The Stranger

It’s “Still Rock-n-Roll” when 52nd St. comes to town! Walt Wise's 52nd St. performs all the BIG HITS of the legendary Billy Joel. From rockers like “Big Shot” and “You May Be Right” to ballads like “Just the Way You Are” to perennial favorites like “Piano Man” there’s something for everyone! Vocalist/Multi-instrumentalist Walt Wise has performed nationally and internationally for such names as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Caesars Palace, Harrahs, the US Air Force & Navy, etc. Come out and sing along to your favorite Billy Joel Classic Hits!

A musical celebration of an artist whose catalog has over 33 top 40 hits, Billy Nation entertains audiences with a high-energy authentic concert experience of Billy Joel classics from the '70s, 80s, and 90s. Complete with Billy's signature grand piano, growling saxophone, rich harmonies, and audience engagement, Billy Nation captures Billy's stylistic range with ease from anthems like 'Piano Man' to rocking songs like 'You May Be Right' to beautiful ballads like 'Just the Way You Are.' Led by pianist/vocalist, Adam Shapiro, Billy Nation delivers great performances and passionate live shows that bring back the authentic spirit of the Piano Man’s music. Billy Nation is not just a cover band; the group aims to capture not only the music but also the look and the aesthetics of what makes Billy Joel such a special artist. This tribute act will make you feel like you are experiencing one of Billy Joel’s concerts in his prime, bringing back the magic of that one-of-a-kind era of music. The show offers more than just music: Billy Nation goes to great lengths to recreate the magical atmosphere of those early Billy Joel shows, down to the aesthetics and the energy on the stage. This is perfect for those who want to re-live those magical memories, or even enjoying that experience for the first time, like traveling back in time.

The Cold Spring Harbor Band (named after Billy Joel's first Solo Album) is lead by vocalist/pianist: Pat Farrell a six time Grammy contender, voting member of NARAS (Grammy Awards) and has recorded his solo album "I GOT NO PLACE TO BE" with Billy Joel Band members, Richie Cannata (saxophone), Mark Wood (violin), Ozzie Melendez (trombone) and Barry Danielian (trumpet). The Cold Spring Harbor Band members include: Tom Staab - Lead Guitar; Steve Siracusa- Lead Guitar; Paul Tuthill - Alto/Baritone Saxophone, Percussion and Backing Vocals; Nick Cangemi - Drums and Percussion; Peter Salvato - Bass and Backing Vocals; Robert Goebel - Synthesizer, Guitar, Percussion and Backing Vocals.The Cold Spring Harbor Band is one of New York's most recent Billy Joel Tribute Bands that performs an entertaining "Billy Joel Tribute Show" accompanied by lights, professional backdrop, show programs, slide show of unique and rare Billy Joel photo's, and a full PA/stage set up including a portable Grand Piano.