Returning to New York, Joel took full control of his sound, hiring his own touring band for the studio sessions. This album is a fan favorite, featuring "New York State of Mind," "Summer, Highland Falls," and "Say Goodbye to Hollywood." 5. The Stranger (1977)
A sweet but technically flawed debut. A mastering error originally made Joel’s voice sound unnaturally high, but it still hides gems like the original piano ballad "She’s Got a Way" . billy joel albums in order of release