Steemit's Official Open Mic Judge @Verbal-D's Top 5 Entries For Week 79 (Original Blog)
Steemit Open Mic Week 79
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, & @Teamsteem as witnesses here https://steemit.com/~witnesses, all three of whom are our biggest supporters equally who help to run, fund, curate, build and expand the Open Mic Contest.
1. @paulobassman's "You've Been There" Original Song
Another masterpiece formed for our enjoyment. You really owned and performed this song to its truest element and the melodies are always as catchy as an epidemic illness. This entry has it all, and you three time and time again prove your consistency in putting out high quality music that stuns the listeners. Thank you for another memorable gem and keeping the standards extremely high. Looking forward to more of your originals and entries in general.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@paulobassman/steemit-open-mic-week-79-you-ve-been-there-original-song
2. @lisamalletart's "Achologia" By Lucas Rosa Feat. Tiago Rubens Cover Song
If anyone ever needs a boost of their mood and be renewed in their faith in humanity in the form of musical goodness, look no further than the superb qualities and harmonious chemistry that @lisamalletart and @rhavi display on a regular basis. You both are quite the power couple and do this cover song more than justice with your grooving vibes of positivity. You can always tell your love for music runs deep in your soul and you have so much which produces a more natural effect on the impact of your music. Thanks for another gem and keeping the standards superbly high. Looking forward to the next one.
3. @gonetroppo's "The Drifter" Original Song
You both bring quite a euphonic and melodious original to the forefront that is refreshing as it is memorable. Your brotherly bond is clear to hear and see with how you bring these creative lyrics to life, the harmonies you effortlessly weave together and how coast across the treacherous lands of failed music. This song is clearly no drifter as it finds its place in the top 5 of my list. Thank you for this gem and we look forward to more of your originals.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@gonetroppo/steemit-open-mic-week-79-the-drifter-by-the-hinds-brothers
4. @dannyhamilton's "I'm Going Home" Original Song
This was a very heartfelt and driven original that definitely hits home and expresses the reflection of self very deeply. You three performed such a wonderful song and @dannyhamilton, as the forefront singer, the way you delivered those lyrics with high conviction and care help to translate that energy and intention clearly across to us listeners, and the celloist and violinist were spot on with their skills. I especially enjoyed the harmonies you layered in as well. Thank you for sharing this high quality gem. We look forward to your next one.
5. @mrprecious' "Stay With Me" By Sam Smith Cover Song
Yes indeed Sam Smith is a great singer but obviously that is not why this entry of yours here placed. I must be honest that when us jusges hear the same song over and over again, the lines begin to blur of what a great cover can be after some monotony can sift inward on the experience of music. This was a fresh and lively cover entry and you did a great job hitting those high notes and singing with careful precision and what brings vitality to this song is your ever soulful vibrato and passionate delivery. When you can fuse those attributes into a song, your skills take care of the rest and it is appreciated. Thanks for choosing a well known and vastly covered song and showing how to perform it so well. Looking forward to more of your entries.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@mrprecious/steemit-open-mic-week-79-sam-smith-acoustic-cover
Honourable Mentions
My Top 7 In A Particular Order : )
1. @normamanly's "Kick In" Original Song
This was very unique and an eye opening inspiration. You gave a standout performance with your passionate intensity and you were very creative.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@normamanly/steemit-open-mic-week-79-kick-in-original-song
2. @vera.carla's "Just My Luck" Original Song
You are a really consistent and melodic songwriter with a voice as the best of Mother Nature's songbirds. You dug deep with this pondering and reflective song. We often lose our place and footing but the music does indeed help us to plant ourselves once more and root ourselves as we share our emotions.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@vera.carla/steemit-open-mic-week-79-just-my-luck-original-song
3. @drewley’s "The Unknown" Original Composition
Another melodic masterpiece, there is nothing unknown about your capabilities, you are the most consistent original pianist we have here on the blockchain. Definitely worthy of praise.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@drewley/steemit-open-mic-week-79-the-unknown-original-piano-piece
4. @roman.musica's ”Manifiesto” By Víctor Jara Cover Song
You bring quality and a great sound to your smooth performance. As the song describes in the English translation, you may not sing for singing or for the reason of having a good voice but that goes without question that you certainly can sing as well as you play guitar.
5. @silentscreamer's ”I Have Nothing” By Whitney Houston Cover Song
You are a wonderful singer who tackles some of the toughest songs and you give renditions worthy of respect and high praise. Keep singing your heart out with skill and natural talent combined.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@silentscreamer/w7vcd5wc
6. @darrenclaxton's ”Reflected In Your Eyes” Original Song
I gave this a few listens and I feel the same way @passion-ground does because this a nice song that you wrote so quickly. You must have been inspired to the fullest and your passion brings it to its fullest potential.
