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And Juskow for AllDavid Juskow is "Unidentified Man"This week we premiere the new theme to "Unidentified Man". My new series I was born to play as we go over the big red carpet opening night of the Roastmaster General's terrific Broadway Show, Take a Banana for the Ride. I'm in all the photos on the red carpet, much to the paparazzi's dismay. And if that isn't enough for one episode, my sister and I clean out Aunt Judy's refrigerator. WOW! What an episode! Feel free to join Patreon to see all the photos. That would be delightful. Or not. đ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
2025-09-0951 min
And Juskow for AllDavid Sanborn Was CoolThe Nightfly is back to do a tiny tribute to the great David Sanborn and some of his influence, especially his work with the great Dave Grusin, Sting, David Bowie and David Juskow (I added my name in to make another David reference - I should see if he worked with Dave Grohl -- although I do have a clip of him on David Letterman - SO. . . we're good). Also, another, if you can believe it, anchovy incident - I mean, it's impossible, right? AND, sending my backpack home in luxury turned out to be a major financial mix-up and...
2024-05-211h 05
Billy Joel A to ZInterview with Tony Winner David YazbekWe were really thrilled to have Tony winner, David Yazbek be our obvious "Y" guest for Billy Joel A to Z this episode. David has composed the Broadway musicals, The Full Monty, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Tootsie and The Band's Visit, with which he won the Tony Award for Best Musical of the Year. His new play is entitled, Dead Outlaw and he's here today to talk about that, his musical influences and, of course, Mr. William Joel. Fascinating episode for someone who has run the gamut in beginning as a writer on the Late Show with David Letterman, creating tv...
2024-04-3047 min
And Juskow for AllDavid Juskow and the Case of the Missing PantsOn today's episode - I have a run in with an escaped mental patient on the loose and lose a pair of pants along the way. All in the same week? What a show! Also, how many questions can you answer on my first quiz of the year AND "Hot Dog, the Movie" from 1984 -- should be the worst movie ever made but in a first viewing the cinematography is incredible. What the. . . . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-01-3051 minBilly Joel A to ZNo Man's LandNo Manâs Land kicks off Billyâs 12th and final album River of Dreams. No Manâs Land was released in December of 1993 but never placed on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. However, No Man's Land does have a special place in history as it was the first song ever played on The Late Show with David Letterman in 1993. Way cool. It also brings us back to simpler time - a time in 1993 when everyone somehow knew the name Joey Buttafuoco. Hilarious. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-02-2228 minBilly Joel A to ZL's Wrap UpAnd so it goes. . . that we wrap up the 6 songs that begin with the letter "L". We talk about the listeners disdain with Dave's review of Lullabye of course; the Leonard Cohen and Paul McCartney covers; our new theme song and a song that's never been heard BUT there are lyrics for entitled, Let Your Heart Show You the Way. Plus more listener feedback, a preview of the "M"s and for some reason, Jurassic Park. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-01-1841 minBilly Joel A to ZInterview with Director Scott Aukerman Part 2Part 2 of the Scott Aukerman interview really has nothing to do with Billy Joel. We decided to put it up because we found it fascinating. In this episode Scott regales us with tales of directing a major movie special effects flood to make sure Matthew McConaughey doesn't drown on set; playing Michael Caine's son in Austin Powers 2 AND directing then president Barack Obama at the White House appearing in an episode of Between Two Ferns. Hope you like -- we'll be back when we start the Letter "M" next week. đ Hosted on Acast. See...
2022-01-1346 minBilly Joel A to ZInterview with Director Scott Aukerman Part 1Scott Aukerman is a journeyman of sorts in the business of show. He began as a comedian and an actor, began producing and directing and then hosting an extremely successful podcast on the podcast platform he invented called Earwolf. He was the creator and host of Comedy Bang Bang and creator and director of the legendary, Between Two Ferns show and movie with Zach Galifianakis. But, of course most importantly, he is a big Billy Joel Fan. In Part 1 we learn his favorite Billy song, seeing Billy Joel at the Hollywood Bowl and hanging around with his pals U2.
