Steemit's Official Open Mic Judge @Verbal-D's Top 5 Entries For Week 107 (Original Blog)
Steemit Open Mic Week 107
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. @orrslaw's "Not Sorry" Original Song
Raising the bar once again for your musical peers and I am not sorry! This is a powerfully deep and finely detailed story telling with a fire performance and flowing melody. I gave this many play throughs and this has such a superb quality and feeling to it. Very genuine and heartfelt and reaches the soul of the listener. I really enjoyed the rifts and smooth transitions. You brought your A game with this one, showcasing more of your wondrous talent. Thanks for sharing this original gem bro!
https://steemit.com/openmic/@orrslaw/open-mic-week-107-original-song-not-sorry
2. @drewsmusic's "You Are The Best Thing" By Ray Lamontagne Cover Song
We got another one! Such a pristine sound and smooth fire vocals, we are so happy to have top notch quality entries like yours bro. You always sing with full soul and passion and bring life to any song you perform for us. Great cover choice that really shows off your range and talent. Thanks for sharing this gem with us, looking forward to more.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@drewsmusic/steemit-openmic-107-you-are-the-best-thing-acoustic-cover
3. @dbarraganflute's "Solo De Pajarillo" By Omar Acosta Cover Song
I really hope your talents and gifts of music are recognised and appreciated by our wonderful Steemit-Open Mic-Music Community. You started off this entry subtlety and luring us into a fast paced skilful journey of quick melodies and overflowing vibrato-serenading flute notes. This was a tremendously enjoyable entry, and I am humbled by your mastery of the flute. This is a must listen to concert piece and you executed it so well. Thank you for sharing this gem with us!
https://steemit.com/openmic/@dbarraganflute/steemit-open-mic-semana-107-solo-de-pajarillo
4. @mariajruizb's "Con Los Años Que Me Quedan" Cover Song
Your sweet, honey silk voice is consistent as it is memorable and you have further intensified your entries with the help of your talented friends and family members. The harmonies and layering of instruments are well put together and really highlight your chemistry and attention to fine detail for the art of music. This was a fantastic cover choice and you sung it beautifully. Thanks for sharing this gem with us, and look forward to your next one.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@mariajruizb/19yhowhd
5. @dreamrafa's "Torn In Two" Original Song
Nearly every week you enter, you just continue to show and reveal your ultimate trade and passion for music. You play so effortlessly and the electric guitar is fused as an extra appendage of yours. It is always a blessing, privilege and honour to see you slay and bring to life again any improv, original or cover composition you choose. Please keep sharing this gems and making my judging process that much easier! You truly rock harder than climbers attempting Mount Everest. Keep it up bro! Definitely looking forward to your next one.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@dreamrafa/steemit-open-mic-week-107-torn-in-two
Honourable Mentions
My Top 7 In A Particular Order : )
2. @davidfar's ""Lost In This Shape" Original Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@davidfar/zevwzphx
3. @aidarojaswriter's ”Ansiedad” Original Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@aidarojaswriter/92ibz5wf
7. @lostgalaxy's "Stay" By Rihanna Cover Song
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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 107
@felixjfarfan @leomolina @dinoromanelli @drewley @davidcentenor @josevallera @adreini @esthersanchez @julian.alejandro @maximilianoflute @rodrigo98 @lerpdrummerboy @kkarenmp @k0wsk1 @roman.musica @joseacabrerav @wilins @alejandra23 @dianakyv @yisusgtr @dbarraganflute @siomarasalmeron @skycorridors @eugelys @lostgalaxy @katrina-ariel @salvadorhr18 @willhreserved
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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Thanks again @verbal-d for consider my entry!
Cheers!
You're very welcome bro, anytime!
So much talent on the platform. Thanks for having me on your radar. Love the hip-hop song at the end of this post. :)
Yes indeed, there is a vast amount of talent here. We all make up the music community here and grow from one another. You're most welcome @katrina-ariel, thanks for the love and for giving it a listen. Appreciate it truly
Absolutely! I've grown SO much as a musician (and as a human) since joining this blockchain and especially the Open Mic community. So much inspiration. It's wonderful.
Yes it is, without a shadow of a doubt, I can say the same, and let's keep this whole concept and community alive. It means a lot for us all.
Muchisimas gracias @verbal-d por que una vez más has tomado en cuenta nuestro trabajo. En verdad me siento muy contenta porque no te imaginas todo el sacrificio que hacemos en cada sesion de grabación para lograr una entrada que pueda ser de su agrado, lo maravilloso de todo esto es que lo disfrutamos y hasta muchas veces madrugamos. Dios te bendiga, igualmente a todo el equipo de Openmic. Felicidades a todos.
Oh, eres muy bienvenido. Y por favor confía en mí cuando digo esto. Definitivamente puedo entender e imaginar todos los sacrificios y el trabajo duro y realmente lo aprecio. Todos merecen el reconocimiento, los elogios y cualquier otra recompensa que venga con una entrada de este calibre. Buena música y performance una vez más. ¡Dios te bendiga a ti tambien!
Good selection @verbal-d!
Thank you very much @lisamalletart! Thanks for stopping by and showing love. Can't wait to hear your next entry.
I think I listened to all of your winners. What a great group this week you had to choose from. Job well done!
Thanks bro @dinoromanelli, this week was a fantastic experience for our ears. It was a fun one to judge from most certainly! Appreciate you chiming in your thoughts, and glad you enjoyed the musical inspiration everyone has provided. Long live the Open Mic Contest and our Community.
Amen, brother. And thank you for all you do to help keep this contest flowing and alive. You are appreciated!
Amen as well. You're are most welcome, it is so rewarding. You are appreciated also. Keep cooking up those heavy originals, Picture On The Wall is still my favourite from yours and the chorus always creeps itself into my mind
Aw, man...than you! That means a lot to me. I'm glad that song has stuck with you. I'll try to keep entering!
Yeah that song is so emotionally evoking, awesome and heartfelt. You put heart and soul into that one. I look forward to it bro. Steem on!
Yourself as well. Thank you!
You're quite welcome :) Great song this week 109
Hey! Thank you. It is nice to be back in your radar... Jaja Greetings, amigo!
You're very welcome, greetings as well. We missed you this week.
Yes, it's been pretty hard for me to submit, but I'm actually very happy to be starting my Musical studies in college, so... This week I might be preparing something to show you, guys. Thank you, @verbal-d.
You're very welcome. I completely understand. I haven't been able to submit an unofficial judge's entry in a while either and join the fun. That is cool to know. You will learn so much. Don't stop experimenting with music and combining genres. You will only get better. We look forward to your next showing.
I know! Thank you, @verbal-d.
You're most welcome
Thank you so much for the mention!! 🙏🏽💗
You're so welcome. Congrats on the win for you and your talented friends!
Fantastic picks again this week. It amazes me all the talent we have here on Steemit. See who won Steemit Open Mic week 107
Yes this week was superb. Continually we are amazed, that is one of the inspirations that keeps us all together for this amazing community and contest.