The numbers are locked. The culture has spoken.

The IEST Top 25 Artist Countdown of 2025 highlights the most impactful artists across the Inland Empire music scene.

This countdown is based on verified listener data, platform engagement, and cultural influence across Inland Empire Soundtrack platforms. It represents the voices, sounds, and movements that defined the year in IE music.

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⁣Merry Christmas from G.King, D.R.A.C. and IE

Happy Holidays from the Surf Club family.
Wishing you and your loved ones blessings, health, and abundance as we head into 2026.

Filmed at the 12th Annual TDE Christmas Charity Celebration at Nickerson Gardens, Watts, California

Director. Editor. Colorist www.instagram.com/filmcru

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⁣Noa James sits down with IEST to talk majestically about his 24-hour music-making session. ⁣He emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and how this authenticity fuels his artistry. His innovative approach not only captivates audiences but also sets a new standard in the industry. Don't miss this exclusive conversation that delves into the heart of Noa James' musical journey, offering a glimpse into his extraordinary talent and vision for the future.

Shot by: Kush Filmz ⁣https://www.instagram.com/kush52_/

They tried to silence the King… but now the whole world is watching.
After five years in the making, King Royal unleashes his most powerful body of work yet — Empire’s Most Wanted. This isn’t just an album. It’s a statement. A movement. A message from the heart of the Empire. This project is raw, unapologetic, and revolutionary. Every bar carries purpose. Every visual holds weight.
The trailer is just the beginning.
Welcome to the Inland Empire.
#EmpiresMostWanted

⁣We're beyond excited for this one. All the different styles, flavors, and energies hitting the stage, the future, the present, and the legends who helped pave the way, will all be in the building.

I just love to step back and absorb it all. This journey out here, 15+ years of building… every show, every event, every moment has been about growth and legacy.

September 9th is gonna be glorious.

If you want to sponsor or lock in a spot at our very limited merch booth, DM us ASAP. Let’s make magic happen. 🌟
#909Day #InlandEmpire #BeMajestic

⁣Ape Shimmy · J-Loco

Ape Shimmy

℗ 700 Family

Released on: 2023-09-08

Producer: Dange Beatz
Music Publisher: Copyright Control
Lyricist: Jason Ramirez
Lyricist: LIONEL BRADLEY
Composer: Dange Beatz