Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Brian Hooper

Accrington Stanley

Flossie James

Godless Suns

Totton Ukulele Band

DJ Alex

9 Lives

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Echo Mask

Zombie’ites

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Big man with Small guitar

Igloo Hearts

Cosmic Sisters

Lachlan Horne

G-MAN 777

160

Earth Propellor

Continental Liaison

The Outsiders

Ekoweko

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Andy White Poetry

Eva Nicole

Hobb Lane

Ajay Sahota

Freya Golding

The Long Shorts

Mahoosive

Amie Lou Shaw

KSJM

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Kase the Myth

Kalopsia

MoniQ

RUBY

3's a Crowd

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Moakz

Hail

The Duskers

Mike Lemin Band

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Mike and the Mojitos

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Shiversa

ItsPetre

Jax Leonard

Hedgehogs

Alexander Bithell

Vermin

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Westingway

Helicopter Pirates

Karl V

desperateBeauty

Mick Gough

Oddball Savage

The Slow Cooked Bears

Tony Arthur

GaYeon Lee

Riverside Blues Band

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

The Sound Crew

Pianoman Justie

Psychedelic Skies

Tired Less

Southampton Grad Band

Ocean Harmony

Laura Klima

WAPPADUSA Sound System

Jess Breame

The Salamanders

Broken Links

Days of Speed

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Vinyl Phillips

Citizen Perez

SKAM

Fiesta FM

FREESPIRITS

Batala Portsmouth

Kindred Found

The Postmen

The Soulcatchers

Kat Hutchings Yoga

According to Brian

Purple Grace

Woodfalls band

Ryan Watts

Mosaic

Bella Cameron

One foot in the rave

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Industry Plant

Arzenic

Cat Elliott

The Ben Poore Project

Mostly Harmless

Riverside Concert Wind Band

The Monday Grooves

JACKPUDDING

The Bob Squad

this occasional society

Pacuk Band

Bamboo and Bow

Mr. Buoyant

CJOHNSON

Houdini’s Hand

Naty Giachino

Bad Alchemy

Lottie Marie

Stuart Evans

The Zone

Nia Nicholls

OCB & Adam Turner

Betterphor

Zen Juddhism

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Sam Solace

Hydeout

Velickaite Sisters

Achoiring Voices

Jaquie Daniels

Olivia Marsha

Sofia Gillani

Saxofony

The Dark Poet

DJ_MAJOR

The Halliwells

International Jet Set

Roger James Shephard

Maerefolk

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Arji Manuelpillai

Aoife Scully

He Fired First

Mad Simple

Scarlett

Dara Blaxx

Waldo Salt

Punkhub

Sean Bertram

Elie Pembrey

D'vonti

Watching the Buzzards

Michael Devaux

Steve Weston

Arboresque

Ian Kimber

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Xènia Páez

Fragile Lucy

Q Shaq

Adventure State

Address soundsystem

Southampton's Music History

CHIMAN 101

The Slack 5

Malcolm Carlo

NJT

Jim Bryant

The Howlin' Blackouts

Will Walton

Dawn of Dystopia

The Red Stars

City of Southampton Orchestra

Amy Fox

NX Panther

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

NIKHITA

Way Down South

DJ Drive

McGriff

Geoff Williams

The Wildcards

Dan James

Wire -JD

SO Sound Choir

Vexmantra

Ignitez

Good-will

Carl Zed

Innovator

Lucy Smith

Emerson

Space Ace Robot

Adam Kammerling

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

Gaz Parker

Kalopsia (duo)

Ollie Owen Jones

Bragging Rights

Eat Your Greens

Love Is Enough

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

Voice FM

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

The Restless Coast

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Roger Chantler

Vacant Shores

Freestone

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

Flipside

Under The Attic

Jon Yale

Sebastian Horton

Angel Jones

Paul Levi

The Sky at Night

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Greenish

Sugar Bang

Harry Ryan

Elemci

Theresa Lola

Jack Walker

Puddleglum

H.AZ

Hampshire Guitar Club

Benana Student Showcase

RELLiX

Romsey Shanty Crew

Gig Night

Giles Halski

PB Squared

Bisola

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Roxy's Revenge

The Picton Readers Club

Felis Leo

Dusky Moon

Sculpt

Ukofonics

Room 18

Suncliffe

The Alternates

Jonathan Klein

You

The Surge

WooHabs

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Ronk Torp

OC Thomas

Laurie Bolger

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Diffy Dames

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Canis Arboris

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Munro

The Pop Tarts

Lucy RS Must c

James K. Barker

JJCornick

Lyla Skyrim

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Mai

James B / James F

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Beardos and Weirdos

Eternal Gloom

Kinesis 4

Angling For Farthings

Far Solar

Mariano Korman

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

Xionic

Ribble

Halliwell

Hanna Gibbons

Andrew Buchanan

Charmtype

Club Bad

EVXN

Silvermon

Echo Union

Slap the Willow

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Dj Sarah Nash

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Spindrift

Stereo Swan

Reverence Sound

High Mileage

October Some When

5 Degrees North

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

NoteWorthy

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Red Light Spies

Marsupial

Rachel Jeffcoat

Solace

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Lee Huxtable

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Mart Ward Talks

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

Frontline

Groove Bakers

Lamelle Shaw

Dean Antony

Slaughterhouse Clive

Chimney and I K 8OY

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Anita Foxall Poetry

Swan Samba

Loose Change

Guillotine Union Boys

The Shantywomen

Lost Post

The Dandelion Chain

Cella

Ben Highness

Matt Sanger

Royston Black

Jackson Davies

Amelia Simpson

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Sea Ranch

Intoxication

Palookaville

Reverence Crew

Days of closure

Jimmy b and the death rattles

The Bex quartet

Sonne

dj junk

Millie Woodrow

Haeze - Andrew Cummings Tribute

Zakk Paules

Elephants With Shotguns

The Elderlys

New Tide

Dreamseeker

Nick Haynes

Ricco Sakona

Nick JT

Jay Munday

SOS PRESENTS

Deepest Sense

Mongoose (BaB Collective)

Autorora

gaz909

Hannah in the Groove

Belle Saint

Miriam

Serendipity

Changing Melody

Footless Kicks

DJ / Open Mic

Steam Machine

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

The Can Can Club.

Lula Gold

Funky Business

Gimme a Break DJs

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

Stephanio

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

James & Phil

FancyWall

Reverb (Hampshire)

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Exhilaro

Crushcrushcrush

The Slowdown

Jake Tilley

Craig Chalmers

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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 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. ”

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

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

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

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

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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