Billy Joel‘s legacy is intrinsically linked to “Piano Man,” the 1973 single that gave its name to Joel’s second album. It’s his nickname, his first big hit, and his signature song. Additionally, it’s ...

There is only one music composer who Billy Joel is willing to call the greatest ever. Many music listeners would consider Billy Joel to rank among the greatest musicians to ever perform. It's hard to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Chiu is a freelance music writer based in New York. Billy Joel circa 1980. There is a very touching moment near the end of ...

In the early 1970s, a scrappy, classically-trained piano player from Long Island was playing to half-empty rooms, trying to convince the world that rock and roll had a place for the concert grand. By ...