50 years ago today (11/8/71), Billy Preston released I Wrote A Simple Song LP – his debut for A&M Records. The unofficial 5th Beatle, showcased his 70’s prowess of funk, soul and keyboard tricks that would define his solo success in the decade. The album includes the hit single “Outa-Space”, which won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Instrumental Performance of 1972. Check out Preston dazzlin’ the keys during this live cut of “Outa-Space”..
