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Patrick Doval is an American musician, singer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist whose "80’s" style fuses elements of rock with a new wave sound.  In 2008, he independently released two-albums, “Deliverance” & “Fractured” and quickly built a large following on his myspace & Youtube pages. His songs have now sold in 12-countries via iTunes. Countries which include:  USA, Canada, UK, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, The Netherlands, Germany, Sweden, Norway and Australia.  In addition to singing, Doval plays all the instruments himself on both albums.  

     Patrick has also created, directed & edited numerous music videos to many of his songs. His video for the song “Don’t Let Me Go” has already attained over 40,000 views and his Youtube page now has over 1000 subscribers. Doval’s videos are surrealistic, avant-garde, creative and different from your conventional music video. He creates art in his videos, art which is later printed & sold as t-shirts, posters, and fan memorabilia, etc.

Due to Doval’s wide variety of musical influences, his music/voice has been compared to a diverse group of legendary musical artists. Most frequently, bands & artists that include: The Cure, David Bowie, Joy Divison/NewOrder, Depeche Mode and Jeff Buckley. He considers his music “Alternative rock” with a touch of 80’s new wave. He has gained fame for having an authentic “80’s” sound; this is primarily due to Doval recording his songs using an original Roland TR-707 drum machine (1985), which gives his music an 80’s feel. He has recently upgraded his recording equipment and is currently working on new material for his next album, scheduled to be released sometime in 2010. 

Lastly, Patrick Doval is not only a gifted a musician and artist, but he is also a recent graduate in Mathematics & Actuarial Science from Florida International University (FIU). His schooling was funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), as he was a recipient of the CSEMS scholarship.  He has also passed Exam-P, the Probability Exam offered by the Society of Actuaries (SOA).

Patrick Doval desperately wants to get “signed” to a record label and tour the fucking world. Won’t somebody give him a chance?

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Memories Music Video Credits:
Actress: "Crystal"
The video was shot primarily in two locations, a local park & my parent's house.
Cost of video: $22.00 (white fabric/sheets)
Budget: $ 25
Total Surplus: $3.00
I edited the entire video & directed it.

Caged Music Video Credits:

Actress: Crystal

Cost: $0.00
Budget: $10.00
Total Surplus: $10.00
Recorded in various locations throughout the Miami area.
(2-different parks, my parent's home, an undisclosed location near the Everglades, and an empty lot behind some apartment complex). 
I directed & edited the entire video.

Never Sure Music Video Credits:

Actress: Crystal

Cost of video: $0.00                                                                                     
Budget: $0.00

I used many unrelased shots from the previous two-videos,  the "lovers" scene, the "chain" scene, the "office" scene and the "falling leaf" scene were new shots.  The video was mainly comprised of a "water color" effect & a "green-screen" effect, which made the video standout & unique.

Recorded in 2-different parks, my parent's home, and an undisclosed location near the Everglades .

I directed & edited the entire video. 

Turbulence Music Video Credits:

Actress: Crystal
The "Turbulence" music video was quite the challenge. I spent a lot of time thinking, artistically challenged, unable to find the missing, creative direction. Ultimately, I managed and I am very, very happy with the end result.

I shot scenes on an overpass walkway, ocean scenes .. Biscayne, shots of The Rickenbacker Causeway (the bridge, which connects the city of Miami to the barrier islands of Virginia Key and Key Biscayne across Biscayne Bay.), scenes on Krome Avenue (the westernmost major avenue in Miami-Dade County), shots of the old abandoned bridge ( once a railroad bridge) near AD Doug Barnes Park and additional footage as needed. I want to thank Crystal for holding the tripod+camera, as I drove and recorded scenes in the local Miami area. Lastly, special thanks to Crystal, for playing the part of a bad, bad girl. lol
I produced, directed and edited the entire video.
Budget: $20.00
Cost: - $15.00 ( GAS is a cost )
Total Surplus: +$ 5.00

Empty Road Music Video Credits:

Actress: Crystal
Budget: $0.00
Cost: $0.00
( Gas was not a cost ).
Empty Road was shot at an undisclosed location.
 
