Montye isn’t chasing trends. He’s building a lane — and it’s headed straight through the heart of Montgomery, Alabama.
The Hayneville-born, Montgomery-raised, and now Houston-based artist has made a name for himself by blending personal storytelling with sharp production and emotional honesty. Known as “The Montgomery Rapper” and proud Gump-Town Representative, Montye’s music pulls you in with its truth — stories of loss, survival, faith, and the grind it takes to get out and stay out.
His upcoming single, “Just A Fr13nd,” marks the beginning of a new chapter leading into his highly anticipated tape “E Shirley Lane (ESL)”, dropping New Year’s Day. The project — a 10-track reflection of Montye’s growth — is a testament to resilience and self-discovery.
“This tape is personal,” Montye says. “Every track is a chapter from my life or the people around me. It’s not just music — it’s memories, pain, and progress turned into sound.”
Montye’s journey hasn’t been easy. Balancing college, multiple jobs, and the emotional weight of losing his grandfather — all while recovering from a serious car accident — would break most people. But for Montye, those challenges became the fuel behind his creativity.
As a self-taught audio engineer, he mastered the art of vocal production, mixing, and mastering with help from fellow artist 1nfinit3, transforming setbacks into skills. His attention to sound design and emotional layering gives his records a rare authenticity — every snare, every hook, every verse feels intentional.
Tracks like “Mondaze” prove that Montye isn’t afraid to confront reality head-on. Inspired by a true story about a close friend being shot on the way home from work, the song paints a vivid picture of Montgomery’s struggle with violence — and the hope that rises from it.
“I see art as responsibility,” Montye says. “It’s not just about telling my story — it’s about telling our story.”
Through shows across Atlanta and Alabama and a growing base of over 3,000 monthly listeners, Montye has carved out a loyal following who connect to his honesty and southern-rooted sound. But his ambitions stretch far beyond streaming numbers. He dreams of creating impact — through charity events, speeches, animation projects, and community outreach — using music as both message and movement.
What makes Montye special isn’t just his talent — it’s his purpose. Every bar, every beat, and every story reflects the duality of who he is: the country kid from Hayneville and the city man from Da Gump. Together, they form a voice that’s distinctly Alabama — proud, grounded, and impossible to ignore.
With “Just A Fr13nd” paving the way for “E Shirley Lane”, Montye is ready to step into his next era — one where southern storytelling meets raw truth.
“I’m not here to blend in,” he says. “I’m here to build something real — something that lasts.”
