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The 14th Annual Montauk Music Festival
Presented by the Montauk Sun
May 15-18, 2025
Opening Party on Thursday May 15th 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 17th and 18th
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

The Holiday Ramblers
The Holiday Ramblers
The Holiday Ramblers are making music to blast in your car with the windows down, or fall in love to on a cool autumn night. With the occasional headphone trip, or halftime anthem, they are channeling emotional polarities for your listening pleasure. Let it take you where you want to go...

Original Gossip band
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."

IRIEspect
IRIEspect
We are IRIEspect of Dubshot Records, a 6+piece reggae/dub/jam/hip hop outfit from Long Island NY. With a very infectious & energetic live show, they showcase a versatile, dynamic & innovative sound fusing elements of roots/rock/reggae, sprinkling in live dub, Latin, hip hop, dancehall & more. Be sure to check out their music video for the hit single "Strong Island"! Their eagerly awaited self-titled full-length LP on Dubshot Records (2024), featuring special guest artists & producers, is Available Everywhere on Apple, Spotify & All major streaming platforms! To Stream the new LP & All Things IRIE - Shows, Music, Merch, Live Videos, Social Media Links & more visit- https://linktr.ee/IRIEspect

Amanda Ayala
Amanda Ayala
Amanda Ayala is NY based artist known for her raw, powerhouse vocals and a style that blends rock, blues, and pop with a modern twist. Her authentic sound and honest lyrics draw from her personal journey, connecting with listeners on a deep level. Amanda first gained national attention as a contestant on NBC’s “The Voice”, where her performances left a lasting impression. She also made a mark as a quarterfinalist on Amazon Prime’s “Who Will Rock You?”showcasing her versatility and stage presence. With her dynamic talent and fearless approach to music, Amanda is steadily carving out her place in the industry as an exciting artist to watch.

Nora Conlon
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.

Melody Rose
Melody Rose
"Melody Rose attributes her unique vocal and songwriting style to her various musical upbringings. The daughter of a singer and a music industry executive, she spent her childhood in the studio, or backstage at Madison Square Garden, observing the inner workings of the world of Rock & Roll. Her operatic training and vocal jazz training surpass a decade. Upon receiving her M.A. in music composition, Melody continued to work on her craft as a singer-songwriter, and subsequently released her debut, self-titled album in 2015. Melody’s live performances have taken her to Europe and to various music conferences and festivals along the east coast. She is currently performing as a member of the Manhattan Band for Norwegian Cruise Lines. Music Magazine UK raves, “Soul is definitely one thing that Melody has no shortage of, and you’ll be sure to listen again and again to gain an insight in to this young up-and-coming artist.” Stay tuned as Melody Rose plans the release of her sophomore album, ‘Inside the Skies.’ "

Firetog & Co.
Firetog & Co.
Firetog & Co. is a modern rock band combining singer-songwriter storytelling, jam band energy, and jazz-inspired instrumentation. Led by Phil Firetog, the group delivers dynamic performances with intricate rhythms and heartfelt lyricism. They’ve played festivals like Montauk Music Festival and Great South Bay Music Festival, captivating audiences with their rich, evolving sound.