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Billy Joel

  • Blogs

    May 24, 2012

    And the season 11 winner of American Idol is...

    Five months of auditions, live performances and rounds and rounds of voting led to last night's big moment. Who would be crowned the American Idol champion after so much anticipation? Who deserved to win? Phillip Phillips. Beating Jessica Sanchez, the season's runner-up, in a record-breaking 132 m ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 4, 2012

    Five misinformed rock songs

    Of all the occupations listed on Bono's resume (humanitarian, hotel owner, British Knight, world bank advisor, anathema to any rock fan under thirty), one that has never been considered was historian. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated 44 years ago today, an event the U2 singer attempted to ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 29, 2012

    R.I.P. Earl Scruggs, 6/26/24 - 3/28/12

    Redefining an instrument and creating a new genre are rare musical feats, creative accomplishments that come once in a generation, at best. The death of Earl Eugene Scruggs on Wednesday at the age of 88 marked the passing of such an innovator, an American artist who built a brand new sound out of fo ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 23, 2012

    American Idol Top 10: Erika Van Pelt and Lana Del Rey underperform

    In the past two weeks, American Idol has eliminated two of its weaker contestants, Shannon Magrane last week and Erika Van Pelt last night. While we're sad to see them go (kind of), what we'd really like to see eliminated is the strange choice of music themes from week to week. A Billy Joel week(rea ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 7, 2012

    Howl at the Moon dueling-piano bar opening March 9 in former SingSing space

    Over the last year, three dueling-piano bars have closed, including Chez Cirque in Greenwood Village, Wild Ivories and, most recently, SingSing, which went dark at the end of last year. Howl at the Moon, which has more than a dozen locations across the country, will fill that dueling-piano void when ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 7, 2012

    Don't Facebook me, don't call me. Just page me.

    Once upon a time, before Facebook made social networking acceptable for non-nerds and technology was on the cusp of the cellular-phone revolution from the brick to the flip, I had a pager. I also had a boyfriend who I fought with, in public, for about 80 percent of the duration of our relationship. ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 19, 2011

    Jennifer Draper Carson, Arturo Jimenez's stand-in clash at DPS board candidates forum

    ​ Tense exchanges between Denver Public Schools board candidate Jennifer Draper Carson and a stand-in for incumbent Arturo Jimenez marked a forum last night at the University of Denver, one of the last before the November 1 election. But while those two threw barbs, the debate between the othe ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 21, 2011

    Caribou Ranch documentary in the works

    ​Caribou Ranch, near Nederland, was a major recording studio throughout the '70s and early '80s. The 178 artists who recorded there over the years included such legends as Elton John, Billy Joel, the Beach Boys, Frank Zappa and Joe Walsh. But when a fire destroyed the control room in 1985, own ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 18, 2011

    R.I.P. Ideal Fathers: Cool dads call it a day. Last show slated for September 3 at Larimer Lounge

    Ideal Fathers in happier times​Cue Boyz II Men: Ideal Fathers have evidently come to the end of the road. "The report of our death is not entirely an exaggeration," the outfit confirms. "We are, individually, in good health and spirit, though it is with somewhat heavy heart that we deliver the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 13, 2011

    Tonight: Ben Folds at the Ogden

    ​Ben Folds (performing tonight with Kenton Chen) has had several careers over the last few decades. Playing in bands since the '80s, the multi-instrumentalist found MTV and radio-friendly success in the '90s with his piano-led outfit Ben Folds Five. Weathering the storm of mainstream success, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 19, 2011

    Tonight: The Supervillains at the Fox

    ​Not that there needs to be an excuse for a 420-style celebration in Colorado, but tonight at the Fox Theatre, weed enthusiasts the Supervillains (along with Tatanka and Bop Skizzum) get the party started, just a day ahead of the annual blowout. Rising up alongside similar acts like Slightly S ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 2, 2011

    Five famous musical muses: the women who inspire songs and movements and stir libidos

    ​With the recent passing of Suze Rotolo, Bob Dylan's first muse, we thought it only appropriate to give a shout out to a couple of other famous ladies. The muse position is demanding and the position can vary (physically and figuratively) -- it's not all about getting a song named after you. T ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 3, 2011

    Medical marijuana dispensary review: Rocky Mountain High -- Cherry Creek

    ​Rocky Mountain High fits in well with the expensive clothing boutiques in high-end Cherry Creek North. Not because it's got sky-high herb prices, but because the place literally is an expensive, vintage clothing boutique in exclusive Cherry Creek North.

