Billy Joel On Track

In the beginning, Billy Joel entertained Long Island locals, with The Hassles and Attila, prior to forging a solo career in 1971. One year later, the singer-songwriter-pianist captivated college students when Captain Jack dominated the Philadelphia airwaves. And so, it goes Cold Spring Harbor was rife with barrelhouse piano and tear-stained balladry but with Turnstiles Joel realised his dream of forming a stellar band. The success of The Stranger led to sold-out arenas and 52nd Street honoured the heyday of American jazz, while The Nylon Curtain highlighted socio-economic inequities and wartime brotherhood. 1993s River of Dreams fused reggae and world music. Then, in the early 2000s, his celebration of classical works ushered in a sea change. Unquestionably, Billys catalogue has thrived, despite constantly changing trends in the music industry. Over a fifty-plus year span, many of his relatable songs have become standards, covered by countless artists. The third best-selling solo artist in the U.S. has continued to attract multi-generational audiences across the planet, so if youre all in the mood for a melody, read on. Billy Joel On Track contains behind-the-scenes stories and an analysis of Joels extensive studio recordings, many of which became top 40 hits in the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. ...