Performances
Acts
Musicians
Venues
“Just a huge thank you to the organisers. I doff my cap to you all.”
“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 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.”
“It was a pleasure and privilege to be involved in such an excellent event.”
“The atmosphere around Southampton on Sunday was lovely - well done!”
“Loved the carnival atmosphere generated in the city, the camaraderie and the music.”
“The volunteer at our location was a legend, very much appreciate his contribution, and the sound guy as well.”
“Pure Rehearsal Studios: A superb weekend showcasing the amazing talent in the area. Well done!”
“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 playing in the lovely acoustic of the Art Gallery to a very large and enthusiastic audience.”
“Loved playing in a vault, very different! The website with the option to plan your line-up was genius.”
“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.”
“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.”
“Loved having the opportunity to be involved in a big event as a volunteer, and getting the chance to have a position of responsibility.”
“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 had a fabulous time. Can't wait to do it all again x. Thank you for the opportunity.”
“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!”
“Thanks for pulling this festival together - what an amazing feat. It is a great thing!”
“Just the best festival there is. Love it.”
“The website was really good and made it really simple to view the programme and work out who was on and where.”
“Huge Congrats Chris Orr, a fabulous time was has by one and all and it was a pleasure and great fun volunteering.”
“Hats off to all involved in this event. It gets better every year 👏👏.”
“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.”
“Amazing to have access to lots of Southampton's historic nooks and crannies over the weekend for Music in the City.”
“What a weekend that was!! Huge congratulations to you for pulling that together, and organising the army of volunteers across 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.”
“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.”
“We were on the Hythe ferry with the Southampton Salty Sea Dogs. Absolutely brilliant little cruise. Thanks to all!”
“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.”
“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”
“Loved the opportunity to play in an unusual venue, and to meet other musicians.”
“What I loved most was the energy, creativity, and dedication behind the scenes.”
St Michael's Square
Overdraft Bedford Place
the Platform Tavern
Southampton Amateur Rowing Club
King John’s Palace
The Dell
The Joiners
God's House Tower
Hythe Ferry Mini Cruise
The 1865
Dancing Man Brewery
Castle Vault
Central Hall
The Platform Tavern
Ruby's at the Grand
Duke of Wellington
Quilter's Vault
Papillon
Lankester’s Vault
IKEA Southampton
The Watergate Ruin
Steamship Shieldhall Forward Deck
Brewdog Southampton
Town Quay Park
The Social
St Michael's Vault
Brewdog Southampton
Castle Bailey Wall
Southampton City Art Gallery
Mettricks Woolston Waterside
Vinilo Record Store
Orange Rooms
The Bar On The Square
94 High Street Vault
Western Esplanande
The Design Chapel
The Grumpy Monkey
London Road Brew House
The Titanic Pub and Kitchen
Orange Rooms
Banana Wharf
Weigh House & Vault
The White Star Tavern
Belgium and Blues
The Undercroft
Heartbreakers
The Titanic
Overdraft
Duke of Wellington
Steamship Shieldhall After Deck
Gig Night at the Old Chemist
Ava's Cocktail BAR
The Grand
HMV Southampton
The London Hotel
Canute's Palace
XOXO
Holyrood Church
The Cricketers Arms
The Rockstone
Mettricks Guildhall
Raven & Bine
The Dusty Barrel
Beards & Boards
O'Neill's
Unity Brewing Co
KWACKERS RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR
Red Funnel Terminal 2