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Open Mic Winners From Week 74

Steemit Open Mic Rules

The cutoff date for entries is Friday 12 UTC TIME
Only 1 entry per person per week
"Steemit Open Mic Week 74" must the beginning of the post title.
"Steemit Open Mic Week 74" must be said at the beginning of your video and your username.
Live performances only specifically made for this contest
openmic must be the first tag
Add a link to your post in the comments of the contest post.
You must upvote this post.
If your song is an original song then add the word "Original" somewhere in your title
You can use DTube but include a YouTube link too.

Entries must follow these rules to earn prizes.

Thank you SO much Hive account@ausbitbank for creating the Hive account@openmic account and helping to get it funded with 20,000 Steem Power in under 24-hours! Awesome accomplishment that really helps us reward people who enter Open Mic.

A big shout out to Hive account@pfunk for sponsoring Steemit Open Mic and getting the word out with his post titled, Hey Did You Know There's A Weekly Steem Open Mic Contest --- by Hive account@pfunk

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I just want to remind everyone that votes are only part of the selection process. Entertainment value and performance is factored in too.

To learn more about the rules to entering the contest please read What Are The Rules To Enter Steemit Open Mic And Why Do We Have Rules Anyways

The coolest thing about Open Mic is it brings the Steemit community together and that is the whole point of this project.

Hive account@jessamynorchard started a new Facebook page for Steemit Musicians you can read about here or go straight to the page here. A lot of players from Steemit Open Mic are there. Thanks Hive account@jessamynorchard!

You can also meet up with us on Discord at The Steemit Local Musicians Society

Steemit Open Mic Judges

Please welcome Hive account@meno to the Steemit Open Mic Team!

Steemit Open Mic Is About Building A Community Of Musicians On Steemit Not About Winning --- by Hive account@luzcypher

New Rule For Entering Steemit Open Mic And The Open Mic Songwriters Challenge --- by Hive account@luzcypher

Looking For Developers To Help Build A Dedicated Open Mic Website Built On The Steem Blockchain --- by Hive account@luzcypher

Official Open Mic Or Passion Ground S Top 5 Entries For Week 74 --- by Hive account@passion-ground

Steemit S Official Open Mic Judge Verbal D S Top 5 Entries For Week 74 Original Blog --- by Hive account@verbal-d

Open Mic Week 74 Meno Top 5 Picks And Honorable Mentions --- by Hive account@meno

Open Mic Week 74 My Top 5 Judges Selection --- by Hive account@krystle

Openmic Week 74 Soundlegion Official Judges Picks --- by Hive account@soundlegion

Special thanks to Hive account@soundlegion, Hive account@krystle, Hive account@verbal-d, Hive account@passion-ground, and Hive account@meno for help judging the contest this week. Great job guys.

Steemit Open Mic is not about winning or losing, it's about building a connection on Steemit through music. Watching the collaboration happen online between musicians who played and met on Steemit Open Mic is very rewarding and many of the people who play and post earn some nice rewards for playing a song.

For many, it's easier to get some Steem in your tip jar by playing for Steemit Open Mic than it is to play music on the street.

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Winners from Steemit Open Mic Week 74

It was so hard picking winners every week even with 5 judges.

Honorable mentions this week in no particular order are: Hive account@chimtivers96, Hive account@chaifm, Hive account@trevorpetrie, Hive account@laurascarborough, Hive account@wilins, Hive account@mrbloom, Hive account@danielsandoval, Hive account@markaustin, Hive account@melissakellie, Hive account@crisvalquin, Hive account@etemi, Hive account@zipporah, Hive account@drewley, Hive account@roma.musica, Hive account@petrajordan, Hive account@edenmichelle, Hive account@kayclarity, Hive account@vera.carla, Hive account@danshawmusic, Hive account@caracortada, Hive account@tarotbyfergus, Hive account@pedromrmourato, Hive account@nestorchacin, Hive account@ridimic1, Hive account@abelfernandez, Hive account@jgvinstl, Hive account@rho-sama , Hive account@drewley, Hive account@silviagoh, Hive account@vanne, Hive account@camuel, Hive account@rickyaaron, Hive account@paulove, Hive account@afroadrianv, Hive account@nirtsfaty, Hive account@martinsandersuk, Hive account@builtinfire , Hive account@puralife, Hive account@pechichemena, and many more. We Love You All!

and the winners are...

