Billy Joel - 52nd Street - LP

Billy Joel – 52nd Street

Flip this one over — it’s Billy Joel’s *52nd Street*, a sleek, jazz-infused follow-up to his breakthrough *The Stranger*. This 1978 gem blends his signature storytelling with slick, sophisticated arrangements that showcase a new musical depth. If you know *Big Shot*, that track alone is worth the spin: it’s sharp, catchy, and packed with attitude. *52nd Street* earned Joel his first Grammy for Album of the Year, making it a landmark record in his career and a must-have for any vinyl collection. Give it a listen—you’ll hear why it helped cement Billy Joel as a major artist beyond just pop-rock.