Steemit's Official Open Mic Judge @Verbal-D's Top 5 Entries For Week 130 (Original Blog)
Steemit Open Mic Week 130
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. @ilazramusic's "Jammin'" By Bob Marley Cover Song
This is straight FIRE bro. I could replay this all day everyday. You make Bob Marley proud with this amazing rendition. Flawless performance.
2. @tomashofficial's "Interstellar Love" Original Song
This was not only great fun, but really catchy, funky and energetic. You really got into the outer-spacey groove with this momentous and cosmic original. Thank you for sharing this electrifying gem with us.
3. @kayclarity's "Both Sides Now" By Joni Mitchell Cover Song
Beautiful performance, smooth delivery, powerful vocals and poised stage presence. You have it all my friend.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@kayclarity/steemit-open-mic-week-130-kay-clarity-singing-both-sides-now
4. @mariajruizb's "Cuando Los Sapos Bailan Flamenco" By Ella Baila Sola Cover Song
Great cover choice. You have a moving voice that serenades the loneliest of souls. This was quite a wonderful entry of serenity and depth. Please keep sharing your gift of music.
5. @themusiclover's "At Last" By Etta James Cover Song
Your friend has a very sweet and soulful voice. This was a refreshing entry to come across this week. Would love to hear more old school classics from this golden era. Thank you for sharing this gem.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@themusiclover/steemit-openmic-week-130-at-last-etta-james-feat-tainah
Honourable Mentions
My Top 7 In A Particular Order : )
1. @shephard's "Lama Bada Yathasana" Cover Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@shephard/open-mic-week-130-lama-bada-yathasana-cover
2. @drewley's "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" Cover Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@drewley/steemit-open-mic-week-130-somewhere-over-the-rainbow
4. @skyblues' "I Just Want To Make Love To You" By Willie Dixon & Gordon Gano Cover Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@skyblues/steemit-openmic-130-i-just-want-to-make-love-to-you
7. @digitalopus' "Dueling Banjos" By Arthur "Guitar Boogie" Smith Cover Song
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@digitalopus/steemit-open-mic-semana-130-dueling-banjos-cover-mandolin
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 130
@fishyculture @edwardstobia @raymondelaparra @zeitli @xxxplasticman @salvadorhr18 @ylich @orlandogonzalez
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 so much bro! I'm really happy to be here into the Open Mic one more time, and I really put an effort to do that homage to the king! I couldn't do anything less than that, even with the lot of issues that we're having here in Venezuela, music is still a light into the shadows, good vibes and blessings always!
Muchas gracias @verbal-d por considerar mi entrada de esta semana, para mi fue un honor. Felicidades a todos los compañeros seleccionados .
Great music this week.
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