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Billy Joel introduced himself to the Billboard Hot 100 with the eventual classic, and one of his signature songs, "Piano Man, ...

Billy Joel's 50-year career warranted a five-hour documentary. It's comprehensive, emotional and a must-watch for any music ...

In 1980, Billy Joel was in an interesting position. He had achieved massive multiplatinum success in 1977 with his fifth album, “The Stranger” and his 1978 follow-up, “52nd Street” won ...

If you think the Lords of 52nd Street were "just" Billy Joel's backup band, Liberty DeVitto's got a story for you. ... "I was with Billy for 11 albums," said DeVitto, ...

NPR critic Linda Holmes has been a Billy Joel fan since the '80s. HBO's new two-part documentary still taught her something ...

The album Joel and the band recorded in 1976, “Turnstiles,” was followed by a string of albums that are considered among Joel’s best, including “The Stranger,” “52nd Street ...

They weren’t known as The Lords of 52nd Street in 1976 — they were just the guys who played behind Billy Joel. But after recording his “Turnstiles” album and then touring in support of it ...

Cannata, who is now cancer-free and wrapping up physical rehab since he regained feeling in his hands and feet, says the idea of playing with The Lords of 52nd Street pushed him to recover faster.

Enjoy the music of Billy Joel as performed by his original band members! Featuring Richie Cannata on tenor saxophone, Liberty DeVito on drums and Russell Javors on rhythm guitar, The Lords of 52nd ...