{"product_id":"billy-joel-52nd-street-lp-082226","title":"Billy Joel - 52nd Street - LP","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e LP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Family Productions, Columbia, Columbia, Columbia Records, CBS Inc., CBS Inc., CBS Inc., Impulsive Music, April Music Inc., A\u0026amp;R Studios, A\u0026amp;R Studios, Sterling Sound, Sterling Sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog number:\u003c\/strong\u003e FC 35609\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e US\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBilly Joel’s 52nd Street marks a sophisticated turn in his catalog, blending jazz influences with his signature piano-driven songwriting. The album features contributions from jazz heavyweights like Freddie Hubbard and Mike Mainieri, which enrich tracks such as “Zanzibar” and “Until The Night” with a textured, acoustic ensemble feel. Produced and mixed by Phil Ramone alongside Jim Boyer, the record balances focused listening with an accessible pop sensibility, making it a rewarding experience beyond the hits “Big Shot” and “Honesty.” You could say this album dances between jazz clubs and rock arenas without missing a step. This 1978 vinyl pressing offers a solid vintage presentation, with the record graded \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/blogs\/news\/how-we-grade-vinyl-records-at-the-den\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eVG++\u003c\/a\u003e—expect glossy grooves with only minor, faint surface marks that won’t detract from playback. It’s a reliable edition for collectors who appreciate the era’s pressing quality and want to hear Joel backed by a stellar lineup of session musicians. While it’s not a reissue or remaster, the pressing year aligns with the original release period, giving a sense of authenticity without the fuss of chasing rarities. For anyone drawn to Billy Joel’s more nuanced work, this pressing holds up well on the turntable and on the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection data-track-listing=\"true\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTrack listing \u0026amp; samples\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilly Joel - 52nd Street\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide A\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBig Shot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHonesty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMy Life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZanzibar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide B\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStiletto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosalinda's Eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalf A Mile Away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUntil The Night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e52nd Street\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embeds\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xSi3qkFjAKw\" allowfullscreen loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;min-height:152px;border:0;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/1HmCO8VK98AU6EXPOjGYyI\" allow=\"encrypted-media\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;min-height:152px;border:0;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Den Vinyl","offers":[{"title":"VG++ \/ VG+ \/ 1978","offer_id":54012748005692,"sku":"DEN00000188","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9932\/2684\/files\/Ny0yODYyLmpwZWc.jpg?v=1787440278","url":"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/products\/billy-joel-52nd-street-lp-082226","provider":"The Den New Hope PA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}