Steemit Open Mic Week 125

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, Hive account@krystle, Hive account@soundlegion, Hive account@meno, and Hive account@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. Hive account@k0wsk1's "Under Control" By The Internet Cover Cover Song

You certainly had everything under control for this really smooth entry this week. You always find refreshing and new cover songs to bring to the forefront. The chorus is very catchy and you deliver it so well. Thanks for sharing this gem, looking forward to what you perform next.

https://steemit.com/dtube/@k0wsk1/w5rz47av

2. Hive account@roman.musica's "Allí Estará Tu Abrazo" By Castañas De Cajú Cover Song

Another memorable Hive account@roman.musica's moment of serenading. You lull your calming voice through this pleasant sounding entry with peace-inducing notes and gentle guitar accompanying. The music for this piece is quite beautiful and worth noting and recognising. The overflowing layers of musicality is what won me over, great cover choice bro. Thanks for sharing this gem, looking forward to your next.

https://steemit.com/openmic/@roman.musica/steemit-open-mic-semana-125-alli-estara-tu-abrazo-por-roman-musica-cover

3. Hive account@wilins' "Yo Soy Mi Orilla - I Am My Shore" Original Song

Your emotionally filled lamentations can tear the hearts of the most prideful of people. You really know how to implement true, raw feelings into your music and this is no exception. The experience is tangible and your vocal style draws the listener in immediately. Definitely an original worth many listens, you picked up the pace towards the latter half of this entry and it was such a treat to the ears. Thank you for sharing your wonderful music, looking forward to your next original.

https://steemit.com/dtube/@wilins/njqsbxtk

4. Hive account@kayclarity's "To the Moon & Back" By Savage Garden Cover Song

Your beautiful voice has a range of here to the moon and back. You bring a special dynamic of care and powerful passion to the open mic with your amazing singing and playing. Everything just seems to fall into place as you storytell through your originals or cover songs. This is another high quality entry added to your repertoire and I thoroughly enjoyed the way you glazed the ends of each line with that renowned vibrato. Keep up the amazing music my friend, thanks for sharing this gem, we are looking forward to your next one.

https://steemit.com/openmic/@kayclarity/steemit-open-mic-week-125-to-the-moon-and-back-by-savage-garden

5. Hive account@mariajruizb's "Angel Para Un Final" By Silvio Rodríguez Cover Song

You two have so much chemistry to produce really inspiring music. Your powerful voice rings true and lingers in the ears as time passes through. This song really shows your strength in vocal capability, and I really enjoyed the interweaving of your singing with Hive account@danieldedosd2's wonderful guitar accompanying. The melodies and chords for this piece are very deep and profound, and the poetic lyrics tell the story of an angel that takes the voice away from others, yet in contrast, your explosive voice is loud and clear! Thanks for this gem, looking forward to your next one.

https://steemit.com/openmic/@mariajruizb/steemit-open-mic-week-125-angel-para-un-final-cover-por-mariajruizb

Honourable Mentions

My Top 7 In A Particular Order : )

1. Hive account@dreamrafa's "Untitled" By Echoes Original Song

https://steemit.com/openmic/@dreamrafa/steemit-open-mic-week-125-untitled-original-by-echoes

2. Hive account@davidcentenor's "Ya Lo Pasado Pasado" By José José Cover Song

https://steemit.com/openmic/@davidcentenor/steemit-openmic-week-125-cover-de-ya-lo-pasado-pasado-de-jose-jose-interpretado-por-davidcentenor

3. Hive account@xxxplasticman's "Steppin' Stone" By The Monkees Cover Song

https://steemit.com/openmic/@xxxplasticman/steemit-openmic-week-125-cover-steppin-stone-by-the-monkeys

4. Hive account@danieldedosd2's "Con Hijo Incluido" By Buena Fe Cover Song

https://steemit.com/openmic/@danieldedosd2/steemit-openmic-week-125-cover-de-con-hijo-incluido-de-la-agrupacion-buena-fe-by-danieldedosd2

5. Hive account@jumpmaster's "One Man Band" By Old Dominion Cover Song

https://steemit.com/openmic/@jumpmaster/steemit-open-mic-week-125-one-man-band-by-old-dominion

6. Hive account@thesimpson's "Where Is My Mind?" By The Pixies Cover Song

https://steemit.com/openmic/@thesimpson/steemit-openmic-week-125-where-is-my-mind

7. Hive account@edwardstobia's "Full Circle" Hive account@passion-ground Cover Song

https://steemit.com/dtube/@edwardstobia/o8zfbp9e

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 125

Hive account@zeitli Hive account@fishyculture Hive account@ylich Hive account@elisonr13 Hive account@dougalporteous Hive account@tarotbyfergus Hive account@derekrichardson Hive account@rogeviolinista Hive account@rodrigo98 Hive account@siomarasalmeron Hive account@lynnm Hive account@mayneth Hive account@montanacellist Hive account@lk666 Hive account@alfredmusic Hive account@kkarenmp

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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Steemit's Official Open Mic Judge @Verbal-D's Top 5 Entries For Week 125 (Original Blog)