Sounds of Summer theme this round inspired twelve (12) impactful, high-quality entries from Steemian producers from all over the world in Round #9 of Season Two of the #beatbattle . It sure made the judging an exhilarating experience with so many creative takes on the theme.
The judging panel of @chiefmappster, @beatseb, and @derekmiller thank you so much for all the time, effort , and resources that went into creating your entries.
Put that sunscreen and sunglasses on, step outside into nature and that sunshine, and enjoy these awesome creations from these Steemian producers in this ninth round of Season Two of the #beatbattle with the theme Sounds of Summer.
Remember the entries for the Beat Battle League are judged on:
Sound Quality: does the beat sound crispy, in speakers and headphones, is there cracking or recording errors? How loud can we play it before you notice quality issues? etc
Technicality: what are the skills you displayed in making this beat? The technical aspects of the your craft. The layers and sounds do they match? How many? etc
Creativity: how unique your entry is? How well it revolves around the universal theme? Holy smokes we have never heard that sound before? A creative video and/or artwork o yeahhhhh. Also, the amount of information, knowledge, and effort put into creating the entry and Steemit post come into consideration as well.
If you have any questions about the judging and/or your ranking, please always feel free to reach out to me on Discord. Entries created in the current time period are weighted accordingly.
Without further adieu, here are the results from S2:R9 of the Beat Battle League:
FIRST WINNER: @yamaagni with an average of 4.88 from the judging panel winning 8 STEEM and 45 SMOKE for 53 points.
https://dsound.audio/#!/@yamaagni/20180508t013832524z-take-me-back
O myyyyyyy what a first impression.
You came with the A+ summer beat with this entry.
Everything from the arrangement to the sounds you used to that EPIC saxaphone and marimba screams summertime.
You had the judging panel dancing and moving to this one. And it just brings such a positive and uplifting vibe to it. You have to snap and smile along to this one.
And the sound quality o myyy so top-notch. Sounds so clear and comes in so nicely in headphones and speakers. Much respect to you for that.
I especially love how you had the sax playing in the background and then slowly progressed the volume of it higher and higher until it was at the forefront of the entry around 2:07.
Congrats on the win with your first beat battle entry. Excited to hear more from you o weeeeee. You set the bar high with this one.
Support this winning Steemian here: @yamaagni/20180508t013832524z-take-me-back
SECOND WINNER: @paradigmprospect with an average of 4.83 from the judging panel winning 4 STEEM and 38 SMOKE for 42 points.
https://dsound.audio/#!/@paradigmprospect/20180509t041204964z-paradigm-prospector-bonfire-philosophy
Wow what an absolutely vivd summer atmosphere you create with this one.
From the fire crackling from a summer bonfire to that howl/call & insect noises in the background to that amazing guitar channeling that summer jam session.
And then you mix in that consciousness heightening vocal snippets from McKenna to throw that creativity and meaningfulness into the entry.
Love that vocal you bring in around 1:24 as well. Hits the soul and takes this to the next level in my opinion.
So cool your take on the theme. Such a high-quality entry. And that cover image o myy does that establish the setting and vibe of the entry so ideally.
Much love and respect for creating this and inspiring me.
Support this epic Steemian here: @paradigmprospect/20180509t041204964z-paradigm-prospector-bonfire-philosophy
THIRD WINNER: @d-vine with an average of 4.81 from the judging panel winning 2 STEEM and 35 SMOKE for 37 points.
https://dsound.audio/#!/@d-vine/20180506t144014877z-summer-feeling-by-d-vine-beat-battle-league-s2r9-dsound-community-initiative
Ayyyyyy we got that summer feeling with this one.
So cool how you can channel the spirit of the sun and summer with this entry.
Build up the mood with that first 0:58 and then hit us with that transition and then here comes that BASS LINE o weeeeee. That hits the soul right there around 1:16.
And then we are off dancing under the sun. Then you hit us with so many unique sounds (like the one at 2:30 and at 3:35) to keep our ears hooked.
Appreciate you putting in the time and effort to create over 6 minutes of high-quality audio production for this entry. What mastery.
Support this epic Steemian here: @d-vine/20180506t144014877z-summer-feeling-by-d-vine-beat-battle-league-s2r9-dsound-community-initiative
FOURTH WINNER: @mindseye-music with an average of 4.77 from the judging panel winning 1 STEEM and 28 SMOKE for 29 points.
https://dsound.audio/#!/@mindseye-music/20180507t221330733z-mindseye-summer-breeze-beat-battle-league-s2r9-i-sounds-of-summer
Wow wowwwwww what a distinct summer mood you create with this entry.
The combination of sounds creates an soundscape-esque summery vibe to this one.