I had a difficult time trying to find the creative vision needed for this project. Ultimately, I created and I am very happy with the end result.
The clock scene was from the "Memories" music video. However, in the "Memories" video, the clock went backwards ( towards the past ), in this video, the clock went forward.
The bed scene was shot in my parents house ( where I live ).

I directed and edited the entire video.

Don't Walk Away Music Video Credits:

Actress: Crystal

Budget: $0.00
Cost: $0.00

( Gas was not a cost ).

The video was directed, produced and edited entirely by me.  ( Like all my previous videos, everything you hear and see is created and produced by me. )

"Don't Walk Away" was filmend at a bus bench, a park and at my house.

I never use a "storyboard"...I just go with the flow... ;)

The spinning clocks were back! However, I used a different clock for this video....I am obviously obsessed with time. lol

Ashes of Life Music Video Credits

Actress: "Crystal"
Budget: $ 20.00
Cost: $20.00 ( gas )
It's important to note that I don't smoke in real life, but I had to play the part for the video. As far as the locations are involved, most scenes were filmed at Florida International University ( FIU ).  Unlike the previous 6-videos, I finally used a chroma key green screen and I am very happy with the end result.

Love Music Video:

Actress: "Crystal"
Budget: $20.00
Cost: $14.54 ( Video head cleaner )
First and foremost, I am extremely lucky that I was able to complete this project.
There were many setbacks and strange occurrences that occurred with the filming of this video. After I had filmed about 98 % of the project, my camera head got dirty and my camera was unable to function correctly. I immediately ordered a DV video head cleaner, which arrived day's later...I  was delayed a good week. After the head cleaner arrived and was used, my camera was still not functioning properly. I tried countless times to get my camera to function and nothing worked. So I figured my project was doomed and that all my footage was lost permanently. After getting extremely angry and emotional, I decided to try the camera once more and guess what ? My camera mysteriously began to work. I immediately dumped all my footage over to my computer and I filmed the remaining footage required for the completion of this project. The very next day, my camera stopped working and to this day, it does not function correctly.

The true intention of this blog was intended to be a "video blog" with an update about my new video, but since my camera is no longer functional, I've decided to write this update in words.

98% of this video was filmed in my room. All the computers and the "machines" walking, etc. I want to thank "Crystal" for all her help and for lending me her lab coat…lol
I direcrted, created and edited everything.

I edited the video in about 5-day's….After editing was completed, I began rendering my video and then my computer mysteriously began to shutdown on me several times during each render. Since I was terrified of a HD ( Hard drive) crash, I quickly rendered the video, backed-up my files and released the video to the public. If my computer would not have given me problems, I probably would not have released the version which was released to the public. I would have definitely tweaked the video some more.

Overall, I am very happy with the end result.

I began creating videos in April, 2007 and as I approach the one-year mark, I feel happy that I've created & improved so much, in such little time. I probably won't release another video for a few months or so, since I no longer have a functioning  camera. The good news is that not having a camera will force me back into writing, creating & recording music. Ultimately, I will release  "Love" on a new album ( which will be available on iTunes) later this year. I will also release "Think of Me" & "Can't You Feel my Broken Heart" as bonus tracks with the release of the album.

For those of you who like my work, you can support me on iTunes or by telling a friend about me. I also promise to work hard to have my music available to everyone in all parts of the world. Some of you have made me aware of this, and I will try and figure something out.  Lastly, I want to thank all of you that have purchased songs or the Deliverance album on iTunes....I was truly not expecting such support... I thank you all...

xxx

Don't Let Me Go Music Video:

