EPISODE · Feb 16, 2026 · 19 MIN
Dyana Williams talks Billy Preston event - Midday Break Room w/ Tiffany Bacon - 2.16.26
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Dyana Williams is a producer, artist development coach, journalist, founder of the International Association of African American Music, and co-founder of Black Music Month. On Monday, February 23, 2026, WURD will gather at the prestigious Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia for an exclusive screening of “Billy Preston: That’s the Way God Planned It.” This documentary offers an intimate look at the man known as the “Fifth Beatle.” From his early days as a child prodigy playing the organ to his legendary collaborations with The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Aretha Franklin, Billy Preston’s fingers touched the heartbeat of the greatest hits in music history. The film explores his immense talent, his struggles, and his unshakable faith, providing a 360-degree view of a Black musical genius who transcended genres. Dyana joins the show to discuss WURD’s upcoming Billy Preston Event on Feb. 23rd, and to also talk about Billy Preston's legacy.
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Dyana Williams is a producer, artist development coach, journalist, founder of the International Association of African American Music, and co-founder of Black Music Month. On Monday, February 23, 2026, WURD will gather at the prestigious Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia for an exclusive screening of “Billy Preston: That’s the Way God Planned It.” This documentary offers an intimate look at the man known as the “Fifth Beatle.” From his early days as a child prodigy playing the organ to his legendary collaborations with The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Aretha Franklin, Billy Preston’s fingers touched the heartbeat of the greatest hits in music history. The film explores his immense talent, his struggles, and his unshakable faith, providing a 360-degree view of a Black musical genius who transcended genres. Dyana joins the show to discuss WURD’s upcoming Billy Preston Event on Feb. 23rd, and to also talk about Billy Preston's legacy.
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Dyana Williams talks Billy Preston event - Midday Break Room w/ Tiffany Bacon - 2.16.26
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