Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Psychedelic Skies

Rogue Awakening

Halliwell

Southampton Grad Band

Greenish

9 Lives

Fate of the Magpie

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Nàila

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

The Monday Grooves

Bad Alchemy

71chain

Mai

The Long Shorts

The Ben Poore Project

Kinesis 4

Bex&Cole

Mick Gough

Karl V

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Adarna May Exist

Voice FM

Madams Last Discovery

Eric Walker

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

The Postmen

Lost without cause

Traitors

160

Jax Leonard

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Xionic

Bees Knees

NIKHITA

Jess Breame

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

The Slack 5

Beardos and Weirdos

Slap the Willow

Ras Amankwatia

Kase the Myth

Dusky Moon

Flying Hearts

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

SKAM

Lounge Room Lizards

The Red Stars

Tongue & Groove

The Daytonas

Sean Bertram

St Andrews Pipe Band

Mahoosive

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

RUBY

Carl Zed

CJOHNSON

Voodoo Rays

Hük

Jack Walker

The Duskers

Laurie Bolger

Zen Juddhism

Alfie Ingram

The Slow Cooked Bears

5 Degrees North

City of Southampton Orchestra

Spindrift

The Bob Squad

Fiesta FM

Room 18

Tired Less

Saxofony

3's a Crowd

Silvermon

Totton Ukulele Band

Broadsheet Speak

The Dark Poet

Achoiring Voices

Amy Fox

Malcolm Carlo

Bob & the Bobettes

James K. Barker

Theresa Lola

Echo Mask

Geoff Williams

Elie Pembrey

DJ Drive

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Mariano Korman

Cat Elliott

Igloo Hearts

Angling For Farthings

GaYeon Lee

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

ItsPetre

Betterphor

Eternal Gloom

Ben Flournoy

Moakz

Nia Nicholls

H.AZ

Kalopsia

Diffy Dames

Jonny Sansom

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Aoife Scully

Vacant Shores

Will Walton

The Sound Crew

Dj Sarah Nash

Haeze

Maerefolk

McGriff

Space Ace Robot

The Salamanders

PB Squared

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

WooHabs

this occasional society

Sebastian Horton

FREESPIRITS

He Fired First

Elemci

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Benana Student Showcase

Ironhide

The Zone

The Plummers

Jim Pearson

The Black Bear Killing Spree

Disco Lizards

Sofia Gillani

Ekoweko

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Alexander Bithell

Margarita Sleepover

Broken Links

Dompap

Adam Kammerling

The Wildcards

The Surroyal

Arzenic

Lachlan Horne

Oscar Meades

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

JJCornick

Echo Union

DJ JAMES B

SO Sound Choir

Guilty Pleasure

OC Thomas

Naty Giachino

Accrington Stanley

Eva Nicole

Flipside

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Waldo Salt

Origin

Mike and the Mojitos

Hunch Power

Canis Arboris

Amie Lou Shaw

SkunkWorks

Suncliffe

Munro

Angel Jones

Love Is Enough

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

The Pop Tarts

Bella Cameron

Far Solar

Pooja Rajguru

Kieran Snell

Hanna Gibbons

Good-will

Kindred Found

Chris Payn

Jim Bryant

Mike Lemin Band

Roger Chantler

EVXN

Vermin

Mr. Buoyant

Shallow Music

Ian Kimber

Greeny & the Voyagers

Mad Simple

Adventure State

Hydeout

Madison Square

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Hail

Zombie’ites

Days of Speed

Andy White Poetry

Jaquie Daniels

Jeannie

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Xènia Páez

Milkin' It

Dan James

According to Brian

Reverence Sound

Sculpt

MoniQ

Hobb Lane

Rosie Hollins

Bisola

Citizen Perez

Charmtype

NoteWorthy

Retro Rock'its

Q Shaq

Pianoman Justie

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Uke Box Glory

Industry Plant

Hanterhir

The Outsiders

Jon Yale

The Howlin' Blackouts

Goffmog

RELLiX

Vexmantra

Wire -JD

Bragging Rights

Ryan Watts

Tony Arthur

Troy Ellis & his Hail Jamaica Band

Ocean Harmony

Batala Portsmouth

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Drew Mason

Godless Suns

The Surge

Jonathan Klein

Steve Weston

The Halliwells

HAZE

Under The Attic

Puddleglum

Ignitez

Woodfalls band

Freestone

Ajay Sahota

Way Down South

Romsey Shanty Crew

Velickaite Sisters

Michael Devaux

D'vonti

Mosaic

Continental Liaison

Watching the Buzzards

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

October Some When

Arji Manuelpillai

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

The Elephant Cage

Gaz Parker

Gig Night

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

GABRIELA

DJ_MAJOR

Colour of Heartache

Dr. Beatroot

The Latest

Arlo Star

PG Trips

Helicopter Pirates

The Picton Readers Club

Stuart Evans

Arboresque

The Sky at Night

CHIMAN 101

Ribble

Fragile Lucy

Blood Red Sky

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Bamboo and Bow

Scarlett

Hampshire Guitar Club

JACKPUDDING

Shiversa

Emerson

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Brian Hooper

Westingway

Mango In Euphoria

Silent Disco King

Rosie jay

Andrew Buchanan

desperateBeauty

Club Bad

The Restless Coast

Big man with Small guitar

G-MAN 777

High Mileage

Roger James Shephard

Lyla Skyrim

Ukofonics

Giles Halski

NJT

Dawn of Dystopia

Ronk Torp

Purple Grace

RODI

Roxy's Revenge

Eat Your Greens

OCB & Adam Turner

Lucy RS Must c

KSJM

The Bex quartet

Chaos from Order

The Stokes

Deepest Sense

Elephants With Shotguns

The Soulcatchers

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Miriam

Edith and the Kingpins

Marsupial

One foot in the rave

Ricco Sakona

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Cocoa

Lost Post

Southbound

Frontline

Sonne

Days of closure

Steam Machine

Bill Thompson

The Dandelion Chain

Exhilaro

gaz909

Nick JT

Alex Jeffrey

Jubilee

The Elderlys

Red Hot Chili Podders

Gimme a Break DJs

Guillotine Union Boys

The Shantywomen

Jay Munday

Reverb (Hampshire)

Dean Antony

浪之乐队

Swan Samba

Rhythms of Resistance

Groove Bakers

Matt Sanger

Anita Foxall Poetry

DJ / Open Mic

dj junk

Punkhub

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

SJ Ventįl

Lee Huxtable

New Tide

The Slowdown

Royston Black

SPLOOGE

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Funky Business

Footless Kicks

TBC

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Lula Gold

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Nick Haynes

Cella

AfroDeX

The Can Can Club.

Steam Town Shanty Crew

James & Phil

Palookaville

Red Light Spies

FancyWall

Stephanio

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Mighty Magic Animal

Changing Melody

Zakk Paules

Chimney and I K 8OY

Tesoro Duo

Loose Change

“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!”

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

“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.”

“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.”

“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 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!”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

“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. ”

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

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

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

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

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

“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 ❤️”

“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.”

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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