Sofya Wang is a California-based indie/alternative pop artist. Being a first generation Chinese-American and apart of the LGBTQ+ community, @sofya_wang writes songs exploring her own interpersonal relationships, sensuality, and romanticism. With eclectic and ever expanding influences from top 40s pop, alternative R&B artists, indie electronica bands, hip hop, underground rave music, to even sultry crooning country ballads, Sofya effortlessly blends genres – just as she does with her own gender expression. Sofya's music truly represents the way she lives her life – with endless self exploration and fluidity.

Llesca  (@llescacristal) is an independent recording artist who has been active in the music industry since 2012. Beginning her career as a vocalist, she later expanded her artistic range by transitioning into rap between 2018 and 2019, a shift that has significantly shaped her distinctive sound and creative identity. Over the years, Llesca has performed at various venues across California, building a strong presence through her live shows. Her early momentum included radio play for the single “La Buena Vida” by Pueblo Café, highlighting her ability to connect with audiences beyond the stage. In 2025, she released her debut EP in collaboration with Baller G Music, a project that continues to gain traction and solidify her position as a rising artist to watch.

Troy Kristoffer (@troykristoffer) is a dynamic and multifaceted singer, actor, DJ and voice artist in SoCal. He has captivated audiences with his powerful vocals at The Riverside Festival of Lights, Palm Springs Pride, and VIP Nightclub and is so excited to finally bring it to the stage for Riverside's Inland Empire Pride. Troy will be releasing his debut EP and music videos this year, including the singles “Not Goin Anywhere” and “Mr. Midnight”

Transcendence Created by the Transgender Health & Wellness Center for Trans Pride 2026, Transcendence highlights the power and creativity of TGI performers throughout Southern California. This showcase provides a dedicated space for transgender, gender‑diverse, and intersex artists to express their talents and be celebrated by community.

Anthym (999anthym) is an independent pop singer‑songwriter from Norco, California. With a musical‑theater past and a sound that fuses early‑2000s pop and R&B, ANTHYM makes music to make you feel empowered and ready to call your power back

Jesika Von Rabbit (@jesikavonrabbit) Formerly the frontwoman and chief songwriter of the successful and iconic Joshua Tree act Gram Rabbit, Jesika von Rabbit has released three solo albums, Bunnywood Babylon, Dessert Rock, and Journey Mitchell, along with a bevy of singles and visually arresting videos all combining electronica, psychedelic rock, and bit of Hi-Desert Americana. Mind-bending, sexy, weird, and endearing, von Rabbit’s art is full of utter madness, brilliance, and complexity. Intelligent, whimsical, vulnerable, and sarcastic, her lyrical content is one of the observer, the questioner, and the contrarian. Live, she is a sight to behold; dancing, transcendent, and confrontational, garbed in a skintight technicolor bodysuit. Her stage show features her long-time bassist/guitarist Lee Joseph, and the Grundles, her Wonka-esque dancers who interpret the set with an array of costumes and vaudevillian skits. Von Rabbit has performed on stages and festivals across the country including Pride in San Francisco, Portland, and Palm Springs. Her original compositions have been licensed to numerous films and television shows.

Mayhem Miller (@theonlymayhem) is a powerhouse drag performer known for her fierce stage presence, bold personality, and undeniable star quality. A fan favorite from RuPaul's Drag Race and RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars, Mayhem has captivated audiences nationwide with her charisma, humor, and high-energy performances. A proud local from the Riverside area, she brings a dynamic blend of glamour, edge, and entertainment wherever she goes—making her a standout addition to any stage.

Morgan McMichaels (@morganmcmichaels) is an award-winning drag entertainer, activist, and fan favorite from RuPaul's Drag Race and RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars. Known for her powerhouse performances and celebrity impersonations of icons like P!nk, David Bowie, and Boy George, Morgan has become one of Southern California’s most beloved drag artists. In 2025, she earned the title of reigning Entertainer of the Year, Female Impersonator (EOY FI), cementing her legacy as a leader in the drag community.

Athena Kills (athenakillsofficial) is a first generation Mexican American artist from Riverside CA known as the FIRECRACKER OF THE IE and also known as La “Chi Chi Vibradora” as seen on Caso Cerrado! She is a proud HIV advocate that has been performing professionally for about 10 years now hosting and performing at her own shows every Tuesday night at the menagerie in Riverside, every Sunday at Boozehounds in Palm Springs, and residencies hosting at el Jalisco bar in DTLA for Thursdays Boys Night Out and Friday Saturday and Sunday nights at Hamburger Mary’s Ontario! For more information, inquire through her LINKTREE link in her Instagram bio @athenakillsofficial to watch her KILL it!

Paloma McMichaels (@paloma.mcmichaels) is the reigning Miss inland empire pride and has gone to do preliminary pageants such as usofa newcomer she’s been doing drag for the past 5 years currently 25 years of age and you can catch her all over Southern California as she entertains and makes a name for herself not only is she apart of the haus of McMichaels but has truly stood out with her own name she’s not only a drag queen but a high school colorguard coach and a silver and bronze world class medalist watch out for Paloma she is a force to be reckon with

DJ AURAS Josh (@djaurasjosh) The return of the Pride Rave is here! Identity. Liberation. High-Voltage Sound. For DJ AURAS JOSH, the dance floor is a sanctuary for self-expression. Known for a sound that marries euphoric synths with aggressive, futuristic drops, DJ AURAS bridges the gap between the underground and the mainstream. His pedigree is rooted in theatricality; having been mentored by the creative minds behind Lady Gaga, his live sets are immersive spectacles that challenge the boundaries of what a DJ set can be. His debut album, RESURGENCE, is a masterclass in boundary-pushing EDM, currently crossing borders via European radio. This isn’t just a comeback; it’s a movement. DJ AURAS JOSH is here to prove that the music is only half the story—the rest is pure, unadulterated performance.