MR

Posted: **Sat Dec 31, 2005 7:12 am**

I'm sure everyone is aware that Billy will begin touring in January, 2006. Already it's the hottest ticket and to say the least I am thrilled to be part of it. I believe this will represent a new chapter for Billy, a new beginning for Billy, the band, as well as the fans. The band is incredibly tight as we've rehearsed over 40 songs and put some new flavors into the mix. It looks like the band will be able to have Billy step up to the line and call the set from night to night. That will surely keep everyone on their toes and will make for lots of fun. I must say that Billy has pulled some of my favorites...even some songs that we've NEVER done before.

This is from Mark Rivera, Billy's long time Sax Player.

Wouldn't this be a great way for any band to perform a concert instead of the same old set every night?

Posted: **Sat Dec 31, 2005 7:32 am**

I love Billy Joel and wish he'd announce a date in my hometown... so far no luck.

This sounds like a great show even without Liberty DeVitto on drums.

Posted: **Sat Dec 31, 2005 7:33 am**

I would LOVE to see this show. I remember being very disappointed when Billy announced his "retirement" from pop music. I know he did the tour with Elton, but I don't care for Elton these days. But Billy should be great!

I definately like the idea of a band knowing all the songs and someone just choosing the songs as they go along. Spontineity!!

Posted: **Sat Dec 31, 2005 7:54 am**

Mr Joel is an awesome showman, and what a catalog of songs to be able to pull from......

Bands who do 6 year tours ( like one we talk about a lot here...) would do well to follow this format. I for one would give up the "script" for a bit of spontinaity ( sic )

I bet tickets will cost a weeks pay though.

Posted: **Sat Dec 31, 2005 8:08 am**

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uote="styxfanNH"]I'm sure everyone is aware that Billy will begin touring in January, 2006. Already it's the hottest ticket and to say the least I am thrilled to be part of it. I believe this will represent a new chapter for Billy, a new beginning for Billy, the band, as well as the fans. The band is incredibly tight as we've rehearsed over 40 songs and put some new flavors into the mix. It looks like the band will be able to have Billy step up to the line and call the set from night to night. That will surely keep everyone on their toes and will make for lots of fun. I must say that Billy has pulled some of my favorites...even some songs that we've NEVER done before.

This is from Mark Rivera, Billy's long time Sax Player.

Wouldn't this be a great way for any band to perform a concert instead of the same old set every night?

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Thats one guy I was never into
Elton is the piano man to me
But I know people like the guy just not my style I guess,

Posted: **Sat Dec 31, 2005 8:14 am**

jrnyman28 wrote:I would LOVE to see this show. I remember being very disappointed when Billy announced his "retirement" from pop music. I know he did the tour with Elton, but I don't care for Elton these days.

I will tell ya Elton 's new cd Peechtree is really good
I was very happy with his show back in the spring,

Posted: **Sat Dec 31, 2005 8:18 am**

Elton used to be able to sing as well as play....sadly, he is a shadow of his former self in that capacity. But to those who still enjoy his show, I say more power to ya !

I see unless you live near the East of West Coast, or a ere willing to travel there ( OK , technically Phoenix and Vegas arent on the coast ) YOu arent going to get a crack at a Billy Joel show.

Posted: **Sat Dec 31, 2005 8:28 am**

classicstyxfan wrote:Elton used to be able to sing as well as play....sadly, he is a shadow of his former self in that capacity. But to those who still enjoy his show, I say more power to ya !

I see unless you live near the East of West Coast, or a ere willing to travel there ( OK , technically Phoenix and Vegas arent on the coast ) YOu arent going to get a crack at a Billy Joel show.

Billy always fills his dates in sporatically and will tour for a while once he gets going. I'll bet he adds dates soon. Most venues don't add shows during the holiday weeks. Tickets were $75 and I have tickets to two of the Boston shows. My 2nd favorite musician behind Styx. And he puts on a hell of a show.

Posted: **Sat Dec 31, 2005 8:42 am**

Another great musician/performer that I blew an opportunity to see very early in his career. :cry:

I am still mad about that missed chance!

If there is a way for me to see him in concert this go-round, I may try.

He is one of the best songwriters ever -- The Stranger is a watershed album in my book.

NH, you are lucky, lucky!!! Cool for you!!

Bugsy

Posted: **Sun Jan 01, 2006 10:07 am**

bugsymalone wrote:Another great musician/performer that I blew an opportunity to see very early in his career. I am still mad about that missed chance!

