Elephant & Castle
The Home of TAM
Live music 7 days a week in an immersive backdrop of original art, vintage radiograms and rescued upright pianos. We have a top-quality bar serving a wide range of drinks and cocktails!
On This Week
MONDAY
Cooking up a hot gumbo of New Orleans R&B, Tim Penn brings the sounds of the American Deep South to TAM with his band The Second Line. Step back in time to the Jazz bars of New Orleans with Tim and his band.
Tim Penn is one of the most ‘in demand’ keyboard players in the roots, songwriter & blues scenes. Going back to the 1970s, he was a member of Twickenham legend Dorris Henderson’s Eclection and also the Kevin Coyne band alongside Andy Summers (The Police) and Gordon Smith (Described by John Peel as "The foremost white Blues guitarist in the world“)
TUESDAY
Don't miss out on the electrifying sound of Marcus Praestgaard Trio, as they bring a fresh and innovative fusion of rock, jazz, and blues to the stage. Featuring John Jones on Fender Bass and Jack Thomas on Drums, this power trio will also debut some of their original music that will keep you grooving all night long.
WEDNESDAY
Our weekly Latin Jam is back at TAM! The Latin Jam celebrates all styles of Latin American music. A house band formed of London's best Latin musicians transform the TAM into a hot Cuban club and welcomes all musicians and dancers to join them in la Fiesta!
THURSDAY
An evening with Dino Baptiste & Dan “Bam Bam” Watt at TAM Elephant & Castle, featuring the greatest hits of Rock & Roll Pianists from the 1950s and beyond.
Dino presents his archive of the best Rock & Roll hits performed by his idols Ray Charles, Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis, Fats Domino and more that were so iconic, influencing his own piano playing skills and the audiences that enjoyed this vibrant style of music through the decades. His own unique turn on the hits such as Great Balls of Fire, Blueberry Hill, Good Golly Miss Molly and Messaround captures every nuance and energy of that era culminating in a show that will have you dancing all night!
Dino is joined by Daniel “Bam Bam” Watt on drums!
FRIDAY
LIT FM!
Lit FM are an international disco, soul & jazz-hop fusion group and were founded in South London in 2014. With members originating from throughout the UK, Italy, Poland and the US, the band are fronted by the award-winning Polish vocalist Karolina Micor. Unified by chance encounters and a love of groove-laden music, they broadcast positive vibes that are encapsulated within a style that encompasses the history of jazz music; all the way from its American and Latin roots, through to funk, soul & disco, all culminating with hip-hop and jungle. When it comes to Lit FM, there's always a message to the music. They released the first album in 2018 "Souleil" and the new recent EP in 2022 "Tales from the Undergroove"
SATURDAY
Kick back and enjoy some tasteful blues at TAM's Weekly Blues Jam, every Saturday 16:00 - 19:00. All musicians are welcome to come and play, simply sign up at the door and jam away! You’ll experience some uplifting & high-energy Blues jammin’ from lifelong students of the musical world. What better way to celebrate the weekend and catch up with friends than by listening to Great British Blues music with good food and drinks!
Karaoke Night is back at TAM, this time hosted by Flo! Our karaoke/open mic events are packed with creativity, experimentation and passion. Pulling talent from all walks of life, TAM has created a safe environment in which growing talents are given a platform to build and thrive on.
Whenever you come to TAM, you become part of something far greater than just a night out. Every person is part of the growth journey of the artist and success is a group effort in the music industry. Supporting musicians in the early stages is what they need and what we provide. The world’s strongest talents have to start somewhere!
SUNDAY
Make sure to attend our flagship event - Singers Spot - every Sunday evening! Our weekly Singers Spot is designed to provide a unique opportunity for all types of singers to perform on stage, accompanied by an exceptional live band. Whether you've performed on stage before, or have only ever sung to yourself in the shower, this event is all about giving singers a chance to really shine on stage!
Recurring Events
Food and Drink
We are much much more than simply a place to watch brilliant live music, we have a wide and varied range of drinks and cocktails available at our bar including our famous piano drinks with taps built into old pianos!
TAM is proud to offer freshly produced food from a selection of over 20 cuisines from our street food partners in and around Mercato Metropolitano! From Korean to Sri Lankan, pizzas to fresh Italian pasta, you will be spoilt for choice!
Only drinks bought from the TAM Bar are allowed inside the venue. The proceeds go to supporting TAM operations and the artists and musicians that the TAM helps to grow.
How to find us
Inside Mercato Metropolitano
42 Newington Causeway,
SE1 6DR
Once inside the Mercato Metropolitano, head towards the 'secret garden', follow signs or ask staff for the 'TAM' to find the immersive backdrop of original art, vintage radiograms and rescued upright pianos.
Opening Times
Monday - Wednesday: 6pm to 11pm
Thursday: 6pm to 12am
Friday: 6pm to 1am
Saturday: 2pm to 1am
Sunday: 6pm to 10pm