A unique rootsy folk rock style with a touch of reggae on the side. " engaging. the energy of Ani DiFranco and vocals similar to Fiona Apple. â G.Schwind, Rockinworld.com ".

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FOLK: like Ani, ROCK: Roots Rock



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Beth Preston: just a girl trying to spread the love.

But itâs not all rainbows, moonbeams and fairytales for this Southern-Californian musician. Try lightning bolts, skateboards and broken guitar strings, and youâre getting a little closer to the real Beth Preston.

Frustration, heartache, uncertainty, acceptance and strength of mind can all be found in Prestonâs music â what else can one expect from a vegan and political activist living in a George-Bush-led America?

Not just another angry folk-rocker, this girlâs got a âlight that shines and fire that burnsâ. Sheâs exposing the roots and finding the flow â both lyrically and musically. Prestonâs amazing vocals and soulful performances have landed her support slots with Xavier Rudd, Michael Franti & Spearhead, and Blue King Brown, to name just a few.

With her musical journey beginning at age zero, Preston is not stranger to performing. Her first gig being â..in the parking lot of one of my Momâs gigs, with a tip jar, and a kid-sized accordion..â

Aside from her more recognized musical influences (PJ Harvey, Ani Difranco, Cat Power, Elliot Smith, Jeff Buckley, Manu Chao, Hendrix, etc) her parents have been a huge inspiration, â My mom is the most amazing blues singer and poet I've ever witnessed, and my father, a world-class guitarist and writer...â

Her upbringing, huge heart, and burning desire to communicate her beliefs and feelings through music, create a performer whoâs not afraid to explore her musical boundaries, and who definitely is not shy to the stage! Anyone whoâs seen a Beth Preston gig will know, she owns it.**