Steemit's Official Open Mic Judge @Verbal-D's Top 5 Entries For Week 90 (Original Blog)
Steemit Open Mic Week 90 Part 1
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THIS WEEK HAD 241 VALID ENTRIES!
My Top 5 In Order
As one of the 6 judges, and as an original artist also, I aim to represent the best original artists in this contest from our wonderful Steemit community. I am keeping my ears open for cover artists as well, don't worry but creating an original song is indeed impressive, especially if executed and performed well. Best of skill and performance to you all next week. This week was filled with so many wonderful artists, even amongst the high amount of entries, and there were still many talented performers who entered, so forgive me if I didn't list you, I definitely heard everyone's entries. Also, be sure to check out the other judges' top picks for the week, @krystle, @soundlegion, @passion-ground, @meno, and @luzcypher, who hosts the Open Mic Contest. See you next week! And don't forget to please vote for @Pfunk, @Ausbitbank, @Aggroed & @Teamsteem as witnesses here https://steemit.com/~witnesses, all three of whom are our biggest supporters who help to run, fund, curate, build and expand the Open Mic Contest.
1. @andreabortone's "O Sole Mio" By II Volo Cover Song
What really impresses me about your entry is that your passion for music is clearly evident. Not only are you a powerfully gifted singer, but you perform as if your life and soul depend on it. You truly deserve high recognition and praise as you're one of the most talented performers and your mother complimented nicely with sweet vocal harmonies and your father's experienced guitar playing laid the foundation for a memorable family moment. This was one of your best and most intense performances and it clearly separated you from the rest of your peers this week. Thank you for sharing the gift of music and definitely looking forward to what you perform next.
2. @dreamrafa's "Power Out Jam" Original Song
This power out jam has electrifying good feel vibes all over its sounds. You bring your best every single time and amaze us with your impeccable guitar shredding skills. Your fingers are nimble and your transitions are flawless showing your experience and seemingly effortless craft. As always you solidify your spot as a powerhouse and a force to reckon with with respect and admiration. This was a short but potent entry that deserves recognition and many playthroughs. Thanks for another gem and sharing with us another masterpiece. Looking forward to your next one.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@dreamrafa/open-mic-week-90-power-out-jam
3. @elainefaye's ”Smoke" Original Song
As we say in certain tense situations, 'You don't want any smoke'. But in this case, I want all the smoke. This soulful and moving song you have poetically stringed together with great guitar chords and a passionate performance is memorable as it is influential. The approach and singing style you reveal to us is refreshing and your sweet abled vocals coat the musicality of this deep impressing composition with conviction and artistic meaning. Welcome to the open mic, we are very glad you have found and joined us, this was one heck of a first entry and much respect for your originality. Thank you for sharing this gem and masterpiece, it is one for the playlist for sure. Looking forward to what you perform for us next.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@elainefaye/hw8gc3up
4. @lilywilton's "I Will Learn To Love Them" Original Song
We are definitely enjoying your profoundly, deep original music. The lyrics teach the importance of accepting ourselves as we are, especially the scars we bear physicially, spiritually, mentally and emotionally. The toxicity of our doubts, insecurities and unsureties can weigh us down but you provide a positive and inspiring message that delivers hope through your wonderfully beautiful and pristinely sharp vocals, adding subtle emotions and careful nuances throughout this masterpiece that adds a natural, rhythmically pulsing ebb and flow, such as the lifeblood pumping from our learning hearts and our tested veins. This is a song that reaches and speaks to the soul and your piano composition accompanies this piece perfectly. Easily one of my favorites from you by far. Thank you for this gem and memorable moment in music you have shared with us all. Looking forward to your next entry for sure.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@lillywilton/7t3505cu
5. @drewsmusic's "Forever" Original Song
