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[Steemit Open Mic Week 79](https://steemit.com/openmic/@luzcypher/steemit-open-mic-week-79-see-who-played-open-mic-part-one)

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, & @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.* https://media3.giphy.com/media/xT9IgqsxbV3FbKZJVC/giphy.gif ___ https://youtu.be/UVQ4g6DoTeY **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 ___ https://youtu.be/7ZJGyY4jg0Y **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.* https://steemit.com/openmic/@lisamalletart/open-mic-week-79-or-lisa-and-rhavi-achologia-lucas-rosa-ft-tiago-rubens-cover ___ https://youtu.be/9QRSNl3Co3s **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 ___ https://youtu.be/NtbPlJaySuU **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.* https://steemit.com/openmic/@dannyhamilton/steemit-open-mic-week-79-i-m-going-home-danny-hamilton-original ___ https://youtu.be/e6c6uWQWBhw **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 : )** ___  https://youtu.be/O06jl89dkCU **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 ___ https://youtu.be/KPTkeQnxIhM **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 ___ https://youtu.be/l-pltYTClik **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 ___  https://youtu.be/KN4I4SgJbtg **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.* https://steemit.com/openmic/@roman.musica/steemit-open-mic-semana-79-manifiesto-victor-jara-cover-by-roman-musica ___  https://youtu.be/klkiyzUiB0s **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 ___  https://youtu.be/MP7HpVemSHo **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.* https://steemit.com/openmic/@darrenclaxton/steemit-open-mic-week-79-original-music-by-darren-claxton-reflected-in-your-eyes ___ https://youtu.be/0Kl028cboJY **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

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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 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.** 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) ___ ___ ___

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.

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