2022-01-1136 min
And Juskow for AllJuskow vs. Judge JerryOn this week's episode I appear on the Judge Jerry Show with Mike Bocchetti and Rachel Feinstein and, well, alot of people throw around the word epic but. . . . ALSO, New York State legalizes gambling so "Say Goodbye to Hoboken"; the wings place fires my favorite bartender; and David Bowie puts out a new album about UHF's Uncle Floyd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-01-111h 17Billy Joel A to ZLullabye (Goodnight My Angel)Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel) is the seventh song on River of Dreams. Lullabye was released as the fourth and final single from the album and only made it to number 77 on the charts. Everyone loves this song except Dave who compares it to the scene in "A Clockwork Orange" where it make him physically sick. Which, of course, makes this, an epic episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-01-0628 minBilly Joel A to ZLos AngelenosLos Angelenos is the second song on Streetlife Serenade and the 4th track on Songs in the Attic. The song was originally written with Rod Stewart in mind. If anyone can hook us up with Porchfest 2022, we'd greatly appreciate it. We didn't know what it was either until we recorded this episode. Now, it's all the rage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-01-0434 minBilly Joel A to ZLong Long TimeLong Long Time is Unreleased Track that was recorded at the legendary Sigma Sound Studios at WMMR Radio in Philadelphia in April of 1972. This was the same session that made Captain Jack the legendary song it became and launched Billy's career. We were surprised he didn't call it Long Long Island - since he's OBSESSED! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-12-2325 minBilly Joel A to ZLeningradLeningrad is the 7th song on Stormfront. Leningrad was oddly released as a follow up single to âWe Didnât Start the Fireâ in October of 1989. Apparently it's about a Russian Clown named Viktor. And, apparently, Viktor has no idea who Bozo is. Bozo!!! I mean. . . . Viktor's living in the past man! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-12-2133 minBilly Joel A to ZLeave a Tender Moment AloneIf you enjoy continuing to say the word "Toots" then you'll love our Leave a Tender Moment Alone episode. This song is the ninth track off of Billyâs ninth album, entitled, âAn Innocent Manâ. Leave a Tender Moment Alone was the fifth song to be officially released as a single from this album in July of 1984 â almost a full year after the album was released. The song was on the billboard charts for 10 weeks and peaked at 27 on September 1, 1984. This "Toots" fella is the harmonica player you hear on the theme to Sesame Street. OMG. Hosted on Acast. S...
2021-12-1631 minBilly Joel A to ZLauraLaura is a five minute and five second song and the second track off Billy Joelâs 7th album entitled, The Nylon Curtain. This is the song where Billy drops a career shocking "F" bomb. Also, we finally find out who "Laura" is. Oh, who cares, we'll just tell you, it's his mom. đŽ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-12-1431 minBilly Joel A to ZLast of the Big Time SpendersAfter 51 songs we have our first song off of the album Street Life Serenade. Last of the Big Time Spenders is the 7th track off of the album. It may not be his best song but with lyrics like "Then I'm the last of the big time spenders, Cause I've been spending time on you" it's still Billy Joel. Awe. And, Oh yeah, Elon's wife sings. It's epic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-12-0926 minBilly Joel A to ZK's Wrap Up (Special Live "Stump Paul Loren" Edition)Since there was only one "K" song -- we decided to do something fun and have our listeners log in and either make a request or try and stump our resident Billy Joel master musician, the great Paul Loren. It was such a great time and we thank everyone for taking time out of their weekend to listen to a little Billy Joel together. And, of course a big thanks to Paul Loren for making it happen. Download his new album "Betwixt" here: https://ffm.to/paulloren_betwixtSee you in the "L"s.
2021-12-0743 minBilly Joel A to ZRound Table Discussion with Christopher Bonanos and Alec SulkinSince there's only one song in the "K"s we thought we'd bring back two of our favorites and talk about Billy and the songs so far. Bringing back Christopher Bonanos from New York Magazine and whose rankings we use every single episode was a no brainer. Bringing back Family Guy Executive Producer Alec Sulkin was an easy choice as well since he's super funny and super Billy knowledgeable. A lively discussion as we await our next episode - The Stump Paul Loren phone in show. đ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-12-0246 minBilly Joel A to ZKeeping the FaithThe only song with a "K", Keeping the Faith is the tenth and final song off of An Innocent Man. Keeping the Faith was released as the SIXTH single off of the album in September of 1984 and peaked at 18 on the Billboard Charts. That's all fine and good, but the big news will always be Christie Brinkley as a redhead. Whaaaaa!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-3036 minBilly Joel A to ZJ's Wrap UpThe J's Wrap Up Show -- includes our three songs, the very rare never released "Jericho Lines" and more "Mr. Jaws" talk. đAlso, how terrific Paul Loren was and how great it will be when we play "Stump Paul". And, of course, listener feedback and a preview of, well, I'll just say it, "Keeping the Faith". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-2431 minBilly Joel A to ZInterview with Musician Paul LorenFresh off the release of his new album entitled, "Betwixt" singer, songwriter, and producer Paul Loren joins us to talk a little Billy Joel today. And we got real lucky. He is kind enough to play us two songs today on his keyboards and boy do they sound terrific. My guess, like Elon and I, is this episode will make you smile ear to ear. He's terrific. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-2337 minBilly Joel A to ZJust the Way You AreJust the Way You Are is the third track off of Billyâs fifth and unbelievable album, âThe Strangerâ and the song that made Billy Joel an International Superstar. It was released as the albumâs lead single in September of 1977 and went to #3 in February of 1978. Just the Way You Are became Billy Joelâs first gold single AND garnered two Grammy Awards for Record of the Year and Song of the Year in 1979. He was also playing it on Saturday Night Live when Chevy Chase and Bill Murray were having a fist fight backstage. Oh score! Hosted on Ac...