You are creating some real smooth jams man. Your singing is on point and I highly appreciate the expertise in your songwriting, from the craft of your effective structuring, melodies which are original and catchy flow and vibrato. The whistling was just as enjoyable and pleasant sounding to the ears as your vocals and guitar vibing. You have a classic hit on your hands and one of your best originals yet. Keep up the high creativity level, you are bringing forth some very competitive material, which deserves real listeners, much acknowledgement, recognition and praise. You make it look too easy. Keep making our open mic community proud, and thanks for sharing this gem with us. Looking forward to your next one.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@drewsmusic/steemit-openmic-week-90-forever-original
Honourable Mentions
My Top 7 In A Particular Order : )
1. @honeymoon-1611's "Como Mirarte" Cover Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@honeymoon-1611/wh36xyss
4. @dianakyv's "Lo Que Un Día Fue No Sera" By Jose Ruiz Cover Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@dianakyv/dnkr7625
5. @eyewritedaily's ”Crazy" By Patsy Cline Cover Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@eyewritedaily/steemit-open-mic-week-90-or-patsy-cline-crazy-cover
6. @pedromrmourato's "Barco Negro" By Amália Rodrigues Cover Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@pedromrmourato/2hsrxg2p
7. @drewley's "Only A Dream" Original Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@drewley/steemit-open-mic-week-90-only-a-dream-original-piano-piece
Special Mentions
I want to mention more people, but I keep my judging strict for a reason. Many of you inspire me and make an impact. There simply are too many wonderful artists here, which is why open mic continues to grow. Keep playing and sharing please.
Artist On My Radar From Week 90
@coruscate @guifaquetti @builtinfire @rodolfoyanez @edprivat @racso @duocover @orlandogonzalez @danieldedosd2 @carlosgu @drumeraonline @minuetoacademy @exzorltg @salvadorhr18 @gabrielamenesesg @juanchez @samidbarid @mariajruizb @cesaramos @jaredkhamanah @itslobianco @shookriya @rjcha @angelmar @yrmaleza @josegri @funkmedia @ricardogmusic @ko-may @lerpdrummerboy @ilazramusic @maximilianoflute @klynic
Apparently a lot of people don't know that I, @Verbal-D, am a Hip Hop Emcee as much as I am a singer/songwriter/beat producer, so I will continue to showcase from now on The Song that inspired @Luzcypher to create the Open Mic Contest that we are all apart of today. I hope it inspires you to write original music.
"Dad, I Believe That's Love"
More original music from me coming very soon, stay tuned to my profile these weeks. I'll be releasing more live performances and professionally recorded tracks shortly.
Thank you for viewing and reading this post in its entirety, I hope you enjoyed it for what it's worth.
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Next Post coming tomorrow
oooouuuhhhhh!!!! @verbal-d I apologize for not going through your post before ... I saw it from my phone and I could not connect to the computer right away and comment ... infinite thanks for being in your mentions, I value and appreciate this ... thank you again
Love your track @verbal-d. What a cool week we had. Lot's of new faces and talent. I can do this forever and never get tired of it.
Click here to see who won Open Mic this week:
Steemit Open Mic Week 90 Winners See Who Won Open Mic And Join Us This Week --- by @luzcypher
OMGGGGG! you make me so hapy with this. I really don't know how to thank u enough. I really appreciate you liked my entry this week! send u greetings and such a big hug!
So glad to make you happy, you are most welcome and I just wrote you a review up above. Check it out and read it when you have time. Your entry was fire this week.
Oh my, I literally had to go through all the links in this post sir, wow the steemit song is really dope. BEen a while since I saw such artistry.
Oh and by the way, Thank you for your honourable mention. Glad I caught your attention.
thanks once again
I just saw this!!! Thank you sooooo much!! Like >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> WAY more than this much :D Sending love and good vibes your way friend!!
thanks to all the openmic work team for taking me into account in the list of special mention. regards
That is some serious love, verbal-d ❤️ Thank you so so so much for those kind words. ❤️
Upvote this: https://steemit.com/free/@bible.com/4qcr2i
Oh snap! You can spit tho! Ayyyyyyeee!! killed it! Did you produce the track for the official Steem it song? It's so doooope!!