Former figureheads of the British bassline scene were proud to make their Manchester Pride debut.
Platnum - Aaron Evers and Michelle McKenna - had the crowd rocking as they took to the stage.
It was the first time that the duo have ever performed at Pride.
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Both said it was an 'honour' to perform in their home city and at such an iconic event.
Michelle's close friend, Hollyoaks actress Chelsee Healey, was there to show her support as the pair performed on the new MancUnity Stage.
Platnum were the headline Act for the Swagga Mcr Pride Takeover on the MancUnity stage.
Swagga, an Urban LGBTQ+ Club Night, showcased the best of Manchester's R&B and bashment DJs with the takeover.
Platnum had a huge hit with the dance smash What’s It Gonna Be in 2008.
Their first single with bassline and garage act H Two O reached number two in the UK.
This was followed by another dance hit with Love Shy (Thinking About You).
At Pride Michelle, who strutted the stage in a cropped top with 'Bag Girl' slogan, and Aaron also showcased their new single Two Can Play That Game.
Afterwards they held a small private party for close friends and family at 202 Kitchen in Spinningfields.
Platnum have previously worked with fellow garage artist Craig David's Manchester-based producer White N3rd.
They went in the studio with 7 Days and Fill Me In singer Craig in 2015 following their It’s About Time Tour.
In 2009 Platnum supported I Need You hitmakers N-Dubz on tour and they worked with Black Eyed Peas producer Poet after handing over a demo of their music and playing it to him in a car.
The Manchester Pride Festival is in its third day today.
Yesterday saw thousands pack into the Gay Village to party the night away, and thousands more headed to First Street for the MCR Pride Live concert series.
The festival will run through to the end of bank holiday Monday, culminating with the candlelit vigil.
Today's headliners on the main stage include Zara Larsson, Ella Henderson, Gabrielle and Sophie Ellis-Bextor.
