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Billy Joel
"The Bridge"

Released in 1986

Billy Joel is a piano based rock artist from Long Island.  He was one of the first artists I ever followed and probably among the first albums I ever purchased.

He had a monthly residency at Madison Square Garden for over a decade!

This was another very strong album by Billy Joel. Two of my all-time favorites by him ("This Is The Time" and "Temptation") are on this record. I also love "Big Man On Mulberry Street" and "Baby Grand" (which features Ray Charles.

Billy Joel was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1999.


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COLUMNS


This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from April 7-13, 2026

Here is a look at shows taking place from April 7-13, 2026 along with our featured listings and a look at some upcoming shows. New Jersey Stage offers previews of concerts throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas.




BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 4/6/26




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Promises" by Dave Vargo




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/02/2026








 

MORE NEWS

(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center in Summit, will present Old Friends, a cabaret featuring vocalist Charles Thomas and pianist Rick Knutsen on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:00pm.


The Broadway Theatre of Pitman presents Red Hot - All Girl Motley Crue on Saturday




The Newton Theatre presents Kashmir: The Spirit of Led Zeppelin - 55/50 TOUR




Krakauer & Tagg's Good Vibes Explosion comes to OCC's Grunin Center on Sunday




Algonquin Arts Announces New Concert Series








 

UPCOMING SHOWS


State Theatre New Jersey presents The Sound Studio Series 2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.


MPAC presents Women of Americana: A Celebration of American Music




Bassist Martin Wind Adds Piano to His Gravity Trio for Area Performances




Newton Theatre presents GRUNGEFEST: Tributes to Pearl Jam & Chris Cornell