Billy Joel Stars Supergroup MSG Shows Residency

Billy Joel discusses new music, end of MSG residency, and plans for a supergroup on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

Legendary musician Billy Joel made a guest appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on February 15, where he discussed a variety of topics with the host. Among the topics discussed were his new song, "Turn the Lights Back On," and the upcoming end of his Madison Square Garden residency. However, the most intriguing revelation was Joel's desire to form a supergroup with other famous musicians.

During the interview, Joel expressed his interest in collaborating with musicians such as Don Henley, Sting, and John Mayer to form a band that would "explode and break up" after playing together until they "hate each other's guts." This idea of a supergroup certainly piqued the interest of fans and music enthusiasts alike.

When asked about his new song, "Turn the Lights Back On," Joel emphasized that the focus was on the music itself rather than the music business. He enjoyed the interaction with the musicians and found the experience of creating new music to be more enjoyable when the focus was solely on the music.

Colbert also brought up a 2019 interview with Rolling Stone in which Joel mentioned having a lot of unreleased music. Joel clarified that the unreleased material was not songs, but rather instrumental, orchestral, or melodic music. This revelation left fans wondering if there might be more new music from Joel in the future.

In addition to discussing his new music, Joel also addressed the impending end of his Madison Square Garden residency. He humorously remarked that he didn't want to "outstay his welcome" and felt it was better to leave before being asked to leave. Despite the end of the residency, Joel hinted that it doesn't mean he won't return to perform at Madison Square Garden in the future.

The interview also touched on Joel's upcoming CBS concert special, which will document his 100th show at Madison Square Garden. The special, titled The 100th: Billy Joel at Madison Square Garden - The Greatest Arena Run of All Time, is set to premiere on April 14 and will be available for streaming on Paramount+.

Looking ahead, Joel's concert plans include a co-headlining date with Sting in Tampa, Florida, as well as joint concerts with Stevie Nicks and Rod Stewart. He also has headlining shows scheduled in various cities and, of course, his remaining Madison Square Garden dates. Fans can find tickets for Joel's concerts on his official website and through various outlets, including StubHub.

Overall, Billy Joel's appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert provided fans with insight into his new music, future plans, and his desire to collaborate with other musicians. With a career as illustrious as his, it's clear that Joel continues to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact on the music industry.

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