From learning blues standards in my Grandpa’s house, to playing live with musicians in my hometown, Alton, IL, music has been in my blood for as long as I can remember.
Every song has a heartbeat, and I have a unique ability to build from the core — where the song tells its story, where each note is felt, and what brings people together.
Amplifying the heartbeat in every song is my passion. Music has shaped my outlook and has been my escape. Whether sharing music through live performances or studio recordings, being behind the kit has always been a privilege.
WATCH ME PLAY!
WATCH ME PLAY!
Live performance with American Jackals.
Laying Down a Groove.
Featured Drummer – Tele Starr “This Love” Official Video.
Porch Café – “Alone” (Heart Cover).
As a heavily equipped musician with versatile experience, I’m able to enhance any piece of music that comes my way. I think of tracking music as searching for a song’s identity, and I’m enthusiastic about collaborating and exploring musical synergy with other musicians.
Studio Sessions
With the best seat in the house, I approach live performance as both a musician and a listener, reacting in real time to the energy on stage and in the room. My experience allows me to adapt, support, and elevate the music as it unfolds, locking in with the band to create performances that feel alive, connected, and intentional.
Live Performances
Listen Up.
Sharing the stage and studio with musicians I respect has been an unforgettable part of my journey. Here are some of the artists I’ve collaborated with and projects I’ve been a part of:
The Intrusion - Tele-Starr - Alivia & Jason Levi-McAtee - Porch Cafè - Little Hills (Phill Kosta) - American Jackals
The Intrusion - Drums on “Caught in the Act”
Little Hills - Drums on “Midwest Dreamliner”
“His sessions run effortlessly, driven by elite preparation, tight execution, and a deep understanding of what the music demands. He arrives fully prepared, listening first, then shaping rhythm with intention, space, and quiet authority. With a sensitive touch and deep musical insight, he gives each song the pulse it needs.”
“Preston has a deep groove and a flawless sense of time. There’s a relaxed intensity in his playing that pulls you in, and he commands the pocket with ease. He’s an inspiration to watch and a huge asset to any band or project.”
“As a producer, the main thing I need from studio musicians is being able to work quickly for sounds and have a large musical vocabulary to draw from. Preston crushes in all those areas!”
