Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Godless Suns

Jaquie Daniels

James K. Barker

Kase the Myth

Vexmantra

Big man with Small guitar

Igloo Hearts

Days of Speed

Beardos and Weirdos

Paul Levi

Gig Night

The Slow Cooked Bears

Psychedelic Skies

The Long Shorts

Address soundsystem

Freya Golding

Xionic

Puddleglum

Vacant Shores

Ocean Harmony

Amy Fox

One foot in the rave

Andy White Poetry

RUBY

GABRIELA

St Andrews Pipe Band

Olivia Marsha

Tony Arthur

Savoury Tooth Tiger

5 Degrees North

Brian Hooper

Wire -JD

Purple Grace

Ian Kimber

ItsPetre

The Duskers

Sean Bertram

The Sound Crew

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Cat Elliott

Sebastian Horton

Stuart Evans

Hampshire Guitar Club

Greenish

Southampton Ukulele Jam

CJOHNSON

Jess Breame

Love Is Enough

Rosie jay

Malcolm Carlo

According to Brian

October Some When

Far Solar

D'vonti

Earth Propellor

KSJM

The Ben Poore Project

MoniQ

Aoife Scully

Houdini’s Hand

Lottie Marie

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

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

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

DJ Drive

Mad Simple

Lucy Smith

Accrington Stanley

The Outsiders

Reverence Sound

this occasional society

Riverside Blues Band

Silvermon

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

Bragging Rights

Shiversa

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Elie Pembrey

Oddball Savage

DJ Alex

The Sky at Night

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Roger Chantler

Romsey Shanty Crew

WooHabs

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Citizen Perez

The Dark Poet

James B / James F

Cosmic Sisters

Giles Halski

Lachlan Horne

Will Walton

Elemci

The Surge

Kat Hutchings Yoga

CHIMAN 101

Munro

Ekoweko

OCB & Adam Turner

Hobb Lane

Vermin

Arzenic

OC Thomas

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Batala Portsmouth

DJ_MAJOR

SO Sound Choir

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Sofia Gillani

Angel Jones

Geoff Williams

EVXN

160

Dusky Moon

Waldo Salt

Mosaic

Mahoosive

Naty Giachino

Xènia Páez

Broken Links

JACKPUDDING

Hedgehogs

Freestone

Ukofonics

Q Shaq

The Pop Tarts

Canis Arboris

He Fired First

The Daytonas

Saxofony

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Spindrift

Fiesta FM

Echo Union

Dan James

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Ignitez

McGriff

NoteWorthy

Carl Zed

City of Southampton Orchestra

Roger James Shephard

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Mostly Harmless

G-MAN 777

The Howlin' Blackouts

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Hail

SKAM

Adam Kammerling

Pacuk Band

Velickaite Sisters

Moakz

Hanna Gibbons

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Bamboo and Bow

Kalopsia

Haeze

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Lucy RS Must c

desperateBeauty

The Bob Squad

Mike and the Mojitos

Club Bad

Alexander Bithell

Angling For Farthings

Southampton's Music History

Achoiring Voices

Laura Klima

Emerson

Mike Lemin Band

Eva Nicole

Totton Ukulele Band

Dj Sarah Nash

Sculpt

Bisola

WAPPADUSA Sound System

Nia Nicholls

Theresa Lola

Amie Lou Shaw

The Wildcards

Halliwell

Hük

Jack Walker

Mr. Buoyant

Maerefolk

Zombie’ites

Stereo Swan

Room 18

Steve Weston

Laurie Bolger

Eat Your Greens

Felis Leo

Charmtype

Echo Mask

NIKHITA

Zen Juddhism

Ribble

Roxy's Revenge

Benana Student Showcase

The Red Stars

RELLiX

The Picton Readers Club

Ibz & Da Goats

Sugar Bang

The Monday Grooves

Kinesis 4

Mai

Bad Alchemy

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Watching the Buzzards

Harry Ryan

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

The Zone

Flipside

Woodfalls band

Kalopsia (duo)

Lyla Skyrim

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Sam Solace

The Salamanders

Michael Devaux

Southampton Grad Band

Suncliffe

Mick Gough

Alfie Ingram

Innovator

Ryan Watts

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Voice FM

FREESPIRITS

Jax Leonard

Eternal Gloom

Industry Plant

Westingway

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Way Down South

Rosie Hollins

GaYeon Lee

H.AZ

The Alternates

Hydeout

Adventure State

The Restless Coast

Fragile Lucy

Karl V

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Dompap

Diffy Dames

The Postmen

Tired Less

9 Lives

Gaz Parker

Betterphor

Arboresque

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Arji Manuelpillai

International Jet Set

Jim Pearson

Jim Bryant

Mariano Korman

Dawn of Dystopia

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Kindred Found

Ronk Torp

Margarita Sleepover

Andrew Buchanan

The Slack 5

Jon Yale

Pianoman Justie

NJT

Uke Box Glory

Under The Attic

Ollie Owen Jones

JJCornick

Space Ace Robot

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

3's a Crowd

Continental Liaison

Ajay Sahota

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

PB Squared

Slap the Willow

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Helicopter Pirates

Bella Cameron

You

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Jonathan Klein

The Halliwells

Good-will

Scarlett

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Amelia Simpson

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Loose Change

Elephants With Shotguns

Sonne

The Soulcatchers

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

Changing Melody

The Shantywomen

Autorora

Ben Highness

Jackson Davies

Sea Ranch

Lula Gold

The Slowdown

James & Phil

gaz909

Cella

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Steam Machine

Zakk Paules

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

Red Light Spies

New Tide

Reverence Crew

Lee Huxtable

Belle Saint

Mart Ward Talks

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Lost Post

Rachel Jeffcoat

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Vinyl Phillips

South Central

Ricco Sakona

Craig Chalmers

SOS PRESENTS

Dean Antony

The Dandelion Chain

Matt Sanger

Guillotine Union Boys

Punkhub

Exhilaro

Deepest Sense

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Nick JT

Chimney and I K 8OY

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Miriam

The Bex quartet

The Can Can Club.

Gimme a Break DJs

Royston Black

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Lamelle Shaw

dj junk

Reverb (Hampshire)

FancyWall

The Elderlys

Footless Kicks

DJ / Open Mic

Katy Halliwell

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Jay Munday

Tesoro Duo

Frontline

Stephanio

Days of closure

Swan Samba

Marsupial

Nick Haynes

Dara Blaxx

Palookaville

Millie Woodrow

Anita Foxall Poetry

TBC

Groove Bakers

Funky Business

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

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

“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!”

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

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

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

“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 inclusive nature of the event - all welcome to take part and contribute. The 'let's go for it' attitude and positivity from Chris Orr.”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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. ”

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

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

“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. ”

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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