BILLY PRESTON, 59.

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  • Author(s): Gates, David
  • Source:
    Newsweek. 6/19/2006, Vol. 147 Issue 25, p13-13. 1/4p. 1 Black and White Photograph.
  • Additional Information
    • Subject Terms:
      PRESTON, Billy; MUSICIANS; BEATLES (Performer); ROLLING Stones (Performer)
    • Abstract:
      The article reports on the death of musician Billy Preston at age 59. Preston was called a master of gospel keyboard, and was playing large performances by age 10. His solo is featured in the Beatles song "Get Back," and John Lennon wanted to make Preston an official member of the band. He also played on the Rolling Stones albums "Sticky Fingers" and "Exile on Main Street."