Billy Preston

Billy Preston (1946–2006) was an American singer, singer-songwriter and composer.

Also recorded as William Everett Preston; William E. Preston; William Preston.

Overview

Recorded at birth as William Everett Preston.

Born at Houston in 1946, died at Scottsdale in 2006.

In detail

Billy Preston studied at Susan Miller Dorsey High School. the recorded working language is American English and English.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are gospel music, blues, soul and funk. Ray Charles is recorded as an influence.

Distinctions recorded are Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Sources

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“Billy Preston”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q311450: Billy Preston
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