Love that sound you bring in around 1:14 what an added summer vibe that adds. Same with that soundscape-esuqe transition starting around you bring in around 1:46.
And that segment starting at 2:06 and 2:42 yessss.
Appreciate you creating this masterful summer mood with this entry. What a talent you have.
Support this epic Steemian here: @mindseye-music/20180507t221330733z-mindseye-summer-breeze-beat-battle-league-s2r9-i-sounds-of-summer
COMMUNITY FAVORITE: @mindseye-music with $37.14 in community support, 27 upvotes, and 17 comments winning 20 SMOKE for 20 additional points.
https://dsound.audio/#!/@mindseye-music/20180507t221330733z-mindseye-summer-breeze-beat-battle-league-s2r9-i-sounds-of-summer
Support this epic Steemian here: @mindseye-music/20180507t221330733z-mindseye-summer-breeze-beat-battle-league-s2r9-i-sounds-of-summer
The following are the honorable mentions in order of ranking based off the judging panel off this specific theme:
@a4v with an average of 4.67 from the judging panel winning 18 SMOKE for a total of 18 points.
Man the OG brought a vibe with this one.
Such a cool collection of sounds you integrate in this one. From that synth to that sound you bring in around 0:38 to that sound at 1:13 o myyyyyy.
I absolutely love how this beat gets me head nodding and ready to rock.
Appreciate you taking the time to create this OG and get the community rocking.
Support this epic Steemian here: @a4v/20180507t191135090z-steemit-beat-battle-season-2-week-9-entry-summer-daze
@plugdeux with an average of 4.66 from the judging panel winning 17 SMOKE for 17 points.
Woahhhhhhhh what a vibe you create with this entry o myyy.
You no doubt channel that relaxed no responsibilities summertime vibe with this one.
What a way to intertwine a vinyl sample. Love the soul it brings to this entry. And those scratches throughout when a change-up happens so dope.
Love that segment around 2:23 man is that some soul right there and love how slow and peaceful that part is.
Appreciate you taking the time and effort to create such a smooth, soulful summer entry.
Support this epic Steemian here: @plugdeux/endless-sun-sma-beatbattle-s2-r9
@hilladigahackles with an average of 4.63 from the judging panel winning 16 SMOKE for 16 points.
https://dsound.audio/#!/@hilladigahackles/20180503t044827516z-beat-battle-league-s2r9-heavens-grape
Wow wow what a creative take on the theme by highlighting what makes it possible, the Sun :)
Love that energy you give us with that combination of bass (which hits so HARDDD), vocals, and other sounds you intertwine so nicely.
That segment around 2:10-2:35 builds us up and then you hit us with that full SUN SUN around at 2:53. What a creative arrangement.
And that video pumping to the beat is so dope. Definitely keeps you engaged and reiterates that sun.
Thank you for putting the time and effort into creating this awesome entry.
Support this epic Steemian here: @hilladigahackles/20180503t044827516z-beat-battle-league-s2r9-heavens-grape
@psionic-tremors with an average of 4.60 from the judging panel winning 15 SMOKE for 15 points.
https://dsound.audio/#!/@psionic-tremors/20180430t190730617z-what-time-is-it-beat-battle-league-s2r9-sounds-of-summer
"It's Summertime."
Ayyyy love how you intertwine these vocal snippets throughout. And wow is that first 0:54 so catchy and upbeat. Definitely reminds me of a summer time party vibe.
So cool what you do around 1:28 love that little break-up in the beat and then we are back at it.
Love what you do around 1:50-1:54 as well that would have that crowd going on the beach.
Appreciate you creating this entry on good ole FL Studio and sharing it with the community to enjoy. Much love and respect.
Support this awesome Steemian here: @psionic-tremors/20180430t190730617z-what-time-is-it-beat-battle-league-s2r9-sounds-of-summer
@onemedia with an average of 4.57 from the judging panel winning 14 SMOKE for 14 points.
https://musicoin.org/nav/track/0x1f2992acea92ad83efe532a565a80c54822f820a
@onemedia brings that funk, summer band's inspired entry to this round o myyyyyy.
This one melts away the negativity so that sunshine can shine through.
Love the funky element to this entry. That bass is so well done in my opinion.
And that switch-up at 1:11 takes you places o myyyy. That demanded my ears full attention.
Love the creative writing and how you describe your entry in your post. So captivating.
Definitely channeled that Led Zepplein-esque summer hit vibe with this one.
Much appreciation for taking the time out of your busy schedule to be involved. Much love and respect.
Support this epic Steemian here: @onemedia/splash-by-trash-juice-funk-metal-jazztronica-streaming-mp3
@studgriffin with an average of 4.57 from the judging panel winning 14 SMOKE for 14 points.
https://dsound.audio/#!/@studgriffin/20180508t015425485z-bittersweet-summer-beatbattle-s2r9
Holy smokes what a get ready for summer beat.
