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William Everett Preston (September 2, 1946 – June 6, 2006) [2] was an American keyboardist, singer and songwriter whose work encompassed R&B, rock, soul, funk, and gospel. Preston was a top session keyboardist in the 1960s, backing Little Richard, Sam Cooke, Ray Charles, the Everly Brothers, Reverend James Cleveland, the Beatles ...
May 8, 2024 · A wizard on the keys and calming influence in the studio, piano player Billy Preston came in to save The Beatles' bacon on 'Let It Be'
May 26, 2021 · The respect that is finally being afforded Preston goes a long way to remedying his critical neglect. Preston, who died in 2006, aged 59, worked with some of the biggest names in rock and roll, and perhaps because of this he has tended to be overshadowed by his iconic collaborators.
Wildest Organ in Town! I Heard That! Vivir - FONOVISA INC. Official site for Billy Preston - song writer, performer, session man and the only person to play with both the Beatles and Rolling Stones.
- "Will It Go Round in Circles" (1973) "Will It Go Round in Circles" was borne out of an off-handed comment – "I got a song that ain't got no melody" – made to songwriting partner Bruce Fisher.
- "Don't Let Me Down" (with the Beatles, 1969) Preston was one of just two non-members (along with Tony Sheridan) to earn performing credit on a Beatles record, and "Don't Let Me Down" – released as the b-side to "Get Back" – shows why.
- "Nothing From Nothing" (1974) "Nothing From Nothing" was certainly something else. Preston started it backstage one night in Atlanta, having been sparked by an old saying.
- "Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo (Heartbreaker)" (with the Rolling Stones, 1973) Preston hooked his clavinet up to a wah-wah again to help create a chugging rhythm for this Top 20 U.S. hit, leading Rolling Stone to dub it "urban R&B."
Jun 29, 2023 · The Life and Career of Billy Preston, born William Everett Preston on September 2, 1946, in Houston, Texas, was an American musician, singer, and songwriter....
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Jun 2, 2024 · Billy Preston (born September 2, 1946, Houston, Texas, U.S.—died June 6, 2006, Scottsdale, Arizona) was an American musician who was the consummate sideman as a keyboard player, recording and touring with a Who’s Who of popular music.
