Kontsert cover

Kontsert

Billy Joel · 1987

73 min · 16 tracks · pop rock · rock & roll · contemporary classical music

A vibrant live recording that captures Billy Joel's dynamic stage presence and rich storytelling through piano-driven rock anthems.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • celebratory sing-alongs with friends
  • engaging storytelling through live performance
  • nostalgic anthems for road trips
  • captivating energy for late nights

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek minimalistic soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Kontsert' was released in October 1987, Billy Joel had solidified his status as a leading pop-rock artist with multiple hit albums, including 'The Bridge' (1986). This live album serves as a celebration of his past hits while showcasing his ability to connect with audiences, reflecting a peak period in his career following several successful years in the music industry.
Stylistic neighbors
Elton John· Carole King· James Taylor

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Odoya 1:17
  • 2 Angry Young Man 5:24
  • 3 Honesty 3:58
  • 4 Goodnight Saigon 7:20
  • 5 Stiletto 5:08
  • 6 Big Man on Mulberry Street 7:17
  • 7 Baby Grand 6:09
  • 8 An Innocent Man 6:08
  • 9 Allentown 4:22
  • 10 A Matter of Trust 5:08
  • 11 Only the Good Die Young 3:32
  • 12 Sometimes a Fantasy 3:38
  • 13 Uptown Girl 3:08
  • 14 Big Shot 4:45
  • 15 Back in the U.S.S.R. 2:44
  • 16 The Times They Are A Changin' 2:57

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