1st Place

Steemit Open Mic Week 74 My Delirium Cover --- by Hive account@lucybanks

Easily one of your best performances thus far. I can tell you worked on this entry until you perfected it to the best of your ability and it was not for naught. I recognised true effort and careful singing and you know how much we enjoy your beautiful performances with that lulling voice you have been gifted with. You highlighted the tonalities that are true to your range without question as you pointed out, and the tight harmonies that guide your main vocal forward in this musical journey were such a treat. Great cover choice, as you bring the melancholic vibes fused with a dream state frequency that intwine into a wonder of a sound. This almost tops one of your original songs you submitted a while while back, and you came one hundred percent this week. So glad you shared this with us, this is indeed a winning entry no matter if you place or not. Looking forward to your next entry. - Hive account@verbal-d

I was in a magic spell from the first note until the end. Your voice is getting better each week right before my ears. I'm so happy you're playing each week and look forward to hearing your next performance. - Hive account@luzcypher

Holy hell this song is just perfection, your stunning vocals just stood out to me - I am such a fan of your voice and what you can achieve with it!

When I read your post and saw you were intentionally working on highlighting the haunting tones of your vocals, I was thrilled to hear you take it to the next level - the harmonies were just a divine addition.

I was flawed by your performance and I couldn't not place you, but then as things went on I was just drawn back to your entry time and time again - your singing has something magical about, the way you use your voice to full effect in songs like this sound phenomenal!

I know you know I love your singing and your entries, not sure I will ever tire of hearing your insane talents lovely - keep it up and as always I so look forward to more. - Hive account@krystle

2nd Place

Steemit Open Mic Week 74 Moon Hanging Low Original Song By Paintingangels Serena --- by Hive account@paintingangels

One of the highlights of my week I have to say, finding this tiny account that had not had too much activity for a while put this out there for us to listen it feels like finding a lotto ticket to me. I've been told more than once that I tend to gravitate to songs that make me cry. I have no intention of ever correcting such assertion, to me a song has to allow me to see into someone's soul, if only for a second.

The lyrics of this song are just beautiful, the melancholy, the hope to return to more simpler, happier days drawn out in a beautiful metaphor. I'm in love with this song, I've been listening to it for days now and I have no intention of stopping any time soon. - Hive account@meno

I just love that voice, seriously you drew me in with the emotional tone - but then that twang just worked so well, I just couldn't get enough this song and had to listen to it a few dozen times in a row.

Just a brilliant sound and combined with your amazingly unique vocals I just loved every second of it, I don't normally go for this style of music - but you just smashed it out perfectly and just really wow!

I hope to see a lot more of you in th>=e future, your voice is just phenomenal - keep up the amazing music, please I need more lol. - Hive account@krystle

I was hanging on every word of your song and definitely am longing for more. You have to play again and don't you ever dare delete that video performance. Ever! - Hive account@luzcypher

3rd Place

Steemit Open Mic Week 74 Neither Here Nor There Original Tom Ash --- by Hive account@tomashofficial

The first thing I noticed here was Tom’s rather skillful guitar intro, - and in a non-standard “custom tuning” no less! Thereafter, the lyrics and melody he begins to sing in the first verse have all of the earmarks of an instant “hit!”

Not only is this song truly outstanding by every artistic measure, what truly takes this performance over the top, are Tom’s dominance and mastery of his instrument, which he exhibits while flawlessly man-handling his guitar with an extraordinary level of grace and swag that is strikingly captivating, and simply a pleasure to behold.

The way he drops his left hand in rhythm with the music and returns it precisely where it needs to be without missing a beat is truly jaw-dropping – along of course with his incredible finger-picking!

His instrumental bridge is unique and it tied the whole composition together quite beautifully. The false ending is pure icing on the cake – what a fantastic effect!

Everyone really needs to listen to, study, and watch this one very closely. There is so much here to be in awe of, and so much here to learn from.

This is pure entertainment and artistry across the board! Quite a stellar composition and performance, Tom! Awesome, brother! This one is worthy of a “Golden-Mic Award!” - Hive account@passion-ground

Why is this song not being played on the radio? I will tell you why... Because mainstream radio has absolutely no clue what quality songwriting is all about. This song is just a treat to my ears, brilliant lyrics, excellent guitar work and a delivery that needs absolutely nothing added.