If there is a way for me to see him in concert this go-round, I may try.

He is one of the best songwriters ever -- The Stranger is a watershed album in my book.

NH, you are lucky, lucky!!! Cool for you!!

Bugsy

huge billy joel fan here. then again, if you live on LI, it's a requirement. sorta like living in nj and being a springsteen fan.

he sold out 7 or 8 shows at the garden already. really want to go, but it's tough for us to get a babysitter. i wish he were playing the nassau coliseum instead- much closer to home. i hope he decides to add some shows there. i've only seen him 2 or 3 times live (once with elton john- one of the best shows ever, even if we did have crappy behind the stage seats).

if you ever get a chance, go to a billy joel show. he's one of the greatest performer/songwriters out there.

Posted: **Sun Jan 01, 2006 12:06 pm**

stmonkeys wrote:if you ever get a chance, go to a billy joel show. he's one of the greatest performer/songwriters out there.

I agree 110%. One of the best concert I've ever been too. He is a great showman and sounds great! I hope he makes a swing through the upper midwest again!

Posted: **Tue Jan 03, 2006 11:02 am**

[quote="ParallelTime"]I love Billy Joel and wish he'd announce a date in my hometown... so far no luck.

This sounds like a great show even without Liberty DeVitto on drums.[/quote]

Hey, where can I buy Donnie Iris's cd with Ah Leah? Do you know?

Posted: **Sun Jan 15, 2006 2:19 am**

Day 1

Piano Man
Everybody Loves You Now
Miami 2017
Laura
Allentown
NY State Of Mind
Stilleto
Zanzibar
Great Wall of China
All For Leyna
Sometimes A Fantasy
Sleeping With The Television On
She's Right On Time
Movin' Out
The Night Is Still Young
Big Man On Mulberry Street
Where's The Orchestra
Keepin' The Faith
I Go To Extremes
We Didn't Start The Fire
Big Shot
You May Be Right

Encores:

River Of Dreams
Only The Good Die Young
Scenes From An Italian Restaurant
Famous Last Words

Posted: **Sun Jan 15, 2006 2:20 am**

Day 2

Prelude/Angry Young Man
My Life
Everybody Loves You Now
NY State Of Mind
Stilleto
Zanzibar
Allentown
Great Wall of China
Sometimes A Fantasy
Sleeping With The Television On
Goonight Saigon
Movin' Out
Innocent Man
Lullabye
Keepin' The Faith
I Go To Extremes
We Didn't Start The Fire
Big Shot
Still Rock 'n' Roll to Me
You May Be Right

Encores:

River Of Dreams
Only The Good Die Young

Scenes from an Italian Restaurant
Piano Man

Posted: **Sun Jan 15, 2006 9:00 am**

Wow. What a great couple of set lists! Last time I saw him he didn't play Big Shot. I was really surprised. The song I would really LOVE to hear in concert is All About Soul. That has to be one of my all time favorite BJ songs. Thanks for the lists!

Posted: **Sun Jan 15, 2006 10:04 am**

He has the same problem as many artists that have his longevity. Too big of a catalog to pick from.

Posted: **Sun Jan 15, 2006 1:41 pm**

I agree with Angie!!! Wow!! What great set lists for both nights!!

Thanks for posting!!!!

I checked his site and didn't see any Midwest dates yet. He's probably waiting for warmer weather - LOL

Posted: **Sun Jan 15, 2006 2:36 pm**

And the Third Night

Prelude/Angry Young Man
My Life
Everybody Loves You Now
NY State Of Mind
Stilleto
Zanzibar
Allentown
Billy the Kid
Sometimes A Fantasy
All for Leyna
Goonight Saigon
Movin' Out
Miami 2017
Lullabye
River of Dreams
Keepin' The Faith
I Go To Extremes
We Didn't Start The Fire
Big Shot
Still Rock 'n' Roll to Me
You May Be Right

Encores:

Only The Good Die Young

Scenes from an Italian Restaurant
Piano Man

Actually, Billy's keyboard player posts the set lists here
http://www.davidrosenthal.com/htdocs/index.htm

Posted: **Wed Jan 18, 2006 8:51 pm**

after 4 shows, the average set is 23 songs with only 14 songs being played all 4 shows. I hope Billy's recording the shows....

