When Billy Joel Spoke Up for the Working Class With 'Allentown'
Dying steel mill became emblematic of broader concerns over the American dream.
The Nylon Curtain
How the Beatles Inspired Billy Joel's 'The Nylon Curtain'
He explored new levels of sonic sophistication on his 1982 album.
40 Years Ago: Billy Joel Escapes Writer's Block With 'Pressure'
A secretary's comment helped spark his seventh Top 20 single.
When Billy Joel Injured Both Hands in a Motorcycle Accident
He was riding a 1978 Harley-Davidson in Huntington, Long Island, when a car ran a red light.
When Billy Joel Decided to Get Serious on 'The Nylon Curtain'
It tends to get lost in discussions about his most popular work, but this an underrated masterpiece.