Historical Artist Profile

Johnny Preston

Biography & Overview

John Preston Courville (August 18, 1939 – March 4, 2011), known professionally as Johnny Preston, was an American rock and roll singer, best known for his 1959 international number one hit "Running Bear" and his 1960 hit “Cradle of Love”

🇺🇸 US Billboard Tracking History 3 Charted Tracks
"Running Bear" Entered Charts: 1960
#1 HIT
"Cradle Of Love" Entered Charts: 1960
Peak: #7
"Feel So Fine" Entered Charts: 1960
Peak: #14
🇬🇧 UK Official Charts History 5 Charted Tracks
"Running Bear" Entered Charts: 1960
#1 HIT
"Cradle Of Love" Entered Charts: 1960
Peak: #2
"Feel So Fine" Entered Charts: 1960
Peak: #18
"Charming Billy" Entered Charts: 1960
Peak: #34
"I'M Starting To Go Steady" Entered Charts: 1960
Peak: #49