{"product_id":"billy-joel-piano-man-lp-082726","title":"Billy Joel - Piano Man - 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 Columbia, Devonshire Studios, CBS Inc., Artisan Sound Recorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog number:\u003c\/strong\u003e KC 32544\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 Piano Man stands as a defining moment where storytelling and soft rock intertwine, bringing to life the smoky ambiance of a lounge bar through songs like \"Piano Man\" and \"Captain Jack.\" This 1973 album reveals Joel’s knack for painting vivid characters and scenes, shaped by his own experiences as a lounge singer in Los Angeles. The record balances acoustic intimacy with a focused ensemble, reflecting influences from Elton John and James Taylor while carving out Joel’s unique narrative voice. It's the kind of record where each track earns its place without crowding the room—a musical conversation rather than a shouting match. This 1973 Columbia pressing offers a solid listen on vinyl, with the record presenting a glossy surface free from major distractions, just a few minor light scuffs that won’t interfere with playback. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/blogs\/news\/how-we-grade-vinyl-records-at-the-den\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eVG++\u003c\/a\u003e condition suggests you’ll get clear sound with minimal surface marks that are barely noticeable. The album’s straightforward presentation makes it easy to slot into a collection where focused songwriting and warm vocals hold the spotlight, perfect for those who appreciate the craft behind the lyrics as much as the melodies. A piano man indeed, Billy Joel invites you to pull up a chair and settle in.\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 - Piano Man\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide A\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravelin' Prayer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiano Man\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAin't No Crime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou're My Home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Ballad Of Billy The Kid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide B\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorse Comes To Worst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop In Nevada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf I Only Had The Words\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSomewhere Along The Line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaptain Jack\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\/nY3OZQGyrvY\" 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\/77ErLrVvYETIlQJHAwhfIH\" 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+ \/ 1973","offer_id":54028197003580,"sku":"DEN00000254","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9932\/2684\/files\/Ny0zNDk5LmpwZWc.jpg?v=1787854203","url":"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/products\/billy-joel-piano-man-lp-082726","provider":"The Den New Hope PA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}