Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Riverside Blues Band

Jon Yale

Rosie Hollins

Echo Union

Batala Portsmouth

Cat Elliott

Will Walton

Mike Lemin Band

Southampton Grad Band

Amy Fox

Slap the Willow

NJT

MoniQ

CHIMAN 101

Jonathan Klein

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Malcolm Carlo

PB Squared

Mr. Buoyant

Velickaite Sisters

Hail

The Long Shorts

JACKPUDDING

Pacuk Band

Flipside

The Duskers

Roger Chantler

James K. Barker

Munro

GaYeon Lee

Cosmic Sisters

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

The Howlin' Blackouts

The Halliwells

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Ian Kimber

Angel Jones

Stuart Evans

Good-will

The Slack 5

Citizen Perez

H.AZ

Southampton's Music History

SO Sound Choir

Mosaic

Big man with Small guitar

One foot in the rave

Silvermon

Carl Zed

Totton Ukulele Band

Laurie Bolger

The Surge

Diffy Dames

Fragile Lucy

The Ben Poore Project

The Restless Coast

Mick Gough

Ryan Watts

Halliwell

Roxy's Revenge

Xènia Páez

OCB & Adam Turner

Jim Pearson

Adam Kammerling

The Monday Grooves

9 Lives

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Club Bad

NIKHITA

5 Degrees North

Adventure State

SKAM

The Cali Cartel from Hell

CJOHNSON

Sam Solace

Purple Grace

Sebastian Horton

The Postmen

Geoff Williams

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Lucy Smith

The Dark Poet

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

The Red Stars

Lottie Marie

WooHabs

October Some When

According to Brian

Charmtype

Watching the Buzzards

Under The Attic

Mai

Continental Liaison

160

3's a Crowd

Helicopter Pirates

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Wire -JD

The Outsiders

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

Moakz

Achoiring Voices

Kase the Myth

City of Southampton Orchestra

Mariano Korman

Hük

Pianoman Justie

Betterphor

Kalopsia

Hydeout

Saxofony

Eva Nicole

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Mahoosive

DJ Alex

RUBY

Ignitez

Ekoweko

Ronk Torp

The Slow Cooked Bears

Days of Speed

Q Shaq

Michael Devaux

Voice FM

KSJM

Tony Arthur

ItsPetre

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Bamboo and Bow

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Dawn of Dystopia

D'vonti

DJ Drive

DJ_MAJOR

The Bob Squad

EVXN

Giles Halski

Way Down South

Elemci

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Shiversa

Aoife Scully

Lachlan Horne

Flossie James

RELLiX

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

NoteWorthy

International Jet Set

Ocean Harmony

G-MAN 777

James B / James F

Westingway

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Scarlett

Bisola

The Picton Readers Club

Gig Night

Freestone

Jax Leonard

The Soulcatchers

Woodfalls band

Room 18

Innovator

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

The Wildcards

Mostly Harmless

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Address soundsystem

Mike and the Mojitos

Echo Mask

Industry Plant

Ukofonics

Houdini’s Hand

Jack Walker

Arzenic

Eternal Gloom

Sculpt

Brian Hooper

Zombie’ites

Theresa Lola

Bad Alchemy

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Vermin

Nia Nicholls

Kalopsia (duo)

Angling For Farthings

Beardos and Weirdos

Hanna Gibbons

Godless Suns

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Roger James Shephard

St Andrews Pipe Band

Sugar Bang

this occasional society

Eat Your Greens

Ibz & Da Goats

Ribble

Stereo Swan

McGriff

Xionic

The Pop Tarts

Steve Weston

JJCornick

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Ollie Owen Jones

Andrew Buchanan

Hedgehogs

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Felis Leo

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

Alfie Ingram

Benana Student Showcase

Arji Manuelpillai

Elie Pembrey

Earth Propellor

Vexmantra

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

FREESPIRITS

Puddleglum

Oddball Savage

Fiesta FM

Reverence Sound

Space Ace Robot

Hobb Lane

Gaz Parker

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Greenish

Karl V

Emerson

Olivia Marsha

Tired Less

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

The Alternates

desperateBeauty

Maerefolk

Accrington Stanley

Harry Ryan

Dompap

Jess Breame

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Jaquie Daniels

Canis Arboris

OC Thomas

Andy White Poetry

Kindred Found

The Daytonas

Jim Bryant

Psychedelic Skies

Ajay Sahota

Naty Giachino

Laura Klima

Romsey Shanty Crew

Dusky Moon

Margarita Sleepover

Zen Juddhism

Kinesis 4

Spindrift

Dj Sarah Nash

WAPPADUSA Sound System

Freya Golding

Love Is Enough

Hampshire Guitar Club

The Sound Crew

Dan James

Mad Simple

Lucy RS Must c

Igloo Hearts

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Broken Links

Arboresque

Paul Levi

Suncliffe

Bragging Rights

You

The Zone

Vacant Shores

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Lyla Skyrim

Alexander Bithell

He Fired First

Sean Bertram

Waldo Salt

The Salamanders

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

Far Solar

Bella Cameron

The Sky at Night

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Amie Lou Shaw

Sofia Gillani

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Days of closure

Chimney and I K 8OY

Elephants With Shotguns

Zakk Paules

Mart Ward Talks

Frontline

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

Lamelle Shaw

Ricco Sakona

Swan Samba

Reverb (Hampshire)

Nick JT

Funky Business

dj junk

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Footless Kicks

Sonne

Anita Foxall Poetry

Belle Saint

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

Deepest Sense

Lula Gold

Gimme a Break DJs

Lee Huxtable

Dara Blaxx

Stephanio

Tesoro Duo

Miriam

Dean Antony

New Tide

Ben Highness

Craig Chalmers

gaz909

James & Phil

Haeze - Andrew Cummings Tribute

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Matt Sanger

Palookaville

Jay Munday

Guillotine Union Boys

The Bex quartet

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

The Elderlys

The Dandelion Chain

Lost Post

Jackson Davies

The Shantywomen

Cella

Changing Melody

Amelia Simpson

Red Light Spies

Nick Haynes

Autorora

Millie Woodrow

Reverence Crew

Royston Black

Vinyl Phillips

Rachel Jeffcoat

Steam Machine

Marsupial

Loose Change

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

Punkhub

Steam Town Shanty Crew

FancyWall

The Can Can Club.

Exhilaro

DJ / Open Mic

The Slowdown

Sea Ranch

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

SOS PRESENTS

Groove Bakers

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

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

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

“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?... a get together of all genres of music dedicated to highlighting raw talent. ”

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

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

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

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

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

“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!”

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

“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.”

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

“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. ”

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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 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 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.”

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

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

“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.”

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

“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. ”

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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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