Hive Open Mic ( #openmic ) is a global community of music lovers, for music fans and musicians. Each week is a new invitation for expression and connection.
This was one of our finest weeks yet in the Hive Open Mic, in my eyes. Our theme was "New World," and so we collectively carried songs that envisioned the paradigm shifts that are happening globally.
Aligning with the "Eagle-Condor Prophecy," we're seeing a harmonious community bridging the two Americas. Many of the musicians are bilingual, able to speak some English and Spanish, and this is creating an opportunity for North Americans and South Americans to grow together as a global people. After all, we are a lot alike, sharing a common ground under us and the same sky above.
Speaking of which, I encourage all musicians and music fans to tune into a concert event taking place this Friday night: 432hz Concert + Curation, led by 
@yakoocordero
This week's spotlight shines on a "new bee" who joined Hive just last month.
English: The music I'm hearing here fills me with awe and peace of mind. These words elevate me to the heights, and this feeling is further enhanced by the harmonious vibration created between the musicians. The sound soothes and energizes at the same time, like a mountain river. This is the kind of musical vibration that will carry us gracefully into the new world.
Español: La música que escucho aquí me llena de asombro y tranquilidad. Estas palabras me elevan a las alturas, y este sentimiento se ve reforzado por la vibración armoniosa creada entre los músicos. El sonido alivia y energiza al mismo tiempo, como un río de montaña. Este es el tipo de vibración musical que nos llevará con gracia al nuevo mundo.
@jossavendano
English: The voice of
Español: La voz de
@bryandivisionsThis artist is on fire! Hive is hip, vibrant, and full of talent, thanks to people like him. He brings high-level artistry with high-level awareness, able to think and recite on the fly from the heights. I am exceedingly impressed and appreciative of his presence here. His poetry is powerful, pow! And full of wow.
@wildfamily
I'm grateful for the way
A tiny spider crawled up my arm and whispered this song into my heart.
@ylich
English: Last week's spotlight artist is back with another gem. This one introduces us to a musical genre called the bolero. It's a song called by Pedro Junco Jr, performed by our Hive brother, with his masterful voice and talents on the cuatro–the national instrument of Venezuela.
Español: El artista destacado de la semana pasada regresó con otra gema. Este nos introduce a un género musical llamado bolero. Es una canción llamada por Pedro Junco Jr, interpretada por nuestro hermano Hive, con su magistral voz y talento en el cuatro, el instrumento nacional de Venezuela.
@davidcentenor
English: I'm delighted to hear this artist's return to Hive Open Mic. He is exceedingly talented as a guitarist and vocalist. I admire the way he expresses himself with such finesse.
Español: Estoy encantado de escuchar el regreso de este artista a Hive Open Mic. Él es extremadamente talentoso como guitarrista y vocalista. Admiro la forma en que se expresa con tanta delicadeza.
@jubei333
Once more, here's a folk song with historical relevance to our "New World" theme. I'm always grateful for this artist's thoughtfulness surrounding our weekly theme, which gives musicians a chance to explore and express from the same headspace / heartspace. Fascinating story and song here.
@melor9
English: Hive Open Mic newcomer
Español: Hive Open Mic newcomer
@cabelindsay
My entry this week is a new myth, speaking of a New World that is created when two walks of life find each other in the wild. It's a story of courage, and willingness to explore the unknowns, opening doors to new possibilities.
Hive Open Mic showcases Hive's two most important facets: community connection and creative expression. Stepping up to the microphone is a true act of courage, and it deserves to be applauded, and rewarded. This week each artist earned 1.9 HBD as a bonus, through our tip jar, in addition to the upvotes they received individually.
This week's tip jar is extra rewarding thanks to generous upvotes by 
Joachim Horsley's "New World Rumba" is a blend of classical piano, upright bass, drum-kit and energetic hand drum percussion. Such a pleasure hearing and seeing this incredible live music performance, presented and preserved in such a sophisticated way. What would happen if each of us continued upping the presentation aspect of our performances? Oh my, I am inspired!
I appreciate the various ways this event stretches me musically and socially on a weekly basis. I'm listening to songs and styles I've never heard before. I'm discovering new artists with inspiring techniques. I get the feeling we're all making progress, sharing our art with the world. My heart is happy.
Note: Hive Open Mic - Week 13 is underway now, where the weekly theme is: "Awe Inspiring."
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