Music Monday

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 Is anyone surprised by today’s playlist?

It’s literally front page news here on Long Island.  Billy Joel has canceled all concerts for the foreseeable future due to illness.  His last concert was in February, when he took a fall on stage.  He had surgery in March and had to postpone several concerts to recuperate, but apparently he needs more time to recover from his illness.  He was supposed to do a stadium tour this summer, and I was debating which of three NYC-area concerts I wanted to see.

The three NYC-area concerts…Yankee Stadium with Rod Stewart, MetLife Stadium with Stevie Nicks and  Citi Field with Sting. I’ve seen Rod Stewart, Stevie Nicks,  and also Fleetwood Mac,  at Jones Beach, but I’ve never seen Sting.  And as a Mets fan, Citi Field is “home”, so I was leaning towards that one …but I hadn’t bought tickets …

You know how I feel about Billy Joel.

So today, here’s a few of Billy’s best.




 




We saw Billy at MSG two years ago, he’s a wonderful entertainer.  I was hoping to see him in concert this summer.  So sad that he’s ill and cannot perform. I hope he feels better soon!


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Comments

  1. DrillerAAMay 26, 2025 at 12:00 AM

    Billy Joel belongs in the same arena at Sir Elton John and Ray Charles, as one of the greatest to ever sit at a keyboard.

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  2. Debbie D. May 26, 2025 at 12:53 AM

    Thanks for the Billy Joel showcase! I wish him a speedy recovery.

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  3. AlanaMay 26, 2025 at 8:15 AM

    Billy Joel is one of the greats - I agree totally with Driller AA. I couldn't believe when the news of his illness was the top story on the NBC Nightly News but perhaps I shouldn't be surprised. So many of us love his music.

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  4. csuhpat1May 26, 2025 at 1:40 PM

    Love some Billy Joel. Such great songs. Sad to hear about his illness.

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  5. BirgitMay 26, 2025 at 2:03 PM

    I hope he can beat this rare disease. I read a little about it and it sounds nasty. Great tri ute and love the last song...he must love Vienna like I do.

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  6. Pradeep NairMay 27, 2025 at 12:22 AM

    The cancellation must have been a big disappointment for all Billy Joel fans. Wishing him a speedy recovery!

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  7. CAACMay 27, 2025 at 8:45 AM

    That's too bad but I'm sorry to read the reason for the cancellation is due to illness. I hope him makes a complete recovery. Fabulous collection of his music you brought to the dance floor! Have a boogietastic week, Robin!! xo

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