Steemit's Official Open Mic Judge @Verbal-D's Top 5 Entries For Week 109 (Original Blog)
Steemit Open Mic Week 109
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, @Curie, @Aggroed, @Helpie, @Lukestokes, & @Teamsteem as witnesses here https://steemit.com/~witnesses, all of whom are our biggest supporters who help to run, fund, curate, build and expand the Open Mic Contest.
1. @mariajruizb's "O Sole Mio" Cover Song
Jokingly, I say to you, Now you're just showing off lol. But I know you are just sharing with us the great gifts God has blessed you with. This was a grand entry of an awe-inspiring performance. You sing opera so wonderfully sweet and pristinely and this was a great cover choice that proved no challenge for your experienced vocals. You displayed such control and your soprano vibrato is soothing as it is precise. Bravo and encore my classy classical friend. Looking forward to your next entry for sure.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@mariajruizb/ijgl834u
2. @pechichemena's "Original Song Mash Up" Original Song
Happy Belated Birthday to our very own, highly praised and naturally talented @pechichemena. What a remarkably humbling and profound way to celebrate a portion of your special day with us, the Open Mic Family. And what a multitude of serenading songs you present to us with ease and inner joy. You sung all of these gems admirably with care and intention. Thank you for these moments and definitely looking forward to your next original, mashup and or collaboration.
3. @dinoromanelli's "How Could I Ever Love Anybody Else?" Original Song
This was a fun, upbeat and beautifully optimist song for the future love of your life. Whoever that blessed lady may be, I wish you well and the best on your journey my friend. Each song is indeed a part of you and a facet of your multi-layered soul, so thank you for sharing this personal tribute with us all. It was a great one from start to finish. As I have mentioned to you before, your Week 80 entry Picture On The Wall still plays through my mind from time to time, with such a beautiful love story. Definitely looking forward to more of your deep originals!
4. @lk666's "True Reality" Original Song
You are just bringing out the real deep and sagacious gems and I am enjoying them more and more bro. Your original from week 102 titled, Tetrahedrons Going Collidal was a favourite of mine from your vast catalog of talented sombre, reflective musings. You levelled up once more with such a heavy track this week and the lyrics really resonate with my soul. The chorus is just straight fire and the verses hit home, lol that is the best way I can formulate my opinions on this song and you sang wonderfully, projecting your pain in all the right areas of this track. Your guitar runs are equally enjoyable and I admire your unfiltered approach to these important and uncommonly spoken on topics. Thanks again for sharing this original gem, looking forward to more.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@lk666/steemit-open-mic-109-original-true-reality
5. @lostgalaxy's "The Only Exception" By Disabella Cover Song
You sung this very well, and quite sweetly. It was a cover song that reveals your careful and nurturing characteristics with how you gently swept through the choruses and melodic verses. This song brings a certain serenity and calmness to the soul and it fit your vocals like a custom-made glove. Please keep sharing your love for music and you will continue to bring out nice performances that showcase your honeyed voice. Looking forward to your next entry.
Honourable Mentions
My Top 7 In A Particular Order : )
1. @danieldedosd2's "Caramba " By Venezolano Ilan Chester Cover Song
https://steemit.com/openmic/@danieldedosd2/z8tee0bp
2. @k0wsk1's "With A Little Help From My Friends" By The Beatles Cover Song
https://steemit.com/openmic/@k0wsk1/94rzvxif
3. @funkmedia's "Impermanente" Original Song
https://steemit.com/openmic/@funkmedia/steemit-openmic-week-109-original-song-impermanente-funkmedia
4. @joseacabrerav's "Ya No Me Acuerdo Feat. @Wilins" By Estopa Cover Song
https://steemit.com/openmic/@joseacabrerav/m164p4wf
6. @belenlopr's ”I've Got You Under My Skin” By Frank Sinatra Cover Song
7. @betamusic's "Beauty & The Beast" Cover Song
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 109
@lynnm @carlosrada @gersonvasquez @digitalopus @dianakyv @salvadorhr18 @senzenfrenz @montanacellist @paulorenz16 @mayneth @drewley @josevallera @cristmounicou @minuetoacademy @juliolunar @dreamrafa @rodrigo98 @betamusic @maximilianoflute @eugelys @juliolunar
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.
The Official Steemit Song By @Verbal-D, Feat. @Papa-Pepper & @EdgarStudio
A Must Read Rap Verse Of Why I Love Hip Hop
Creating & Sharing Positive, Conscious, & Inspiring Hip Hop To All
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More original music from me coming very soon, stay tuned to my profile this week. I'll be releasing more live performances and professionally recorded tracks shortly.
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