Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Godless Suns

Nia Nicholls

Kindred Found

The Howlin' Blackouts

desperateBeauty

Dan James

Flossie James

Hedgehogs

The Bob Squad

International Jet Set

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Cosmic Sisters

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Sugar Bang

Aoife Scully

Flipside

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

The Cali Cartel from Hell

The Slack 5

ItsPetre

Mariano Korman

Lachlan Horne

Woodfalls band

Eat Your Greens

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

WooHabs

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Dawn of Dystopia

The Long Shorts

Romsey Shanty Crew

Waldo Salt

Vexmantra

Canis Arboris

Spindrift

Andy White Poetry

Space Ace Robot

Will Walton

Felis Leo

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Betterphor

The Alternates

Tired Less

NJT

Kalopsia (duo)

Geoff Williams

Arzenic

Giles Halski

One foot in the rave

Amy Fox

City of Southampton Orchestra

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Olivia Marsha

JJCornick

Freya Golding

Voice FM

The Dark Poet

Southampton Grad Band

Theresa Lola

Harry Ryan

Industry Plant

Kinesis 4

The Salamanders

Jax Leonard

SKAM

Houdini’s Hand

JACKPUDDING

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

G-MAN 777

Earth Propellor

Big man with Small guitar

Zombie’ites

James K. Barker

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

The Postmen

The Restless Coast

Xionic

Under The Attic

Bella Cameron

Mike Lemin Band

Jonathan Klein

Tony Arthur

OC Thomas

Adam Kammerling

Ajay Sahota

Roger Chantler

Hampshire Guitar Club

Slap the Willow

DJ_MAJOR

Accrington Stanley

Maerefolk

SO Sound Choir

Munro

RELLiX

The Wildcards

Emerson

Stereo Swan

Sebastian Horton

Shiversa

Helicopter Pirates

The Zone

Michael Devaux

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Moakz

Ribble

Psychedelic Skies

Elie Pembrey

Mahoosive

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Bragging Rights

Amie Lou Shaw

Pianoman Justie

Totton Ukulele Band

Paul Levi

Ian Kimber

Citizen Perez

Wire -JD

Dara Blaxx

9 Lives

Bisola

Steve Weston

Kase the Myth

Ronk Torp

Carl Zed

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

DJ Drive

Broken Links

You

Sculpt

Club Bad

OCB & Adam Turner

Mostly Harmless

Eva Nicole

Zen Juddhism

Jim Bryant

MoniQ

Pacuk Band

KSJM

Good-will

The Surge

Scarlett

Beardos and Weirdos

October Some When

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Roger James Shephard

Oddball Savage

Suncliffe

Room 18

The Picton Readers Club

DJ Alex

Ekowe (Acoustic)

FREESPIRITS

160

Vacant Shores

Ryan Watts

Batala Portsmouth

Achoiring Voices

Mai

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

The Halliwells

Hail

Dusky Moon

Riverside Blues Band

The Outsiders

Jaquie Daniels

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

5 Degrees North

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Vinyl Phillips

Kalopsia

3's a Crowd

Ollie Owen Jones

Silvermon

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

According to Brian

Xènia Páez

Q Shaq

Hydeout

Lucy Smith

Sofia Gillani

Mike and the Mojitos

Lyla Skyrim

NX Panther

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

High Mileage

Ocean Harmony

Westingway

Fragile Lucy

He Fired First

Eternal Gloom

Mosaic

Mick Gough

James B / James F

NIKHITA

Igloo Hearts

Days of Speed

Puddleglum

Greenish

Address soundsystem

Bamboo and Bow

Love Is Enough

McGriff

Adventure State

Mad Simple

Continental Liaison

Jack Walker

Purple Grace

The Ben Poore Project

The Monday Grooves

Bad Alchemy

PB Squared

Cat Elliott

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Ignitez

Brian Hooper

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Reverence Sound

Charmtype

Watching the Buzzards

Freestone

Stuart Evans

Way Down South

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

CJOHNSON

The Pop Tarts

Hobb Lane

Naty Giachino

The Soulcatchers

Southampton's Music History

Sam Solace

Angling For Farthings

The Red Stars

Arji Manuelpillai

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

NoteWorthy

Echo Union

The Slow Cooked Bears

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

GaYeon Lee

EVXN

WAPPADUSA Sound System

Sean Bertram

Benana Student Showcase

CHIMAN 101

Laurie Bolger

Vermin

Diffy Dames

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Echo Mask

Saxofony

RUBY

H.AZ

The Sound Crew

Arboresque

The Sky at Night

D'vonti

Dj Sarah Nash

Lucy RS Must c

Halliwell

Hanna Gibbons

Malcolm Carlo

Mr. Buoyant

Angel Jones

Fiesta FM

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Velickaite Sisters

Andrew Buchanan

Laura Klima

Lottie Marie

Alexander Bithell

Jess Breame

Karl V

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

this occasional society

Innovator

Roxy's Revenge

Elemci

Punkhub

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Gaz Parker

Ekoweko

The Duskers

Gig Night

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Ukofonics

Far Solar

Jon Yale

Deepest Sense

Stephanio

Solace

Frontline

Miriam

Ben Highness

Ricco Sakona

Palookaville

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Belle Saint

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

The Bex quartet

Days of closure

Swan Samba

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Serendipity

Royston Black

Elephants With Shotguns

Groove Bakers

James & Phil

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

Amelia Simpson

Jay Munday

Slaughterhouse Clive

Reverence Crew

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

Crushcrushcrush

Matt Sanger

The Dandelion Chain

Exhilaro

The Slowdown

Dean Antony

Lost Post

Intoxication

Sonne

The Shantywomen

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Mart Ward Talks

Dreamseeker

Nick Haynes

Autorora

Red Light Spies

Lee Huxtable

Sea Ranch

The Elderlys

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Lamelle Shaw

Millie Woodrow

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Anita Foxall Poetry

Jackson Davies

Steam Machine

Mongoose (BaB Collective)

New Tide

gaz909

Gimme a Break DJs

Guillotine Union Boys

Zakk Paules

Cella

Chimney and I K 8OY

Lula Gold

The Can Can Club.

Footless Kicks

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

Rachel Jeffcoat

Haeze - Andrew Cummings Tribute

Funky Business

Reverb (Hampshire)

Craig Chalmers

Changing Melody

Marsupial

Nick JT

Jake Tilley

dj junk

Hannah in the Groove

Loose Change

SOS PRESENTS

FancyWall

Shaun Shears & The Locals

DJ / Open Mic

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

“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!”

“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 audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

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

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

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

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

“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!”

“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.”

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

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

“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?... Community, the love of music and showcasing our wonderful city!”

“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?... it highlights what an amazing music scene we have in Southampton. ”

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

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

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

“Amazing to have access to lots of Southampton's historic nooks and crannies over the weekend for Music in the 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 took place on:

HUUUGE THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS…

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