David C. Deal
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David C. Deal

Defiance, Ohio, United States | SELF

Defiance, Ohio, United States | SELF
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“Don’t miss out on the Deal….DAVID C. DEAL, That is…TRANSFORMATIONS” – Rob Grant

David C. Deal – Transformations I purchased this CD from David 3 weeks ago and I have listened to it, well over a dozen times. I knew I would want to write a review for him, but I wanted to get a true feel for the whole CD. The very first day I put it in my player, I found myself cranking it up, as each song played. I knew I was going to like this CD, but I had no idea, how much it would grow on me. With each listen, I picked up more depth of the music and more feel of each of the players involved. This was no “indie” artist CD I was listening to, this was as good as any CD I ever listen to. The quality of production, arrangement and musicianship was stunning me. Now, I hate to use artists to compare sounds, but this CD has styles ranging from Alan Parsons, Styx, Pink Floyd to a Disney Movie or a Broadway Production. The CD opens with a Beautiful instrumental, featuring piano and flutes…….a very classical proggy ambient piece of music. This is followed by a heavier rock piece, with a touch of Styx influence, sung by Les Brooke, who has a fantastic voice. His 3rd track features the vocals Cynthia Lugo, who has an extremely beautiful voice. She also sings 3 other tracks on this CD and does so, with various styles of progressive rock, broadway, pop, blues and movie. She sings with such strength, you can’t help, but be moved by her emotions. I don’t mean to single out just a couple of the artists, because all of the players on this CD are TOPS at their instruments. David is the composer of all of the songs and the main player of keyboards on this CD. There are NO lame tracks and the CD moves quickly by and you’re starting over, before you know it. The song arrangement is excellent, to keep the flow of music just right. I HIGHLY Recommend this CD, for those who LOVE good music, in a rock style………It’s progressive and it’s very pleasant listening. It’ll get heavy, at times, but it’s never overbearing. I give this CD…ALL of the Stars, I possibly can….+++++ Laughing David!!! Thanks, for the GREAT Music……..and at $10.99, ya can’t beat the price either……hehehehehehhe OH YEAH!!!! The packaging is PROFESSIONAL….SUPER!!! I couldn’t believe how nice it was. It’s the best “indie” CD packing, I’ve ever gotten and as good as any pro artists, as well. Rob Grant

“Transformations” is one of those `must have` CD’s” – Chris Bishop

“Transformations” is one of those `must have` CD’s … its a spiritually moving journey that allows `Reflection` of self, but also allows us insight into David Deal too.
I used the word `Reflection` for good reason, as many of us reach a point in our lives where we become aware of greater things than self, but we need to find ourselves through reflection to see this … it allows us to `see` with eyes a new.
Of course not everyone will experience this `Transformation` and for those that do, their journey will tell a different story, but for those with eyes to see, will regardless relate with ease and comfort as we follow David’s awakening or revelation.
Many talented musicians have helped create the story of David’s transformation, and once you’ve listened to this new Album you quickly become aware of a oneness of understanding that’s very much needed to create such an outstanding musical works.
Congratulations to the talented David Deal, and all those helping to transcribe David’s love and understanding.
Chris Bishop . . . . Administrator: http://popspace.co.uk/
Sound Engineer and Music Producer

“I am….BLOWN AWAY!!!” – Rob

David, I have to tell you something. First……yes, I have been listening to your music, for as long as I have known you here….and I have enjoyed it. BUT!!! Putting your music on, in a CD form and listening to it in it’s full content and context…….and having a superbly packed CD, in hand……DAVE!!! I am….BLOWN AWAY!!! I have to tell you. I ordered your CD and one from a band called UNIFAUN, from myspace. They are a GENESIS sounding band. I was very anxious to hear them, as well. Out of loyalty, I decided to listen to yours first, but thought, since I already knew your music, I might listen to a few tracks and anxiously put on the other. DAVE!!! This didn’t happen. I was SO ENTRANCED by your CD and the music and everything about it, it’s going to stay right where it is. I LOVE IT!!! Dave…….I will be doing a Review BLOG for your at MIX, as soon as I have had a few listens. EXCELLENT WORK and the other CD will have to wait, until I’m ready to listen to something else. I hope you understand what I mean and don’t take this the wrong way. I also have a few PROG friends on the NET that will be made fully aware of your CD.
Rob

Testimonial by Michael Foster

[Transformations] it is a really amazing and most ambitious effort. So many excellent instrumental movements in this one…nice electric guitar work…a beautiful transition to a great sounding acoustic guitar…excellent drums and bass througho - Various


"Various Reviews"


Gina on Transformations (posted on Mixposure.com)
"Do you remember when music was so meaningful to you that it changed your life?"

