Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

The Duskers

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Voice FM

Totton Ukulele Band

KSJM

Sugar Bang

High Mileage

Ukofonics

Arboresque

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Freestone

Cat Elliott

Ekoweko

Angling For Farthings

Vexmantra

WAPPADUSA Sound System

Hedgehogs

Houdini’s Hand

Ignitez

Fragile Lucy

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Oddball Savage

Theresa Lola

NIKHITA

Kalopsia

Mahoosive

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Mick Gough

The Ben Poore Project

Southampton's Music History

Emerson

Sculpt

Watching the Buzzards

Diffy Dames

Room 18

Zombie’ites

Ribble

DJ_MAJOR

The Howlin' Blackouts

The Surge

Roger James Shephard

Roxy's Revenge

Continental Liaison

Andy White Poetry

Space Ace Robot

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Mr. Buoyant

The Picton Readers Club

Brian Hooper

Address soundsystem

Industry Plant

Spindrift

Batala Portsmouth

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

The Red Stars

Good-will

Helicopter Pirates

Michael Devaux

The Monday Grooves

Alexander Bithell

Vacant Shores

Ryan Watts

Vermin

Vinyl Phillips

Ocean Harmony

James B / James F

Far Solar

Achoiring Voices

NJT

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Lucy Smith

Andrew Buchanan

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Igloo Hearts

Mostly Harmless

160

Pianoman Justie

5 Degrees North

desperateBeauty

Charmtype

Harry Ryan

Puddleglum

Felis Leo

Olivia Marsha

Psychedelic Skies

Jess Breame

Days of Speed

Scarlett

Southampton Grad Band

Kindred Found

According to Brian

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

3's a Crowd

RUBY

Riverside Blues Band

Ajay Sahota

Lucy RS Must c

Dj Sarah Nash

Jax Leonard

Way Down South

this occasional society

The Wildcards

Kalopsia (duo)

Steve Weston

Echo Mask

EVXN

Punkhub

Dara Blaxx

SKAM

Geoff Williams

Echo Union

Arji Manuelpillai

Lachlan Horne

Zen Juddhism

Lyla Skyrim

Jon Yale

Karl V

James K. Barker

NX Panther

WooHabs

Flossie James

Jack Walker

Broken Links

NoteWorthy

Beardos and Weirdos

Laurie Bolger

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Hampshire Guitar Club

Romsey Shanty Crew

OC Thomas

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Amy Fox

Silvermon

Suncliffe

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

Adam Kammerling

Dan James

CJOHNSON

Stuart Evans

RELLiX

JACKPUDDING

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

McGriff

Dawn of Dystopia

Bamboo and Bow

The Sky at Night

G-MAN 777

Aoife Scully

Kase the Myth

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Roger Chantler

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Mike and the Mojitos

Sofia Gillani

Hanna Gibbons

Eva Nicole

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Wire -JD

Benana Student Showcase

Adventure State

The Postmen

Dusky Moon

Jonathan Klein

Angel Jones

Cosmic Sisters

Greenish

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

You

Gaz Parker

Naty Giachino

H.AZ

Munro

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Accrington Stanley

Woodfalls band

Giles Halski

ItsPetre

Paul Levi

Earth Propellor

Godless Suns

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Innovator

Flipside

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

JJCornick

Bisola

The Slack 5

Carl Zed

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Elie Pembrey

OCB & Adam Turner

DJ Alex

Nia Nicholls

International Jet Set

Mad Simple

Ronk Torp

Pacuk Band

GaYeon Lee

October Some When

Bragging Rights

MoniQ

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Eat Your Greens

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

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

Stereo Swan

Freya Golding

Bella Cameron

Xionic

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Hydeout

PB Squared

He Fired First

Big man with Small guitar

Eternal Gloom

Amie Lou Shaw

Slap the Willow

Mariano Korman

DJ Drive

Sam Solace

9 Lives

Jaquie Daniels

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

The Halliwells

The Soulcatchers

Mike Lemin Band

The Zone

Betterphor

Ollie Owen Jones

Arzenic

Westingway

Mosaic

One foot in the rave

Ian Kimber

The Bob Squad

The Restless Coast

Bad Alchemy

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Sebastian Horton

Xènia Páez

Reverence Sound

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Shiversa

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Jim Bryant

Saxofony

Mai

Citizen Perez

The Alternates

Lottie Marie

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Love Is Enough

Hail

FREESPIRITS

Under The Attic

Elemci

City of Southampton Orchestra

The Outsiders

CHIMAN 101

Gig Night

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Club Bad

Q Shaq

Canis Arboris

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Halliwell

Purple Grace

The Dark Poet

Sean Bertram

Velickaite Sisters

The Slow Cooked Bears

Kinesis 4

Hobb Lane

Laura Klima

The Long Shorts

Waldo Salt

Fiesta FM

Malcolm Carlo

Tired Less

SO Sound Choir

D'vonti

The Salamanders

The Sound Crew

Tony Arthur

The Pop Tarts

Will Walton

Moakz

Maerefolk

Jake Tilley

Mart Ward Talks

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Reverence Crew

Serendipity

Millie Woodrow

Groove Bakers

The Dandelion Chain

Red Light Spies

Hannah in the Groove

The Elderlys

Reverb (Hampshire)

Jay Munday

Haeze - Andrew Cummings Tribute

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

Royston Black

Lamelle Shaw

Palookaville

Sea Ranch

Slaughterhouse Clive

Ben Highness

Lula Gold

The Slowdown

Miriam

Solace

New Tide

Funky Business

Deepest Sense

Swan Samba

dj junk

Loose Change

SOS PRESENTS

James & Phil

Ricco Sakona

The Bex quartet

Guillotine Union Boys

Changing Melody

Marsupial

Steam Machine

Lee Huxtable

FancyWall

Lost Post

Jackson Davies

Cella

Stephanio

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

DJ / Open Mic

The Shantywomen

Sonne

Gimme a Break DJs

Intoxication

gaz909

Nick JT

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

The Can Can Club.

Dean Antony

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Zakk Paules

Rachel Jeffcoat

Matt Sanger

Crushcrushcrush

Footless Kicks

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

Nick Haynes

Chimney and I K 8OY

Mongoose (BaB Collective)

Anita Foxall Poetry

Elephants With Shotguns

Belle Saint

Amelia Simpson

Frontline

Exhilaro

Autorora

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Craig Chalmers

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Days of closure

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Dreamseeker

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

“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.”

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

“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.”

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

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

“what do you think Music in the City stands for?... Championing live music and amateur performers in a diverse and inspiring way.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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 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 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?... the whole ‘buzz’ of everyone just enjoying themselves - acts and punters alike. ”

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

“what do you think Music in the City stands for?... Community, the love of music and showcasing our wonderful 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 did you love about Music in the City 2025?... a get together of all genres of music dedicated to highlighting raw talent. ”

“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?... the sheer range of music available to everyone for free was amazing, some great talent there. ”

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

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

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

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

“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 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.”

“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.”

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

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

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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