Music in the City Southampton

Our performers…

Flipside

The Dark Poet

Tired Less

Jack Walker

KSJM

Greenish

Jaquie Daniels

Mostly Harmless

Giles Halski

Kindred Found

Ocean Harmony

International Jet Set

Oddball Savage

Space Ace Robot

Jonathan Klein

High Mileage

Jim Bryant

Flossie James

Benana Student Showcase

Munro

Olivia Marsha

Bragging Rights

Jess Breame

Q Shaq

Arboresque

Southampton Ukulele Jam

Riverside Blues Band

Mike Lemin Band

Mr Moonbeam (Conrad Barr)

Maerefolk

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

The Postmen

You

Stereo Swan

Zombie’ites

Bisola

The Picton Readers Club

Club Bad

Geoff Williams

RUBY

The Zone

Innovator

The Surge

Under The Attic

Emerson

DJ Alex

Kalopsia

Southampton and Romsey Rock Choir

Strictly Sweetness (y worry cottage)

Punkhub

Harry Ryan

H.AZ

The Outsiders

City of Southampton Orchestra

The Sky at Night

James K. Barker

Lottie Marie

Vexmantra

Theresa Lola

Halliwell

WAPPADUSA Sound System

The Halliwells

Echo Mask

GaYeon Lee

FREESPIRITS

Simon Maggs & People Like Us

Stuart Evans

Freya Golding

Slap the Willow

desperateBeauty

Dirty Rotten Scoundrel

The Monday Grooves

Ribble

The Alternates

Vacant Shores

Laurie Bolger

Ekowe (Acoustic)

Beardos and Weirdos

Lucy Smith

Kase the Myth

Arzenic

Citizen Perez

Mike and the Mojitos

Eric Walker & Sarah Rose

Ronk Torp

Mosaic

Sean Bertram

SKAM

One foot in the rave

OCB & Adam Turner

160

Purple Grace

Achoiring Voices

Psychedelic Skies

Hail

Mick Gough

Wire -JD

The Cali Cartel from Hell

Steve Weston

Silent Disco with Club Bad DJ's

Eternal Gloom

Batala Portsmouth

Aoife Scully

Moakz

CJOHNSON

Angling For Farthings

Dusky Moon

CHIMAN 101

Kev Ellis and the Space Cadets

Address soundsystem

Saxofony

Big man with Small guitar

Spindrift

Roxy's Revenge

The Wildcards

Andy White Poetry

Gaz Parker

Paul Levi

The Soulcatchers

Chicago 9 Rhythm & Blues Band

Houdini’s Hand

Earth Propellor

The Pop Tarts

Elemci

Sugar Bang

DJ Drive

Brian Hooper

NoteWorthy

Zen Juddhism

New Forest Community Tango Orchestra

Cosmic Sisters

Amie Lou Shaw

Southside Rhythm & Blues Band

Fiesta FM

Freestone

Pacuk Band

Bamboo and Bow

Dawn of Dystopia

Southampton Salty Sea Dogs

James B / James F

NJT

Hobb Lane

ItsPetre

this occasional society

The Bob Squad

Bad Alchemy

Mad Simple

EVXN

Room 18

The Restless Coast

City of Southampton (Albion) Band

OC Thomas

Herleen Kaur Khalsa

Amy Fox

Laura Klima

Naty Giachino

Poetry from the Forward Prizes

Ollie Owen Jones

G-MAN 777

RELLiX

Lachlan Horne

Kinesis 4

Godless Suns

Voice FM

Mr. Buoyant

Southampton Grad Band

Ajay Sahota

9 Lives

Andrew Buchanan

The Slack 5

Watching the Buzzards

Hydeout

October Some When

The Slow Cooked Bears

Adam Kammerling

Westingway

The Sound Crew

Industry Plant

Suncliffe

Alexander Bithell

Elie Pembrey

Ian Kimber

Doc Martin & the Mayhem

Shiversa

Tony Arthur

MAKA FOUNDATION SOUND SYSTEM

Sebastian Horton

Lucy RS Must c

Michael Devaux

Arji Manuelpillai

Felis Leo

Carl Zed

McGriff

Hedgehogs

SO Sound Choir

DJ Stevie-C & Kayleigh Strachan Official

Reverence Sound

Malcolm Carlo

Halibut Jackson & The Fishy Faces

Kalopsia (duo)