Actress: "Crystal"
Budget: $20
Cost: $ 12 (Fuel)
I dedicate this video to my fans. Without them, I have nothing…
I would like to thank Crystal for always being so supportive & believing in me. She does a wonderful job and hopefully I can repay her someday.
I started creating videos in April of 2007……It was an experiment….I wanted to do something "different". 9-videos later, I feel very proud, happy and ready to create more! Never in my wildest dreams could I have ever imagined the overwhelming support that I have received from my online supporters and I would like to thank everyone who has believed & supported me.
95% of the video was filmed in my room. The cost for this video was $12….. (Fuel)…..A simple drive to the beach, park and FIU. I had a lot of challenging but fun times in the filming of this video. I truly enjoy creating stories to my music. I wish I could do this for a living.....I still dream…..and always will………I'll definitely keep working hard and striving for the best. As long as I have supporters and followers, I will work relentlessly to create more and more.
The overwhelming theme behind the video is "desperation". Does the young man in the video, save his love from tragedy or is it too late?  Was it all a dream? You be the judge. You tell me. Lastly, yes.... the "apple" scene was inspired by Adam & Eve.


Endless Heartbreak Music Video:

Budget: $20.00
Cost: $ 7.00 and change
Actress: Crystal

I directed & edited the entire video…

I used two-different types of video editing software for this video. I was looking for a “cartoonish” effect and used one-software solely to achieve the desired cartoon result.  After the effect was applied, I would render and then reopen the video with my normal video editing software tool, edit if needed and ultimately render again… (double the work but it was well worth it! ) It was a tedious task but I simply felt more comfortable working and using my regular video software editor. Special thanks to “Nostromo” for helping me find the software I needed. Please note, since I am an “unsigned” musician and I am competing with millions of other “unsigned” bands & artists, I will never reveal the software I use. I like having an edge and keeping my competitors puzzled & guessing.

Everything was filmed in my room.  I also chose to display parts of my “Empty Road” video on the 80’s looking TV. Please note that the TV is a random classic TV-image found throughout the internet. Ultimately, I am very pleased and happy with the end result. I hope everyone enjoys this video as much as I do….it’s definitely one of my personal favorites!  :)

This video is dedicated in the loving memory of Evidio & Heidi Martinez, Jesse Groo & Taryn Farrar….All close friends and family that have passed away……all of which influenced me musically…. I could only wish they were here to see and hear my music & my video creations.

Lastly, special thanks to “Crystal” for believing in me and helping me achieve my dreams.  She is amazing and simply the best!!!

-PD

Fractured ( 2008 )

1.    Don't Let Me Go
2.    Endless Heartbreak
3.    Love
4.    Girl
5.    10-years
6.    Many Faces
7.    Shattered Dreams
8.    Can't You Feel My Broken Heart ? *
9.    I Don't Belong Here ( In the Machine )
10.  Think of Me **

All songs Recorded in 2008 with the exception of 'Think of Me' ** & 'Can't You Feel My Broken Heart ' * .

* Recorded in 2004
**Recorded in 2007

All Music is Written, Produced, Performed, Arranged, Mixed and Edited by Patrick Doval

© Patrick Doval

Released in 2008 on iTunes & Amazon

Deliverance ( 2008 )

1.    Ashes of Life
2.    Turbulence
3.    Don't Walk Away
4.    Memories
5.    Tears
6.    Caged
7.    Empty Road
8.    Why Me?
9.    Save Me
10.    Never Sure
11.    Midnight Serenade
12.    Feel Me

All songs Recorded in 2007 except "Why Me?".

All Music is Written, Produced, Performed, Arranged, Mixed and Edited by Patrick Doval

© Patrick Doval

Released in 2008 on iTunes & Amazon

Songs recorded in 2007 but not released on album:

Change
Angel of Mine
Open Your Eyes
Falling Away
Think of Me

Videography

All music videos are created, edited & directed by Patrick Doval

Don't Let Me Go completed January 01, 2009
Love completed March 20, 2008
Ashes of Life completed January 01, 2008
Don't Walk Away completed October 18, 2007
Empty Road completed September 24, 2007
Turbulence completed August 15, 2007
Never Sure completed July 19, 2007
Caged completed July 09, 2007
Memories completed April 15, 2007
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PS- "Don't Let Me Go" music video will be posted on Thursday!!!!!!
( New Years Day ) !

Tears Rehearsal Jam: