Step into the electrifying atmosphere of Billy Joel’s historic concert at Madison Square Garden. From record-breaking performances to surprise celebrity appearances, witness the magic that captivated millions of viewers worldwide.
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Key Points:
- Billy Joel broke his own record for most consecutive performances at Madison Square Garden.
- CBS aired Joel’s 100th performance at Madison Square Garden on April 14th.
- The broadcast abruptly ended during Joel’s performance of “Piano Man.”
- CBS apologized for the error and rebroadcasted the show on April 19th without issues.
- Comedian Jerry Seinfeld praised Joel’s musical genius and emotional connection to his audience.
- Seinfeld and Joel commemorated the milestone with a banner at Madison Square Garden.
- Sting joined Joel on stage to perform “Big Man on Mulberry Street” and “Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic.”
- Joel included unique songs in his set list, such as “The Downeaster Alexa” dedicated to his daughter.
- Joel’s performance showcased his masterful vocals, pianist abilities, and contagious energy.
- Despite being the least-watched Sunday Primetime on CBS, the concert attracted 5.7 million viewers during its rebroadcast.
