Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

The Daytonas

Jim Bryant

Vermin

Harry Ryan

Aoife Scully

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Mahoosive

Naty Giachino

Fragile Lucy

Totton Ukulele Band

Andy White Poetry

Xionic

McGriff

Greenish

Ollie Owen Jones

The Zone

Alfie Ingram

Kinesis 4

The Halliwells

Vexmantra

Jaquie Daniels

Kalopsia

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Angling For Farthings

October Some When

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Houdini’s Hand

Purple Grace

G-MAN 777

Kindred Found

5 Degrees North

Achoiring Voices

City of Southampton Orchestra

Mike and the Mojitos

OC Thomas

Continental Liaison

Brian Hooper

Far Solar

Voodoo Rays

Eva Nicole

The Outsiders

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Andrew Buchanan

James B / James F

GaYeon Lee

Freestone

Michael Devaux

Mariano Korman

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Pianoman Justie

Dawn of Dystopia

Diffy Dames

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

Jonathan Klein

Geoff Williams

Tony Arthur

EVXN

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Woodfalls band

The Bob Squad

Gig Night

Lucy Smith

Arji Manuelpillai

Cat Elliott

Theresa Lola

Zombie’ites

Way Down South

Margarita Sleepover

Malcolm Carlo

Oscar Meades

The Slack 5

The Ben Poore Project

Bamboo and Bow

Adventure State

Ignitez

Batala Portsmouth

Haeze

JJCornick

The Restless Coast

Sam Solace

James K. Barker

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

Adam Kammerling

DJ_MAJOR

NJT

Ryan Watts

Zen Juddhism

Mad Simple

Roxy's Revenge

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Dusky Moon

RENEGADE ROSE

Alexander Bithell

He Fired First

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Space Ace Robot

Halliwell

Lyla Skyrim

Tired Less

Broken Links

Sofia Gillani

71chain

Westingway

Gaz Parker

Emerson

Giles Halski

Hobb Lane

Arboresque

Carl Zed

Ekoweko

Days of Speed

Rosie jay

Jim Pearson

One foot in the rave

Jack Walker

The Dark Poet

desperateBeauty

The Alternates

H.AZ

Charmtype

The Sky at Night

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Love Is Enough

Dompap

Sebastian Horton

Hydeout

Hampshire Guitar Club

Room 18

Arzenic

NoteWorthy

Address soundsystem

Angel Jones

Hedgehogs

Vacant Shores

Spindrift

Psychedelic Skies

Silvermon

The Monday Grooves

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Maerefolk

3's a Crowd

Waldo Salt

Kase the Myth

DJ Drive

Flipside

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

You

Karl V

Sean Bertram

Madison Square

Voice FM

Club Bad

Uke Box Glory

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

Fiesta FM

The Postmen

Mai

The Long Shorts

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

The Duskers

Riverside Blues Band

Xènia Páez

Dan James

Godless Suns

PB Squared

Savoury Tooth Tiger

My Black Poison

Ukofonics

Scarlett

Mick Gough

CJOHNSON

Stereo Swan

Jon Yale

GABRIELA

Ronk Torp

Sugar Bang

Lottie Marie

Arlo Star

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

International Jet Set

Watching the Buzzards

Kalopsia (duo)

Accrington Stanley

The Sound Crew

Canis Arboris

JACKPUDDING

Puddleglum

Lucy RS Must c

Nia Nicholls

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Shiversa

Bella Cameron

Amy Fox

Freya Golding

Wire -JD

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Roger James Shephard

160

Earth Propellor

The Picton Readers Club

Slap the Willow

High Mileage

Suncliffe

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Southampton's Music History

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

ItsPetre

WooHabs

Big man with Small guitar

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Moakz

Laura Klima

The Pop Tarts

Bad Alchemy

Ian Kimber

The Phantom Majors

Eat Your Greens

Mosaic

Bragging Rights

Jax Leonard

Stuart Evans

Rosie Hollins

Southampton Grad Band

MoniQ

Lachlan Horne

Ajay Sahota

Ekowe (Acoustic)

St Andrews Pipe Band

The Red Stars

Benana Student Showcase

Ribble

Saxofony

Munro

The Wildcards

Nàila

Citizen Perez

Velickaite Sisters

The Slow Cooked Bears

Romsey Shanty Crew

9 Lives

Under The Attic

Sculpt

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Reverence Sound

SKAM

The Surge

The Howlin' Blackouts

Amie Lou Shaw

KSJM

Olivia Marsha

Pacuk Band

Will Walton

Igloo Hearts

Cosmic Sisters

Milkin' It

Q Shaq

Steve Weston

Greeny & the Voyagers

Ocean Harmony

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Hük

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Oddball Savage

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Hail

Echo Union

this occasional society

RUBY

Hanna Gibbons

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Elie Pembrey

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

Betterphor

FREESPIRITS

DJ Alex

Roger Chantler

According to Brian

Echo Mask

Bisola

NIKHITA

SO Sound Choir

CHIMAN 101

Innovator

Ibz & Da Goats

The Salamanders

Helicopter Pirates

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Eternal Gloom

Good-will

Beardos and Weirdos

Jess Breame

Elemci

WAPPADUSA Sound System

Mike Lemin Band

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Mr. Buoyant

Laurie Bolger

Dj Sarah Nash

RELLiX

OCB & Adam Turner

D'vonti

Industry Plant

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Lounge Room Lizards

DJ / Open Mic

Cocoa

South Central

Matt Sanger

Mart Ward Talks

Katy Halliwell

Guillotine Union Boys

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Royston Black

Nick Haynes

The Shantywomen

Belle Saint

Days of closure

Lula Gold

Ricco Sakona

Exhilaro

Dean Antony

The Dandelion Chain

Amelia Simpson

Dara Blaxx

Footless Kicks

FancyWall

Jubilee

The Soulcatchers

Nick JT

Red Light Spies

Miriam

Zakk Paules

Funky Business

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Changing Melody

New Tide

Lost Post

Punkhub

Palookaville

Stephanio

Craig Chalmers

Felis Leo

Swan Samba

Loose Change

Jackson Davies

Frontline

Lee Huxtable

Sea Ranch

AfroDeX

Gimme a Break DJs

The Elderlys

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

gaz909

Lamelle Shaw

The Slowdown

TBC

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

The Can Can Club.

Reverb (Hampshire)

The Bex quartet

Rachel Jeffcoat

Jay Munday

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Paul Levi

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Elephants With Shotguns

Anita Foxall Poetry

SOS PRESENTS

Millie Woodrow

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

Marsupial

dj junk

James & Phil

Tesoro Duo

Cella

Steam Machine

SJ Ventįl

Sonne

Deepest Sense

Chimney and I K 8OY

Groove Bakers

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Shaun Shears & The Locals

“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!”

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

“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?... 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 audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

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

“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. ”

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

“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. ”

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

“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!”

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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