Thanks to everyone who entered and supported Open Mic Week 69. Community support for Open Mic has been tremendous and is one of many projects bringing the music community together on Steemit. Merry Christmas everyone!
Open Mic Winners From Week 69
Steemit Open Mic Rules
- The cutoff date for entries is Friday
- Only 1 entry per person per week
- "Steemit Open Mic Week 69" must the beginning of the post title.
- "Steemit Open Mic Week 69" must be said at the beginning of your video
- 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
Entries must follow these rules to earn prizes.
Thank you SO much @ausbitbank for creating the @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 great big thanks to @xeldal who delegated over 20,000 Steem Power to my account in support of Steemit Open Mic. Great news for people entering the contest because now an upvote rewards you more.
A big shout out to @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 @pfunk
Vote For Pfunk For Witness And Keep Steemit Open Mic Growing Strong We Need Your Help Now --- by @luzcypher
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.
@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 @jessamynorchard!
You can also meet up with us on Discord at The Steemit Local Musicians Society
Steemit Open Mic Judges
New Rule For Entering Steemit Open Mic And The Open Mic Songwriters Challenge --- by @luzcypher
Looking For Developers To Help Build A Dedicated Open Mic Website Built On The Steem Blockchain --- by @luzcypher
Openmic Week 69 Top 5 Judges Picks Sound Legion --- by @soundlegion
Official Open Mic Or Passion Ground S Top 5 Entries For Week 69 --- by @passion-ground
Steemit S Official Open Mic Judge Verbal D S Top 5 Entries For Week 69 Original Blog --- by @verbal-d
Open Mic Week 69 My Top 5 Judges Selection --- by @krystle
Special thanks to @soundlegion, @krystle, @verbal-d, and @passion-ground 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.
Steemit Open Mic Trending Posts
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Winners from Steemit Open Mic Week 69
It was so hard picking winners every week even with 5 judges.
Honorable mentions this week in no particular order are: @puralife, @klynic, @melavie, @edward-ong, @orrslaw, @mogatiexperiment, @javierdunn, @kjablonski, @kendramoriah, @danieldyemusic, @branhmusic, @addiesworld, @lucybanks, @danieldyemusic, @senzenfrenz, @yonderarrietajr2, @yourmercury, @amai, @phait, @melodeons, @fax4u, @iqbalubit, @melavie, @drewley, @williamsreinoso, @angelofmercy, @outoftune, @marcusings, @justinzidi, @edward-ong and many more. We Love You All!
and the winners are...
1st Place
Steemit Open Mic Week 69 Let Her Go Cover Passenger --- by @hanlovello
*Well the playing here is just a perfect example of precision execution, you caught my attention within moments and I love this entry and unique rendition so very much.
I am not to sure (with so many new entrant it's hard to keep track), but if I'm not mistaken this would be one of your first entries into the Open Mic contest - well firstly welcome and secondly wow you kicked arse, right off the bat with this entry!
You have an amazing vocal timber and control that you displayed to great effect during this entry, you created a new sound for a song I absolutely love and you made it your own in the process.
Your playing was just phenomenal, you have some serious skills there and I can't wait to hear more from you in the future.* - @krystle
*This guy just covered all of my scoring bases from production quality, entertainment value, musical dynamics, passion, persona, and overall quality - I mean, geez, come on already... - this rendition of "Let Her Go" was simply thru-the-roof on every single one of my scoring criteria benchmarks!