Gig Night

Puddleglum

Creative Sparks: Poetry Workshop

Savoury Tooth Tiger

Riverside Concert Wind Band

Silvermon

Angel Jones

Dara Blaxx

Andy Tudor and the Usual Suspects

Diffy Dames

Romsey Shanty Crew

Roger James Shephard

The Ben Poore Project

The Red Stars

Adventure State

Dj Sarah Nash

5 Degrees North

D'vonti

WooHabs

Will Walton

Echo Union

Sculpt

Igloo Hearts

Scarlett

He Fired First

Nia Nicholls

The Hinton Cleeves Conspiracy

Accrington Stanley

Southampton & Isle of Wight Music Rising Stars

Far Solar

Kat Hutchings Yoga

Continental Liaison

PB Squared

Way Down South

Pianoman Justie

Helicopter Pirates

Mai

Canis Arboris

Hanna Gibbons

Betterphor

Roger Chantler

JJCornick

Jax Leonard

Bella Cameron

Mahoosive

JACKPUDDING

Love Is Enough

Xionic

Sam Solace

Good-will

The Howlin' Blackouts

Days of Speed

Southampton's Music History

Simon Maggs & People Like Us (Acoustic)

Xènia Páez

Ignitez

Jon Yale

MoniQ

Karl V

Velickaite Sisters

Dan James

DJ_MAJOR

Gods House Tower Poetry Group

Hampshire Guitar Club

Sofia Gillani

The Salamanders

Ukofonics

The Long Shorts

Ekoweko

Broken Links

Eva Nicole

Lyla Skyrim

3's a Crowd

Dan O'Farrell & The Difference Engine

Mountbatten Hampshire Community Choir

Ryan Watts

Eat Your Greens

The Duskers

Fragile Lucy

NIKHITA

Woodfalls band

Cat Elliott

Vinyl Phillips

Simply Sax - Kenny Garrick

Mariano Korman

Vermin

According to Brian

NX Panther

Charmtype

Totton Ukulele Band

Ken Wood and the Mixers

Waldo Salt

Crushcrushcrush

Nick Haynes

Belle Saint

Chimney and I K 8OY

Anita Foxall Poetry

Intoxication

FancyWall

Marsupial

Red Light Spies

Reverb (Hampshire)

Haeze - Andrew Cummings Tribute

Gimme a Break DJs

Royston Black

Michael, Stuart, Steve & Charlie

Funky Business

Jay Munday

Amelia Simpson

Palookaville

Groove Bakers

Jo Fisher/Verse in the Vault

Lee Huxtable

Elephants With Shotguns

MJs Whipround Extravaganza

Bitterne Park Primary and Nursery School

dj junk

The Slowdown

Loose Change

Lost Post

Millie Woodrow

Cella

Jake Tilley

Sonne

Slaughterhouse Clive

Lamelle Shaw

New Tide

Stephanio

Jimmy b and the death rattles

Frontline

Reverence Crew

The Elderlys

The Dandelion Chain

Solace

Ricco Sakona

Days of closure

Ben Highness

Mongoose (BaB Collective)

DJ / Open Mic

Guillotine Union Boys

Rachel Jeffcoat

Dean Antony

Shaun Shears & The Locals

James & Phil

Craig Chalmers

Exhilaro

The Shantywomen

Dreamseeker

Deepest Sense

Zakk Paules

Nick JT

Miriam

Serendipity

gaz909

Lula Gold

Ruth Johnson & Simon Grant

Autorora

Steam Town Shanty Crew

Changing Melody

Darren Vernall (Clapton Unplugged)

Amie Lou Shaw (Classical)

The Bex quartet

Jackson Davies

Steam Machine

Sea Ranch

Footless Kicks

Mart Ward Talks

Matt Sanger

Hannah in the Groove

Swan Samba

The Can Can Club.

SOS PRESENTS

“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 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!”

“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.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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!”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

“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. ”

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

“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.”

“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?... 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 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.”

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

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

“Loved the audiences - really good crowds everywhere.”

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

“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.”

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

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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