Southampton's live music scene pulses with energy, from the legendary intimate stages of The Joiners, which hosted early Oasis and Coldplay, to the grand O2 Guildhall. This city has a deep connection with music, evident in its role in pioneering the upbeat, piano-led "happy hardcore" sound and its century-long relationship with jazz, partly influenced by its port city history. Established acts like UK garage duo Artful Dodger and rock band Creeper have emerged from Southampton, alongside singers like Craig David and Foxes. Venues such as The Brook, The 1865, and Engine Rooms regularly host touring bands, while The Platform Tavern remains a crucial spot for blues, R&B, and related genres.

Upcoming concerts in Southampton
Mon 27 Jul · 20:00
Eric Johnson
From 39 GBP
Tragedy:All Metal Tribute To The Bee Gees & Beyond
Thu 30 Jul · 19:30
Tragedy:All Metal Tribute To The Bee Gees & Beyond
From 16 GBP
Thu 30 Jul · 20:00
Ekowe
From 5 GBP

Fri 31 Jul · 18:30
Wed 5 Aug · 19:30
From 33 GBP