@hanlovello’s musical performance speaks far louder than words could ever describe. Just take a listen, and see for yourselves - precisely what it is to which I am referring here. Yep, that’s exactly why he took my number 1 spot this week. Congratulations, brother – you’ve earned it!* - @passion-ground
2nd Place
Open Mic Week 69 Aqualung Cover Brighter Than Sunshine --- by @luisferchav
As I generally alluded to in my reflexive comments beneath his post, - this rather gifted member of our most esteemed "Songwriter's Challenge Community" simply blew me away!. I truly could not believe that this was a "cover" and not one of his "original" compositions! I've never heard this song before, and Luis's rendition thereof made me love it like no other! Not simply "the song itself" but rather the creative and unique rendition that Luis has graced us with here. As such, yet another "cover" has found its way into my number 2 spot here in week #69. Check it out, you're gonna love it! - @passion-ground
"Brighter Than Sunshine" By Aqualung Cover Song
Brighter than sunshine? Or Better than Aqualung? I might go with both on this one. You have provided so many quality entries it is getting pretty ridiculous bro lol People know you are super passionate and skilled within your vast limitations :) Many might be saying, "Ok, now this guy is just showing off lol" You truly do this cover song justice and then some. Almost like a radio ready live recording, I've always appreciated your attention to detail and concise precision that a perfectionist aims for in music. How can anyone not feel better after vibing out to the positive rays of brightness and serene frequencies this provides the soul? This definitely has a high replay value, and I shall be revisiting this one along with many of my other favourite top picks. Thanks for the good vibes and the awesome high standard entry once again. Keep them rolling out please. - @verbal-d
3rd Place
Steemit Open Mic Week 69 Kaleidoscope Grey Original Song --- by @zipporah
Your very first entry is quite compelling, and you have a very sweet songbird style of singing. Your guitar strumming and how your have structured this song is very intentional and effective to command my attention and compassion. Even without the revealing and inspiring explanation given on your post, this song definitely speaks volumes of the human perspective within the conditions of a encapsulating depression and limited mobility. The pain and the raw exposure of your experience and the vicious circle that seems to swirl about your beautiful soul is what makes this more gripping. I am truly humbled to see the strength you are showing to provide a bit of light on the situation you are currently dealing with. Lyrics are extremely important to me in my eyes as a songwriter, you have infused a self reflecting and vulnerable string of poetry that glimmer with a lining of hope. I pray God does have mercy upon you. Thank you for taking the leap to share this wonderful gem with us all. You have a community here on Steemit, and I wish you nothing but the best, and improved health in every aspect. - @verbal-d
4th Place
Steemit Open Mic Week 69 Mario S Let Me Love You Cover --- by @mrprecious
*Mr. “P” has become somewhat of an overnight sensation here amid the Open-Mic community - and for a very good reason at that! This week, he simply got the better of me with his move toward a little bit of "R&B" as it were, (which of course, translates to "Rythmn and Blues" for those not quite familiar with the reference). He talks about "connecting" in his post - and I couldn't agree with him more! Connect he did - (with me anyway)! After you click play and listen to this, I guarantee you'll be going "R&B" in no time flat! Hat's off, Mr. Precious - you continue to live up to your handle, my brother! Much love * - @passion-ground
5th Place
Steemit Openmic Entry Week 69 Shontelle Impossible Cover By Etemi --- by @etemi
"Impossible" By Shontelle Cover Song
You hoped we liked it? This was amazingly moving! This is an easy call for me. You have the gift to convey the raw emotions from your past experiences and tether them seamlessly with that blessing of a voice you have been given from God. The feelings you instill in this awe inspiring performance are riveting with profound tangibility. Us in the audience, as your listeners, respect and are attentive to your impacting lamentations. Your soul-filled vocals, your facial expressions, your guitar accompanying, your genuine conviction and the tunnel vision you experience towards the latter half of the video all encompass the passion and seriousness you take with sharing music. Even that slight pause in the middle, you recovered so well, and gained some serious momentum like a professional! Big kudos and appreciation, and thank you once again for another great entry. We look forward to what you do next. - @verbal-d
Here's a screenshot of the prizes transferred to the winners this week.
Congratulation Everyone And Thanks For Playing Steemit Open Mic
Steemit Open Mic Week 69 See Who Played Open Mic Part One --- by @luzcypher
Steemit Open Mic Week 69 See Who Played Open Mic Part Two --- by @luzcypher
Steemit Open Mic Week 69 See Who Played Open Mic Part Three --- by @luzcypher
Congratulations guys! Thanks again to everyone that entered. Thank you @pfunk for sponsoring Open Mic with 320 Steem donation for each week! Very generous of you.
