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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– 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

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

O’hAnleigh

Cindy and Tom have been performing for 22 years as a duo and with their full band, O'hAnleigh. They've performed at pubs, fairs, festivals and private events all over New York and New England including a tour of the midlands in England. They perform classic Irish folk songs as well as their own songs and tunes on the legends of Ireland and the Irish American experience.

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.

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.

The Velvicks

The Velvicks, like all the best rock and roll stories of the early 21st century, can be traced back to abasement. With influences from Pink Floyd, Queens of The Stone Age, Foo Fighters, The Black Keys, and Radiohead, the band delivers heart-pounding rock that is at once familiar and distinctive. The sounds of the band members individual experiences combined with a shared passion for authentic rock and roll. “Songs are making sense; the band is delivering badass live performances and people are responding to it.” says Vick Nader -

Original Gossip band

"Original Gossip is an all original rock band made up of four seasoned musicians from Long Island, New York. Each member has more than 20 years of experience covering all aspects of music including song writing, performing, recording, sound engineering, and teaching. While Original Gossip was formed 4 years ago, the band has over 40 original songs in their repertoire. They found that an audience of all ages has gravitated towards their music through streaming sites, social media, and live performances in popular clubs on Long Island and in the heart of New York City. Original Gossip remains highly dedicated to creating new music. They look forward to bringing their music to the next level and beyond."

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!

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

Opening Party