Billy Joel Piano Man [Import] 02/23/1999 Recorded at Capitol Records

Recorded at Capitol Records

Jack Richardson

Norton Buffalo (harmonica)

They were subtly marshalled by the much-respected George Martin to deliver an entire album that was exactly what the fans wanted

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Billy Joel Piano Man [Import] 02/23/1999 Recorded at Capitol RecordsThe title track from Billy Joel's major label debut, 1973's PIANO MAN, became a smash hit, and put the singer songwriter piano player on the musical map for good. A story song, the verses consist of character sketches given by the resident musician at a bar lounge, and these build toward a sweeping, melodically infectious chorus and a melancholic, carnivalesque refrain. The tune demonstrates Joel's flair for narrative and lyrical detail, as well as