Posted: **Thu Jan 19, 2006 12:52 am**

I didn't keep a tally, but I saw him sunday night, and he was great. He did lots of stuff I love, especially Goodnight saigon and Innocent Man (my favorite). A lot of the songs Mark mentioned were in the set as well. The show was about 2:20 long. I was particularly impressed with his spinning keyboards. ;-)

Posted: **Thu Jan 19, 2006 1:02 am**

Thanks for the lists and reviews. My favorite Billy Joel songs are included in his encores, it seems -- Scenes From and Italian Restaurant (which I consider his masterpiece) and Only the Good Die Young.

Again, lucky youse who have gotten to see him.

Bugsy

Posted: **Thu Jan 19, 2006 1:32 am**

bugsymalone wrote:Thanks for the lists and reviews. My favorite Billy Joel songs are included in his encores, it seems -- Scenes From and Italian Restaurant (which I consider his masterpiece) and Only the Good Die Young.

Again, lucky youse who have gotten to see him.

Bugsy

Raises hand. Loves Only the Good Die Young. And Scenes from an Italian Restaurant. Definite winners there Bugsy.

And I echo the sentiment for those of you who got/get to see him. Even if he is stealing Gowan's schtick

Posted: **Thu Jan 19, 2006 1:39 am**

Have you see him live Sadie ? everyonse should at least once if the opportunity arises...... I have seen his show twice, it is incredible.

The highlight for me is the song about Saigon, I think it is a brilliant song.
Of course, the hits are all good too.

Posted: **Thu Jan 19, 2006 4:48 am**

classicstyxfan wrote:Have you see him live Sadie ? everyonse should at least once if the opportunity arises...... I have seen his show twice, it is incredible.

The highlight for me is the song about Saigon, I think it is a brilliant song.
Of course, the hits are all good too.

No, unfortunately I've not had the pleasure. But I do have most of his material. Perhaps someday.

While I of course enjoy the hits, I think for most people here, deeper cuts tend to be the preference.

Posted: **Thu Jan 19, 2006 5:19 am**

I was able to see him on the The Bridge tour and the River of Dreams tour. For ROD tour he pretty much dismantled his band he had kept together for the 70's and 80's, with the only long time player left being Liberty DeVitto. Sorry to hear he is not with this newest version of the band.

Posted: **Thu Jan 19, 2006 6:40 am**

sadie65 wrote:...stealing Gowan's schtick

It was funny, Paul turned to me and goes, "I wonder where he got that idea from?"

We both just started cracking up.

Posted: **Thu Jan 19, 2006 7:31 am**

Zan, glad to hear that you went to the concert!!

I hope to see him in concert when he comes to my area, hopefully he'll add more concert dates soon for the Midwest.

I'm glad everyone recommends these great concerts. I never would've seen Paul McCartney if it wasn't for all the Beatles fans on here. A big thanks!!

Posted: **Thu Jan 19, 2006 11:42 am**

Zan wrote:I didn't keep a tally, but I saw him sunday night, and he was great. He did lots of stuff I love, especially Goodnight saigon and Innocent Man (my favorite). A lot of the songs Mark mentioned were in the set as well. The show was about 2:20 long. I was particularly impressed with his spinning keyboards.

My first show with him is tomorrow night, can't wait.

Posted: **Thu Jan 19, 2006 2:28 pm**

I saw Billy in Baton Rouge during the mid 80's on the Innocent Man tour. Highlights of the show included Goodnight Saigon, with the lights of the Assembly Center going off and the sounds of the helicopters, the roadies all came out and sang the chorus...awesome. Also during big shot, BJ rolled around on top of the piano and ad libbed some lines about going to Pat Obriens and drinking a few hurricanes. Great show. He and his ex model wife were spotted at the Derwiener snitzle (spelling) later that night close to campus, very approachable.

Posted: **Sat Jan 21, 2006 9:33 am**

As I am sure many of you know, yesterday Wilson Pickett passed away.

Billy played Midnight Hour as a tribute during the concert.

It was an amazing set. Going all the way back to '71 with Everybody Loves You Now.

Prelude/Angry Young Man
Pressure
Everybody Loves You Now
NY State Of Mind
Ballad of Billy the Kid
Stilleto
Zanzibar
Allentown
Great Wall of China
Sometimes A Fantasy
Sleeping with the Television On
Goonight Saigon
Movin' Out
The Night is Still Young
She's Always a Woman
Keepin' The Faith
Midnight Hour
River of Dreams
I Go To Extremes
We Didn't Start The Fire
Big Shot
Still Rock 'n' Roll to Me
You May Be Right

Encores:

Only The Good Die Young

Scenes from an Italian Restaurant
Piano Man

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