Vote And Enter Open Mic Week 70 by Following This Link
Steemit Open Mic Week 70 Record Your Performance And Win Steem Sponsored By Pfunk And Luzcypher --- by @luzcypher
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New Rule For Entering Steemit Open Mic And The Open Mic Songwriters Challenge --- by @luzcypher
Sound Legion Steemit Music Community Open Mic Judge What I Look For In A Openmic Entry My Musicial Journey Outline --- by @soundlegion
Letter To New Musicians On Steemit Lessons Learnt In 6 Months Of Being Here --- by @chaifm
Official Open Mic Songwriters Challenge Or Passion Ground S Best Of Songwriters Season 1 --- by @passion-ground
A Letter To Openmic Openmic Songwriters --- by @mcmusic
What Are The Rules To Enter Steemit Open Mic And Why Do We Have Rules Anyways --- by @luzcypher
Behind The Scenes Look At The Steemit Open Mic Selection Process How We Pick The Top 3 Entries --- by @luzcypher
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Incredible, week 70 and getting bigger every week. Some great music this week, I'm starting to find my favourites.
Full of flu this week so I may have a late entry if I can get it together. If not I get to enjoy everyone else!
Here we are now! ENTERTAIN US!!!!
Woah!!! is it my birthday or something???
First I get @Krystle's incredibly generous gesture, completely unexpected by the way!
And now I see your great gorilla announcer in my post replies hahaha!
I really wasn't expecting anything like this, wow!!! I'm so happy you guys enjoyed my performance :)
Congratulations to all the other winners! Especially @hanlovello! dude you killed on your entry! I would have missed your entry if not for @krystle's post!
Thank you so much @luzcypher!!! This community is this great thanks to you and the awesome people you work with in the judging process!!
Thank you so much to @passion-ground and @verbal-d and @krystle and @soundlegion for all of your hard work! I know it has to be really difficult going through all of the entries(the number is getting ridiculous!), let alone choosing only 5 winners!
This started out as a great day and it got so much better so suddenly, I have no idea where to go from here! hahaha
Congrats!
Thanks again for the winnings... Congratz everyone who made the list and participate.. I cant even believe that I came out top 5.
Will always forever be. Grateful to the community... Thanks to all the judges thats to the host... I am short of words...
Congratulations!
Thanks sir
Wow :o
I'm truly astounded! Didn't expect this at all..
Thanks so much, @luzcypher, for putting on this great showcase and giving such a great platform for Steemit musicians to share their art - I really enjoyed listening to all of the entries - there's some absolutely fantastic talent out there!
Also I'd like to say thanks for all of the kind words from judges and the community - I'm really happy to share my love of music with you all :)
I've actually created a new account specifically for music - @tomashofficial - so you can follow me there for future open mic entries, should you wish to hear more ^^
Big thanks and much love!
Peace, love, music, crypto
Tom x
Cool, thanks for letting me know of the new account and congratulations.
I am honoured to be given such recognition on this platform!!! 😘😂
Congratulations!
absolutely great winners. There is so much talent to choose from. Wonderful final picks. Great work @luzcypher
These are all so amazing!
You too baby you are frigging amazing
Awww thanks!
https://steemit.com/@barcejack
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Thank you to all judges for taking the time! Congrats to the winners!
Very lovely post.
This talent is inspiring!
Congrats to @mrprecious and @etemi for coming out top 5 once again .. More to come
Thanks dear lool.
As in ehn
I learned a secret lesson this week that I might one day share in the form of an entry.
hi all friends, i @vardy also participate in this open mic contest @luzcypher
Steemit Openmic Week 70 (LDR) Cover:
Congratulations to this weeks winners - thanks for a great competition @Luzcypher - greetings from Las Vegas
congratulations :)
congratulations to the winners and to all of us who participate because we are all winners, let's continue making music and keep growing together ...
It's taken me a minute to really absorb this, to let myself feel it completely. To say that I'm deeply humbled is an understatement. I know it may seem like a relatively small thing, but...for someone who's been keeping her voice hushed for so long – it means the world. @luzcypher, @passion-ground, @soundlegion, @verbal-d – THANK YOU for including me in your selections. I'm sincerely honored by your recognition and emboldened to keep at it. It's safe to say...you'll be hearing more from me in the coming weeks. Deep bows of gratitude.
https://steemit.com/openmic/@chimtivers96/steemit-open-mic-week-70-gold-original-song-by-chimtivers96
My little contribution for this week, thank you guys so much for all the work and effort :)
Wow, you're really getting some great music flooding in for the @openmic, it really is sooooooooooooo good.
I've had some personal issues that got in theway of me entering last week, but I'm just now going to try and record a contribution for this weeks show.