Johnny Preston

John Preston Courville, known professionally as Johnny Preston (August 18, 1939 – March 4, 2011), was an American rock and roll singer, best known for his international number one hit in 1960, "Running Bear".

Johnny Preston
Preston in 1960
Background information
Birth nameJohn Preston Courville
Born(1939-08-18)August 18, 1939
Port Arthur, Texas, U.S.
DiedMarch 4, 2011(2011-03-04) (aged 71)
Beaumont, Texas, U.S.
GenresRock and roll
Occupation(s)Singer
Instrument(s)Vocals
Years active1959–2009
LabelsMercury, Imperial, Kapp, TCF Hall, ABC
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