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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

Remember September

The family that plays together - stays together, especially in Rock n' Roll. The Beach Boys, The Kinks, The Allmans, Black Crowes, Oasis... the list is a long one indeed. REMEMBER SEPTEMBER is the Brothers Schod from Trumbull, CT. Jay is the lead vocalist and main songwriter. Chris plays lead guitar and provides well-crafted harmonies. Eric carries the tasteful basslines that create the signature sound to their eclectic setlists. Over the past 19 years, the band has honed its "chops" and gained recognition across the East Coast for is Purebred American Rock style.

Karais James

Karais James is an Award winning songwriter from Long Island New York’ his style is hard to pin down but always entertaining a mix of Rock and Blues, with some country Tones

Leon and The Peoples

Leon & The Peoples, one of NYC's hottest bands has developed their signature Soul/Reggae sound while performing nationwide and building a loyal fan base for the last 10 years.

Jim Turner

In over twenty-five years as an acclaimed guitarist, harmonica player, and recording artist, Jim Turner has shared the stage with such greats as B.B. King and Buddy Guy, among many others. He performs both solo and with his band- The Jim Turner Band. He has also appeared in musicals both on and Off-Broadway.

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!

J K. Hodge

J.K. Hodge develops a distinctive and compelling sound that cuts across genres by fusing the delicacy and elegance of classical music with the modern appeal of crossover. His skillful blending of classical melodies with contemporary components is evidence of his avant-garde approach to music.

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.

Diane Gentile

Diane Gentile is a New York Singer Songwriter and Producer. Her last album, The Bad and the Beautiful, contributed to large increase in Spotify listeners, YouTube fans, and garnered her tours with ex-Replacements founder Tommy Stinson, and support slots with Alejandro Escovedo, with whom she released a critically acclaimed duet titled "Walk With Me". Her last foray was co-producing the benefit album Silver Patron Saints for artist Jesse Malin, who suffered a rare debilitating spinal stroke. The album contains covers of Jesse's songs from 26 artists, that also culminated in a 2 night sold out benefit show at NY's Beacon Theater, where she performed a duet with Jesse. Diane is currently recording new songs for a fourth full length.

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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