We know many of you have been patiently waiting to learn who would be the next OurStage talent to grace the Jimmy Kimmel Live stage, and this morning we could not be more excited to announce Larry g(EE) as that performer. Larry and his band will bring their modern take on rock, pop, and soul to the JKL stage with their hit singles “Yo Mama” and “Camera Phone” tonight  at midnight. You can read the full press release below:

Larry rocks out in Kansas (we need to get our hands on some of these tees!)

NEW YORK, NY (December 10, 2012)—OurStage.com, the innovative online social platform for discovering new music, announces Larry g(EE) as the next winning artist in their ongoing program to spotlight emerging acts on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” The soulful Dallas-based artist, whose music puts a modern spin on the classic sounds of Stax and Motown, will appear on the late-night show December 10th, 2012 to perform his single “Yo Mama.”

“I’m thrilled about the opportunity to perform on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live,’ says g(EE). “My first national TV performance is a huge career milestone.  It’s something I’ll never forget, and I couldn’t be more thankful to OurStage.com for this opportunity.”

Watch video of Larry telling fans in Dallas about the performance:
http://youtu.be/VTzrPtUkbaM

Larry g(EE)’s performance is the third in the program, following recent performances from Eclectic Approach and Tyler Bryant & the Shakedown. Watch the previous performances here:
Eclectic Approach- http://abc.tv/UJZdRM
Tyler Bryant & the Shakedown- http://abc.tv/11QZJQI

Larry has utilized OurStage.com to help build his fan base, and won the opportunity to headline the OurStage.com stage at this past summer’s Vans Warped Tour.  Larry has showcased his unique, exhilarating sound on stages from Los Angeles to New York City, with stops at South by Southwest and high-profile slots opening for an array of national artists, including Ghostland Observatory and Linda Perry.

“OurStage.com is dedicated to providing a platform to support emerging musicians and what Larry g(EE) is accomplishing is a testament to our goal,” said Scott Nelson, SVP of Marketing at OurStage.com. “Larry has been able to utilize the tools OurStage provides, and that – along with his undeniably immense talent – has helped him rise to the top of yet another amazing competition.”

This past September, following the announcement of the program, Larry g(EE) submitted his original track in the competition, via OurStage.com. Fans voted and the OurStage panel reviewed the top ranked artists selected by the OurStage.com community. In the end, the panel of music industry experts picked Larry g(EE) as the winning artist.

Visit OurStage.com for more information, updates, and full contest rules.

Think you know the best in Latin music? Join the team! This month, Latin artists are getting a helping hand from celebrity judge Sohanny in the Tr3s “El Headliner Competition.” Sohanny knows what it’s like for Latin artists to work in tireless pursuit of their dreams. She’s used her talent and determination to launch a solo career that has landed her multiple Latin Billboard Award nominations, numerous high-profile collaborations, and a spot on the Step Up Revolution soundtrack. And now, you can help her choose the best up-and-coming Latin artist! Judge the Tr3s Latin Music channel before December 31, 2012 and you’ll have the power to help Sohanny decide which of the top-ranked artists is worthy of the title of “El Headliner.” Judge now!

Here at OurStage, we thrive off giving up and coming artists the exposure that their talent and ambition deserve.  That’s why we’ve partnered with Tr3s to help launch one very talented Latin star. The winners will receive exposure on Top 20, Music My Güey, Descubre y Download, and Blogamole. But before any of that, we need your help in deciding who the next El Headliner should be!

Help us decide by heading over to the Tr3s judging channel by Dec. 23, and make your voice heard.

Texas rockers Avion Roe will be taking over the OurStage Twitter tomorrow night from 7-8pm Central Time to answer any and everything you want to know about their music, hobbies, tour plans, and hopes for the new year. To make even better, every fan who submits a question will be automatically entered to win a one-of-a-kind prize pack featuring limited edition merchandise and collectibles.

To participate in OurStage’s exclusive Tweet & A with Avion Roe you will need an active Twitter account and the ability to send messages from 6-8pm Central time tomorrow, December 4. We will announce when we’ve begun accepting questions, and the band will begin replying around 7pm. The winner of our giveaway will be announced the following day.

