Billy Joel Piano Man 1978 [Rare Japanese Import w/ OBI] Vinyl/LP

 "After dealing with the troubled release of Cold Spring Harbor, Billy Joel sought to provide a more settled and representative taste for his listeners. Piano Man would show the young, aspiring artist and his other, accompanying musicians in a different light than before. The sound became quicker and more generally commanding with equal variation on the subject matter. This sophomore release has since been regarded as among his best works and earned him a nickname taken directly from the album title. Yet the question isn't whether fame came with the album, but just how good it was, and if it withstands the test of time. Though Joel's second album might not be without a decent share of problems, the good news is that when it stands out, the music definitely impresses."

- Sputnik Music

Condition:

Record: E (Excellent)

Sleeve: E (Excellent)

OBI: E (Excellent)

Japanese Records – The Appeal of Japan LPs:

"By the early 1980s, Japanese records were being exported all over the world to be sold to quality-conscious audiophiles, who liked the high-quality covers and the quiet playing surfaces.

This was a time when American record companies were often making records from noisy, recycled vinyl, and using stampers until they wore out, which resulted in a poor sounding domestic product.  Many sound-conscious buyers began buying Japanese records instead."

Billy Joel – Piano Man
Label: CBS/Sony – 25AP 952
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: Japan
Released: 1978
Genre: Rock
Style: Folk Rock, Pop Rock

A1 Travelin' Prayer 4:14
A2 Piano Man 5:37
A3 Ain't No Crime 3:17
A4 You're My Home 3:12
A5 The Ballad Of Billy The Kid Arranged By – Jimmie Haskell 5:42
B1 Worse Comes To Worst 3:14
B2 Stop In Nevada 3:55
B3 If I Only Had The Words (To Tell You) 3:32
B4 Somewhere Along The Line 3:22
B5 Captain Jack Drums – Rhys Clark