancyWall

Elephants With Shotguns

Tesoro Duo

Ricco Sakona

Autorora

Millie Woodrow

Dean Antony

DJ / Open Mic

Changing Melody

Amelia Simpson

Marsupial

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Gimme a Break DJs

Paul Levi

The Shantywomen

Jackson Davies

Zakk Paules

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

Deepest Sense

Mart Ward Talks

The Can Can Club.

Nick Haynes

Loose Change

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

The Dandelion Chain

Reverb (Hampshire)

The Bex quartet

Jimmy b and the death rattles

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

James & Phil

Craig Chalmers

The Soulcatchers

TBC

Funky Business

dj junk

Days of closure

Palookaville

Exhilaro

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Nick JT

gaz909

Belle Saint

Sonne

The Slowdown

Chimney and I K 8OY

Royston Black

Matt Sanger

Red Light Spies

New Tide

Lamelle Shaw

SOS PRESENTS

Swan Samba

Steam Machine

Lee Huxtable

Dara Blaxx

Cella

Guillotine Union Boys

Lula Gold

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Katy Halliwell

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Punkhub

Footless Kicks

Rachel Jeffcoat

Jay Munday

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

The Elderlys

Anita Foxall Poetry

Frontline

Miriam

Sea Ranch

Lost Post

South Central

“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.”

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

“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 whole ‘buzz’ of everyone just enjoying themselves - acts and punters alike. ”

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

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

“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 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. ”

“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.”

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

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

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

“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?... Championing live music and amateur performers in a diverse and inspiring way.”

“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.”

“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 sheer range of music available to everyone for free was amazing, some great talent there. ”

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

“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. ”

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

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

“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.”

“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!”

“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.”

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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