Steemit's Official Open Mic Judge @Verbal-D's Top 5 Entries For Week 123 (Original Blog)
Steemit Open Mic Week 123
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, @meno, and @luzcypher, who hosts the Open Mic Contest. See you next week! And don't forget to please vote for @Pfunk, @Ausbitbank, @Luzcypher, @Curie, @Aggroed, @Helpie, @Lukestokes, @PRC & @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. @amundafrank's "Aleluya/Hallelujah" By Leonard Cohen Cover Song
This was a very well balanced combination of beautiful voices and harmonies. You all poured your passion and soul into this wonderful performance. 1st place was definitely well deserved. Thanks for sharing this well known cover and presenting it with a fresh approach for this week. Looking forward to more of your choral group entries.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@amundafrank/steemit-open-mic-week-123-aleluya-leonard-cohen
2. @drewley's "Searching" Original Song
I really enjoyed this original from you this week bro. It has a very inspiring and overflowing melody that just continues on in the mind after each listen. Very well structured and played effortlessly as usual. You have done it once again, creating cinematic beauty for our ears. Thanks for sharing this polished gem and looking forward to more each time.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@drewley/steemit-open-mic-week-123-searching-original-piano-piece
3. @mariajruizb's "Te Volveré A Querer" Cover Song
Your endless streams of talent and pure spirited singing just fill us with awe and beautiful inspiration. This has such a fantastic build up and you transition smoothly into the pinnacle of this well-woven composition. I enjoy all of your performances, this one was no exception as you deliver all you possess with heart and soul. Your accompanying guitarist is there by your side to complete the folds of interlocked time and space, a great entry this week. Thanks for sharing this melodic gem, looking forward to your next one.
https://steemit.com/dtube/@mariajruizb/27kwl0ji
4. @davidcentenor's "El Breve Espacio En Que No Estás" By Pablo Milanés Cover Song
*You really gave us an outstanding performance this week. This had a very musically pleasing tone, the energy was welcoming and soothing, and you sang it with ease and comfortable confidence, complimenting your wide vocal range and displaying your splendid guitar skills. Thank you for sharing this cover gem with us, looking forward to what you perform next. *
5. @jeronimoverdun's "Y Piensa Que El Sol Es Gris" Original Song
I really enjoy your vocal tone and singing style. It is very captivating with a deep tone and depth of soul and passion that captures a warm sound for the original music you wonderfully produce. Your guitar playing is also beyond pleasant and you give us this jazzy inner soul vibe. Please keep sharing your great originals with us, thanks once again. Looking forward to your next performance entry.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@jeronimoverdun/steemit-open-mic-123-or-y-piensa-que-el-sol-es-gris-original-by-jeronimoverdun
Honourable Mentions
My Top 7 In A Particular Order : )
4. @danieldedosd2's "Vereda Tropical" Cover Song
6. @digitalopus' "True Colors" By Cyndi Lauper Cover Song
https://steemit.com/openmic/@digitalopus/steemit-open-mic-semana-123-true-colors-cover-mandolin
7. @thesimpson's "Lovers Deserve Rock And Roll" Original Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@thesimpson/steemit-open-mic-week-123-lovers-deserve-rock-and-roll
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 123
@lk666 @xxxplasticman @kkarenmp @carlosgu @mayneth @alfredmusic @edwardstobia @graceleon @rodrigo98 @fiorabifers @maximilianoflute @zeitli @salvadorhr18 @camuel
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
Click Green Title Above To Read
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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Hola @verbal-d, muchas gracias por tomar en cuenta nuestro trabajo, que esa bendición se te devuelva en grande. Saludos. 🤗
Great week @verbal-d. Thanks so much for your participation.
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