2021-11-1841 minBilly Joel A to ZJosephineJosephine is an unreleased song originally written by Billy Joel in 1972 for the Piano Man Album. This song is so rare it can only be found on the My Lives compilation album BUT not on the album itself, only on as a bonus track on iTunes. So. . . you're welcome? The name Josephine is no Little Geo so we're not all in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-1626 minBilly Joel A to ZJamesWe open up the "Js" with -- James. James is the fifth track off of Billyâs fourth studio album, Turnstiles. James, was released as the second single off of the album in July of 1976 and reached #77 on Australian charts, but did not chart in the United States. Like everyone has done since 1976, we try and figure out who James actually is in Billy's life and why he thinks it's necessary to keep reminding him how great he's doing. "I guess it didn't work out, huh James?" Wow -- that's cold. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
2021-11-1135 minBilly Joel A to ZI's Wrap UpA time sensitive Wrap-Up as Billy Joel went back to his residency at Madison Square Garden the day before we recorded this podcast. Dave had a chance to go but (spoiler alert) had a date with Larry Dallas from Three's Company. (If you're a regular listener, you probably realize that's true). đ Also, Dave finds himself in the exact location he told Billy Joel to be quiet 30 years ago while he was trying to use the phone. Elon reads the first post-covid MSG awesome set list, which makes Dave even more upset. Also, other unreleased "I" songs and one's that didn't mak...
2021-11-0930 minBilly Joel A to ZInterview with Comedian Kyle DunniganKyle Dunnigan is an unbelievable impressionist and you'll be able to hear a bunch of those impressions today. But that's just an added bonus to the fact that he "storm fronted" đ the stage at the legendary Yankee Stadium concert and then got asked back to dance the Uptown Girl dance at Wrigley Field a few years later. That story and much more with Super Fan Kyle Dunnigan. Oh, and he plays the Angry Young Man open. Wow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-0435 minBilly Joel A to ZIt's Still Rock and Roll To MeItâs Still Rock and Roll To Me is the fourth track off Billyâs 7th studio album âGlass Housesâ. It was released as a single on May 12, 1980 and became the number one hit in the nation on July 19th. This is one of Billy Joel's biggest song ever and yet, it has the words Beau Brummell Baby. I guess that's when you know people love you whatever you do. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-0234 minBilly Joel A to ZIf I Only Had the Words (To Tell You)If I Only Had the Words (To Tell You) is the eighth track off Billyâs second studio album âPiano Manâ. Modulating to a different key? What? That's nothing, wait until you see one of Billy's heroes completely ripping off this melody 10 years later. Ooooo. Controversy. Fun times on Billy Joel A to Z. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-10-2828 minBilly Joel A to ZI've Loved These DaysIâve Loved These Days is the seventh track off Billyâs fourth studio album Turnstiles. It's sandwiched in between Angry Young Man and Miami 2017 so who remembers it. So, mostly we focus on the Glen Campbell classic, Rhinestone Cowboy. They came out at the same time and Billy was going to call the song, "These Rhinestone Days". Close call. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-10-2629 minBilly Joel A to ZI Go to ExtremesI Go to Extremes is the fourth track off Billyâs eleventh studio album âStorm Frontâ. The song went all the way to Number 6 on the Billboard Charts on March 17, 1990.  The song appears on numerous other compilation albums and Billy plays it live all the time. Also, I'm pretty sure our logo comes from the video of this song. So it's pretty popular. So why don't we like it? Ooooo, controversy. 𤣠Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-10-2131 minBilly Joel A to ZI Don't Want To Be AloneI Donât Want to Be Alone kicks off the second side of Billy Joelâs seventh Album Glass Houses, if, of course, you were listening on Vinyl way back in 1980. Another fun loving song about loneliness that for some reason seems to rock. Gotta love this guy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-10-1933 minBilly Joel A to ZH's Wrap UpIt's the always exciting Wrap-Up episode - this time for the letter "H". We finish our discussion of the great "Half a Mile Away", the medium "Honesty" and the awful "House of Blue Light". Later, we discuss the new "Scenes from an Italian Restaurant" official video that just came out, the new 9 pack Vinyl compilation that is coming out AND the apparent sketch by Andrew Dice Clay and Billy Joel that happened recently. Of course, a preview of what's coming up in the "I's" and listener feedback (even the bad ones). đ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
2021-10-1426 minBilly Joel A to ZInterview with Super Fans Stacey and Avery LenderStacey and Avery Lender are mother and daughter. Stacey used to be an actual "Roadie" for Billy Joel back in the '90's and that led to her daughter, Avery, becoming a super fan. Avery is an up and coming Stand-Up Comic who is still in college for the time being. Stacey, like Elon, used to run the student music concert committee at Cornell University and parlayed that into working for Billy Joel, among other things. She is also an author and has retained all the "merch" from working with Billy and handed it down to her grateful daughter. They're...
2021-10-1231 minBilly Joel A to ZHouse of Blue LightHouse of Blue Light was only available as the B-side to the single of the legendary We Didnât Start the Fire released on September 27, 1989. It is the second instance of a Billy Joel single being backed by a non-album track (the other one being Elvis Presley Boulevard). It now officially appears only on Disc 2 of the My Lives Compilation Album. It is what one critic called, "a blues song like the kind seen in a Hollywood approximation of a blues club". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-10-0720 minBilly Joel A to ZHonestyThe second song off of Billy Joelâs sixth and Grammy Winning Album of the Year, 52nd Street and released as the third single from the album on April 21st 1979. Honesty spent 11 weeks on the charts and peaked at number 24 on May 26, 1979. A predecessor to what would become the Power Ballads of the 80's and 90's. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-10-0528 minBilly Joel A to ZHalf A Mile AwayThe H's begin with the fast moving Half a Mile Away song. Half a Mile Away is the seventh song off of Billy Joelâs sixth and Grammy Winning Album of the Year, 52nd Street and was released only as a B-Side, depending on what country you live in, on the 45 RPM of Big Shot, which came out on January of 1979. And, in trivia this week -- which Billy Joel album covers were shot "a half a mile away from each other"? Exciting! We are also making Little Geo a permanent friend of ours. Hosted on Acast. See aca...
2021-09-3025 minBilly Joel A to ZG's Wrap UpIt's the G's Wrap Up everybody. Who isn't excited talking about the 5 songs with the letter G? Well, at least there's 5 this time. đ. Just wrapping up the greatness of Get It Right The First Time -- cause, you know, that's the main thing. And, of course, reminiscing on the awesome interview with Gary Gulman. Also, more Karen Carpenter and that weird Hammond B3 Organ. What is that all about? Listener feedback and rankings to. See you in the H's. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-09-2826 minBilly Joel A to ZInterview with Comedian Gary GulmanIt turns out Gary Gulman is a huge Billy Joel fan. And who better to have after we wrap up the "Gs" then Gary G. Gary has, among other things, an amazing comedy special/documentary on HBO Max entitled, The Great Depresh, which is now a new comedy album as well. He is also scheduled to play Carnegie Hall November 13, 2021 -- so it's a HUGE deal that he was able to take a few moments and talk a little Billy Joel. đ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-09-2335 minBilly Joel A to ZGreat Ships & Great OceansGreat Ships & Great Oceans is an unreleased song originally written by Billy Joel in 1972 for the Piano Man Album. A really interesting song that a songwriter almost has to get out the way to achieve greatness so it's great to see the process. Most of us just gargle with salt water but Billy has written like 20 songs about it. Now that's productivity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-09-2125 minBilly Joel A to ZGot to Begin AgainGot to Begin Again is the tenth and final track that completes Billyâs first album Cold Spring Harbor which was released on November 1, 1971 and, famously rereleased, in December of 1983. In this episode find out why certain songs on Glass Houses may sound like Carpenter's songs. Yes, the musical group. I know. A fascinating discovery in the world of what is Billy Joel A to Z. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-09-1733 minBilly Joel A to ZGoodnight SaigonGoodnight Saigon is the fourth track of Billy Joelâs eighth studio album, The Nylon Curtain. Goodnight Saigon was released as a single in February of 1983 and spent 7 weeks on the billboard charts. So then, what do this song, Will Ferrell, Paul Rudd and comedian Artie Lange have in common? Find out on this episode. Exciting!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-09-1433 minBilly Joel A to ZGetting CloserAnother final track - this time off The Bridge album. Getting Closer was only released as a B-Side to our first podcastâs song, A Matter of Trust and released on July 9, 1986. The third and final duet off of the album -- this time with Li'l Stevie Winwood, who can't get enough of the Hammond b3 organ. Whatever that is. Like Ray Charles, Steve Winwood was one of Billy's heroes starting out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-09-0927 minBilly Joel A to ZGet It Right the First TimeThe eighth and penultimate song of Billy Joelâs epic sensation, The Stranger. Get It Right the First Time was released only as a B-Side of Dave's favorite wrong song title, "Donât Go Changingâ (Just the Way You Are). Possibly, the only Billy Joel song with a full on Disco Beat. Yay 70's! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-09-0732 minBilly Joel A to ZF's Wrap UpAnother letter wrap up, this time for the "F"s. In this episode we talk about having two more ending album songs; what a great time our Live Watch Party was and continuing to thank everyone for showing up so a good time could be had by all; and talk about our amazing guest Alec Sulkin and the great revelations he bought up about how the show Family Guy indeed feels about Billy Joel. Also, listener feedback and rankings. And, of course, a preview of what's coming up in the "G"s letters, including the crazy fact that two of...
2021-09-0235 minBilly Joel A to ZInterview with Writer/Producer Alec SulkinAlec Sulkin is the show runner from the epic show Family Guy on Fox and is also the co-writer of the movies, Ted, Ted 2 and A Million Ways to Die in the West. Of course, he is also a tremendous Billy Joel fan, as is evidenced in almost every season of the 20 year old Family Guy. We had such a good time talking to him we can't wait to already have him back. In this episode we find out if Billy is actually a fan of Family Guy since many episodes are named after his music, let...
2021-08-3146 minBilly Joel A to ZFifty Second StreetAfter last week's episode, fascinatingly another Final track on an album, this one on the album of the same name - 52nd Street. 52nd Street, the song, was only released as a B-Side to the classic song My Life on October 28, 1978.  The final song off of the album that won it all in 1980 by beating out Donna Summer and Supertramp. Based on this song, it may not have been a classic year. đ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-2628 minBilly Joel A to ZFamous Last WordsThe last song every written on an album by Billy Joel released August 10, 1993. "Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn anymore." Oh Burn!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-2431 minBilly Joel A to ZFalling of the RainThe fifth track and final song on side one of Billy's debut album Cold Spring Harbor released November 1, 1971. And, as we begin the F letters, after waiting so long for a song from Cold Spring Harbor, we go back to back this time with Falling in the Rain. Will Dave like this one as much as he liked Everybody Loves You Now? Billy is even known for mocking this one. đ Epic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-1927 minBilly Joel A to ZE's Wrap UpA recap of the E's, a preview of the F's, plus listener feedback and rankings. Also, recapping Dave's first reaction listen to anything (amazingly) off Cold Spring Harbor. AND, of course reiterating how our E's guest, Dennis Blair, inspired the entire An Innocent Man album. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-1727 minBilly Joel A to ZInterview with Comedian and Musician Dennis BlairDennis Blair is a living legend in the comedy world BUT for this podcast's importance he is the writer of the classic Rodney Dangerfield movie, Easy Money, which as you know contains the theme song of the same name. So, if Dennis Blair, wrote the movie Easy Money and Billy Joel was asked to write the song Easy Money and then he said, "I like this song, let's do an entire album of songs like Easy Money" -- then Dennis Blair technically inspired the An Innocent Man album. So there!Dennis is also an accomplished musician whose...
2021-08-1243 minBilly Joel A to ZEverybody Loves You NowThe third track off of Billy's debut album Cold Spring Harbor and released as the B-Side to She's Got a Way in January of 1972. The Billy Joel A to Z Podcast's first song off of Cold Spring Harbor AND the song on the album that uses the title Cold Spring Harbor. AND, since I'm clearly trying to see how many times I can use Cold Spring Harbor in a sentence, now Billy Joel's worst nightmare, as he never wants to be reminded of this album. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-1029 minBilly Joel A to ZEverybody Has A DreamThe finale to the masterpiece of what is The Stranger. After 39 episodes, our first song off of the legendary album that is one of the most successful and important albums in pop music history. This episode also includes an exclusive track only found on The Billy Joel A to Z Podcast. We also recommend NOT singing this song on Indonesian Idol, cause it's already been done. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-0537 minBilly Joel A to ZElvis Presley BoulevardThe B-side to the legendary Allentown released in September of 1982. The rare occurrence of a Billy Joel single being backed by a non-album track. It now officially appears only on Disc 2 of the My Lives Compilation Album. Billy may not talk about politics often, but when it comes to the commercialization of Elvis -- he's pissed! We all have our Cross to Bear!! HEY NOW!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-0324 minBilly Joel A to ZEasy MoneyThe track that kick's off and inspired the entire An Innocent Man album released as a B-side to Tell Her About It on July 28, 1983 AND --most importantly for Dave, the theme to the classic Rodney Dangerfield movie of the same name. "My Mother-In Law -- For Years I wouldn't kiss her on the face". . . . (or something like that) -- listen to see what comes next đ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-07-2934 minBilly Joel A to ZD's Wrap UpA recap of the Ds, a preview of the E's, plus listener feedback and rankings. Also, the creepy keyboards of the Don't Ask Me Why Demo. Plus pressuring Elon again to answer the ultimate "D" question -- Where is Downeaster Alexa?! Oh you can say it's called, "The" Downeaster Alexa a hundred times but nobody's buying it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-07-2728 minBilly Joel A to ZInterview with Musician Julian VelardJulian Velard is an amazing musician who has been heavily influenced by Billy Joel, as is indicated by his digital album entitled, Play Piano Man. Julian, however, has a great sense of humor (like Billy) and subsequently entitled his follow-up album that came out last year, Please Don't Make Me Play Piano Man. For all the joking around we do this was a really terrific sit down with someone who can explain more about the greatness of Billy Joel from a musician's perspective. Later, Julian actually plays the song from the album, Please Don't Make Me Play Piano Man, which...
