Billy Joel

Joshua Duchan looks at the career and music of this remarkable singer-songwriter, exploring the unique ways Joel transforms the cultural life of a changing America over four decades. Original interviews with Joel blend with Duchan’s engaging analysis to provide readers of all backgrounds and ages a new look at Joel’s most beloved songs.

Joshua S. Duchan

Chapter 1: "Somewhere Along the Line": Biography and Influences Chapter 2: "New York State of Mind": Geography, Places, and Spaces Chapter 3: "Where's the Orchestra?": Domestic and International Politics Chapter 4: "Pressure": Living in American Culture Chapter 5: "She's Always A Woman": Relationships and Gender Chapter 6: "The Entertainer": Stylistic Authenticity and the Entertainment Industry Chapter 7: "This Is the Time": A Historically Conscious Composer Chapter 8: "And So It Goes": The Lasting Significance of Billy Joel Further Reading Further Listening