If you’re excited about this event, tell your friends! Use the social share buttons above, and tell everyone unfamiliar with the band to watch their video for “Who I Am” below:

Greetings OurStagers. We have some exciting news for the producers and EDM-ers among you. For the first time ever we have expanded our Electronic channels to include the following genres; House, Electro, Dubstep, and Downtempo. EDM has gone through a major facelift since its last time in the spotlight during the 90s and we think our channel selections reflect that. The channel definitions are as follows, and be sure to check out the examples of the type of music appropriate.

House – House music is a subset of EDM that must be built off of a 4×4 drumbeat. Slick productions and euphoric feelings should be primary elements of the music submitted here. Everything from Avicii style progressive-house to Richie Hawtin style tech-house is appropriate.

Electro – Unlike our House Channel, there is no required drumbeat for Electro (but keep your 2×4 productions in the Dubstep Channel). Electro submissions should be more aggressive in both style and substance than their House counterparts. Due to the ever-changing landscape of EDM, most upstart genres like moombahton and trap will be appropriate here. Think artists like Justice, Zedd, and Dillon Francis.

Dubstep – Dubstep has morphed and changed drastically over the years, so submit any of your tracks that follow the half-time rhythmic pattern that has become the universal constant of the genre. Whether your music focuses on the deep sub-bass sounds of London or the machine-like sounds of the U.S., Dubstep is the channel for you. Anything from Skream to Skrillex would be appropriate here.

Downtempo – This channel is for any and all electronic music that falls below the intensity level and tempo of club music. Whether you produce chilled-out lounge beats or minimal deep house, your submissions are welcomed here. Artists such as Chris Page, Gramatik, and Daniel Portman would definitely come hang out in our Downtempo Channel.

Enter now!

We hope to expand even further as we grow our EDM community. Please give us any feedback at community@ourstage.com.

Latin artists, get ready for your moment in the spotlight! OurStage and Tr3s have teamed up to offer one lucky Latin artist an incredible opportunity for coverage on Top 20, Music My Güey, Descubre y Download, and Blogamole. All you have to do is enter your best song into the “Tr3s Latin Music Channel” by Dec. 23 for a shot at some incredible coverage. The deadline is approaching fast, so what are you waiting for? Your impending fame awaits!

We’ve already told you about OurStage Pro – your songs get played on OurStage (or on the embeddable player), and you can get paid for it. Not to mention consideration for licensing opportunities, direct fan-to-artist funding… wait, how about you just watch this one minute video explaining it all?

Warm up your hashtag trigger finger, because this week Free Ticket Friday is back. Win free tickets to any US-based show you want, just by tweeting at OurStage. Yeah, we can’t believe it’s that easy either. Here’s what you have to do:

1. Follow @OurStage on Twitter.

2. Retweet the #FreeTicketFriday tweet (posted at 1PM on Fridays).

Once you retweet, you’ll be automatically entered to win a pair of tickets to the US-based concert of your choosing. Past winners have already snagged tickets to see Green Day, Maroon 5, The Killers at Madison Square Garden, and Jay-Z at one of his historic first shows at the Barclays Center. If you’re on Twitter all the time anyway, why not win some free tickets while you’re at it?

Listen up, fans! This is your chance to make one talented female singer-songwriter extremely happy, incredibly lucky and not to mention, well equipped. We need your vote to help determine who will take home the Grand Prize title and win a year’s supply of guitar strings and accessories. Head over to the Singer-Songwriter (female) channel right now to cast your vote, and make your voice heard!

There’s no better time to hit The Bahamas than in the dead of winter, and what could be cooler than cruising around the Caribbean on The Rock Boat? Answer: Performing while you’re on board…twice.

Enter the “Rock Boat Lucky 13″ Competition now for your chance to win this career-changing opportunity, and you could get added to the impressive list of performers like Brandi Carlile, Tony Lucca from The Voice, Sister Hazel, Scars on 45, and more! So, what are you waiting for? Enter now, rally your fans and get your swimsuit ready…you might need it soon.