Johnny Preston

Johnny Preston (born Johnny Preston Courville on August 18, 1939 in Port Arthur, Texas) is an American singer.

Of Cajun ancestry, Johnny Preston sang in high school choral contests throughout the state of Texas. He formed

Johnny Preston (born Johnny Preston Courville on August 18, 1939 in Port Arthur, Texas) is an American singer.

Of Cajun ancestry, Johnny Preston sang in high school choral contests throughout the state of Texas. He formed a rock and roll band called "The Shades" before recording his No. 1 hit single "Running Bear." The song was written by J. P. "The Big Bopper" Richardson who had died the previous year in a plane crash with Buddy Holly and Ritchie Valens.