Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

The Postmen

Accrington Stanley

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Ian Kimber

Elemci

He Fired First

Lucy RS Must c

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Fiesta FM

The Picton Readers Club

Bella Cameron

Ignitez

Alfie Ingram

Michael Devaux

Cosmic Sisters

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Suncliffe

Room 18

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Riverside Blues Band

Emerson

The Surge

Saxofony

Bad Alchemy

Southampton Grad Band

Bragging Rights

Cat Elliott

Voice FM

ItsPetre

PB Squared

Southampton's Music History

71chain

Hampshire Guitar Club

Steve Weston

Sugar Bang

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

Kase the Myth

Laura Klima

DJ_MAJOR

RELLiX

Milkin' It

Love Is Enough

Diffy Dames

Echo Mask

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Roxy's Revenge

The Phantom Majors

Godless Suns

Ben Flournoy

H.AZ

Batala Portsmouth

Slap the Willow

Xènia Páez

The Restless Coast

3's a Crowd

Shiversa

Haeze

SO Sound Choir

The Howlin' Blackouts

Mai

Kindred Found

Jim Pearson

Canis Arboris

Totton Ukulele Band

The Sound Crew

Ajay Sahota

Helicopter Pirates

Charmtype

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Jack Walker

Jess Breame

Days of Speed

The Dark Poet

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

Hail

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

DJ JAMES B

The Ben Poore Project

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

MoniQ

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

Jonathan Klein

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Jon Yale

Romsey Shanty Crew

Way Down South

Flipside

Ukofonics

High Mileage

Theresa Lola

Wire -JD

Broken Links

KSJM

Freestone

this occasional society

Nia Nicholls

According to Brian

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Dj Sarah Nash

Mahoosive

Rosie Hollins

Hydeout

The Wildcards

Nàila

Vermin

SKAM

Freya Golding

Alexander Bithell

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Jonny Sansom

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

RUBY

Halliwell

Brian Hooper

Spindrift

Watching the Buzzards

Velickaite Sisters

Zen Juddhism

Citizen Perez

NoteWorthy

Mosaic

Carl Zed

Eat Your Greens

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

The Monday Grooves

Andrew Buchanan

Harry Ryan

The Slack 5

Eva Nicole

The Zone

Dompap

Lucy Smith

Lounge Room Lizards

The Outsiders

Puddleglum

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Hanna Gibbons

Mike and the Mojitos

Tony Arthur

The Salamanders

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Greenish

Under The Attic

JJCornick

The Pop Tarts

Greeny & the Voyagers

Mad Simple

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Bisola

Maerefolk

Scarlett

You

Club Bad

The Red Stars

Adam Kammerling

NJT

My Black Poison

Ryan Watts

Rhythms of Resistance

October Some When

Roger Chantler

Angel Jones

Karl V

desperateBeauty

Mr. Buoyant

FREESPIRITS

NIKHITA

Madison Square

Giles Halski

Mariano Korman

Angling For Farthings

JACKPUDDING

Mike Lemin Band

The Bob Squad

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

5 Degrees North

The Duskers

Sculpt

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

Arji Manuelpillai

Olivia Marsha

Jax Leonard

Ribble

Purple Grace

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

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McGriff

Ocean Harmony

RODI

Vacant Shores

Arzenic

Elie Pembrey

Moakz

Oscar Meades

Lachlan Horne

Silvermon

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Dawn of Dystopia

Ronk Torp

The Alternates

Eternal Gloom

Andy White Poetry

D'vonti

Troy Ellis & his Hail Jamaica Band

Space Ace Robot

The Halliwells

OCB & Adam Turner

Ibz & Da Goats

Pianoman Justie

Roger James Shephard

G-MAN 777

CJOHNSON

Jim Bryant

Jeannie

Adventure State

Mick Gough

Amie Lou Shaw

Industry Plant

Big man with Small guitar

Waldo Salt

Kieran Snell

Q Shaq

Munro

Echo Union

Stuart Evans

9 Lives

Laurie Bolger

James K. Barker

Arboresque

GABRIELA

CHIMAN 101

Vexmantra

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Geoff Williams

Sofia Gillani

Sebastian Horton

Oddball Savage

OC Thomas

Rosie jay

Fragile Lucy

Dusky Moon

RENEGADE ROSE

Kinesis 4

Woodfalls band

Lyla Skyrim

Ekoweko

Westingway

Xionic

St Andrews Pipe Band

Bob & the Bobettes

Beardos and Weirdos

Hük

Jaquie Daniels

Will Walton

Gaz Parker

Voodoo Rays

Dan James

Margarita Sleepover

Bamboo and Bow

Betterphor

Uke Box Glory

City of Southampton Orchestra

Psychedelic Skies

Naty Giachino

The Slow Cooked Bears

Sean Bertram

Lottie Marie

The Long Shorts

Continental Liaison

Aoife Scully

Malcolm Carlo

Innovator

Igloo Hearts

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

GaYeon Lee

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Hedgehogs

Amy Fox

EVXN

Gig Night

DJ Drive

Zombie’ites

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Achoiring Voices

WooHabs

The Plummers

Benana Student Showcase

Kalopsia

Far Solar

Earth Propellor

The Daytonas

Ollie Owen Jones

Groove Bakers

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Jackson Davies

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

Reverb (Hampshire)

Sonne

New Tide

Dean Antony

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

Royston Black

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

The Can Can Club.

Loose Change

The Dandelion Chain

Southbound

Steam Machine

The Soulcatchers

Chimney and I K 8OY

gaz909

The Slowdown

Matt Sanger

Belle Saint

Frontline

Zakk Paules

Tesoro Duo

Changing Melody

SJ Ventįl

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

FancyWall

Miriam

Cella

Shaun Shears & The Locals

Lula Gold

Cocoa

Jay Munday

Dara Blaxx

The Elderlys

Rachel Jeffcoat

Marsupial

Chaos from Order

Amelia Simpson

Lost Post

Lamelle Shaw

Red Light Spies

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Punkhub

Palookaville

Anita Foxall Poetry

Craig Chalmers

James & Phil

Ricco Sakona

AfroDeX

Exhilaro

Guillotine Union Boys

Footless Kicks

Jubilee

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Nick Haynes

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Days of closure

TBC

Felis Leo

Mike Jessop & his band

One foot in the rave

Lee Huxtable

Stephanio

Swan Samba

Millie Woodrow

Paul Levi

dj junk

Gimme a Break DJs

Elephants With Shotguns

Nick JT

Mart Ward Talks

DJ / Open Mic

Deepest Sense

Funky Business

The Bex quartet

Danny Godley

Sea Ranch

“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. ”

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

“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!!!”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

“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 audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

“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.”

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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