2021-07-2247 minBilly Joel A to ZDon't Ask Me WhyThe 3rd track off Glass Houses and released as a single on July 24, 1980. It spent two weeks at number 1 on the adult contemporary charts. Another song off Glass Houses where Billy speaks French. Uh oh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-07-2034 minBilly Joel A to ZDecember SongThis is an UNRELEASED track from 1971 written for the Cold Spring Harbor album. There's also a discussion of whether legendary director Robert Altman's son actually wrote the theme from M*A*S*H at 13. Elon says it's true but Dave says no way and everyone's high. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-07-1523 minBilly Joel A to ZC's Wrap UpA recap of the Cs, a preview of the D's, plus listener feedback and rankings. Also more Cass Dillon and C'etait Toi French talk. We clearly weren't finished. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-07-1334 minBilly Joel A to ZInterview with Sarah SilvermanWell, when you decide to go alphabetically, even in the best musician's catalogue, there are lots of lulls SO, we had to spice things up and bring in Sarah Silverman to regale us with her stories of her and Dave singing Code of Silence together years ago and her fascinating story on SNL when Billy was the guest. It's a great time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-07-0826 minBilly Joel A to ZCross to BearThis is an UNRELEASED track from the Piano Man/Streetlife Serenade Era. It appears on the My Lives album only. There's really not much to say so we basically end up talking about Ringo Star and Bond Girls Women đ But our next episode has Sarah Silverman in it so. . . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-07-0621 minBilly Joel A to ZCode of SilenceThe 8th track off The Bridge released as a âBâ side only in November, 1986. The second and only other ever duet off The Bridge album with Dame Cyndi Lauper. Cindi has always worked with the greats, Billy Joel, Captain Lou Albano and Pee Wee Herman. Now that's just a well rounded career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-07-0128 minBilly Joel A to ZClose to the BorderlineThe 9th track off Glass Houses released as a âBâ side only in March 7, 1980. Billy's tribute to 1977 New York City including the blackout, heatwave, gas shortage, Son of Sam and Sammy Hagar's favorite, changing the speed limit to 55. Oh, and more references to Billy's love of television. Yay! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-06-2928 minBilly Joel A to ZChristmas in FallujahChristmas in Fallujah is one of two songs Billy officially put out in 2007 but this is the only one EVER with someone else singing on it. Rockville Centre native, Cass Dillon gets the golden ticket to sing on a Billy Joel song but we feel the song would have been a big smash if everyone's real favorite Rockville Centre native son, comedian Dave Attell, sang it instead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-06-2422 minBilly Joel A to ZChristie LeeThe 8th track off An Innocent Man released as a âBâ side only in March of 1984 and is an homage to Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis. It's still a mystery who Billy's writing about here. Who is this Christie Lee character? Is she pretty? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-06-2231 minBilly Joel A to ZCareless TalkThe 7th track off An Innocent Man released as a âBâ side only on September 29, 1983. A little ditty about tabloid gossip involving Elle MacPherson, Christie Brinkley and Dave Juskow. Just wanted to see what my name would've looked like in that sentence. Sigh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-06-1725 minBilly Joel A to ZCaptain JackThe breakthrough song that started it all thanks to a few loyal fans and a Philadelphia Radio station -- and, of course, the realization of what goes on when your sister's on a date. Uh oh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-06-1541 minBilly Joel A to ZCâetait Toi (You Were The One)The eighth track off the Glass Houses album and released only as a âBâ side to Donât Ask Me Why on July 24, 1980. What did Rick Springfield pick up from Billy Joel on this song? Let someone else speak the French! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-06-1022 minBilly Joel A to ZB's Wrap UpA recap of the B's, a preview of the C's, plus listener feedback and of course Dave having to relive Big Man on Mulberry Street again. Oy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-06-0818 minBilly Joel A to ZInterview with Comedian Danny VermontDanny Vermont is a legendary New York and Los Angeles comedian, who, for the past 20 years, has been working with Bill Maher. He currently writes on Bill's HBO Show, Real Time. The thing about Danny is -- he's a humongous Billy Joel fan. Dave has known him since college days and could not, in good conscious do a Billy Joel podcast without having him on. We talk about the time Dave, Danny and Sarah Silverman performed Code of Silence on stage and the time Danny and Dave went to Saturday Night Live and had a private audience show watching Billy...
