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The 14th Annual Montauk Music Festival

Presented by the Montauk Sun

May 15-18, 2025

Opening Party on Thursday May 15^th at the Westlake Fish House

Enjoy an evening of music, appetizers, cocktails, and dancing. Twenty of the Festival Bands will do a sneak preview of their weekend shows- on three stages: inside and out under the tent.

Tickets- $60- includes appetizers and free sponsor drinks along with over four hours of live music.

Over 400 performances beginning Friday afternoon and running through Sunday evening- there will be shows throughout Montauk showcasing 100 acts at about 40 satellite venues.

On Saturday and Sunday- May 17^th and 18^th

The MAIN STAGES will once again be on the Green in the center of town.

Bring a Beach Chair and/or Blanket- friends and family-and be ready for 2-days of entertainment. No coolers or outside alcohol. Beer/Wine/Soda, and fun at the sponsor tent available during the event.

There will be an admission/donation fee [$20 for 2-day pass], and children under 5 are free- this will allow you entrance for both Saturday and Sunday’s shows 11am- to 5 or 6pm. {Cash or VENMO only}

A percentage of the proceeds will benefit

Lucia’s Angels & East End Coalition for Women’s Cancers

The Montuak Music Festival APP– or Montauk Music Fesival APP for Android with up-to-date schedules, artists, and venue information will be available in May.

2024 promo video- song

2022 promo video- song by Drop the 4

May 2023 Performers

Saturday Saints

"KKegbelly is the evolution of Brooklyn meets Long Island with fresh writing, sensibilities to rhythm and melodic jamming. Steve Calto is the man behind the curtain with his throaty bluesy vocals and writes with a longing for connection that resonates within. Kegbelly was born in 2000 in Manhattan’s famed Music Building on 8th Ave when coworkers Gerald Curreri (drums) and Joseph Torres (bass) invited long time friend Steven Caltabiano (guitar) to jam in their company sponsored studio, if nothing else, “to blow off steam”, but things just clicked. Months of casual sessions a few nights a week led to an accumulation of original music and self-styled covers that deserved to be heard. What started as a power trio with a many sides has evolved into contemporary indie sound when hand percussionist Leigh Lanzet joined the band. In 2010 they finally stepped into the studio to record some of the songs they feared would be lost forever if they didn’t, and recorded their first full length CD. After suffering the city’s original music mill for a few years, and with the passing of Leigh to pancreatic cancer the band moved rehearsals to Long Island to regroup. In 2012 Berklee trained bass player Barry Reiter joined bringing an artistic edge and discipline and a new version of the band was formed. In 2015 Barry was also diagnosed with pancreatic cancer so the band rushed into the studio to record their new batch of songs. They released “K2”, their second full length CD in 2016. The band remained a full sounding three piece until they added lead guitarist Stevie Luke in 2018. Luke had been developing his own band in Brooklyn, TortoiseSoul, playing lead guitar and vocals. Coincidentally, Kegbelly and Luke’s former band had gigged together in the 2000s and shared a practice room at the Music Building. Then in 2018 Luke started playing together as Kegbelly in preparation for the 2018 Montauk Music Festival. This new lineup gelled and the band had a great show playing to a packed house and leaving the audience with goose bumps. Feeling the wind at their backs, the band returned to the recording studio to get down some new tunes. However, tragedy struck again when Barry’s cancer returned. Once again with a new batch of great original music, the band went into the studio to record the soon to be released “Till we meet again: The Purple Album”, (Q2 2019) a tribute to Leigh and Barry, who did not survive long enough to witness the completion. As the band turns the next page, they‘re touring with new songs, old songs and unique versions of other artists songs. Each of the band’s albums are unique and a reflection of the style diversity and song writing growth of Steven Caltabiano. Marlon Portela joined the band in 2021, and has brought new energy and funk to the bands attitude. We are about to record a new album with new music written by both Steve's. Nashville bound for a new recording experience. Our first MMF was 2013, and every year we look forward to a great weekend, and hope you enjoy our music."

KarmaRé

KarmaRé is the stage persona of Long Island native, Rachel Karmel, a classical/ jazz/ musical theatre vocalist with a passion for writing pop music. KarmaRé’s genre is fluid, and her style is influenced by the subject matter. Currently, she has 2 EPs available for streaming, Not Fazed(2017), and Mood Ring(2019). She believes that music is a personal experience, and with her degree in music education, she enjoys teaching private lessons in addition to performing. Check out @Karmaremusic on Instagram or Karmaremusic.com to listen!

IRIEspect

We are IRIEspect of Dubshot Records, a 7piece reggae/dub/jam/hip hop outfit from Long Island NY. With a very infectious & energetic live show, they showcase a versatile, dynamic, innovative & genre-bending sound fusing elements of roots/rock/reggae with live dub, Latin, hip hop, dancehall & more.

Toby Gibson Band

Singer/Songwriter Toby Gibson hails from Sneedville, Tennessee. He grew up playing bluegrass, country and soul with his grandfather and local musicians. His songwriting is also influenced by his life in Appalachia. He's released several singles and the album "Dirt Road" in 2020. His new album will be released in Spring, 2023. He is also the lead singer/guitarist and principal songwriter of the Toby Gibson Band. The Toby Gibson Band blends Americana, folk, blues and jam for a sound all their own. The band has drawn comparisons to John Mellencamp, Bob Seger and Tom Petty, and their live show is diverse and engaging. Toby is a staple in the East Tennessee music scene and will Tour the country in 2023

The Big Happy

The Big Happy emerges from Long Island, NY, known for their high energy performance- the head bangin’, guitar skankin’, rhyme bustin’, 5 piece powerhouse blends sounds of Reggae, Hip Hop and Rock and roll, mixing up the perfect recipe for a good time.

Fat Nicky and the Snacks

Fat Nicky and the Snacks are a band that consists of four friends that came together to play fun covers in their own unique style. From reggae to rock to dance to hip hop they cover all bases. They stand out from the cover band scene with their unique take on songs and innovative mashups. F.N.A.T.S are becoming more and more seasoned in the Montauk Music Festival world, this will be their third consecutive year in the festival and they are extremely honored to be part of it!

nxtime

nxtime was founded in 2019 by Ray Rubio (singer/songwriter/producer), Nate Christensen (guitarist/producer), and Imhotep Williams (drummer) and Liam Cashin (bass)The goal - deliver upbeat, danceable rhythms and modern yet nostalgic melodies. Sprinkle in some classic R&B and a little 80’s pop synth-soaked tones and nxtime found their sound

Red Matter

Genre blending, jamband juggernaut Red Matter delivers dynamic, sophisticated songwriting with danceable rhythms - full of rollicking extended jams, musical improvisation, visual stimulation, and all-out aural excitement.

Virtual MMF 2020 week 2 part 2

Frankel Sisters 2019

https://www.dropbox.com/s/jpofrfeuyflwip9/Montauk%20Music%20Festival%20-06272019.mp4?dl=0

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