The Neals
Fresh New Artists,oldies,country,acoustic,general
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Arizona Snowbird Arizona Snowbird
Chasing The Sun Chasing The Sun
Tar Paper Shack Tar Paper Shack
The Neals--Denis and Betty--bring back the Old-time country, Popular, and Gospel songs in their new album "Memories Of The Neals".
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www.TheNealSingers.infoBand/artist history
Denis grew up in a small Nebraska town in the 40's and 50's. Denis started his singing career in the local bar where he would sing such songs as "Pistol Packin' Mama". His mother would write down words to songs she heard on the radio and encouraged him to sing, but he never had a single formal voice or music lesson. His natural singing abilities are truly God-given. Denis entered two talent contests while serving in the U.S. Air Force and both times was named top male vocalist at Sheppard AFB. However, he didn't play an instrument and dreamed of playing the guitar so he could accompany himself. At the age of 51, Denis decided it was now or never if he wanted to learn the play the guitar.
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Denis was partial to the songs he grew up with and has a unique ability to remember words and melodies to the songs of his youth. His repertoire naturally included old Country Western, Popular, and Gospel songs which were ideal for performing in nursing homes where he did his first public debut. His first stage appearance was at the Red Barn Opry in Omaha, Ne. where he gained invaluable experience in front of audiences. On occasion, Betty would harmonize with Denis, and son Scott joined in with his guitar.
In August of 1998 while donating our time and musical talents for an historical society fundraiser in another small Nebraska town, we were "discovered" by Richard and Darlene Stellings who approached us about entertaining in the "Snowbird Parks" in Mesa, Arizona where he spends his winters. Richard and Darlene literally adopted us, arranged a performance in their community, helped us with publicity, and became unofficial booking agents for the following winter's entertainment season. While performing in Mesa, we chanced upon the opportunity to appear on Barbara Fairchild's Talent Showcase in Branson, Missouri, in May of 1999.
We soon realized that we needed more than a guitar, singer, and part-time harmony. Betty had taken piano lessons as a child but had not played the piano for over 45 years. However, a keyboard seemed a natual for her. This added rhythm, bass, strings, and various other instruments to the act
Our first CD of origianal songs entitled "Memories of the Neals" was completed in 2002.This CD incorporates memories Denis has of his childhood, as well as other significant events later in his life.
After avoiding the harsh Nebraska winters, we return for the summer months to entertain for the residents of retirement homes and assisted living/care centers, and share out talents with churches and other special groups in Nebraska and Iowa. Scott becomes part of " The Neals" cduring the summer months, adding his own guitar style to the music.Have you performed in front of an audience?We enjoy playing live at the RV parks in Mesa, Arizona, family reunions, parties, and socials, as well as the nursing homes in and around Omaha, Nebraska.
Your musical influences
We like country music, oldies, popular, bluegrass, Gospel, and the old Nashville sound.Anything else?
Main Website: thenealsingers.info
E-mail: theneals@cox.net
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hi neil and betty enjoyed the songs keep up the good sounds love julie and kerri nashville angels have a little listen to us and let us know what you think byeeeeeeeeeeee
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