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.

Shiversa

Godless Suns

Blood Red Sky

Bisola

Theresa Lola

Cat Elliott

James K. Barker

CHIMAN 101

ItsPetre

Adarna May Exist

Xènia Páez

Ibz & Da Goats

Kieran Snell

Ukofonics

Dj Sarah Nash

Alexander Bithell

Rogue Awakening

The Monday Grooves

Goffmog

Hanna Gibbons

WOOHABS

OCB & Adam Turner

Mariano Korman

Ocean Harmony

Flying Hearts

Cherry Go Steady

Lyla Skyrim

Canis Arboris

desperateBeauty

DJ_MAJOR

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Bex&Cole

Scarlett

Hail

Ron May

Hampshire Guitar Club

Savoury Tooth Tiger

He Fired First

Mai

3's a Crowd

Brian Hooper

Jax Leonard

Bad Alchemy

Sean Bertram

Ian Kimber

Will Walton

Elemci

Lounge Room Lizards

Roger James Shephard

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Tony Arthur

Freestone

Silvermon

Sebastian Horton

The Surroyal

Interesting Wallpaper

Dr. Beatroot

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Jeannie

Diffy Dames

Jim Pearson

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Vermin

Gaz Parker

Xionic

Mike and the Mojitos

The Slack 5

NIKHITA

Dusky Moon

The Static

RELLiX

Guilty Pleasure

DJ Drive

Aoife Scully

this occasional society

The Flipside Society

Roxy's Revenge

NoteWorthy

Flipside

Arboresque

The Tipsy Gypsies

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Continental Liaison

Michael Devaux

The Latest

Mick Gough

Space Ace Robot

Nia Nicholls

Amy Fox

Industry Plant

Drew Mason

160

Riverside Concert Wind Band

RODI

Tongue & Groove

The Long Shorts

The Duskers

Hük

Pacuk Band

Wire -JD

Maerefolk

Giles Halski

Jaquie Daniels

Luna Acrobatics & Aerial Arts

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Ronk Torp

Mosaic

Eat Your Greens

Waldo Salt

Greenish

Jonny Sansom

Club Bad

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Maple Valentine

MoniQ

Totton Ukulele Band

Vacant Shores

Dan James

Milkin' It

Big man with Small guitar

The Restless Coast

Munro

Kindred Found

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Retro Rock'its

Sofia Gillani

Days of Speed

Voodoo Rays

Zen Juddhism

Romsey Shanty Crew

Ben Flournoy

Greeny & the Voyagers

JACKPUDDING

SkunkWorks

Accrington Stanley

Igloo Hearts

Adam Kammerling

The Alternates

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Noise Factory United

Alfie Ingram

Broadsheet Speak

Hydeout

Troy Ellis & his Hail Jamaica Band

Colour of Heartache

Fate of the Magpie

Ignitez

Zombie’ites

High Mileage

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Love Is Enough

Shallow Music

The Elephant Cage

Helicopter Pirates

Q Shaq

Hanterhir

Chayz3r

Andrew Buchanan

The Sky at Night

Dompap

Bella Cameron

G-MAN 777

Twelve Caesars

Lucy RS Must c

Chris Payn

Pianoman Justie

Madams Last Discovery

Endless Talking

PB Squared

Charmtype

DJ JAMES B

Westingway

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

Reverence Sound

Ras Amankwatia

Disco Lizards

Angling For Farthings

Purple Grace

The Surge

Tired Less

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Moakz

Beardos and Weirdos

Arzenic

Batala Portsmouth

Eternal Gloom

Suncliffe

FREESPIRITS

Lachlan Horne

October Some When

Oddball Savage

Ajay Sahota

The Salamanders

HAZE

The Picton Readers Club

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Mahoosive

Woodfalls band

Jess Breame

The Black Bear Killing Spree

The Sound Crew

Elie Pembrey

Far Solar

5 Degrees North

The Bob Squad

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

The Halliwells

Madison Square

Eric Walker

The Outsiders

Ekoweko

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Voice FM

Vexmantra

Watching the Buzzards

Way Down South

RENEGADE ROSE

International Jet Set

Angel Jones

Malcolm Carlo

D'vonti

Karl V

The Postmen

Laurie Bolger

NJT

Mr. Buoyant

Citizen Perez

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Uke Box Glory

Slap the Willow

The Slow Cooked Bears

Lost without cause

The Howlin' Blackouts

Echo Union

