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Featured Artist: Billy Joel
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 '80s, as he racked an impressive string of multi-platinum albums and hit singles.
Born in the Bronx, Joel was raised in the...
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Bennett, Mellencamp, Mayer, Henley Join Joel At Shea
Even with a night of crowd-pleasing special guests, at a stadium in its final days with the imposing shadow of a new showplace over his shoulder, Billy Joel and his versatile band ruled the night...
July 17, 2008
Billy Joel, Elton John Make Touring Team
Billy Joel and Elton John will reprise their wildly successful co-headlining concerts beginning in March of next year. John confirmed the duo would work again together yesterday (Nov. 11) on "The...
November 12, 2008
Springsteen, Joel Sign On For Obama Benefit
In what is being billed as the first time they've ever played at the same concert, Bruce Springsteen and Billy Joel have signed on for a benefit for Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama on...
September 30, 2008
Backstage At The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
News and notes from backstage at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, held last night (March 10) at New York's Waldorf-Astoria Hotel. Madonna, John Mellencamp, Leonard Cohen, the...
March 11, 2008
Springsteen Adds Obama Gigs, 'Heroes' Benefit
Having already announced an Oct. 16 benefit for Barack Obama's presidential campaign with Billy Joel in New York, Bruce Springsteen is taking his activism to the next level.
October 02, 2008
Jay-Z Playing Free Shows For Obama
Jay-Z will play two free concerts this weekend in support of voter registration and the campaign of Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama for the upcoming U.S. presidential election.
October 01, 2008
Springsteen Wraps Obama Tour In Michigan
Bruce Springsteen concluded his three-day barnstorming tour in support of Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama today (Oct. 6) with an eight-song, 50-minute acoustic set at Oestrike Stadium on...
October 06, 2008
ABBA Fever Heats Up U.K. Charts
But the real story of the chart week was the sales dominance, with its own material and that of the film celebration of its music, of Basshunter's fellow Swedes ABBA.
July 21, 2008
Aerosmith Itching To Finish Up New Album
After spending most of 2008 dealing with health issues, the members of Aerosmith plan to get back together in 2009 -- to, among other things, complete an album that group has already started...
October 21, 2008
Ask Billboard
Keith answers readers' questions on Maxwell, Janet and Greatest Hits albums.
September 19, 2008
Chart Beat: Katy Perry, Leona Lewis, Coldplay
Fred and his readers discuss Katy Perry, the first rock song, Leona Lewis and more!
July 03, 2008
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Dream Theater Debuts Atop Euro Chart
Europe welcomes a new bestseller on the composite European Top 100 Albums chart, as New York rock outfit Dream Theater's "Black Clouds and Silver Linings" (Roadrunner) opens its account at No. 1.
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