Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

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OCB & Adam Turner

Kindred Found

The Zone

Mike and the Mojitos

Mai

Dara Blaxx

Brian Hooper

Address soundsystem

Ekoweko

Geoff Williams

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

JACKPUDDING

Moakz

Olivia Marsha

PB Squared

Hydeout

Bragging Rights

Jess Breame

Tony Arthur

Greenish

Waldo Salt

Beardos and Weirdos

Q Shaq

Days of Speed

Paul Levi

DJ_MAJOR

High Mileage

Spindrift

The Wildcards

WooHabs

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Totton Ukulele Band

Sebastian Horton

Naty Giachino

Accrington Stanley

Carl Zed

Punkhub

Bella Cameron

Elemci

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Echo Union

Cat Elliott

Kinesis 4

Earth Propellor

Sam Solace

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Kase the Myth

Flipside

Harry Ryan

CJOHNSON

Shiversa

The Red Stars

Mike Lemin Band

RELLiX

Room 18

Kalopsia (duo)

Way Down South

Aoife Scully

International Jet Set

Steve Weston

James K. Barker

Ocean Harmony

Eva Nicole

RUBY

Hanna Gibbons

SKAM

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Ribble

The Outsiders

Woodfalls band

Arboresque

Hedgehogs

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Wire -JD

Laura Klima

Ekowe (Acoustic)

The Slack 5

The Postmen

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Good-will

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Maerefolk

Sugar Bang

Pacuk Band

The Soulcatchers

Psychedelic Skies

Benana Student Showcase

Freestone

Andrew Buchanan

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Eat Your Greens

EVXN

Southampton Grad Band

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

According to Brian

The Picton Readers Club

Tired Less

Fragile Lucy

Under The Attic

Emerson

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

NX Panther

Voice FM

Theresa Lola

Flossie James

Igloo Hearts

Slap the Willow

DJ Alex

Halliwell

He Fired First

Dan James

Far Solar

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Amie Lou Shaw

Southampton's Music History

Riverside Concert Wind Band

The Cali Cartel from Hell

The Ben Poore Project

ItsPetre

JJCornick

Canis Arboris

Karl V

Mostly Harmless

The Long Shorts

Sculpt

WAPPADUSA Sound System

The Bob Squad

FREESPIRITS

Dj Sarah Nash

Achoiring Voices

Echo Mask

Houdini’s Hand

Gig Night

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Felis Leo

Jim Bryant

Dawn of Dystopia

The Halliwells

Roger James Shephard

Ignitez

Puddleglum

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

The Pop Tarts

H.AZ

Ian Kimber

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

NIKHITA

Lyla Skyrim

Sean Bertram

KSJM

Godless Suns

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Continental Liaison

Helicopter Pirates

this occasional society

Citizen Perez

Vacant Shores

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

The Surge

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Hobb Lane

Batala Portsmouth

Roxy's Revenge

Jonathan Klein

Giles Halski

Vexmantra

G-MAN 777

The Sky at Night

Hampshire Guitar Club

Will Walton

Mahoosive

Munro

The Duskers

The Sound Crew

Andy White Poetry

Mick Gough

Ryan Watts

Betterphor

Fiesta FM

Stereo Swan

Arji Manuelpillai

The Restless Coast

Xionic

Michael Devaux

Freya Golding

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

CHIMAN 101

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Ollie Owen Jones

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

McGriff

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Malcolm Carlo

Laurie Bolger

Mosaic

Mariano Korman

Innovator

Club Bad

Nia Nicholls

Purple Grace

GaYeon Lee

Lachlan Horne

Jax Leonard

The Salamanders

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Zen Juddhism

Love Is Enough

Watching the Buzzards

Vinyl Phillips

Lucy Smith

Jon Yale

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Bad Alchemy

Pianoman Justie

Space Ace Robot

D'vonti

3's a Crowd

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Adam Kammerling

Big man with Small guitar

Zombie’ites

Gaz Parker

Industry Plant

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Suncliffe

Hail

9 Lives

Elie Pembrey

Adventure State

Jaquie Daniels

Cosmic Sisters

Lottie Marie

Ajay Sahota

Xènia Páez

The Slow Cooked Bears

Diffy Dames

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

Bamboo and Bow

Lucy RS Must c

Angel Jones

Broken Links

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

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

5 Degrees North

Alexander Bithell

Ukofonics

Oddball Savage

NJT

The Dark Poet

October Some When

The Alternates

James B / James F

Ronk Torp

desperateBeauty

Stuart Evans

Amy Fox

Charmtype

Reverence Sound

City of Southampton Orchestra

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Arzenic

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Scarlett

Mr. Buoyant

Velickaite Sisters

The Monday Grooves

Angling For Farthings

Jack Walker

Vermin

The Howlin' Blackouts

Mad Simple

Roger Chantler

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

Riverside Blues Band

OC Thomas

Kalopsia

Sofia Gillani

Eternal Gloom

Dusky Moon

Westingway

DJ Drive

Saxofony

Romsey Shanty Crew

One foot in the rave

Silvermon

Bisola

You

MoniQ

SO Sound Choir

NoteWorthy

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

Serendipity

Swan Samba

Lee Huxtable

Loose Change

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

The Shantywomen

Nick JT

Mart Ward Talks

Zakk Paules

The Slowdown

Sonne

Changing Melody

Lost Post

Gimme a Break DJs

Intoxication

Solace

Ben Highness

Jay Munday

Deepest Sense

Crushcrushcrush

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Reverb (Hampshire)

Chimney and I K 8OY

Elephants With Shotguns

Red Light Spies

Reverence Crew

Lamelle Shaw

The Elderlys

Lula Gold

Haeze - Andrew Cummings Tribute

Anita Foxall Poetry

Jake Tilley

SOS PRESENTS

Groove Bakers

The Can Can Club.

Mongoose (BaB Collective)

Steam Machine

Matt Sanger

Funky Business

gaz909

Amelia Simpson

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

DJ / Open Mic

Craig Chalmers

New Tide

dj junk

Miriam

Footless Kicks

Hannah in the Groove

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Guillotine Union Boys

Autorora

Frontline

Exhilaro

Palookaville

Millie Woodrow

Ricco Sakona

Jackson Davies

James & Phil

FancyWall

Dreamseeker

The Bex quartet

Slaughterhouse Clive

Cella

Days of closure

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Sea Ranch

Nick Haynes

Royston Black

Dean Antony

Marsupial

The Dandelion Chain

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Stephanio

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Belle Saint

Rachel Jeffcoat

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

“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.”

“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 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!”

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

“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?... a get together of all genres of music dedicated to highlighting raw talent. ”

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

“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.”

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

“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. ”

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

“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 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.”

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

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

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

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

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

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

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

Our 2026 multi venue festival will take place on Saturday 12th September 2026, and we also have a special classical venue with performances on Sunday 13th

HUUUGE THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS…