Yes, “Piano Man” is the greatest song ever written. The subject of Billy Joel’s breakthrough hit and signature song, and the question of whether it is, in fact, the greatest song ever written, was ...

Billy Joel knows all about an increasingly popular fan theory that suggests two of his "Piano Man" song characters are gay. And, the Grammy winner understands why fans think that. In the song, ...

Fifty years ago, a performer called Bill Martin wrote a song about his experience playing in a bar. He introduced us to people he met there. A waitress who’s practicing politics, a real estate ...

Ben Folds doesn't want to give you piano lessons. At least not like that old lady down the street from you as a kid. But before most shows on his current solo tour, which features just the pianist and ...

Quite a gig: Larry Petty was the first pianist hired in the area by Nordstrom, and he was named musical director in Texas. The job provided health insurance, a 401(k) plan and paid vacation. Chances ...