Get ready for an afternoon with Steven Picken & the Real Raj. Enjoy the pair's mesmerising performance with Raj's guitar, harmonica, tambourine, mandolin, kazoo, and ukulele. Steve's solo finger-style guitar blends classical, Spanish, and blues influences.

Jon is an exceptional solo acoustic / slide guitarist and singer as well as lead guitarist in his own band. His style ranges from delta slide on his dobro and Atlanta slide on twelve string guitar, through to folk, country, gospel and contemporary blues picked on six string flat tops. With influences such as Muddy Waters, Howlin Wolf, Tampa Red, Big Bill Broonzy Skip James and Ray Charles we are promised a great night of live music.

Join us for a blues-fueled evening with Hugh Budden & The Blue Chords! Experience an electrifying mix of swing, jump, jive, rock, funk, and soul!

Folk Rock Bank Holiday Monday! Plaitford Common are a Southampton based acoustic band playing songs and instrumentals, including English and Irish folk, Americana and Blues.

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

🌟 Thursday Night 🌟

Live blues & reggae with the Sam Weeks Duo! 🎸

Blues. Rhythm and Blues. R&B. It just doesn't get any better than this. Jamie Thyer and the Worried Men return to the Platform this summer!

Enjoy a late afternoon of jazz and swing with Savoy Affair! Sunday Roasts served from 12:30pm - 7:30pm!

Join us for an evening of toe-tapping bluegrass and alt-country with one of Hampshire’s finest five-piece cover bands. Blending classic favourites with unexpected gems, this alternative country and bluegrass group brings an eclectic set delivered in their own unmistakable style—guaranteed to get you moving (in a country kind of way, if that’s your thing)!

The Postmen formed in Tom’s Famous Basement one Friday evening, having just watched Tati’s Jour de Fete, & decided then & there to mix Woody Guthrie with The Pixies, Half man Half Biscuit with Arthur Askey, & favela inspired Sambas with council estate choruses. First class, top tunes, delivered straight from The Postmen’s venacular sorting office… la lute continue…

Join us for an afternoon of atmospheric folk and roots music with Alex, a multi-instrumentalist whose mastery of finger-style guitar, lap-steel, and bouzouki creates rich, immersive soundscapes. Blending heartfelt storytelling with deep respect for nature and ancestry, Alex's songs feel like timeless journeys—each one shaped by his global travels and lived experiences.

The man Jerry Lee Lewis once likened to “that Cash kid, but good” has enjoyed a long and varied career. Jack Grace is that man: a singer, songwriter, and guitarist who’s been touring and recording for over 25 years. His duet with Norah Jones, “Bad Wind Blowing” was a standout tune on his last recording, Everything I Say Is A Lie, produced by Joan Jett and Steve Earle’s former guitarist Eric Ambel. He’s performed with a diverse collection of artists, like the aforementioned Lewis as well as Doc Watson, Fishbone, Junior Brown, The Meters and has even shared the bill with Merle Haggard.

British Blues at its best! Blues band featuring Steve Roux (guitar/vocals), Ray Drury (keyboards), Steve Browning (bass) and Bernie Fox (drums).

The Ben Gunn Duo is a father-son blues band that blends gritty guitar, soulful harmonica & washboard.

Join us every first Wednesday of the month for our entertaining pub quiz! Test your knowledge and win exciting prizes! 18+ only. The quiz is £2 per person.

Mo Thomas and Graham Bushell are masters of finger picking guitar, mandolin and slide guitar on Mo's original 1931 steel National. They play a unique brand of blues roots music, plus Mo's own songs, which are in the story telling tradition.

Well known figures on the Southampton music scene for several decades, they have played festivals in the UK, and Mo also guested at the Robert Johnson Festival, Mississippi, USA.  They have also provided support for major musicians appearing locally.  

The Bob Rats return to the Platform Tavern with their high-energy ska punk sounds! Featuring Frankie Duarte, Timothy Beckett, Jacob Smallwood and Christian Astridge.

Constantly touring and multi-awards-nominated, Mark Harrison has a reputation for being unlike anyone else out there. Mark writes songs about things most people live and think about but don’t hear songs about, and songs that tell stories they haven’t heard before. Proper songs, with catchy melodies and memorable lyrics that you can hear.

With his outstanding tunes, wry observations, striking rhythms and stunning guitar playing, he is widely considered one of the most original and interesting artists around. His highly individual music takes him and his brilliant band to top venues and festivals, attracting acclaim and rave reviews wherever they go.

Stompin Dave returns to the Platform Tavern! Dave is a former member of former UK Blues Band of the Year The Producers. Dave has consistently given over one hundred performances per year across the UK and beyond, including many major festivals such as Glastonbury, Camp Bestival, and Bestival. “Let’s face it, in adding the quality of his original material the man is a downright genius” Blues In Britain.

Get ready for an original blues, funk and rock night with the Jon Amor Trio!

Join us on Easter Monday for a family-friendly Easter Egg Hunt! And live music with the Hedgehog Jam! Free entry! Our kitchen will be open from 12pm - 8pm

Hot Boppin, Groovin’ 4 piece group playing Rockin, Roots Music with a Guitar, Double Bass & Stand Up Drums. Influences include Rhythm & Blues, Jump & Jive, Ska, Doo-Wop with a lucky energy!

Join Chris Lappage (formerly of Cloak and Dagger) and his band for a powerful tribute to legendary bluesman Rory Gallagher! Expect electrifying guitars, blistering bass, and powerful drums—all topped off with exceptional vocals—as they take you on a journey through Gallagher’s greatest hits. A must-see for rock and blues fans!

Doc Martin & The Mayhem bring an electrifying mix of funky blues, soul, rock, and country.

A Rocking Blues band, The Sam Paine Band is renowned for their unique style, fusing the influences of Texas and Chicago Blues with the best British Blues/Rock. With their extensive repertoire, SPB also demonstrates their creativity with striking interpretations of Blues standards and breathing new life into some forgotten classics. Come check out a band with some of the finest Blues Musicians in the South. Featuring an all-star lineup: Sam Paine (guitar/vocal), Ray Drury (organ/piano), Emil Engstrom (bass) and Robin Lowrey (drums).

Incendiary guitar playing, bluesy vocals and funky grooves characterise the music of Andy Grant Band. Think classic rock era rock 3 piece with 21st century edge- add a dash of slide guitar and you’re getting close to this rootsy blend of blues, soul and rock.

60s/70s Rock & Blues Band covering classics from legends like Jimi Hendrix, Gary Moore, Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, David Gilmour, Muddy Waters, Pink Floyd, and Cream!

Enjoy an early 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!

Danish musician Kent Nielsen brings his distinctive ukulele playing and songwriting to the UK as part of his tour. Usually based in Germany, this is a rare opportunity to see him perform. He will be joined by Damian Clarke, a highly skilled hammered dulcimer and hurdy-gurdy player, known for his performances of both original and traditional folk songs.

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