Well, I do.
And these are words written by David C Deal, that you will find on his artist page-- an excerpt from his own "Transformations" CD. Perhaps reading through his message, "A word from David about Transformations," will send you on a journey, in and of yourself, like no other that you have experienced.
It's a journey that I embrace, with arms that welcome both quality music and a path to find what is waiting deep inside myself. I met David on MIXposure, and after reading his bio, checking out the music and also his personal website, I got to talking and interacting with him and the people in chat during one of our radio shows. I quickly realized that this person I was talking to is a man of great substance, experience and diverse talent-- a man of several dimensions, so to speak. Through his music, I believe he can open up new dimensions for ourselves, in our own worlds of music and self-searching.
Music and self-searching... they go hand-in-hand, don't they? Perhaps it will do the same for you. I want to take this opportunity to proudly present MIXposure's choice for September Artist of the Month:

Dr David C Deal, aka "songdoc". Enjoy your trip, folks!
Gina
aka WildHoneyPie


“Don’t miss out on the Deal….DAVID C. DEAL, That is…TRANSFORMATIONS” – Rob Grant
David C. Deal – Transformations I purchased this CD from David 3 weeks ago and I have listened to it, well over a dozen times. I knew I would want to write a review for him, but I wanted to get a true feel for the whole CD. The very first day I put it in my player, I found myself cranking it up, as each song played. I knew I was going to like this CD, but I had no idea, how much it would grow on me. With each listen, I picked up more depth of the music and more feel of each of the players involved. This was no “indie” artist CD I was listening to, this was as good as any CD I ever listen to. The quality of production, arrangement and musicianship was stunning me. Now, I hate to use artists to compare sounds, but this CD has styles ranging from Alan Parsons, Styx, Pink Floyd to a Disney Movie or a Broadway Production. The CD opens with a Beautiful instrumental, featuring piano and flutes…….a very classical proggy ambient piece of music. This is followed by a heavier rock piece, with a touch of Styx influence, sung by Les Brooke, who has a fantastic voice. His 3rd track features the vocals Cynthia Lugo, who has an extremely beautiful voice. She also sings 3 other tracks on this CD and does so, with various styles of progressive rock, broadway, pop, blues and movie. She sings with such strength, you can’t help, but be moved by her emotions. I don’t mean to single out just a couple of the artists, because all of the players on this CD are TOPS at their instruments. David is the composer of all of the songs and the main player of keyboards on this CD. There are NO lame tracks and the CD moves quickly by and you’re starting over, before you know it. The song arrangement is excellent, to keep the flow of music just right. I HIGHLY Recommend this CD, for those who LOVE good music, in a rock style………It’s progressive and it’s very pleasant listening. It’ll get heavy, at times, but it’s never overbearing. I give this CD…ALL of the Stars, I possibly can….+++++ Laughing David!!! Thanks, for the GREAT Music……..and at $10.99, ya can’t beat the price either……hehehehehehhe OH YEAH!!!! The packaging is PROFESSIONAL….SUPER!!! I couldn’t believe how nice it was. It’s the best “indie” CD packing, I’ve ever gotten and as good as any pro artists, as well. Rob Grant

“Transformations” is one of those `must have` CD’s” – Chris Bishop
“Transformations” is one of those `must have` CD’s … its a spiritually moving journey that allows `Reflection` of self, but also allows us insight into David Deal too.
I used the word `Reflection` for good reason, as many of us reach a point in our lives where we become aware of greater things than self, but we need to find ourselves through reflection to see this … it allows us to `see` with eyes a new.
Of course not everyone will experience this `Transformation` and for those that do, their journey will tell a different story, but for those with eyes to see, will regardless relate with ease and comfort as we follow David’s awakening or revelation.
Many talented musicians have helped create the story of David’s transformation, and once you’ve listened to this new Album you quickly become aware of a oneness of understanding that’s very much needed to create such an outstanding musical works.
Congratulations to the talented David Deal, and all those helping to transcribe David’s love and understanding.
Chris Bishop . . . . Administrator: http://popspace.co.uk/
Sound Engineer and Music Producer

“I am….BLOWN AWAY!!!” – Rob
David, I have to tell you something. First……yes, I have been - Various


Discography

"Harmonic Space"; A unique combination of clinical relaxation/centering techniques and original, spiritually centering music.

"Transformations"; A tapestry of hard rock, progressive rock and jazz which honestly expresses experiences of emotional and spiritual depth.

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Do You Remember When Music Meant So Much To You That It Changed Your Life?

Musical Information about David C Deal;

David lives in Ohio where he is a practicing psychologist. His favorite instruments are keyboards; however he also enjoys playing acoustic guitar. He currently performs in several bands includinging a Trans-Siberian Orchestra tribute band named Siberian Solstice. He recently finished a four year stint in a Pink Floyd Tribute Band named One of These Daze.

His first CD was released in 2005 and is titled, "Harmonic Space". It is a combination of five songs and a 25 minute meditation/relaxation track. This combination of music and meditations was designed to help people reduce stress levels in general and phobic responses in particular.

A word from David about Transformations;

I have recently completed the creation of a concept album entitled Transformations, which is both a spiritual autobiography and hopefully, a spiritual vessel. The songs from Transformations have deep, emotional and spiritual meaning. The songs from this CD are meant to be heard sequentially for full effect.

I enjoy writing songs which emanate from the deeper recesses of the universal human mind. The CD "Transformations" makes use of Jazz, Rock, Broadway and Progressive Rock in a format which attempts to honestly express intense spiritual/emotional experiences spanning a lifetime. Transformations is a CD meant to be truly "heard" and savored.

"Transformations" Cover Message:

"Sometimes, in the midst of a perfectly ordinary day, one is unexpectedly flooded by the magnificence of “what is.” Perhaps that moment of awareness and clarity arrives while watching a storm or absorbing a piece of art or kneeling with intention in a church. If blessed, echoes of the past and visions of the future fade from existence as the unknowing silence of the infinite present emerges. With patience and grace, one comes to know the incredible richness of “what is” as a revelation of God’s face and the mind is forever transformed into a mirror of creation." . . . .
David C Deal