Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Ignitez

Woodfalls band

RELLiX

Jess Breame

Jon Yale

James K. Barker

Arji Manuelpillai

Watching the Buzzards

Mahoosive

OCB & Adam Turner

Suncliffe

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

Westingway

CHIMAN 101

Good-will

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Hanna Gibbons

OC Thomas

Far Solar

Romsey Shanty Crew

Lucy Smith

Kat Hutchings Yoga

ItsPetre

Hampshire Guitar Club

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

FREESPIRITS

Elemci

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Bella Cameron

Zombie’ites

Charmtype

Ajay Sahota

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Riverside Blues Band

Munro

Pianoman Justie

Echo Mask

160

Jaquie Daniels

Scarlett

Oddball Savage

Maerefolk

The Soulcatchers

Lottie Marie

The Surge

The Pop Tarts

Mike Lemin Band

Mike and the Mojitos

Arboresque

Canis Arboris

Jack Walker

Totton Ukulele Band

Velickaite Sisters

Waldo Salt

The Sound Crew

Cat Elliott

Mosaic

You

Ekoweko

Continental Liaison

Harry Ryan

Gaz Parker

Q Shaq

According to Brian

Giles Halski

KSJM

Sebastian Horton

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Dusky Moon

Laurie Bolger

Stuart Evans

Kindred Found

Fragile Lucy

The Long Shorts

Angel Jones

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Puddleglum

Citizen Perez

3's a Crowd

Stereo Swan

Eternal Gloom

Way Down South

Mariano Korman

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Kase the Myth

Jim Bryant

Helicopter Pirates

Betterphor

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Southampton's Music History

Houdini’s Hand

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Godless Suns

Steve Weston

Paul Levi

The Slack 5

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

The Halliwells

Echo Union

Mad Simple

Lachlan Horne

Xionic

Ken Wood and the Mixers

The Bob Squad

Sofia Gillani

Vermin

Tony Arthur

McGriff

Amy Fox

The Postmen

5 Degrees North

Jonathan Klein

Ronk Torp

Zen Juddhism

Flossie James

James B / James F

The Dark Poet

JACKPUDDING

Xènia Páez

He Fired First

Ryan Watts

NJT

Ribble

The Red Stars

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Elie Pembrey

GaYeon Lee

Pacuk Band

The Alternates

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

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

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Ocean Harmony

Vexmantra

Bamboo and Bow

Voice FM

Sculpt

Eat Your Greens

Vinyl Phillips

NX Panther

Vacant Shores

PB Squared

RUBY

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Eva Nicole

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

The Salamanders

Southampton Grad Band

Brian Hooper

Hydeout

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

D'vonti

High Mileage

Accrington Stanley

Naty Giachino

Laura Klima

Tired Less

Mostly Harmless

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

CJOHNSON

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Ollie Owen Jones

Sean Bertram

Halliwell

Diffy Dames

The Picton Readers Club

Achoiring Voices

Adam Kammerling

Ukofonics

Address soundsystem

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Greenish

The Howlin' Blackouts

Michael Devaux

Roger Chantler

Batala Portsmouth

Dj Sarah Nash

October Some When

G-MAN 777

desperateBeauty

Earth Propellor

Carl Zed

The Monday Grooves

Mr. Buoyant

Innovator

International Jet Set

Will Walton

Olivia Marsha

JJCornick

SKAM

Freestone

Flipside

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Punkhub

Bad Alchemy

Jax Leonard

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

this occasional society

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Kalopsia

Mick Gough

H.AZ

Kalopsia (duo)

Ian Kimber

EVXN

Mai

NIKHITA

Angling For Farthings

Nia Nicholls

Cosmic Sisters

WAPPADUSA Sound System

Broken Links

Love Is Enough

Alexander Bithell

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Silvermon

The Slow Cooked Bears

Room 18

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Psychedelic Skies

Moakz

Lucy RS Must c

NoteWorthy

Shiversa

Sam Solace

Lyla Skyrim

Aoife Scully

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

Benana Student Showcase

Club Bad

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Hail

Bragging Rights

Amie Lou Shaw

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

MoniQ

SO Sound Choir

Slap the Willow

The Sky at Night

Andrew Buchanan

Spindrift

Kinesis 4

WooHabs

DJ Alex

Roger James Shephard

The Zone

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Big man with Small guitar

Industry Plant

Hedgehogs

Days of Speed

Andy White Poetry

Adventure State

Bisola

Roxy's Revenge

Freya Golding

The Wildcards

Beardos and Weirdos

City of Southampton Orchestra

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

The Restless Coast

DJ_MAJOR

Igloo Hearts

Fiesta FM

Hobb Lane

Arzenic

The Outsiders

Dan James

Under The Attic

Geoff Williams

The Duskers

Purple Grace

Dara Blaxx

Dawn of Dystopia

Gig Night

Felis Leo

9 Lives

Sugar Bang

Karl V

Reverence Sound

Space Ace Robot

DJ Drive

Emerson

Malcolm Carlo

Theresa Lola

Wire -JD

Saxofony

The Ben Poore Project

One foot in the rave

Loose Change

Steam Machine

Guillotine Union Boys

Intoxication

Rachel Jeffcoat

Cella

Nick Haynes

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Matt Sanger

Groove Bakers

The Shantywomen

Lost Post

Solace

Zakk Paules

Slaughterhouse Clive

Amelia Simpson

Miriam

Millie Woodrow

Elephants With Shotguns

Red Light Spies

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Sea Ranch

The Elderlys

Ben Highness

Haeze - Andrew Cummings Tribute

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Dean Antony

Marsupial

Ricco Sakona

Palookaville

Jimmy b and the death rattles

dj junk

Serendipity

Swan Samba

Changing Melody

Royston Black

SOS PRESENTS

Hannah in the Groove

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

Jackson Davies

Nick JT

Mongoose (BaB Collective)

Jay Munday

Deepest Sense

Chimney and I K 8OY

The Bex quartet

Lula Gold

Funky Business

FancyWall

Jake Tilley

Lee Huxtable

Footless Kicks

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Sonne

Frontline

Belle Saint

gaz909

Anita Foxall Poetry

Gimme a Break DJs

Reverb (Hampshire)

Crushcrushcrush

Stephanio

Days of closure

Lamelle Shaw

Steam Town Shanty Crew

James & Phil

Exhilaro

DJ / Open Mic

Autorora

The Dandelion Chain

Dreamseeker

Craig Chalmers

The Can Can Club.

The Slowdown

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Mart Ward Talks

Reverence Crew

New Tide

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

“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!”

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

“Loved the total buzz around the city, music coming from every venue along the quay and high street and meeting so many other musicians.”

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

“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 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.”

“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.”

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

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

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

“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?... a get together of all genres of music dedicated to highlighting raw talent. ”

“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.”

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

“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. ”

“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 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.”

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

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

“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.”

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

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

“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 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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