The Amazing Story Behind Billy Joel’s Breakout Album

Turn up the piano and step into the heart of 1970s New York! In this episode of Album Archives, we dive into The Stranger, Billy Joel’s iconic 1977 masterpiece that turned the Long Island piano man into a global superstar. Packed with timeless hits like ‘Just the Way You Are,’ ‘Scenes from an Italian Restaurant,’ and ‘Only the Good Die Young,’ this album blends gritty storytelling, pop-rock polish, and New York soul. Join host Steve Epley as we explore the album’s creation, its cinematic sound, and its enduring legacy as one of the most influential records of its era.

Stream It: Revisit The Stranger on vinyl or your favorite platform. https://open.spotify.com/album/3IILMjMMnoN2sKzgesX8KV

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As based on the fan-voted Top Albums Of All TIme on the Music Rewind Podcast

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