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Born: May 09, 1949 in The Bronx, New York City, NY
Years Active: 70 's, 80 's, 90 's, 00's
Genre: Rock

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Biography
Although Billy Joel never was a critic's favorite, the pianist emerged as one of the most popular singer/songwriters of the latter half of the '70s. Joel's music consistently demonstrates an affection for Beatlesque hooks and a flair for Tin Pan Alley and Broadway melodies. His fusion of two distinct eras made him a superstar in the late '70s and '... Continue Bio >>

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5-23-2008 Mohegan Sun Arena, CT
5-25-2008 Mohegan Sun Arena, CT
5-29-2008 Mohegan Sun Arena, CT
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Discography:
2006 12 Gardens Live [Japan]
2006 12 Gardens Live
2004 Piano Man [Vinyl Classics]
2002 Stranger [Japan CD]
2001 Fantasies & Delusions
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Filmography:
2002 The Hamptons
2001 An All-Star Tribute to Brian Wilson
2001 Behind the Music that Sucks, Vol. 5: Poor Dumb Loser Bastards
2001 America: A Tribute to Heroes
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Member Of: The Lost Souls Attila The Hassles More >> Similar Artists: Elton John Jason Robert Brown Elvis Costello Donald Fagen Tim Finn More >>

Influenced By: Paul McCartney The Beatles Phil Spector Burt Bacharach Ray Charles More >> Followers: Garth Brooks Richard Marx Marc Cohn Bryan Adams Kevin Henry More >>

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