https://cdn.dribbble.com/users/105681/screenshots/2763547/5.gif ___ https://youtu.be/fKjcQjUURwM [Open Mic Wk # 111 Unofficial Judge's Entry: Why Is @Pfunk Not A Top 20 Witness?](https://steemit.com/openmic/@verbal-d/open-mic-wk-111-unofficial-judge-s-entry-why-is-pfunk-not-a-top-20-witness-original-song) ___

[Steemit Open Mic Week 111](https://steemit.com/openmic/@luzcypher/steemit-open-mic-week-111-see-who-played-open-mic)

My Top 5 In Order

___ ![U5dr8oM2omDT43VKqDaA2Zn9ig9qbGA_1680x8400.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmRFJuUYPXXQaai6XV7Vui3yYWwqMe47oLQHcaQKiy6fJr/U5dr8oM2omDT43VKqDaA2Zn9ig9qbGA_1680x8400.png) ___ *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, @Luzcypher, @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.* https://media3.giphy.com/media/xT9IgqsxbV3FbKZJVC/giphy.gif ___ https://youtu.be/mqP0r32sPe8 **1.** **@chaifm's** ***"Quiet Glory"*** Original Song *So glad your glorious music isn't quiet at all. Couldn't fathom an Open Mic community without all of the great originals you blessed us with, and this one is poetically deep and profoundly performed with a reflective and sombre cry. Both you and @Melavie have that talent to produce such melancholic and heartfelt music. Great guitar work to build up the momentum and suspense as well. Thank you for sharing this gem, looking forward to more in the future.* https://steemit.com/openmic/@chaifm/steemit-openmic-week-111-quiet-glory-original ___ https://vimeo.com/300425139 **2.** **@addiesworld's** ***"Shallow" By Bradley Cooper & Lady Gaga*** Cover Song *Loved your straight up introduction, and your entry even more. As we say in the world of music, talent is talent, and you consistently find yourself in our top 5 lists for great reason. You embodied the lyrics of this song with your riveting and soulful singing. Your passion and energy is evidently unmatched and you drive inspiration full force with performances like these. Great cover choice to showcase your wonderful skills, thank you for sharing this gem and awaiting your next one already.* https://steemit.com/openmic/@addiesworld/steemit-open-mic-week-111-cover-of-shallow-by-bradley-cooper-and-lady-gaga ___ https://youtu.be/fMpc4z0WOJI **3.** **@wilins's** ***"Mala Compañía // Bad Company "*** Original Song *Sometimes the best company we find in times of loneliness and lost direction are the worst influences, but for the time being, those moments of companionship are still cherished because they provided something that helped the ever impending void of nothingness that vacuums away the meaning of life and purpose from many souls trying to find their way in this cold world. I really enjoyed your lamenting melodies, deep lyrics and raw emotions in this original, great guitar chord transitions as well. Thank you for sharing this farewell gem with us, I am sure it was quite the great experience in Venezuela with @joseacabrerav and @Smollrecord. Have a safe journey home. Looking forward to more entries from you brother.* https://steemit.com/openmic/@wilins/ockbf13b ___ https://youtu.be/-uektCbYzPg **4.** **@themusiclover's** ***"Nowhere Man" By The Beatles*** Cover Song *Great cover choice and smooth singing execution of this classic hit for your first multi-video layered entry. I am sure it was hard work to lay it all out how you wanted, but it turned out great for all of our enjoyment. Your brother @K0wsk1 definitely steered you in the right direction to provide even more qualitative entries such as this display. You made a resounding impression this week with this performance and will be keeping an eye out for more of your moving and uplifting entries. Thanks for this musical gem.* https://steemit.com/openmic/@themusiclover/steemit-openmic-week-111-nowhere-man-the-beatles-cover-by-themusiclover ___ https://youtu.be/L-75xAZK9gQ **5.** **@ingridkorneelia's** ***"Diamonds & Demons" By Nessi Gomes*** Cover Song *Quite the soothingly chilling song, with pensive poetic lyrics and your beautiful haunting performance, singing and guitar wise. This was a wonderful cover song to introduce to us this week and you brought this to life in all its shadowed vitality. Thanks for sharing this gem, looking forward to more of your artistic interpretations.* https://steemit.com/openmic/@ingridkorneelia/steemit-open-mic-week-111-cover-of-nessi-gomes-diamonds-and-demons ___ ___ ___ ___

Honourable Mentions

**My Top 7 In A Particular Order : )** ___ ___ ___ https://youtu.be/691p7WjWsvs **1.** **@k0wsk1's** ***"Someday You Will Be Loved" By DCFC*** Cover Song https://steemit.com/openmic/@k0wsk1/3kyqzlx5 ___ https://youtu.be/aajGC6o4XX8 **2.** **@drewley's** ***"Chasing Cars" By Snow Patrol*** Cover Song https://steemit.com/openmic/@drewley/steemit-open-mic-week-111-chasing-cars-by-snow-patrol ___ https://youtu.be/5GchAXfjiVo **3.** **@rodrigo98's** ***"Curious" By Van Alexander Vinistky*** Cover Song https://steemit.com/openmic/@rodrigo98/263s9pz1 ___ https://youtu.be/zTVBTdLdNRI **4.** ** @montanacellist's** ***"Fly Me To The Moon" Feat. Jupiter Sky-Fish*** Cover Song https://steemit.com/openmic/@montanacellist/steemit-open-mic-week-111-fly-me-to-the-moon-cello-guitar-with-jupiter-sky-fish ___ https://youtu.be/6XVY-Kk4aGw **5.** **@kkarenmp's** ***"The Nights"*** Cover Song https://steemit.com/openmic/@kkarenmp/z28bf0yi ___ https://youtu.be/hBzsRSu1QUg **6.** **@samjgonz's** ***"Volver A Amar"*** Original Song https://steemit.com/openmic/@samjgonz/steemit-open-mic-week-111-volver-a-amar-original-song ___ https://youtu.be/j4OSnm7IFL4 **7.** **@carolinafer's** ***”Gracias a la vida” By @Violeta Parra*** Cover Song https://steemit.com/openmic/@carolinafer/wjjfg2n3 ___ ___ ___ ___

Special Mentions

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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.

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Artist On My Radar From Week 111

___ @lk666 @manuelmusic @thealarmed @mayneth @edmundocentenor @guifaquetti @samjgonz @adolforivas42 @shookriya @esthersanchez @maximilianoflute @josevallera @siomarasalmeron @jetperalta @eugelys ___ **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.** https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_L2-H4g3IXk [The Official Steemit Song By @Verbal-D, Feat. @Papa-Pepper & @EdgarStudio](https://steemit.com/music/@papa-pepper/verbal-d-s-the-official-steemit-song-featuring-edgarstudio-and-papa-pepper-music-video) ___

A Must Read Rap Verse Of Why I Love Hip Hop

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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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