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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

Nora Conlon

Nora Conlon just finished her Junior year at the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music at NYU. Growing up in Springs, she has been playing solo gigs around the East end of Long Island for years now. At school Nora has been working on her craft as a songwriter and audio engineer and during her Fall semester abroad, she dropped her first single “Cut it Out” on all streaming platforms. Nora’s sound is inspired by artists, Mitski, Jeff Buckley, Hozier, and Madison Cunningham and she is excited to play some new songs at the Montauk Music Festival this year.

Hope Darling

Florida-based rockers Hope Darling have been captivating the alternative rock scene with their unique blend of passionate vocals, blissful melodies, and a richly immersive full-band sound that resonates with listeners. For over five years, they’ve been entrancing audiences with music that strikes a perfect balance between raw emotion and polished artistry.With every performance, Hope Darling pulls you into their world, crafting an experience that is both electrifying and deeply moving. Their sound is more than just a listening experience—it's a journey that leaves a lasting impression on the soul of every alt-rock fan.

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

Mellish

Mellish is an indie rock band celebrated for their emotive soundscapes and poignant storytelling. Emerging from LI/NYC, the band blends heartfelt lyrics with atmospheric melodies, creating a distinctive style that bridges introspection and raw energy. Known for their captivating live performances, Mellish has built a loyal following through their ability to connect deeply with audiences. Their most recent album, Until the Day, solidified their place in the local indie music scene as artists who craft music that lingers long after the last note. Mellish represents the essence of modern indie rock: authentic, evocative, and timeless.

The Montauk Project

"The Montauk Project is an original rock band hailing from the East End of Long Island, NY. Formed in the early 2010’s, the band continually blows minds one show at a time raining down guitar solos like a steady downpour from a raging storm. Compared to the black-blue-purple styles of Seattle grunge Filtered through 90’s alt and brought forward a couple decades, the band serves up an ice-cold shot of classic hard rock with a twist of psychedelia. The Montauk Project has shared the stage with such artists as The Growlers, Robby Krieger (The Doors), The Marshall Tucker Band, Paul Simon, Donavon Frankenreiter, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, Temples, White Denim, and Chad Smith (The Red Hot Chili Peppers). They have been a prominent fixture at the Montauk Music Festival for the last decade but have also graced the stage at showcases such as SXSW, CMJ, The Great South Bay Music Fest, KABOO, The Paramount, and Webster Hall. 2023 finds The Project in the studio with renowned engineer and producer Oliver Straus (Arctic Monkeys, Taking Back Sunday, King Princess) working on their “ETHOS” EP slated to drop in May. Go see them this summer before the inevitable arena gigs and TV appearances start lining up. "

Annalyse & Ryan

Annalyse & Ryan are a NY-based Americana duo. Their sound and songs take listeners on a soulful, rootsy journey, “resounding from the hollers with a haunting beauty” (Jeff Biggers, Huffington Post). The sweetness and severity in their music echos a cross between The Civil Wars and Tedeschi Trucks Band. Annalyse & Ryan’s strong harmonies melt together seamlessly, with an undeniable edge: a symbiotic clash reminiscent of their differing senses of place, yet their ironically parallel styles of seeing the world. Their music has been featured on CBS, BBC, and in multiple documentaries. The duo is touring this spring in support of their new EP Trilogy. The album features a phenomenal group of musicians brought together for this 3-song project.

Virginia Sweet

Virginia Sweet is a hard rock/jam band blending classic rock influences with '90s grit to create a unique, electrifying sound. Formed during the 2020 pandemic, the trio—Jason Dove, Jason Jump, and Ricky Parker—debuted with The Revival EP in 2021. Their collaboration with Grammy-winning producer Mikal Blue in 2022 and the release of Virginia Sweet, Vol. 1 in 2024 cemented their place in modern music. With powerful vocals, soaring guitar, and a dynamic rhythm section, Virginia Sweet captivates audiences worldwide, delivering passionate performances and proving themselves as a rising force in rock music.

BOMBZR

BOMBZR is a groovin' supergroup based in NYC influenced by Earth Wind and Fire and Michael Brecker. Their original songs feature catchy melodic hooks with a blend of funk and soul while incorporating jazz roots. Members have played with artists such as Roy Ayers, Valerie Simpson, Giovanni Hidalgo.

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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