South Bend, Indiana, is not the music capital of the world, nor is it next door to New York or Los Angeles, but Mark Preston never let that stop him.  Singing since he was a child, Mark took every opportunity he could to sing for those who would listen and those who believed in his talent.

Growing up in Indiana gave Mark plenty of opportunity to perform and grow with his talent.  Starting at the age of 11, Mark carried his singing through school and then decided to enlist.  Joining the Air Force was Mark's first stop on his way to being a top performer.  His talent earned him accolades when he was selected as the Air Force's finest vocalist of 1975, and then toured with Tops in Blue.   This elite group is made up of the Air Force's top 20, most versatile entertainers.   During his time in the Air Force, Mark was awarded the American Spirit Honor Medal as well as the Air Force Commendation Medal.