Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

JACKPUDDING

Sean Bertram

High Mileage

Felis Leo

ItsPetre

Sculpt

The Salamanders

Sofia Gillani

Gaz Parker

Ronk Torp

Sebastian Horton

Lucy Smith

Andy White Poetry

Arji Manuelpillai

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Mostly Harmless

Arboresque

Fragile Lucy

Mosaic

Jim Bryant

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Saxofony

The Monday Grooves

Will Walton

NX Panther

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

SO Sound Choir

Oddball Savage

Cat Elliott

Dusky Moon

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Freestone

Roxy's Revenge

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Tony Arthur

MoniQ

Suncliffe

RELLiX

desperateBeauty

Ollie Owen Jones

GaYeon Lee

The Red Stars

Roger Chantler

Alexander Bithell

Kalopsia (duo)

Mr. Buoyant

Eat Your Greens

Greenish

Charmtype

Elemci

Westingway

Ian Kimber

Innovator

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Mai

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Vacant Shores

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

DJ Drive

WooHabs

The Dark Poet

Houdini’s Hand

Emerson

The Sound Crew

Industry Plant

Giles Halski

Geoff Williams

Halliwell

Southampton's Music History

Totton Ukulele Band

The Slow Cooked Bears

The Alternates

Club Bad

H.AZ

Harry Ryan

Days of Speed

Paul Levi

The Surge

He Fired First

International Jet Set

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Ocean Harmony

Vinyl Phillips

The Soulcatchers

Ukofonics

Munro

KSJM

The Zone

Space Ace Robot

Eva Nicole

SKAM

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Michael Devaux

Laurie Bolger

Eternal Gloom

The Postmen

Hedgehogs

Zen Juddhism

Batala Portsmouth

D'vonti

OC Thomas

Flossie James

NJT

Far Solar

The Outsiders

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

James B / James F

Adventure State

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Reverence Sound

Mariano Korman

The Restless Coast

According to Brian

Woodfalls band

RUBY

160

Velickaite Sisters

Karl V

Roger James Shephard

Fiesta FM

Hail

NIKHITA

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Lyla Skyrim

James K. Barker

Beardos and Weirdos

Benana Student Showcase

Pacuk Band

FREESPIRITS

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Kase the Myth

Romsey Shanty Crew

Room 18

Citizen Perez

Ajay Sahota

Mahoosive

Stereo Swan

3's a Crowd

Lucy RS Must c

Hanna Gibbons

McGriff

Angling For Farthings

Silvermon

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Freya Golding

5 Degrees North

Jax Leonard

Mad Simple

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

Vexmantra

The Duskers

Igloo Hearts

Spindrift

Amy Fox

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Xènia Páez

Kinesis 4

Malcolm Carlo

Kindred Found

Big man with Small guitar

CHIMAN 101

Achoiring Voices

Bragging Rights

One foot in the rave

Nia Nicholls

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

Sugar Bang

Mike and the Mojitos

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Q Shaq

Scarlett

Hydeout

Wire -JD

Good-will

this occasional society

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Ekoweko

Betterphor

Olivia Marsha

Gig Night

Amie Lou Shaw

The Picton Readers Club

Mike Lemin Band

Arzenic

Waldo Salt

Jonathan Klein

Address soundsystem

Andrew Buchanan

Canis Arboris

WAPPADUSA Sound System

Theresa Lola

Steve Weston

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Purple Grace

Punkhub

Dan James

Jack Walker

Riverside Blues Band

Vermin

Dawn of Dystopia

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Stuart Evans

Xionic

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Flipside

The Howlin' Blackouts

The Ben Poore Project

Dara Blaxx

OCB & Adam Turner

Hobb Lane

Watching the Buzzards

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

Hampshire Guitar Club

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

9 Lives

Love Is Enough

The Slack 5

The Long Shorts

Bad Alchemy

Godless Suns

Ignitez

Maerefolk

Lachlan Horne

Pianoman Justie

The Sky at Night

Cosmic Sisters

Elie Pembrey

October Some When

NoteWorthy

Kalopsia

Bisola

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Psychedelic Skies

You

Under The Attic

Diffy Dames

The Wildcards

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

The Pop Tarts

DJ_MAJOR

Zombie’ites

PB Squared

Echo Mask

Naty Giachino

Ribble

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Adam Kammerling

Echo Union

Sam Solace

Angel Jones

The Bob Squad

Ryan Watts

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Kat Hutchings Yoga

CJOHNSON

Moakz

DJ Alex

Southampton Grad Band

Aoife Scully

Jess Breame

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Laura Klima

Accrington Stanley

Bamboo and Bow

Dj Sarah Nash

Slap the Willow

Helicopter Pirates

Mick Gough

G-MAN 777

Continental Liaison

Earth Propellor

Tired Less

Brian Hooper

Puddleglum

Jaquie Daniels

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Carl Zed

JJCornick

Voice FM

Lottie Marie

EVXN

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Shiversa

Way Down South

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

City of Southampton Orchestra

Jon Yale

The Halliwells

Broken Links

Bella Cameron

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Chimney and I K 8OY

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

SOS PRESENTS

Swan Samba

The Can Can Club.

Mongoose (BaB Collective)

Crushcrushcrush

Lula Gold

Shaun Shears & The Locals

The Bex quartet

Haeze - Andrew Cummings Tribute

Cella

Anita Foxall Poetry

DJ / Open Mic

Groove Bakers

Reverb (Hampshire)

Amelia Simpson

Millie Woodrow

Autorora

Ricco Sakona

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Hannah in the Groove

The Dandelion Chain

Days of closure

Jake Tilley

Stephanio

Craig Chalmers

Serendipity

gaz909

Solace

The Slowdown

Dreamseeker

Elephants With Shotguns

Palookaville

Intoxication

Jay Munday

Lost Post

The Elderlys

Gimme a Break DJs

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

Red Light Spies

FancyWall

Deepest Sense

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Nick JT

Exhilaro

Reverence Crew

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

Loose Change

Marsupial

Guillotine Union Boys

Footless Kicks

Ben Highness

Steam Machine

Jackson Davies

Miriam

Dean Antony

Royston Black

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Frontline

Lamelle Shaw

Slaughterhouse Clive

Zakk Paules

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Sea Ranch

Nick Haynes

Changing Melody

James & Phil

Funky Business

Mart Ward Talks

Lee Huxtable

Belle Saint

Sonne

Rachel Jeffcoat

Matt Sanger

dj junk

New Tide

The Shantywomen

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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?... Championing live music and amateur performers in a diverse and inspiring way.”

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

“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!”

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

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

“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 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.”

“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. ”

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 took place on:

HUUUGE THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS…

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