InterContinental Music Awards Announces 2025 Finalists

Los Angeles, California — July 1, 2025 — The InterContinental Music Awards (ICMA) is proud to announce the finalists for its 2025 competition, recognizing outstanding artists from around the world whose work exemplifies artistic excellence, cultural relevance, and global connection.

This year’s finalists span a wide variety of genres and backgrounds, continuing ICMA’s mission to break down musical boundaries and celebrate the diversity of global sound. 

Founded in Los Angeles in 2011, the InterContinental Music Awards honors artists from every continent and promotes unity and peace through music. The organization has been recognized by the City of Los Angeles, the California State Assembly, and the California State Senate for its cultural contributions and commitment to inclusion in the arts.

“We’re honored to recognize such a wide-reaching and inspiring group of artists this year,” said Shahed Mohseni Zonoozi, founder and executive director of ICMA. “This competition has always been about more than awards — it’s about creating a global community through music.”

The official 2025 ICMA Online Awards Ceremony will take place on August 24, 2025, where this year's winners will be announced and celebrated. The event will be held in a virtual format, ensuring maximum accessibility and global participation — a hallmark of the InterContinental Music Awards. Notably, the ICMA's online ceremonies have been recognized by the prestigious Telly Awards, which honor excellence in television, film, and digital video, for outstanding Craft in livestream production. This recognition reflects the Awards' commitment to delivering a high-quality, engaging experience for artists and audiences worldwide.

As the finalists prepare for the upcoming ceremony, ICMA remains committed to its mission of building bridges through music and providing artists with global recognition and opportunities. The organization invites music lovers, industry professionals, and supporters worldwide to join the August 24th celebration and be part of this unique international showcase of talent and cultural unity.

The full list of 2025 finalists is now available at:
https://www.intercontinentalmusicawards.com/finalists-announcement/ 

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