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| ⚫ | Singer/songwriter, Alex Preston, is a slave to his art. A self-proclaimed introvert, Preston is a thoughtful, engaging and lyrically mature crafter of words and sound. The New Hampshire native, in his short 20-years of life, has mastered over a dozen instruments and developed his unique acoustic-pop sound to attract listeners all over the United States. Even in his early years, Preston was catching the attention of elite musical ears. Tom Stein, a professor at Berklee College of Music, remarked after Preston’s high school band won the Berklee College of Music’s BandSlam, (they could take over the world with this music.)Taking over the world, however, came in small steps for the young act. A long journey preceded Preston’s landmark release of, (The Light Was Already There.) |
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| ⚫ | The single now available on iTunes highlights the crooner’s earnest tone and rangewhile promoting the power positivity in realizing self-worth—A message equally relevant in the singer’s own humble beginnings. Growing up in a rural community (with more cows than people,) the small-town kid had an early affection for music. Preston recollects, (When I was five, I really wanted to play violin for some reason. Since then I have learned 12 instruments. I have fallen in love with music.) |
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| ⚫ | Singer/songwriter, Alex Preston, is a slave to his art. A self-proclaimed introvert, Preston is a thoughtful, engaging and lyrically mature crafter of words and sound. The New Hampshire native, in his short 20-years of life, has mastered over a dozen instruments and developed his unique acoustic-pop sound to attract listeners all over the United States. Even in his early years, Preston was catching the attention of elite musical ears. Tom Stein, a professor at Berklee College of Music, remarked after Preston’s high school band won the Berklee College of Music’s BandSlam, |
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| ⚫ | The single now available on iTunes highlights the crooner’s earnest tone and rangewhile promoting the power positivity in realizing self-worth—A message equally relevant in the singer’s own humble beginnings. Growing up in a rural community |
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In Nashville, Preston sharpened his co-writing skills with prominent writers like Jo Dee Messina and Framing Hanley where his early inspirations of “love, and just life,” were penned into reality. Time in Music City also produced opportunities through a performance on BalconyTV, hosted by Peter Keys of Lynard Skynard, and landing a coveted spot on the 107.5 radio segment with Woody and Jim featuring an original song. Venturing back to the Boston area, Preston began opening for notable artists like Matt Nathanson and the UK’s #1 singer, Laberinth. From this initial exposure, Preston received online support from Aaron Carter, Tyler Ward, NeverShoutNever, Hot Chelle Rae, and Michael Buckley from Live With Kelly just to name a few. |
In Nashville, Preston sharpened his co-writing skills with prominent writers like Jo Dee Messina and Framing Hanley where his early inspirations of “love, and just life,” were penned into reality. Time in Music City also produced opportunities through a performance on BalconyTV, hosted by Peter Keys of Lynard Skynard, and landing a coveted spot on the 107.5 radio segment with Woody and Jim featuring an original song. Venturing back to the Boston area, Preston began opening for notable artists like Matt Nathanson and the UK’s #1 singer, Laberinth. From this initial exposure, Preston received online support from Aaron Carter, Tyler Ward, NeverShoutNever, Hot Chelle Rae, and Michael Buckley from Live With Kelly just to name a few. |
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? Despite such monumental accomplishments, Preston considers the opportunity to open in front of 50,000 people at Boston’s Mixfest festival with Backstreet Boys, Of Monsters and Men, and Gavin Degraw, to be his biggest accomplishment to date. Preston continues to prove his worth and future in the music industry, but in the humble musician’s mind, “My music is merely the paint and brush in which the listener can use to create the real piece of art in their mind.” |
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===Performances and results=== |
===Performances and results=== |
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Alex Preston | |
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| Birth name | Alexander Preston Philbrick |
| Born | May 6, 1993 United States |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Instrument | Vocals Guitar |
| Years active | 2014-present |
Alexander Preston Philbrick (born May 6, 1993), better known as Alex Preston, is an American singer from Mont Vernon, New Hampshire, who is currently a Top 13 finalist on the thirteenth season of American Idol.
American Idol
Overview
American Idol 2014 finalist Alex Preston is a singer/songwriter from New Hampshire. Also,shares his name with several other musicians around the world (including a person in Australia), so it was a bit confusing when trying to track down info on him at the start of the season. Although his full name is Alex Preston Philbrick, he seems to prefer to drop the last name lately, even though it would make him easier to identify as the right singer you are looking for! He plays 12 instruments, mixing complicated musical composition with catchy melodies. Preston has opened for The Backstreet Boys, Gavin DeGraw, and Of Monsters and Men.
Alex started his musical career in a small town band called Undertow, as singer, songwriter, and guitarist.
Bibliography
Singer/songwriter, Alex Preston, is a slave to his art. A self-proclaimed introvert, Preston is a thoughtful, engaging and lyrically mature crafter of words and sound. The New Hampshire native, in his short 20-years of life, has mastered over a dozen instruments and developed his unique acoustic-pop sound to attract listeners all over the United States. Even in his early years, Preston was catching the attention of elite musical ears. Tom Stein, a professor at Berklee College of Music, remarked after Preston’s high school band won the Berklee College of Music’s BandSlam, (they could take over the world with this music.)Taking over the world, however, came in small steps for the young act. A long journey preceded Preston’s landmark release of, (The Light Was Already There.)
The single now available on iTunes highlights the crooner’s earnest tone and rangewhile promoting the power positivity in realizing self-worth—A message equally relevant in the singer’s own humble beginnings. Growing up in a rural community (with more cows than people,) the small-town kid had an early affection for music. Preston recollects, (When I was five, I really wanted to play violin for some reason. Since then I have learned 12 instruments. I have fallen in love with music.)
In Nashville, Preston sharpened his co-writing skills with prominent writers like Jo Dee Messina and Framing Hanley where his early inspirations of “love, and just life,” were penned into reality. Time in Music City also produced opportunities through a performance on BalconyTV, hosted by Peter Keys of Lynard Skynard, and landing a coveted spot on the 107.5 radio segment with Woody and Jim featuring an original song. Venturing back to the Boston area, Preston began opening for notable artists like Matt Nathanson and the UK’s #1 singer, Laberinth. From this initial exposure, Preston received online support from Aaron Carter, Tyler Ward, NeverShoutNever, Hot Chelle Rae, and Michael Buckley from Live With Kelly just to name a few.
? Despite such monumental accomplishments, Preston considers the opportunity to open in front of 50,000 people at Boston’s Mixfest festival with Backstreet Boys, Of Monsters and Men, and Gavin Degraw, to be his biggest accomplishment to date. Preston continues to prove his worth and future in the music industry, but in the humble musician’s mind, “My music is merely the paint and brush in which the listener can use to create the real piece of art in their mind.”
Performances and results
| Episode | Theme | Song choice | Original artist | Order # | Result |
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| Audition | Auditioner's Choice | "Fairy Tales" (original composition) | Alex Preston | N/A | Advanced |
| Hollywood Round, Part 1 | A Capella | "Scream & Shout" | will.i.am feat. Britney Spears | N/A | Advanced |
| Hollywood Round, Part 2 | Group Performance | Not aired | Not aired | N/A | Advanced |
| Hollywood Round, Part 3 | Solo | "Fairy Tales" (original composition) | Alex Preston | N/A | Advanced |
| Top 31 (10 Men) | Personal Choice | "Volcano" | Damien Rice | 7 | Advanced |
| Top 13 | This Is Me | "A Beautiful Mess" | Jason Mraz | 9 | Safe |
| Top 12 | Home |
References
http://americanidolnet.com/alex-preston-american-idol-2014-season-13-contestant-profile/