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“LIVE FROM T5″ PERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT – PT. 2

Published by Sam C. on August 31, 2009 in Artist News. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Welcome back for more “Live from T5″ performance highlights! For the first T5 performance spotlight we featured winners Mieka Pauley and Ryan Shields‘ performance from August 14th. Now it’s time to catch up with grand prize-winner Jetty Rae’s performance from August 24th. Stay tuned for an update from Bronze Radio Return and don’t forget, there’s still one more T5 winner left to perform! Amy Kuney will be playing the JetBlue terminal at JFK International airport in New York City on September 25th:

Jetty Rae

Quick Questions with Jetty Rae

OS: First things first. Do you prefer an aisle or window seat, and why?

JR: I definitely prefer a window seat, simply for the fact that I can put a pillow against it and zonk out. Although, aisle’s are nice too—for us small bladder people.

OS: What was your first thought when you learned you had won?

JR: Well I was just leaving the dentist, when my manager Carl called me. He was like “Don’t you have something to tell me?” I was like, “Um no cavities?” He then told me that I had won the contest—and I was surprised. I hadn’t really kept track of the contest, and entered not expecting much—so the whole thing came as a complete surprise to me.

OS: Do you have any recommendations for preparing to do a gig in an airport terminal?

JR: Well you might want to make sure you don’t have all your liquids and toiletries in your bag, that’s a good start. I almost couldn’t get past security because I had all my luggage with me. Thankfully this awesome lady from JetBlue named Kim, told them what was up—and I got through.

OS: What’s the biggest challenge you’ve had to face thus far as an emerging artist?

JR: I would have to say that finishing this album has been the most challenging thing for me, so far. This project has made me realize that I need to learn how to edit and record my own music—I’m just too picky, and specific and I really need to learn the tools to make music myself.

OS: What’s next for you after “Live from T5″?

JR: Well I need to find someone who wants to take on this half finished project, so I can release something I am proud of and love. I am going to college for the first time this fall to take a few classes on songwriting and music production, and I am working with a new booking agent for a “College & Compassion Tour.” I am really excited to be working with an organization called Compassion International. They have so many children worldwide that you can sponsor and provide much needed education, food and healthcare. I am going to partner with them at my shows, and hopefully make a difference in the lives of these children and get them sponsored!

“LIVE FROM T5″ PERFORMANCE SPOTLIGHT – PT. 1

Published by Sam C. on August 26, 2009 in Artist News. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .

Last month JetBlue and Superfly Productions enlisted the help of OurStage’s fan community to judge the best talent to perform in JetBlue’s new Terminal 5 at JFK International Airport. Out of the top ranks, five amazing acts were selected to perform stripped down sets in the new state-of-the-art terminal. On August 14th, a lucky crowd of JetBlue passengers were treated to performances by Mieka Pauley and Ryan Shields. Check out some footage of their performances below and stay tuned to the blog for more highlights from the rest of the “Live from T5″ winners:

Mieka Pauley

Ryan Shields

Quick Questions with Ryan Shields:

What was your first thought when you learned you had won?

I was excited! And then I thought…ok, now I have to play at an airport. I was trying to decide if it would be really awesome or really awkward! But it felt great to know that people voted for my song. The last days of the contest were nerve wracking.

What’s the biggest challenge you’ve had to face thus far as an emerging artist?

I’ve been lucky in that I’ve received great feedback and a positive response to my record. But it’s always tough to really get out there and get the music heard.

What’s next for you after this gig?

I just moved to Los Angeles, actually, so I’m looking forward to getting settled and playing some gigs out there.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS OF JETBLUE’S “LIVE FROM T5″ COMPETITION

Published by Sam C. on August 7, 2009 in OurStage Partners. 4 Comments Tags: , , , .

In July, OurStage’s community of fan judges helped JetBlue and Superfly Productions scout for new talent in the Live From T5 competition. 475 artists submitted their best acoustic tracks for a grand prize opening slot at a Bowery Presents show at the Terminal 5 venue in Manhattan in addition to the opportunity to perform “unplugged” sets at JetBlue’s new Terminal 5 at JFK International Airport. Five winners were selected from the top rankings. Take a look and see who won!

Grand Prize Winner

Jetty Rae

Jetty Rae

“I am really looking forward to playing in New York, and at an airport no less! Having spent so much time in airports traveling through Asia and the Pacific I know that people are usually annoyed, tired, and exhausted. I think it’s a great idea to have live music in terminals of every airport! It would make traveling so much better. Actually, I always wanted to play in an airport terminal, quietly, but I didn’t have enough courage. I probably thought it was against the rules; now is my chance to redeem myself! Maybe they’ll let me play on one of those conveyor belt thingies! See you all in NY!”