Love how you set the tone with that "summery horn" you have throughout the beat. And so dope how you intertwine so many dope sounds (like at 0:46 and 1:35 for example) and that deep bass (like around 0:55) to create this entry.
Appreciate you taking the time to create this BUMPIN beat and those sounds starting at 1:56 what a way to finish off the beat o weeee.
Much love and respect bud.
Support this epic Steemian here: @studgriffin/20180508t015425485z-bittersweet-summer-beatbattle-s2r9
@lefthouse with an average of 4.57 from the judging panel winning 13 SMOKE for 13 points.
https://dsound.audio/#!/@lefthouse/20180507t150226086z-cthulhu-beat-battle-league-s2-r9-sounds-of-summer
The judging panel could listen to your entry but I could not in time for whatever reason hence the lack of feedback. Sorry for the inconvenience bud.
Support this epic Steemian here: @lefthouse/20180507t150226086z-cthulhu-beat-battle-league-s2-r9-sounds-of-summer
@krazypoet with an average of 4.57 from the judging panel winning 13 SMOKE for 13 points.
https://dsound.audio/#!/@krazypoet/20180502t005056422z-a-positive-summer--beat-battle-league-s2r9
Woahhhhhhhh what a vibe.
Love that combination of piano, drum, and bass. Such an uplifting, vibration-raising beat from you.
Definitely got that summery vibe from this creation. And it definitely keeps you up and moving as well. Especially awesome when those summer rays are beating down on you.
Appreciate the dope cover image you created to go along side with this summery creation. What a positive beat.
Much love and respect bud.
Support this awesome Steemian here: @krazypoet/20180502t005056422z-a-positive-summer--beat-battle-league-s2r9
Here is my scorecard with two columns added to reflect average from entire judging panel of @chiefmappster, @beatseb, and @derekmiller and respective overall ranking in this week.
This concludes the results an analysis for Round #9 of Season Two of the Beat Battle League.
Stay tuned for tomorrow for the details of Round #10 of Season Two the #beatbattle .
Thanks again for another amazing round Steemians. You bless us with your hard work and dedication and we thank you for that. So much talent and passion in this community. Much love and respect.
The #beatbattle is part of the Steemit Music League which is a community with the goal of providing the most feedback, recognition, and rewards and possible all while bringing Steemians together.
Currently the following are the nine (9) contests in the Steemit Music League which is part of the Steemit Music Alliance (SMA) [click on contest/challenge name to go to most recent related information]:
| SMA | Contest Initiatives |
|---|---|
 | Steemit Music League Challenge (#smlchallenge) (Hosted by @chiefmappster): An open music contest for rappers, MCs, singers, vocalists, musicians, and producers. |
 | Beat Battle League (#beatbattle) (Hosted by @chiefmappster): A challenge for music producers to produce an entry based off a theme or sampled material for that round. |
 | SMA Feedback Contest (#smafeedback) (Hosted by @inthenow): A feedback-based contest for music. Provide music for feedback and/or provide feedback and get rewarded for doing so. |
 | Chord Challenge (#chordchallenge) (Hosted by @antminer): A weekly challenge for music producers to create music by using the provided chord progression. |
 | Kill The Pad Challenge (#killthepad) (Hosted by @jamesgetsit): A weekly topic text-based rap competition for creative writers to show their prowess as a lyricist. |
 | Educator Showdown (Hosted by @novili): A bi-weekly competition for people who make educational content revolving around music. |
 | Poetry Slam (#poetryslam) (Hosted by @jamesgetsit & @scuzzy): A weekly spoken word contest in the traditional poetry slam competition format. |
| Pitch Perfect (#pitchperfect) (Hosted by @alejandra23): A weekly challenge for original music creators. |
| Bands About Bands (#BandsAboutBands) (Hosted by @ftlob): A weekly music review contest covering bands and musicians on Steemit. |
The winner of the Steemit Music League is determined by the amount of points earned through League contests and challenges.
Another great way to connect and interact with the community is through the SMA (Steem Music Alliance) Discord channel.
You can connect and collaborate with other community members, play music live, get beats and tracks demoed, and listen to entries with others live via the SMA bot.
Live radio shows happening now with the Needle on Your Record Show by @d-vine, @onemedia and @seveaux every Wednesday at CET 8-10 PM (2PM-4PM EST). Send your tracks to @d-vine to get heard on the SMA radio.
Also, @movement19 has a radio show following the Needle on Your Record Show.
To join the Discord Channel go here: https://discord.gg/na8W5Wr
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