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.
The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Shine" by Princeton singer-songwriter Helen O'Shea. The song from Helen's latest album, "“Songs in the Key O," features E Street Band backing vocalist Michelle Moore.
(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Spotlight Central and Love Imagery have photos and a recap of Punch Brothers at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on May 14, 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.
