A monthly rhythm and blues session hosted by Michael Jessop and featuring some of Southampton’s finest musicians!

Natalie Fisk & James Carey playing originals & diverse covers warming up for their main stage debut at Wickham Festival

Join us for a high-energy night of blues, funk, and rock 'n' roll with MJ’s Whipround! Indulge in our kitchen’s fresh, homemade offerings, including Pie of The Day, fish & chips, our signature Platform Burger, salads, pizzas, and more! Arrive early for a delicious pre-show meal (our kitchen closes at 9pm on Saturdays)!

Cuckooland, are a classic rock band playing a mix of Blues, Rock, and Funk covers!

Live music from the incredibly talented Grizzly Rhys Morgan at 9pm. Get ready for his folk, blues, and foot-stomping tunes! Free entry!

Local Blues legend Pete Harris playing a set full of his vast knowledge of the Blues with special guest, Jon Vaughan. Sunday Roast and other dishes served until 7.30pm.

The Rooster Crows, a three-piece Blues/Rock band from the South Coast of England, deliver a perfect tribute to classic Blues and Rock artists, often adding their own original flair!

Join us with the multi musical talented Harry Skinner for a night of superb R & B

Get ready for a night of soulful, jazzy blues and funk vibes courtesy of some of Southampton's finest musicians! Hosted by the talented Mike Jessop! Live music starts at 8pm, free entry all night! 

Foot/Long are Rick Foot, double bass & vocal and Jo Long guitar and vocal. Expect songs about death, loss, despair, sex, death, and cups of tea! Sunday Roasts served from 12:30pm - 7:30pm.

All the way from Australia, Mal Webb and Kylie bring their unique talents to the Platform! Mal is a vocal adventurer and multi-instrumentalist, using his voice, guitar, mbira, slide trumpet, trombone, chromatic harmonica, and a loop pedal named Derek to create thought-provoking songs. Kylie, who has played with Orchestra Victoria and performed with Stevie Wonder and Barry White, adds her incredible violin and vocals to the mix.

The Platform Tavern proudly presents Platform Posse with their Rhythm & Blues rock 'n' roll rendition! Join us for a brilliant live blues night on the first Friday of every month!

The Gaslight Sessions is a monthly candle-lit acoustic showcase featuring three acts performing throughout the night. Held on the first Thursday of each month, it highlights the best independent musicians, both local and from afar. Upcoming guests: Jake Puntis, Lost Post and Archie Ray.

Get ready for a light afternoon of acoustic blues, soul, and rock 'n' roll from the duo Leonardo Giuliani and Joe Duncan! Our Sunday Roast Menu is available from 12:30pm - 7:30pm!

Hey folks, get your tables booked for this Sunday’s England vs. Slovakia game! We’ll be serving our special Sunday Menu, which includes Roasts, Burgers, Fish & Chips, and lots more!

Country Tones hail from the rock side of the South, playing classic songs of old Americana and Country!

The Platform Tavern Presents The Devil’s Damned String Band! The band are a bluegrass band from the South Coast of England. The boys offer a performance full of the energy and warmth of mountain bluegrass with a mixture of original, traditional and contemporary songs. A band that is sure to get hearts pumping and feet stomping.

Andy Graham and Steve Roberts return to the platform with a blend of acoustic blues, soul, and rock’ n’ roll!

Get ready to groove with Funkasaurous, a dynamic funk band led by Harry Skinner. Harry is a founding member of the UK award-winning blues band The Producers and performed a mixture of blues, rock and funk with Cuckooland. 

High-energy classic blues and rock covers, along with their original compositions! Tom Davies, guitarist/singer-songwriter from Hampshire, is the band leader of Tom Davies & The Bluebirds formed in 2019!

The Platform Tavern presents an afternoon of jazz and swing with Serene Groove Syndicate! Live music starts at 5pm and it’s FREE entry! Arrive early if you want to indulge in some homemade delights from our kitchen. Our kitchen is open from 12:30 - 19:30, serving delicious king-size Sunday Roasts!

Cloak & Dagger returns to the Platform! Local blues musicians Chris, Adam, and Mongo will pay tribute to the legendary Irish bluesman, Rory Gallagher! Local blues musicians Chris, Adam, and Mongo will pay tribute to the legendary Irish bluesman, Rory Gallagher!

A Country Blues artist hailing all the way from Austin, Texas. Returning to the Platform as part of his Summer UK Tour, Bob is an Emmy-winning songwriter who had the honour of opening for Johnny Cash on his final tour and sharing the stage with Willie Nelson! Don’t miss out! Sunday Roasts will be available from 12:30pm - 7:30pm.  

The Andy Grant Band! Incendiary guitar playing, bluesy vocals and funky grooves characterise the music of Andy Grant Band. Think classic rock-era power trio with a contemporary edge- add a dash of slide guitar, and you’re getting close to this rootsy blend of blues, soul and rock!

Saturday Night! Get ready to groove with the Leonardo Giuliani Band!

Leonardo is an independent musician, guitar player and singer-songwriter, here to rock your world with a fusion of Rock, Blues, Country, and Folk. In 2019, Leonardo shared the stage with the legendary Buddy Guy – a true guitar icon – at his iconic Legends club in Chicago!

Enjoy a late afternoon of foot-stomping rhythms and heartfelt tunes with Pete Harris & Bob Pearce! This dynamic blues, gospel, and rock and roll duo will captivate you with their soulful melodies and incredible musicianship. Plus, our kitchen will be open all day serving up king-size Sunday Roasts!

Get ready to rock out with The Alex Wilson Blues Band! Playing a mixture of traditional and funky blues- soulful music with a blues twist! Free entry.

The Platform Tavern Presents DAWG n BONEZ! A 4 piece up tempo Blues and R&B Band with a twist! Live music starts at 9pm. Free entry!

Monthly live Rhythm & Blues Session! Hosted by Michael Jessop. Free entry.