Steemit Open Mic Week 91 Part 1
Steemit Open Mic Week 91 Part 2
Steemit Open Mic Week 91 Part 3
THIS WEEK HAD 218 VALID ENTRIES!
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, 
You are one of the most underrated vocalists/talent music aficionados and high energy/passionate performers within our open mic community, and you don't enter often but when you do, you draw a crowd. I literally wait for those weeks where you enter, because I know you will not hesitate to bring your all and unleash a focused blast of passion and lasting impression making music. You always raise the bar and have consistently showed your skill and prowess in these genres. You embodied the feeling of this original song 100% and changed the tonality and aggression at all the right areas. You rocked the deep lyricism you always pen into your compositions with intense intentions and your climactic style of singing is very effective. Thank you for sharing this powerful song with us, and ripping the veil for us to these raw and real emotions you pour out. You are openmic's very own rockstar and you wield this title without hesitation. Looking forward to your next original.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@novumorganon/steemit-open-mic-night-91-original-song-fade
Very few take the time, effort and precision to submit back to back to back complex and intricate, high quality songs, and original at that! Your musical style is so catchy, very laid back and groovy. That reggae bounce is forever intwined in the rhythmic heartbeat of your entries. Your great vocals deliver real flow and the highlights are your harmonic prowess and being able to capitalise on the momentum you build. This was a bit shorter than I would have liked, but still captivated me from start to finish. You layer with skill and transition very well. You add so much inspiration and value to our open mic community, thank you for another fresh gem and looking forward to what you bring forth next.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@ilazramusic/wxl0oo9x
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This is the representation of a beautiful fusion. Both talented musicians are respectfully adept and massively skilled in their departments. Shavon Bonnie Legion, our good friend and fellow open mic judge is an all around powerhouse of gifts, from singing, songwriting, guitaring and more, and Said Barid is a prolific, and highly capable original pianist composer as he is a songwriter as well. This was an extremely touching and sentimentally moving, passionate performance. The emotions are raw and tangible within the musicality of this poetic piece. I loved everything about this, from the chemistry, to the harmonies, to the melodic flows and simplistically realness of what a touched soul can express. Thank you for sharing this collaborative masterpiece, definitely looking forward to hearing more in the future.
I may be mistaken, but I believe this is your first original showcase of your music? If yes, or if not, it is still a very sweet sounding song, sensual and serenading. You definitely took your slow and precious time creating this wonderfully pleasing creation. The translation you provided delves into a poetic description of how love has depth and is intertwined with time, and love does strengthen as the years mature such a genuine feeling and expression. Sometimes it takes a journey with the tides of a lifelong experience to discover the power of love. Nice and slow is a great motto, never rushing into anything as the tumultuous tides of a heavy storm pushes waves crashing onto the shore. Thanks for this original gem, and sharing your gift of music, definitely looking forward to more original music from you.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@siomarasalmeron/ctm7bc5u
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This was a very clean cover choice bro. You put that warm falsetto to good use with this song, showcasing your range effortlessly and coating the vibes with smooth guitar playing. Michael Jackson is definitely honoured with how you performed this with your own soulful and passionate approach, making this your own. Thank you for taking music so seriously and perfecting your craft to deliver it at this high level each time you submit. It does not go overlooked or under appreciated. You keep improving over time and inspire all the male singers to work on their falsettos as well. We all got love for the bassier, baritone styles, but to hit those notes that you do is not an easy task. It takes time and practice and you brought this song to life. Thanks for sharing this gem and looking forward to what you perform next.
Honourable Mentions
My Top 7 In A Particular Order : )
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@dianakyv/steemit-openmic-week-91-la-fogata-by-dianakyv
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https://steemit.com/openmic/@nadabrahmasounds/or-or-or-steemit-open-mic-week-91-or-or-or
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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 91
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
"Barz"
"M.A.S.H. Theme"
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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Next Post coming tomorrow