Billy Preston

Born: 1946-09-02

Birthplace: Houston, Texas, USA

Biography

William Everett Preston was an American musician, whose work encompassed R&B, rock, soul, funk, and gospel. Preston was a top session keyboardist in the 1960s, during which he backed artists such as Little Richard, Sam Cooke, Ray Charles, Everly Brothers, Reverend James Cleveland, The Rolling Stones, and the Beatles.

Known For

Blues Brothers 2000
Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
Ticker
Concert for George
Let It Be
The Beatles: Get Back - The Rooftop Concert
Sunday Best: The Untold Story of Ed Sullivan
Genius. A Night for Ray Charles
Rappin' With The Rickster

Top Movie Credits

Blues Brothers 2000 The Louisiana Gator Boys
Ticker Blues Band Organ
Let It Be Self (uncredited)