Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Hedgehogs

WAPPADUSA Sound System

Emerson

Big man with Small guitar

Kalopsia (duo)

Mahoosive

Theresa Lola

Laura Klima

Continental Liaison

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

Diffy Dames

Will Walton

Citizen Perez

Kalopsia

Rosie jay

Roxy's Revenge

Andrew Buchanan

Wire -JD

The Ben Poore Project

Far Solar

City of Southampton Orchestra

Betterphor

Ibz & Da Goats

Carl Zed

Jack Walker

3's a Crowd

Scarlett

Greenish

Tony Arthur

Canis Arboris

Pacuk Band

The Zone

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Felis Leo

According to Brian

Reverence Sound

Stereo Swan

The Sky at Night

NoteWorthy

Halliwell

The Daytonas

Xionic

Hail

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Totton Ukulele Band

RUBY

Aoife Scully

KSJM

Innovator

Hobb Lane

Olivia Marsha

Batala Portsmouth

Bamboo and Bow

The Salamanders

Adventure State

Vacant Shores

Malcolm Carlo

Fragile Lucy

Xènia Páez

Room 18

Freestone

Woodfalls band

Club Bad

SO Sound Choir

OCB & Adam Turner

Sugar Bang

Mostly Harmless

Lottie Marie

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Godless Suns

Oddball Savage

James B / James F

Jaquie Daniels

Dusky Moon

Adam Kammerling

The Cali Cartel from Hell

PB Squared

Under The Attic

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Sean Bertram

Spindrift

St Andrews Pipe Band

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

You

Ignitez

SKAM

Jax Leonard

Lachlan Horne

GABRIELA

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Alexander Bithell

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

The Alternates

Roger Chantler

Good-will

Sculpt

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

DJ_MAJOR

Vexmantra

Tired Less

Jim Pearson

Lyla Skyrim

Karl V

NIKHITA

Angling For Farthings

The Bob Squad

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Eternal Gloom

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

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

Shiversa

The Outsiders

this occasional society

Voice FM

Andy White Poetry

MoniQ

The Howlin' Blackouts

Flipside

Address soundsystem

JJCornick

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

McGriff

Harry Ryan

Velickaite Sisters

H.AZ

Ekoweko

Maerefolk

The Monday Grooves

Sofia Gillani

Jim Bryant

Fiesta FM

Elie Pembrey

Lucy Smith

G-MAN 777

Laurie Bolger

Mai

Dompap

Zen Juddhism

Benana Student Showcase

The Halliwells

The Slow Cooked Bears

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Broken Links

Roger James Shephard

Way Down South

Saxofony

Industry Plant

Ukofonics

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Cosmic Sisters

Dj Sarah Nash

Purple Grace

WooHabs

The Restless Coast

Helicopter Pirates

Steve Weston

Love Is Enough

CHIMAN 101

Dan James

The Slack 5

Accrington Stanley

Haeze

Ajay Sahota

Ronk Torp

Houdini’s Hand

Hydeout

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Beardos and Weirdos

Moakz

Arji Manuelpillai

Eva Nicole

Southampton's Music History

The Surge

Bisola

Angel Jones

Alfie Ingram

ItsPetre

160

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Achoiring Voices

Bella Cameron

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Romsey Shanty Crew

Kase the Myth

Stuart Evans

Pianoman Justie

Igloo Hearts

DJ Alex

GaYeon Lee

Echo Mask

desperateBeauty

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Kinesis 4

FREESPIRITS

Jonathan Klein

Sam Solace

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Charmtype

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Naty Giachino

Ribble

Echo Union

Mike and the Mojitos

Vermin

The Long Shorts

The Sound Crew

Mad Simple

EVXN

Ryan Watts

Watching the Buzzards

Kindred Found

Westingway

Uke Box Glory

Cat Elliott

Suncliffe

Hük

Gig Night

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

The Red Stars

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Waldo Salt

DJ Drive

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Eat Your Greens

The Postmen

Gaz Parker

JACKPUDDING

Slap the Willow

October Some When

Days of Speed

Margarita Sleepover

Giles Halski

Southampton Grad Band

Brian Hooper

Ocean Harmony

Mariano Korman

Zombie’ites

The Picton Readers Club

Q Shaq

Space Ace Robot

International Jet Set

He Fired First

Mr. Buoyant

Riverside Blues Band

Hampshire Guitar Club

Puddleglum

Arlo Star

Mike Lemin Band

Mick Gough

James K. Barker

Munro

Jess Breame

Sebastian Horton

Psychedelic Skies

9 Lives

Jon Yale

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

The Duskers

Freya Golding

The Dark Poet

OC Thomas

Ollie Owen Jones

Arzenic

Nia Nicholls

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Amy Fox

Mosaic

Earth Propellor

D'vonti

CJOHNSON

Michael Devaux

Dawn of Dystopia

Hanna Gibbons

Amie Lou Shaw

One foot in the rave

Geoff Williams

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Silvermon

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

The Pop Tarts

Rosie Hollins

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Bragging Rights

NJT

5 Degrees North

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Bad Alchemy

Ian Kimber

Elemci

Arboresque

Lucy RS Must c

Dean Antony

Zakk Paules

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Ricco Sakona

Groove Bakers

Craig Chalmers

Nick Haynes

Exhilaro

Footless Kicks

Lost Post

gaz909

The Shantywomen

FancyWall

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Royston Black

DJ / Open Mic

The Slowdown

The Dandelion Chain

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Palookaville

Millie Woodrow

Amelia Simpson

Loose Change

Matt Sanger

Red Light Spies

Swan Samba

Elephants With Shotguns

Rachel Jeffcoat

Jackson Davies

Marsupial

The Elderlys

Anita Foxall Poetry

Frontline

Katy Halliwell

Dara Blaxx

South Central

Jay Munday

Ben Highness

Nick JT

Sonne

Changing Melody

The Can Can Club.

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

Miriam

Chimney and I K 8OY

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Punkhub

Vinyl Phillips

The Bex quartet

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

TBC

Gimme a Break DJs

SOS PRESENTS

Lamelle Shaw

Guillotine Union Boys

Days of closure

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

Mart Ward Talks

Cella

Deepest Sense

Steam Machine

Autorora

Paul Levi

Lee Huxtable

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

Funky Business

The Soulcatchers

Belle Saint

New Tide

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

dj junk

Tesoro Duo

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Sea Ranch

Steam Town Shanty Crew

James & Phil

Reverence Crew

Stephanio

Lula Gold

Reverb (Hampshire)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

“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 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 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.”

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

“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.”

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

“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. ”

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

“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 inclusive nature of the event - all welcome to take part and contribute. The 'let's go for it' attitude and positivity from Chris Orr.”

“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!”

“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.”

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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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