Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Achoiring Voices

Xionic

Ocean Harmony

Tony Arthur

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Andy White Poetry

Scarlett

Ekoweko

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

The Surroyal

Way Down South

Adam Kammerling

DJ JAMES B

The Surge

Maerefolk

Velickaite Sisters

Freya Golding

Michael Devaux

Lyla Skyrim

5 Degrees North

KSJM

D'vonti

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Bad Alchemy

The Sound Crew

Continental Liaison

Spindrift

Kase the Myth

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Hampshire Guitar Club

Suncliffe

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Haeze

Mr. Buoyant

Ajay Sahota

Troy Ellis & his Hail Jamaica Band

Ribble

Uke Box Glory

The Black Bear Killing Spree

160

PG Trips

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Sofia Gillani

Big man with Small guitar

Accrington Stanley

Flipside

The Long Shorts

Broken Links

G-MAN 777

The Sky at Night

The Latest

St Andrews Pipe Band

Harry Ryan

Betterphor

Jack Walker

Godless Suns

Jax Leonard

Beardos and Weirdos

Ben Flournoy

Carl Zed

Freestone

Jonathan Klein

Arji Manuelpillai

Rosie Hollins

Hanterhir

The Postmen

NJT

Charmtype

Watching the Buzzards

Mosaic

Rogue Awakening

Guilty Pleasure

Silvermon

Brian Hooper

RODI

Echo Mask

Southampton Grad Band

Will Walton

Shallow Music

Sean Bertram

Igloo Hearts

Vacant Shores

Far Solar

Eric Walker

FREESPIRITS

The Salamanders

Lottie Marie

The Slack 5

Eva Nicole

Jim Pearson

H.AZ

Dompap

RUBY

Lucy RS Must c

Stuart Evans

Margarita Sleepover

Mike and the Mojitos

Eternal Gloom

Nia Nicholls

Goffmog

Good-will

Wire -JD

McGriff

Fragile Lucy

Voodoo Rays

Hunch Power

Psychedelic Skies

October Some When

Bamboo and Bow

Pooja Rajguru

Giles Halski

JACKPUDDING

Theresa Lola

The Howlin' Blackouts

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Arlo Star

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Halliwell

Arboresque

Shiversa

Room 18

Kalopsia

Riverside Blues Band

Munro

3's a Crowd

Chris Payn

Greenish

Totton Ukulele Band

Lost without cause

Zen Juddhism

The Plummers

Dj Sarah Nash

Alexander Bithell

DJ Drive

Kieran Snell

Canis Arboris

Dusky Moon

Karl V

Greeny & the Voyagers

Ignitez

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Fate of the Magpie

Ironhide

The Halliwells

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Sculpt

Origin

Pianoman Justie

SKAM

Rosie jay

Naty Giachino

Ollie Owen Jones

Cat Elliott

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Laura Klima

Hobb Lane

Disco Lizards

Ian Kimber

OC Thomas

Moakz

Westingway

Kindred Found

Roger Chantler

Q Shaq

The Picton Readers Club

Malcolm Carlo

Diffy Dames

Elemci

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Zombie’ites

GaYeon Lee

Gig Night

Geoff Williams

Reverence Sound

Steve Weston

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

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

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

DJ_MAJOR

The Pop Tarts

Bisola

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

WooHabs

Hanna Gibbons

Olivia Marsha

Tired Less

Oscar Meades

Mai

OCB & Adam Turner

desperateBeauty

Kinesis 4

Lounge Room Lizards

Bella Cameron

Arzenic

Roxy's Revenge

Sugar Bang

James K. Barker

Mike Lemin Band

The Zone

Jeannie

Laurie Bolger

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Dan James

Jess Breame

The Dark Poet

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Bees Knees

Angel Jones

Roger James Shephard

Hydeout

The Red Stars

NoteWorthy

Love Is Enough

Hail

Ronk Torp

NIKHITA

The Ben Poore Project

Emerson

He Fired First

Puddleglum

Batala Portsmouth

Broadsheet Speak

ItsPetre

The Slow Cooked Bears

Bob & the Bobettes

Ryan Watts

Jaquie Daniels

Lachlan Horne

Aoife Scully

Vermin

Waldo Salt

Mango In Euphoria

JJCornick

Dr. Beatroot

Woodfalls band

Citizen Perez

The Duskers

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Jon Yale

Sebastian Horton

Nàila

Echo Union

Xènia Páez

According to Brian

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Club Bad

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Romsey Shanty Crew

Milkin' It

SO Sound Choir

The Bob Squad

The Elephant Cage

Slap the Willow

Madams Last Discovery

Benana Student Showcase

this occasional society

The Daytonas

71chain

CJOHNSON

Bex&Cole

City of Southampton Orchestra

Drew Mason

Jonny Sansom

Space Ace Robot

Adventure State

MoniQ

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Jim Bryant

Amy Fox

The Wildcards

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

PB Squared

Tongue & Groove

Gaz Parker

High Mileage

GABRIELA

9 Lives

Saxofony

Mad Simple

Eat Your Greens

Lucy Smith

Hük

Traitors

Vexmantra

Angling For Farthings

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Retro Rock'its

Ukofonics

CHIMAN 101

Purple Grace

Dawn of Dystopia

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Days of Speed

SkunkWorks

Under The Attic

Amie Lou Shaw

Helicopter Pirates

Mahoosive

The Outsiders

Colour of Heartache

Flying Hearts

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Ras Amankwatia

Elie Pembrey

Mariano Korman

Fiesta FM

Voice FM

The Monday Grooves

The Restless Coast

Andrew Buchanan

Bragging Rights

HAZE

Mick Gough

Alfie Ingram

Industry Plant

Madison Square

RELLiX

EVXN

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Chimney and I K 8OY

AfroDeX

SPLOOGE

Chaos from Order

New Tide

Marsupial

TBC

Guillotine Union Boys

The Stokes

DJ / Open Mic

Swan Samba

Mighty Magic Animal

The Shantywomen

gaz909

Cella

The Soulcatchers

The Can Can Club.

Groove Bakers

Nick JT

Bill Thompson

Nick Haynes

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Alex Jeffrey

Elephants With Shotguns

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Frontline

Rhythms of Resistance

The Bex quartet

Steam Machine

Lee Huxtable

Stephanio

The Dandelion Chain

James & Phil

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Cocoa

Southbound

Edith and the Kingpins

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Jubilee

Deepest Sense

Gimme a Break DJs

Footless Kicks

Changing Melody

Reverb (Hampshire)

Miriam

Jay Munday

Zakk Paules

SJ Ventįl

The Elderlys

Palookaville

Days of closure

浪之乐队

Red Hot Chili Podders

Anita Foxall Poetry

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Loose Change

dj junk

FancyWall

Punkhub

Lula Gold

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Red Light Spies

One foot in the rave

Matt Sanger

Dean Antony

Lost Post

The Slowdown

Exhilaro

Ricco Sakona

Sonne

Tesoro Duo

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Royston Black

Funky Business

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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!”

“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 👏👏.”

“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. ”

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

“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!”

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

“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.”

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

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

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

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

“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 audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

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

“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. ”

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

“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!”

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

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

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

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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