Well, I finally dunnit. For some reason, entering an open mic with a live up-close performance is infinitely more nerve wracking than playing in front of crowds, which I do every day.
OK I won't be coy. I know exactly why. Because in the moment at a good party, everyone's a little hazy with energy, social lubricants, general vibes, or perhaps substances. Because when I'm behind the DJ table, there's a wall of air and a speaker system between me and you.
In this case you're right in my sweaty, drenched face. I'd like to thank my non-air-conditioned studio and the Denver summers for my look today, which I call "Involuntary Glistening".
I look forward to presenting some original songs but I'm going to start out with a cover of the lovely Banks. Her songwriting is elegant, swooping and airy yet dark at the same time. Right up my alley.
Grateful for the chance to enter Steemit Open Mic Week 93. Click the link for more info!
If this doesn't reach top 5 this week at least .. I'm throwing all my cookies out my window... and cookies are a big deal to me... ! This is amazing @ill-esha! so nice , smooth and also in the mix.. clear and punchy.. this is very pro in all levels ! :D !! Keep the entries coming!!!
Right? What a performance!
this is Fiya!!
I on-boarded this beauty. Pretty sure I deserve a truckload of cookies for that wise move. ;)
Thank you loves. I appreciate your support
@zipporah on its way
You can keep your cookies, she won this week.
hugs cookies while feeling relief..... LOL!
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Really perfect voice you've got there... Awesome work :)
Thanks so much for checking it out!
I'm glad I caught a glimpse of the Helpie Discord chat to find this here song, @ill-esha! That was just wonderful and I just added you to my YouTube playlist! Thanks for that beautiful song, and thanks Helpie for being such an awesome collection of talents :-)
She's pretty damn special, isn't she? ;) Helpie is definitely that – so much talent in one place!
Everyone in Helpie is so nice! One of my fave discord communities
Helpie's an awesome place. Glad to have you with us!
Yes!!!! This is what I KNEW would happen!! You did it and now you're dazzling EVERYONE!
You have such charisma and an energy about you that is just so enjoyable to watch. Your voice is spot-on excellent, keys are amazing, the little snaps are infectious.. I am super happy that you did it! Go girl! Now sit back and enjoy the cheers. I'm sure you're used to that part at least!! ♥♥♥ CONGRATS! I'd say good luck but you don't need it!
Hugs!! Make it a weekly thing!
♥-Serena
I agree, on all counts! She 'skilled' it! :) Thanks for being so wonderfully supportive, sweet Serena. You truly are an angel.
It sounds great!
Congrats
OOhhhhh.... What a version !!!!
I loved it !!!!
Congrats !!
LOL ... !!!
I forgot that I had already commented ...
It seems that I also enjoyed it last time ;)
Well, congratulations @ill-esha! Your performance won this week.
You won some Steem which you'll find in your wallet and also a 5-card packet of SteemMonster cards with your name on it you can find on SteemMonsters.com
Click here to see who won Open Mic week 93
Absolutely beautiful!!! Never heard the original song but you have a great voice! There's just something about a woman and her keyboard that I love! ;) Good luck in Open Mic this week! You definitely deserve some love for this one!
What a voice!!!! Smooth, sweet and strong. Good luck! I see it in the top too 🌻🌻😘🌻🌻
Excellent. Loved it. I only sound okay in the shower. And even then.....my voice is sketchy.
Oh, hell yes!! I've been patiently awaiting this moment. It was definitely worth the wait. ;)
This was a fabulous way to show up, my dearest Elle. <3 Your voice is so gorgeous here, as per usual. I'm so accustomed to hearing you with all those glitchy boops and bass; it's so nice to hear you in a more stripped down, subtle fashion. I do wish I could see your hands playing those keys. You are playing keys, right?
Anyway – I'm super proud of you; as weird as that may sound! Welcome to the most amazing community on Steemit! ;) LOVE YOU!
Yeah and it's an absolute puzzler to try and find an angle that hits both my face and my hands. My desk is a weird semi-standing desk so my keyboard itself is actually semi hidden under another shelf, that I stick my hands under.. blergh. That is what i am doing!
Aw, yes...I know a little about finding the right angles! You've found a good one here, even if it cuts out your talented fingers. BTW – I love your 'Involuntary Glistening', but that's just me.
I'd suggest at least mentioning in your post that you're actually playing keys. Knowing that adds a significant element to its impressiveness. ;)
This is very beautiful @ill-esha ♡ i read that you were nervous in chat, you did such a great job regardless, you be able to tell at all.
Also fantastic song choice, love banks ♡
Thank you!!! She's a huge inspiration to me :) I love her melodies so much
WOOOOW! This is my favorite Banks track. You totally nailed it @ill-esha. Wonderful!!!!
Uuuuufff cantas muy bello, tienes mucho talento te felicito. Un abrazo
This is a great song. Lovely performance. I can hear this produced so many different ways, a good indicator of a great song.
Welcome. I can't wait to hear more.
Dope. So dope. Stoked to see more stuff, wanna hear your EDM tracks too! I wrote and performed pop-edm tracks with a DJ for some time as well after I finished up my first country EP and it was a blast. So much fun, miss those days.
Such a beautiful upper register, awesome job. Glad I stumbled across this on my daily rando-digging. 😁 Best of luck to you, keep it up!
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wow so much love, amazing, thank you!
WOW!
That's all I have to say right now...
awesome my friend
Stay positive and constructive even during tough times and keep working towards something better.
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your voice is so soothing =u= I can listen to this all night
Great cover! Love your voice! ❤️
@ill-esh, your song was selected to be part of the initial collection set of trading cards for the album of Steemit OpenMic.
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