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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

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.

Points East

"Points East is a family band from the North Fork of Long Island performing original music and unique arrangements of cover tunes with an acoustic alternative folk country flavor. Having grown up in a family of musicians, Brian and Heather with their father Keith played for years with family and friends at countless get togethers and functions. Taking that experience and energy to the public they continue to engage and extend their ever-expanding family of friends and fans. Their original songs reflect deep personal experience, the emotions of which are communicated through warm, satisfying harmonies and clean, unadorned arrangements"

Brandon Gurba

Brandon Gurba is an eclectic singer-songwriter that bridges the gap between Indie Rock, Pop, and Folk. Growing up on the north shore of Long Island, Gurba started singing in choirs when he was 9 years old. Throughout his teenage years he sang and wrote in rock bands, performing throughout New York. A self taught musician, he was accepted into the Conservatory of Music at SUNY Purchase. Since graduating, Gurba has been releasing music independently, steadily maturing with each release.

Saving Escape

Saving Escape blends vintage rhythm with a voice of grit and soul that will punch you in the face. From humble beginnings as a blues rock band, Saving Escape has managed to create a melting pot of their favorite genres to create a sound entirely unique yet timeless.

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

The Blues Buddha and Scott Staton

Tom Dudley, aka The Blues Buddha and Scott Staton have been performing together since 2009. Tom is a singer, songwriter and producer (2 CD's, 50 singles and 18 videos since 2010) and was inducted into the NY Blues Hall of Fame in 2015. Scott Staton, a multi-media artist and producer has been in the New York music, art and animation scene since the 1970's. He has played keyboards with Blues artists such as Danny Kalb and Charlie Musselwhite and performed at international Boogie Woogie festivals. In 2007 Scott started the indie record label, www.stoopiddaddyrecords.com.

Platinum Moon

Platinum Moon is a New York based rock band whose raw mixture of classic and pop rock and thrilling live performances have captured the attention of audiences across the country. The band has headlined shows across the East Coast and has shared the stage with numerous established artists including Train and X Ambassadors. Platinum Moon has amassed over 1 million streams of their original music and has released two albums of original music - Wild Minds and Under the Riptide - as well as their latest single "Lockdown NRG".

Virtual MMF 2020 week 2 part 2

Frankel Sisters 2019

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

Opening Party – Purchase Tickets