- Jetty Rae

Artists who will be performing in Terminal 5 at JFK


Miieka Pauley

Mieka Pauley

Bronze Radio Return

Bronze Radio Return

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Ryan Shields
Amy Kuney

Amy Kuney

Thanks to all the fans who judged and made “Live From T5″ one of OurStage’s most popular competitions to date! You can check out the other artists who entered the competition in the archives.

LIVE FROM T5: A SPOTLIGHT ON THE COMPETITION

Published by Sam C. on July 16, 2009 in Artist Feature and Playlists. 7 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , .

Earlier this month we launched the JetBlue “Live from T5″ contest. Artists from a variety of genres are entering their best acoustic songs into the competition channel for a chance to win a live set in JetBlue’s new T5 terminal at JFK International Airport in New York City. One grand prize winner will be selected to open for a headlining act at a “Bowery Presents” show at the Terminal 5 venue in Manhattan. Here are a few entries in the competition to keep an eye out for:

Jetty Rae

Jetty Rae

“I Love You” by Jetty Rae

Jetty Rae is a soul-folk singer/songwriter out of Ann Arbor, Michigan. “I Love You” opens with a melancholy violin solo which introduces Rae’s sultry vocals. This track is sure to be a favorite for fans of Ingrid Michaelson and Regina Spektor.

“His To Break” by Jara Johnson

Break up songs are a dime a dozen, but on “His to Break” Iowan singer/songwriter Jara Johnson bears her soul. Between the accompanying mandolin and Johnson’s sincere performance, you can feel your heart melt with each line.

“Stones Throw Away” by Bronze Radio Return

Bronze Radio Return

Bronze Radio Return

Fans of Joe Purdy will be right at home with Bronze Radio Return’s intimate, folksy delivery on “Stones Throw Away”. With breathy vocals and a touch of bluegrass with slide guitar, this track makes anyone feel right at home.

“I Think Its Sweet” by Kaylan Rexer

Kaylan Rexer’s ironically bittersweet “I Think Its Sweet” is musically an uplifting track, but its lyrics have a very different tone. Centered around “people getting stuck in their hometowns and having dreams but not working hard enough to reach them,” this track showcases Rexer’s talent as a songwriter.

“Lost Boys” by Paper Bird

For those of you who dig Alison Krauss and The Little Willies, you should check out Denver’s Paper Bird. The seven-member group features a banjo, multipart harmonized vocals, slide guitar and an upright bass to keep the whole thing together. It’s the perfect track for when you’re feeling a little “Oh, Brother Where Art Thou”.

“Looking Over My Shoulder”

by A BIG YES…and a small no

One of the original Bethany’s favorite OurStage discoveries is a happy-go-lucky Brooklyn indie pop group by the name of A BIG YES… and a small no. Their entry into the contest, “Looking Over My Shoulder” is funny and folksy love ballad featuring vibraphone. Yes, a vibraphone!

A BIG YES...and a small no

A BIG YES...and a small no

Unfortunately time and space doesn’t permit me to write about every awesome Live from T5 entry—and believe me there are many—so I will have to stop here. Don’t forget to check out the contestants for yourself and participate by judging.  You could win a free pair of tickets from JetBlue!

JETBLUE & SUPERFLY USE OURSTAGE TO FIND TALENT TO PERFORM AT TERMINAL 5

Published by Sam C. on June 25, 2009 in OurStage Partners. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , .

Looking for the right gig to help your music career take off? JetBlue and Superfly Productions are searching for artists on OurStage to perform as part of their “Live From T5″ concert series at JetBlue’s new Terminal 5 at JFK. Artists from the Folk, Acoustic, and Singer Songwriter (male) or Singer Songwriter (female), channels are encouraged to submit their best original song in the “Live From T5″ channel through July 22nd.  Indie Rock, Jazz and R&B artists are encouraged to record demo quality, non-electric/drumless versions of a song in order to be eligible to compete.

Out of ten top ranking artists—chosen by the fans—five will be selected by JetBlue and Superfly to perform a thirty minute acoustic set in the state-of-the-art terminal on August 14, 21 and 28. Of the final five winners, one grand prize winner will be chosen to open for a headlining act at the Bowery Presents Terminal 5 located in Hell’s Kitchen in Manhattan, or another Bowery Presents show.

Don’t forget to vote! JetBlue is also looking to reward fans for voting in the “Live From T5” channel. By voting once you will be entered into a sweepstake drawing for a pair of round trip tickets to any JetBlue destination! The winners will be announced during the first week of August. For more information, including rules and restrictions, visit www.ourstage.com/go/jetblue.

Dan Dyer Performing in Terminal 5 (Photo: JetBlue)

Dan Dyer Performing in Terminal 5 (Photo: JetBlue)