2021-06-0339 minBilly Joel A to ZBye Bye (Where is My Lady)This is an UNRELEASED track from the Cold Spring Harbor Era. It's so rare -- we're not even sure if that's the name of the song. Spoiler alert! Dave likes it - Elon doesn't. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-06-0114 minBilly Joel A to ZBlonde Over BlueThe third track off the River of Dreams album and released August 10, 1993. A great hidden gem. And remember, in hell there's a big hotel - and the TV works, but the clicker is broken! Noooooooo!!!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-2726 minBilly Joel A to ZBig ShotThe epic song that kicks off the album 52nd Street and was released in January 1979. The time capsule song that encompasses all you needed in the late 70's early 80s. The restaurant Elaine's, Dom Perignon and the spoon up your nose. No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no - You had to be a big shot, didn't ya. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-2529 minBilly Joel A to ZBig ShotThe epic song that kicks off the album 52nd Street and was released in January 1979. The time capsule song that encompasses all you needed in the late 70's early 80s. The restaurant Elaine's, Dom Perignon and the spoon up your nose. No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no - You had to be a big shot, didn't ya. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2021-05-2329 minBilly Joel A to ZBig Man on Mulberry StreetBig Man on Mulberry Street is the 6th track on The Bridge, released July 9, 1986. Dave, very much like Bruce Willis, gets uptight at the mere mention of Moonlighting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-2024 minBilly Joel A to ZBaby GrandBaby Grand is the fourth single released in March 1987 off The Bridge album and peaked at No. 3 on the Adult Contemporary Charts. The Jerusalem Post wrote that the song is a "small pleasure". The Jerusalem Post likes two things: Baby Grand and Elon's act. It's a RAVE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-1824 minBilly Joel A to ZA's Wrap UpA recap of the A's, a preview of the B's, plus listener feedback and of course more Maude talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-1319 minBilly Joel A to ZInterview with New York Magazine's Christopher BonanosAfter being completely obsessed by his 2015 New York Magazine ranking of 121 Billy Joel songs, Christopher was kind enough to join us for our first Billy Joel A to Z interview. We were absolutely dying to know why he ranked certain songs so high or vice-versa and today will provide all the answers. đ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-1119 minBilly Joel A to ZAngry Young ManPrelude/Angry Young Man is the sixth track off Turnstiles released on May 19, 1976. What show has the cast of Star Wars, Pete Rose and a performance by Mummenschanz in one episode? The same show that has Billy doing a live performance of Angry Young Man after a song by Petula Clark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-0627 minBilly Joel A to ZAnd So It GoesThe final track on Stormfront. Officially released as the sixth single off the album on October, 1990. Everyone seems to cover this song, even the 1998 American League Batting Title Champion, Bernie Williams. Now that's sayin' something. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-0422 minBilly Joel A to ZAn Innocent ManThe second track off the album of the same name. Officially released as a single in December of 1983. The song peaked at #10 because you're just not going to be able to beat 99 Luftballoons Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-2920 minBilly Joel A to ZAllentownThe legendary track that kicks off The Nylon Curtain album. Released on September, 1982. Billy travels 130 miles west out of his wheelhouse for this one. Warning - cover your children's eyes when watching the video! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-2726 minBilly Joel A to ZAll You Wanna Do Is DanceThe third track off Turnstiles. Released on May 19, 1976. This was almost "Only the Good Die Young" but -- thank goodness -- cooler heads prevailed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-2219 minBilly Joel A to ZAll My LifeThe only single of original material since 1993. Released in 2007 exclusively on everyone's favorite platform, People Magazine's online homepage. Oy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-2018 minBilly Joel A to ZAll for LeynaThe fifth track off the album Glass Houses, released March 12, 1980.When you're ready to grow up and go big, you rely on The Yamaha CP80. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-1519 minBilly Joel A to ZAll About SoulThe Sixth track from the River of Dreams Album. All About Soul was released as a single in October of 1993 and peaked at #29 on the pop charts on Christmas Day 1993.It's gonna get dark, it's gonna get cold AND it's gonna last you for the rest of your life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-1322 minBilly Joel A to ZAin't No CrimeThe third track from the album Piano Man, released November 9, 1973.The song where he rips off the theme from the tv show Maude and then Blossom returns the favor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-0619 minBilly Joel A to ZA Room of Our OwnThe sixth track from the album The Nylon Curtain, released June 28, 1982.The lyrical classic with the lines You've got yoga, honey. I've got beer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-0618 minBilly Joel A to ZA Minor VariationThe fourth track from the album The River of Dreams, released August 10, 1993Billy Joel may not even like this one. It's never even been released on a B-Side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-0619 minBilly Joel A to ZA Matter of TrustThe third track from the album The Bridge. The song released July 9, 1986 and peaked at No. 14 on the Billboard Charts.A Matter of Trust - it's Billy Joel, with a new album, a new song -- and a new BABY! