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 by kidney failure, malignant hypertension

Billy Preston

American musician whose work encompassed r&b, rock, soul, funk, and gospel (1946-2006).

Born September 2nd, 1946 in Houston.

Died June 6th, 2006 at 59 years old in Scottsdale (kidney failure, malignant hypertension). [ref]

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