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Podcast: What the Riff Next Gen
Episode: 1974 - May: Billy Joel ”Piano Man”
Description: When you think of rock music anchored by piano, there are only a few standouts. But outside of Elton John, perhaps the best known rock pianist is New York's Billy Joel. Born in the Bronx and growing up in Long Island, Joel got his start early (at age 4) with piano lessons and dropped out of high school to pursue music full time. After joining a couple of short-lived bands, Joel started his solo career and released his debut album, "Cold Spring Harbor" in 1971.
It was his second album which would be remembered as his true nationwide debut. Pian...