Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Purple Grace

GaYeon Lee

RUBY

Amie Lou Shaw

Mad Simple

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Gaz Parker

Gig Night

Way Down South

Kat Hutchings Yoga

The Ben Poore Project

Roxy's Revenge

Jax Leonard

Bragging Rights

Jim Bryant

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Lucy Smith

NX Panther

Sofia Gillani

The Salamanders

G-MAN 777

Tony Arthur

H.AZ

Malcolm Carlo

The Slow Cooked Bears

Sugar Bang

Punkhub

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

D'vonti

Xionic

Continental Liaison

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Geoff Williams

Ronk Torp

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Karl V

Mick Gough

Greenish

Voice FM

Oddball Savage

Spindrift

Ignitez

KSJM

Watching the Buzzards

Club Bad

Beardos and Weirdos

Big man with Small guitar

Mostly Harmless

Bisola

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Bad Alchemy

Arji Manuelpillai

Vacant Shores

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

Southampton's Music History

DJ_MAJOR

WAPPADUSA Sound System

Hail

MoniQ

Paul Levi

James K. Barker

Eternal Gloom

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Zombie’ites

The Red Stars

Dan James

The Dark Poet

Ajay Sahota

Eat Your Greens

Tired Less

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

City of Southampton Orchestra

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

The Outsiders

Fiesta FM

Harry Ryan

Mai

Reverence Sound

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Adventure State

Will Walton

Sculpt

Southampton Grad Band

Totton Ukulele Band

Eva Nicole

Lucy RS Must c

NoteWorthy

Silvermon

Benana Student Showcase

Ukofonics

Sean Bertram

Ollie Owen Jones

Xènia Páez

Arboresque

Innovator

Hampshire Guitar Club

Freya Golding

CHIMAN 101

The Picton Readers Club

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Emerson

Sam Solace

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Kindred Found

The Bob Squad

Cat Elliott

Elemci

Pacuk Band

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Aoife Scully

DJ Alex

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Stuart Evans

Space Ace Robot

Olivia Marsha

Andy White Poetry

October Some When

SO Sound Choir

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Accrington Stanley

Ekoweko

The Sound Crew

Love Is Enough

Kalopsia

The Alternates

Naty Giachino

FREESPIRITS

Amy Fox

Puddleglum

The Howlin' Blackouts

Charmtype

Scarlett

Far Solar

Kalopsia (duo)

Suncliffe

JACKPUDDING

Ribble

He Fired First

Batala Portsmouth

Citizen Perez

Michael Devaux

The Monday Grooves

Ian Kimber

Achoiring Voices

Arzenic

You

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Diffy Dames

Brian Hooper

Dusky Moon

Pianoman Justie

Hobb Lane

The Wildcards

Vinyl Phillips

CJOHNSON

EVXN

Flossie James

The Soulcatchers

Mahoosive

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Halliwell

The Halliwells

Roger James Shephard

JJCornick

Slap the Willow

Mariano Korman

Lachlan Horne

Jaquie Daniels

The Surge

ItsPetre

Jess Breame

SKAM

Igloo Hearts

Theresa Lola

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Waldo Salt

Sebastian Horton

Romsey Shanty Crew

DJ Drive

Andrew Buchanan

Maerefolk

Broken Links

Lottie Marie

Kinesis 4

PB Squared

Dara Blaxx

Room 18

Fragile Lucy

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

The Duskers

OCB & Adam Turner

Adam Kammerling

Dawn of Dystopia

Nia Nicholls

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Days of Speed

The Postmen

The Slack 5

Betterphor

160

Vermin

Bamboo and Bow

Angling For Farthings

Bella Cameron

NIKHITA

NJT

Ryan Watts

Saxofony

McGriff

Jon Yale

Vexmantra

Ekowe (Acoustic)

The Restless Coast

Alexander Bithell

Mr. Buoyant

OC Thomas

Cosmic Sisters

Flipside

Angel Jones

Jonathan Klein

According to Brian

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

Echo Mask

Under The Attic

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Felis Leo

5 Degrees North

Hydeout

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Houdini’s Hand

International Jet Set

Hanna Gibbons

Echo Union

Industry Plant

Steve Weston

Kase the Myth

Freestone

this occasional society

WooHabs

One foot in the rave

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Ocean Harmony

Mosaic

Riverside Blues Band

Dj Sarah Nash

Canis Arboris

RELLiX

Moakz

Carl Zed

Godless Suns

Mike and the Mojitos

Wire -JD

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Mike Lemin Band

Address soundsystem

Jack Walker

Woodfalls band

The Long Shorts

Zen Juddhism

The Pop Tarts

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Shiversa

Good-will

The Zone

Stereo Swan

Lyla Skyrim

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

High Mileage

Giles Halski

Roger Chantler

Psychedelic Skies

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Helicopter Pirates

Earth Propellor

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Hedgehogs

Laura Klima

Westingway

The Sky at Night

3's a Crowd

9 Lives

Q Shaq

Elie Pembrey

Laurie Bolger

James B / James F

Velickaite Sisters

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

desperateBeauty

Munro

Belle Saint

Jake Tilley

Palookaville

The Bex quartet

dj junk

Lula Gold

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

Sea Ranch

Groove Bakers

Dean Antony

Serendipity

Royston Black

Craig Chalmers

Lamelle Shaw

DJ / Open Mic

Sonne

Haeze - Andrew Cummings Tribute

Reverb (Hampshire)

Amelia Simpson

Swan Samba

Exhilaro

Ben Highness

Guillotine Union Boys

Gimme a Break DJs

Mart Ward Talks

Nick JT

Dreamseeker

Zakk Paules

Millie Woodrow

Miriam

The Elderlys

SOS PRESENTS

Jay Munday

Autorora

Changing Melody

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Loose Change

Slaughterhouse Clive

Red Light Spies

Funky Business

Frontline

Elephants With Shotguns

The Can Can Club.

Lee Huxtable

Rachel Jeffcoat

gaz909

Steam Machine

Intoxication

Chimney and I K 8OY

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Reverence Crew

Marsupial

Footless Kicks

Cella

Ricco Sakona

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Nick Haynes

Crushcrushcrush

Solace

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Lost Post

Matt Sanger

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Anita Foxall Poetry

Hannah in the Groove

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

New Tide

FancyWall

Stephanio

Days of closure

The Shantywomen

Steam Town Shanty Crew

The Dandelion Chain

The Slowdown

James & Phil

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

Deepest Sense

Mongoose (BaB Collective)

Jackson Davies

“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!”

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

“The atmosphere around Southampton on Sunday was lovely - 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.”

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

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

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

“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.”

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

“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 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. ”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds 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.”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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!!!”

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

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

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

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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