Dawn of Dystopia

Margarita Sleepover

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

H.AZ

Mad Simple

Neko Roshi

Hunch Power

Geoff Williams

Silent Disco King

Puddleglum

Saxofony

Gig Night

Southampton Grad Band

Echo Mask

Southampton Ukulele Jam

CJOHNSON

VALLEYBOYZERO

The Plummers

Bees Knees

Basharan

Psychedelic Skies

Carl Zed

The Dark Poet

Halliwell

Kase the Myth

JJCornick

Emerson

The Phantom Majors

The Red Stars

Mango In Euphoria

71chain

ALLEY the band

Kalopsia

Stuart Evans

Hobb Lane

Under The Attic

Jonathan Klein

McGriff

Oscar Meades

Origin

Jim Bryant

Betterphor

GABRIELA

EVXN

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Velickaite Sisters

Eva Nicole

OC Thomas

Spindrift

Haeze

Kinesis 4

Pooja Rajguru

The Wildcards

The Ben Poore Project

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Naty Giachino

Nick Tann and The Whole Family

Bob&the Bobettes

PG Trips

Ribble

The Zone

Ironhide

Redz Man

Sculpt

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Roger Chantler

Rosie Hollins

Staff Discount

SKAM

Innovator

Ryan Watts

Nory-J

St Andrews Pipe Band

Bragging Rights

Arlo Star

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Mike Lemin Band

KSJM

RUBY

Jon Yale

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Arji Manuelpillai

City of Southampton Orchestra

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Steve Weston

The Pop Tarts

GaYeon Lee

Nàila

Traitors

SO Sound Choir

Jack Walker

WooHabs

Achoiring Voices

Broken Links

Amie Lou Shaw

Andy White Poetry

Fragile Lucy

9 Lives

Adventure State

Jordon Mulvoy

Rosie jay

Heart & Voice

浪之乐队

Tony Lehrle-Fry and friends

Nick Haynes

The Can Can Club.

SPLOOGE

Good-will

Stephanio

Anita Foxall Poetry

Davey Jones' Locker

Rhythms of Resistance

Tesoro Duo

Deepest Sense

Edith and the Kingpins

Changing Melody

SJ Ventįl

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

The Stokes

Southbound

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

The Dandelion Chain

Alex Jeffrey

Dean Antony

Red Light Spies

Sonne

The Soulcatchers

Chimney and I K 8OY

Lost Post

Mighty Magic Animal

The Shantywomen

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

gaz909

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Felis Leo

Bill Thompson

Frontline

Guillotine Union Boys

Days of closure

Lula Gold

Gimme a Break DJs

Marsupial

Royston Black

King Louie

New Tide

AfroDeX

Cella

Ricco Sakona

Paul Levi

The Elderlys

Bamboo and Bow

The Slowdown

Nick JT

Punkhub

Room 18

Chaos from Order

Southbound

Shaun

Elephants With Shotguns

Jubilee

Lee Huxtable

FancyWall

dj junk

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Miriam

Cocoa

Jay Munday

Funky Business

One foot in the rave

Swan Samba

Exhilaro

The Daytonas

Reverb (Hampshire)

Thundizzle

Loose Change

Steam Machine

Zakk Paules

James & Phil

The Bex quartet

According to Brian

Red Hot Chili Podders

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Footless Kicks

Palookaville

“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. ”

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

“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 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.”

“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 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.”

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

“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.”

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

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

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

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

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

“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.”

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

“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. ”

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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