Casemates Studios & Cafe

26/09/2025

This Sunday is one you really won’t want to miss. We’ve got the talented taking over the session followed by bringing the Sunday Funday vibes in Portsmouth. ☀️🎶
The weather’s looking gorgeous, and we’ve got both indoor and outdoor seating, a fully stocked bar, and the absolute best energy in town. 🔥
See you there. Bring your crew 👋

25/09/2025

Jess from led a brilliant autumn wreath workshop this week—creative, relaxed, and full of fresh ideas. 🍂🎨 Cheers to all who joined us!
More painting and crafting sessions are on the way, and bookings are already live. Bring a friend and grab a spot before they go.
We’re especially hyped for Portsmouth’s first Neon Paint n Sip with - a night of glowing color and chilled vibes that’s totally new to us. ✨🥂

24/09/2025

New Artist Spotlight 🔥 This past weekend we welcomed the awesome No Deal Disco into the studio with Jim & Sean at Casemates Recording.
It’s always inspiring to see musicians step out of their rooms, find their voice, and share their tracks—whether it’s at open mics or right here in our space.
Huge thanks to everyone who records with the Casemates team—you’re the magic behind the music! ✨🎛️

23/09/2025

Tomorrow eve here at Casemates! Come on down! 🎶

23/09/2025

☀️Sunny skies today over Portsmouth. The perfect excuse to step outside, stretch your legs, and wander through the woods - the fresh air does wonders for the mind. 🌳💛 Treat yourself afterward with a cosy Casemates coffee and a slice of homemade cake at the café… a little sunshine for the soul. 🌿☕🍰

21/09/2025

👀✨🔥 Our number-one trophy with Casemates Recording Studio engraved is finally here! Huge love to the Lottery Winners, who recorded their chart-topping tracks here at Casemates with our resident producer Tristan Ivemy.

From Nova Twins and The Heavy Heavy to Starsailor, it’s been a blessing to welcome larger, incredible artists through our doors this year. Here’s to music, magic & community! 💜🎤

20/09/2025

This is as good as it gets, folks - refused a photo on her last day, so we proudly present… her hand. 🤚 🤣Wishing her all the best as she jets off to Bali on her travels (and hopefully brings us back some sunshine).

P.S. While Georgia’s off sipping coconuts, we’re on the lookout for a new barista legend. ☕️ If that’s you, drop us a message!

20/09/2025

Last night 🙌
Decades UK absolutely lit up the stage—hit after hit, and not a single person stayed in their seat. 💃🕺
If you haven’t experienced Casemates yet, check out our gig guide 👉 www.casemates.co.uk – loads of amazing events coming up and something for everyone.

19/09/2025

☀️ Sunny weekend vibes at Casemates Café! ☀️
We’re open 9:30 AM–6 PM Saturday & Sunday with FREE live music on Sunday 🎶
✨Marley Blanford – fresh from the Victorious Festival main stage and our very own Jim Harding ✨
Grab hot & cold snacks + a fully stocked bar 🍹 – the perfect weekend hangout in Portsmouth.
Come soak up the sun with us!
🌊☕

18/09/2025

🎤 Big news from our rehearsal rooms!
We’re excited to announce the arrival of 8 brand new microphones to make your sessions sound even better.

Our newest addition is the sE Electronics V7 — a modern dynamic mic known for its crisp, detailed sound and excellent feedback rejection. With a supercardioid pickup pattern and rock-solid build, the V7 is perfect for bringing out clarity and power in vocals while standing up to the demands of live performance and rehearsal use.

For those who love the tried-and-true feel, don’t worry — the Shure SM58 is still available. It’s a timeless classic for a reason: warm, reliable, and instantly familiar to countless performers around the world.

Whether you want the fresh precision of the V7 or the classic character of the SM58, we’ve got you covered. Come put them to the test in your next rehearsal!

18/09/2025

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We're delighted to announce that Casemates Studios & Cafe will be an official partner for 🤝

Casemates Studios plays a vital role in supporting grassroots music by providing an accessible space where emerging artists can create, rehearse, and record. Dedicated to nurturing local talent, the studios help musicians build confidence, develop their sound, and connect with their communities.

As part of Icebreaker Festival, Casemates is proud to provide full backline for all stages, oversee production across the event, and act as a key link between artists and the festival’s technical crews, ensuring performances run smoothly and artists feel supported every step of the way.

To find out more, please visit - www.casemates.co.uk

18/09/2025

Putting new Remo heads on all our drum kits this week 🥁 Can’t wait to hear the difference!🔥