In my view if this song is ever produced it needs absolutely nothing than the guitar and the voice, adding anything to it would be heresy of the highest kind. Absolutely brilliant. - Hive account@meno

You played this so wonderfully and near effortlessly. This was a naturally, well put together original that provides insight to the feelings that bring us down, yet is contrasted with the uplifting chords of your soothing guitar. If only couples within relationships could communicate in this matter to help mend the issues that tear those once in love apart. A profound string of lyrics that really hit me with deep reflection was All I ever wanted was to be loved,
But all I ever needed was to give love. Your experienced tenor voice really delivers swiftly the painfully raw emotions across. This was really a brilliant performance and you just keep rolling out high quality entries that continue to make us judge's second guess and rearrange our lists. Thanks for keeping the standards high for the Open Mic Contest, thanks for this gem as well, and looking forward to what you come up with next. - Hive account@verbal-d

4th Place

Steemit Openmic Week 74 Original Knew Better --- by Hive account@addiesworld

"As one of our profilic and highly talented original songwriters, you are no stranger to being placed in our top 5 lists. You have the qualities of a true performer. You pour your all into every entry, soul mind, heart, and everything in the kitchen sink lol It's not just the tonality of your silk smooth lamentations, or your high energy vibes of positivity in your vast selection of originals, it is your ability to craft catchy melodies, which for a lot of original artists, seems to be a difficult task. You have gotten the formula down naturally and your entries are engaging without being overly repetitive. When conviction and passion bring to life the creations you have mapped out, it is just an instant connection with your moving pieces that are filled with stories and emotions we all can relate to. I should have Knew Better, when I clicked on your video it would be something profound and worthwhile. Thanks for sharing with us yet again another gem. Looking forward to your next entry. - Hive account@verbal-d

As I said this week was all about our super talented female vocalists for me, your song was just amazing lovely - I loved every second of it.

It's such a thrill to get to hear some more of your original music, each time you blow me away - I never know how it can keep getting better and better and yet here we are and yet again I struggle to find the words to adequately describe the brilliance of you, your music and your voice!

You keep stepping it up each time and I love that, you have some sheer talent wrapped in awesome - all topped off with the voice of an angel, I can listen to this for weeks non stop.

I always look forward to seeing what else you have tucked up that sleeve of yours, love your music hun - keep blowing my mind <3 - Hive account@krystle

5th Place

Steemit Open Mic Week 74 Funny Story Funky Didge Lapsteel Slide 1 Man Band Lucky Man Story Nathan Kaye --- by Hive account@nathankaye

Nathan Kaye is just crazy talented – period! In addition to all of his artistic ability, he has been blessed with the gifts of a skilled entertainer! The live sound he creates as a one-man-band is over-the-top captivating, and such a joy to behold! He also possesses a quite polished ability to speak and tell stories in rather engaging fashion, all whilst never missing a beat of the underlying entertainment occurring amid the accompanying music he simultaneously performs. His original, “Lucky Man Story,” is the epitome of such extraordinary talents; there isn’t a song more appropriate to showcase the sheer wonder that is Nathan Kaye! Loved this every which way from Sunday, mate! “Strailia” & “Murika” – what a winning combination! And, it’s over!! Ha! Quite brilliant, Nathan! - Hive account@passion-ground

Lo and behold, I can definitely say I completely relate to this song personally, hands down. It's hard to argue with anyone your multi-talented range in so many areas of artistic presentation, you have gripped so many's attention with this one. This was such a great original jam, and you have a skilful way of controlling the tempo and fluidity of your music while displaying your storytelling aptitude. You nailed it all, from the percussion to the wonderful array of instruments and your rocking vocals that drive this insightful message of how blessed a man can be to have such a woman who draws so much attention. I loved the section of the man doing the handstand on a beer can, impressing those who were passerbys and you were expecting something profound from him, but got the same reply. Sometimes it's like that, and this brought me back down memory lane, and I am sure these situations will be expected to occur in the near future. I have a beautiful wife by my side, we met in San Francisco, had many walks throughout the city just like your song describes lol go figure right? Perfect song for us. This song was just a nice reminder to tie it all in and with the skills you have honed and perfected, let's just say the women could have been talking to your ex about you, the way the men were speaking to you about her as well. lol Thanks for this super energetic and memorable entry. Looking forward to your next one. - Hive account@verbal-d

I have to admit Nathan is the definition of a show man, I've been so entertained by his entry this is the third time playing it today for me, and its 7 minutes long. Aside from the pyrotechnics and the musical somersaults, what I love about Nathan is his ability to transmit emotion, I felt as if I was there, as I saw it too and I'm just watching him tell the story to my friend who did not see these events.

You have to treat yourself and feast your eyes and ears with his performance. I would suggest to not be drinking while you do, specially around minute six. I spat my drink out the first time, it was just hilarious!! - Hive account@meno

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