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-0623 minBilly Joel A to ZTrailer 2: Billy Joel A to ZNew Episodes Every Tuesday and Thursday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-0201 minBilly Joel A to ZTrailer 1: Billy Joel A to ZNew Episodes Every Tuesday and Thursday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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And Juskow for AllThe Fourth Annual Carney Awards with David KatzOnce again David Katz, producer of "The Carney Awards" joins me in studio as we have another classic time talking about the character actors we all love. Joe Morton, Jessica Walter, Joe Pantoliano, M. Emmet Walsh, James Cromwell and Bruce Greenwood are this year's honorees. If you don't recognize some of the names, don't worry -- when you listen to the podcast you'll be like. . . . Whaaaa!!!?? "I know that guy!" What a great way to spend our 201st. :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-11-201h 46And Juskow for AllDavid Puddy Supports the TeamGreetings all. Today we start out with the amazing New Jersey Devils playoff game where me and the great Patrick Warburton (David Puddy) were together in full Seinfeld make-up to "support the team"; Martin Scorsese's SCTV documentary; how women can still take advantage of a classic nerd -- especially one that gets scammed at the comic book store only yesterday; and the sad case of Millennials not knowing what the Holocaust was. Well, if that's not a show for you, then I don't know what is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-04-241h 08And Juskow for AllThe Kids in the Hall 4 & David CassidyYes, the annual Thanksgiving Podcast with my sister and horrible nieces. Once the boring one goes to bed the action gets going. And when I say action, I really mean not much. But, we have a great time talking about sexual harrassment, modern college frat parties, broadway of course AND, the legacy of David Cassidy. My sister and I had every album, as I guess most kids did as we explain to my niece how much life sucked when all you could do was stare at an album cover. Especially their fourth album just named, "Shopping Bag". WHAT!!?? Come on...
2017-11-271h 48And Juskow for AllThe Third Annual Carney Awards with David KatzThis week David Katz joins me in studio as we have one of the best times talking about the character actors we all love. David Katz, his brother and the son of the late great Art Carney have put together an awards show that is absolutely made for us. It's called the Carney Awards and is made solely to recognize the achievements of character actors. You know who I'm talking about - people like Stephen Tobolowsky (Ned Ryerson in Groundhog Day) and Bruce McGill (D-Day in Animal House). I mean, are you kidding?. . .this is a dream for the people...
2017-11-201h 54And Juskow for AllThat Thing Adam Schlesinger DoesThis week I go crazy over the music of Adam Schlesinger. You may not know him, but you know his music and it's classic. I keep finding songs he's written or responsible for and it blows my mind every time. We'll get him here sooner or later but for now, we just have fun with all the music and then get back to the comedy and see how many Davids we can pack in one show: Davy Jones, David Cross, David Katz and David Juskow. That's alot of David. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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You Made It Weird with Pete HolmesDavid JuskowDavid Juskow (The Sarah Silverman Program! HBO's upcoming Crashing!) makes it weird! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2016-07-272h 31And Juskow for AllOJ Simpson & David Hasselhoff ConnectYou may know how OJ Simpson and the New York Knicks connect, but do you know the third party of David Hasselhoff? Probably not but the brilliance of the television show The People vs. OJ Simpson has everyone talking and you'll see why today on the show. Also, I can't stop with the Sylvester Stallone snub at the Oscars which I consider a snub at America and a true American. Yeah, that's right. Let's Make America Great Again! Where'd I here that before? Uh oh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2016-03-101h 30And Juskow for AllLarry David JuskowThis week Juskow talks about how he was burned by Larry David and the cast of "Fish in the Dark". Also, the University of Oklahoma and it's idiocy and of course how middle america effected Juskow. The brilliancy of what is "The Jack and Triumph Show" and duh, "Dog With a Blog" In this action packed show we also discuss the Blurred Lines/Marvin Gaye controversy and bring up a new one between Gary Glitter and Bon Jovi. It's all over the place, but it's still the quality show you love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
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