7. @melissakellie's ”Born For You” Original Song
Many couples will be able to reminisce and appreciate the love and intent you shared in this moving, romantic original song. Well sung and performed with care and adored emotions.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@melissakellie/h1g2c0sa
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 79
@trxyvn @itinerantartist @ignaciotoro @abelfernandez @honeymoon-1611 @jorasiro @mcmusic @manuelmusic @shelbi @rodrigocabrera @guifaquetti @danielmonteso @operahoser @tarotbyfergus @juliolunar @nahupuku @claritagigi @sandeei @aidarojaswriter @nathankaye @bryandivisions @chrisroberts @miguelblanco @javierdunn @chaifm @elmaster @gabrielkrupaz @marysemciver @alfredmusic @jetperalta @siomarasalmeron @markaustin @armoniritmia @heatherthebard @curiousguitar @dannyshine @pechichemena @caracortada @danieldyemusic @yulita @teukurobbybinor @drewley @buddhaboy @trillex @uvalunera @cezanne @mariajruizb @premmlinbass @yenibe @yisusgtr @davidcentenor @trevorpetrie @jaredkhamanah @lostgalaxy @ilazramusic @marivi1989 @yrmaleza @heymattsokol @melbookermusic @senzenfrenz @dreamrafa @wilins
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
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
Thank you my dear @verbal-d for your beautiful text.
I'm glad you liked this song, it's important to us because of the affection we have for our musician friends Lucas and Tiago.
Yes it is true that we love music with all our heart and the comunion it brings us with the world and this feeling of Love.
Thank you! and see you soon in the next Open Mic ;)
Congratulations for all the musicians!
You are most welcome
Your friends Lucas and Tiago compose wonderful songs that you and @rhavi bring to life with ease
Definitely see you in the next one!
@verbal-d thank you a lot for your words and for picking my entry as one of the honourable mentions! So great and supportive!
I've been off for a while, but now trying to catch up and this is a great incentive!
Cheers to all the talented musicians in Steemit!
Nice week
You're very welcome, I am glad you have been able to get back to doing music, you really provide a great enjoyable sound. Thanks for being a part of our community.
Cheers and enjoy your week as well
Thank you so much for the Special Mention this week!!, i'm glad that i'm under your radar from now on, because i'll be participating with more and more great music for everyone to enjoy.
I send to you the best wishes, vibes and blessings from Caracas, Venezuela.
You're most welcome, thanks for your music, everyone here is so talented and us judges want to make known that it is not just the top 5 or honourable mentions who deserve recognition and praise. Keep up the good music, best of skill, wishes and blessings to you as well
Reviews will be added in soon, thanks for your understanding
@verbal-d thank you for your help on making all of this possible.
It feels great to have the recognition of great artists like yourself and having the oportunity to show our music to the Openmic community is great.
The huge amount of great songs and art music this week gives a special meaning to being in your top 5.
Congratulations to all the muscians on open mic contest.
All good for you.
One love
Ps. Where can i listen to more of your work?
You are so welcome @paulobassman,
It is a great thing indeed to come together as a community of musicians and appreciative listeners who take into consideration all the hard work and intention we put into these creations that can move mountains of even the most rigid of souls. That is how powerful music is, and we wield some of the biggest weapons in the battle of good and evil, that's truly what I believe.
I am happy to bring you all into my top 5, because you deserve it, clearly.
Congrats on your 1st place win.
I have released a ridiculous amount of music on Steemit,
Please bear in mind the different levels of sound quality,
But I do hope you enjoy searching through my plethora of positive and conscious material
The majority of it being Hip Hop/ Neo/ R&B
https://steemit.com/dtube/@verbal-d/y1gd1pul
This post is to my most recent verse but you scroll down you will see an entire set of lists of my library of songs and you can start from the beginning with the song Change The World, I plan to redo that one soon properly.
It's definitely been a fun growth process and journey thus far. Thanks for asking about my music. Appreciate you reaching out, do you or @pedromrmourato have Discord or Steemit.chat?
Hi Bro, thank you for your reply, I have listened to some of your songs and I am amazed with your talent, your lyrics are awesome and I didn't know you could sing like that, congratulations ;)
I don't have Discord or Steemchat, how does that work??
All good for you bro and I hope in the near future we can do some music together.
One love
Thank you very much bro,
appreciate you checking out some of my songs, I don't sing too often but I have more singing songs that I plan to release soon
You can peep this one out, it is a heavy one with a good message called Statements, if you didn't hear it already
https://steemit.com/music/@verbal-d/melodious-music-memoirs-4-statements
And I actually just added Pedromrmourato on https://www.Discordapp.com, it is just a messenger and promotional website where all Steemians connect but https://www.Steemit.chat might be easier for you to use or Pedro can show you how to set up Discord so we can have a group chat to collaborate and brainstorm ideas for future music. I am definitely ready
Bro i think i did it and setup an account on Discord.
Here is my user - paulobassman#9171
I tried to listen to the song but the Souncloud says the song was not found, can you send another link?
Thanks
ps. I have sent you a message on steemchat.
Really? That is just strange. I clicked on the link and the song plays no problem at all.
https://soundcloud.com/verbald/statements-feat-edgar-miranda-prod-by-genesis7-mixed-mastered-by-edgar-miranda
If you have issues, maybe I'll send you the mp3 track on Discord and you can hear it from there. I accepted your friendship request on Discord and I will check steemit.chat now, thanks for the heads up!
You are too kind am speechless
Glad to give back however I can
Ahhh I miss joining Open Mic! :D Great entries this week!
Your entries are always welcome, you can sing! Don't hesitate, join in whenever you can. Glad you enjoyed this week's set of musical talents and world changers.
Gracias por tu apoyo!!!
De nada :)
Thanks for all your support and inspiration for the Open Mic community @verbal-d
You're most welcome bro, Thank you for all that you do as well for the Open Mic Community. We are making big strides of progress and cementing memorable history
am so happy to see great musicians expressing themselves wow... thanks @verbal-d
You're most welcome, thank you for checking out these great talented artists.