Steemit's Official Open Mic Judge @Verbal-D's Top 5 Entries For Week 133 (Original Blog)
Steemit Open Mic Week 133
My Top 5 In Order
As one of the 5 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. @silentscreamer's "Shallow" By Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper Cover Song
Your showcasing of your vocal skills is a pleasure to hear, knowing how talented and noticeably proficient you are with your trusted violin playing. This was a great cover choice to display your range and the momentum shifts that this big song has. Thank you for sharing this gem performance with us all, looking forward to your next gift.
2. @jaredkhamanah's "Mundo De Cabeza" Original Song
You have sung a beautiful piece of music that is as poetic as it is melodically moving. The lyrics are a twisting journey of inner reflections and outward perspectives that create the surreal dream-state imagery you convey with your singing and guitar playing. Your passion and love for this song translates well in this performance. Thank you for sharing this gift of music with us. Looking forward to more of your originals.
3. @darrenclaxton's "Nothing's In My Way" Original Song
You have done it again my brother. Bringing real life perspective and truthful approaches to relatable topics that we can vibe and be in tune with. There is some nice wisdom in these woven lyrics and you deliver them with such a high energy of hope, love and positivity. A winning song entry without a doubt. Thanks for the elevations and revelations, looking forward to more of your hits.
4. @danieldedosd2's "Granada" By Agustín Lara Cover Song
The lyrics in this great cover song are rich in love and romanticism, delivered in fantastic fashion by your highly capable and serenading vocals and apt guitar playing. I am sure the translation and true meanings depicted in the original language are even more enjoyable. I thoroughly enjoyed this grand performance from you this week. Thank you for sharing such good frequencies. Looking forward to more.
5. @joseacabrerav's "Sale El Sol” By @Joseacabrerav's Mother Original Song
This was a very sentimental, precious and memorable moment of music between proud mother and aspiring son. You did a wonderful job interpreting your mom's birthday song with a silky relaxed approach, like the seawaters of calm beaches. I would love to hear your mom's rock and roll version one day, but for now, this is definitely an entry with replay value. Thanks for sharing this intimate family moment and great music with us. Looking forward to more from you.
Honourable Mentions
My Top 7 In A Particular Order : )
1. @trevorpetrie's "Omen" Original Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@trevorpetrie/steemit-open-mic-week-133-omen-original-song
3. @maximilianoflute's "Atardecer" By Lencho Amaro Cover Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@maximilianoflute/steemit-openmic-semana-133-atardecer-lencho-amaro
5. @digitalopus' "Um a Zero 1x0" Cover Song
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com/openmic/@digitalopus/steemit-open-mic-semana-133-um-a-zero-1x0-cover-mandolin
7. @orlandogonzalez's "Presagio De Amor" Original Song
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m/openmic/@orlandogonzalez/steemit-openmic-week-133-presagio-de-amor-cancion-original-orlandogonzalez
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 133
@gaborockstar @dougalporteous @jubei333 @xxxplasticman @luisalbertoulloa @mayneth @salvadorhr18 @amundafrank @ylich @shephard @raymondelaparra @jhoxiris @alfredmusic @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
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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❤️❤️❤️ Thank you Verbal! Wasnt expecting to do so well right off the bat.
Its amazing how welcoming openmic is. :)
Thank you again.
Oh and i got the e-mail. I just have to figure out something with a producer im working with right now so ill contact you in a couple days. :)
Gracias por tomarme en cuenta en tu selección amigo @verbal-d un abrazo y mucho éxito.
tu presentacion me encanto!!!! aaaaahhhh es una de mis canciones favoritas de la vida, que buen homenaje <3
te tengo pendiente a escuchar lo que traes esta semana! (:
Thankyou, i told my mom that she had to create an account and share some of his song to the openmic, glad you feel the day and enjoy the moment (:
There was some really great music this week.
Click here to see the main post of who won Steemit Open Mic week 133
thank you very much @verbal-d, the truth is very pleasing for me to be in your top, I am very happy to be part of the top of the open mic and I will continue to strive much more to show art, and attract more participants to the competition!
Thanks for your kind words for me and my music!
Much appreciated.
DC 🎼
thanks for the mention bro!! it´s good to be here!!