The Words and Music of Billy Joel
(Hardback)
Publishing Details
The Words and Music of Billy Joel
By (Author) Ken Bielen
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Praeger Publishers Inc
22nd July 2011
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Musicians, singers, bands and groups
Composers and songwriters
782.42166092
Physical Properties
Hardback
208
Width 156mm, Height 235mm
510g
Description
This detailed exploration looks at the musical works of recording artist Billy Joel and his impact on popular culture. Billy Joel skyrocketed to popularity in 1977 with his fifth album, The Stranger, and he has been a major American artist ever since. His songs are timeless and appreciated by generations of fans. The Words and Music of Billy Joel examines this influential musician's songs in detail, exploring the meaning of the lyrics and placing Joel's artistry in a regional and cultural context. Covering work that ranges from Joel's recordings with the Lost Souls to his classical compositions, the book focuses on the dozen studio albums of popular music released between 1971 and 1993. A bibliographic essay is included, as are both a discography and a filmography. There is also a special focus on the interpretation of Joel's songs by other recording artists.
Author Bio
Ken Bielen, PhD, is director of the Office of Grants Management at Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN.