  • Music

    July 1, 2010

    SuperSeed

    SuperSeed
    Self-released

  • Calendar

    March 18, 2010

    Rock On

    SuperSeed
    Self-released

  • Blogs

    November 19, 2009

    This Just In: Billy Joel and Elton John show rescheduled

    ​Billy Joel and Elton John's Face 2 Face show originally scheduled for Sunday, November 22 at the Pepsi Center has been pushed back to February 22. Any tickets purchased for this Sunday's show will be valid for the rescheduled date, and refunds are available at point of purchase. The two have have ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 20, 2009

    Billy Joel & Elton John, Bebel Gilberto, Imogen Heap shows announced

    ​Billy Joel and Elton John, both legendary pop singers and pianists, have been on their Face 2 Face tour since March will visit the Pepsi Center Sunday, November 22. After opening the show with a series of duets, each playing pianos and trading vocals, Joel and John will play sets with their own b ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 14, 2009

    Twitter Tuesday: Mile High Music Fest edition

    Back again with more great Twits to follow for your burgeoning Twitter feed. As always, follow us at @denverwestword, @cafewestword and @casciato. @WidepreadPanic: To kick off this very special edition of Twitter Tuesday, dedicated to amping you up for the Mile High Music Fest this next weekend, ... More >>

  • Music

    May 21, 2009

    The newer generations' love of classic rock shows a lack of imagination

    Back again with more great Twits to follow for your burgeoning Twitter feed. As always, follow us at @denverwestword, @cafewestword and @casciato. @WidepreadPanic: To kick off this very special edition of Twitter Tuesday, dedicated to amping you up for the Mile High Music Fest this next weekend, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 7, 2009

    The Colorado Rockies v. the Arizona Diamondbacks -- and why everyone needs an Uncle Bobby

    A Flickr photoBank One Ballpark circa 2003.Have you ever had one of those days when, for whatever karmic reason, the forces of nature conspired specifically in your favor? Like life just decided to comp your tab that day? The season-opening series between the Colorado Rockies and the Arizona Diamond ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 6, 2008

    Q&A with Gang Gang Dance's Lizzi Bougatsos

    A Flickr photoBank One Ballpark circa 2003.Have you ever had one of those days when, for whatever karmic reason, the forces of nature conspired specifically in your favor? Like life just decided to comp your tab that day? The season-opening series between the Colorado Rockies and the Arizona Diamond ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 4, 2008

    Amy Fisher, RIP

    A Flickr photoBank One Ballpark circa 2003.Have you ever had one of those days when, for whatever karmic reason, the forces of nature conspired specifically in your favor? Like life just decided to comp your tab that day? The season-opening series between the Colorado Rockies and the Arizona Diamond ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 28, 2008

    Live Review: KTCL's Big Gig at Fiddler's Green

    A Flickr photoBank One Ballpark circa 2003.Have you ever had one of those days when, for whatever karmic reason, the forces of nature conspired specifically in your favor? Like life just decided to comp your tab that day? The season-opening series between the Colorado Rockies and the Arizona Diamond ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 24, 2008

    Delegating Denver #36 of 56: New York

    A Flickr photoBank One Ballpark circa 2003.Have you ever had one of those days when, for whatever karmic reason, the forces of nature conspired specifically in your favor? Like life just decided to comp your tab that day? The season-opening series between the Colorado Rockies and the Arizona Diamond ... More >>

  • Calendar

    February 28, 2008

    Billy Joel

    A Flickr photoBank One Ballpark circa 2003.Have you ever had one of those days when, for whatever karmic reason, the forces of nature conspired specifically in your favor? Like life just decided to comp your tab that day? The season-opening series between the Colorado Rockies and the Arizona Diamond ... More >>

  • Music

    February 28, 2008

    Billy Joel

    Thursday, February 28, Pepsi Center, 303-830-8497.

  • Blogs

    January 18, 2008

    Beyond Playlist: The All-Soundtrack Edition

    Thursday, February 28, Pepsi Center, 303-830-8497.

  • Home Entertainment

    January 10, 2008

    Shift Happens

    Indy Legends brings Brickyard history to life.

  • Music

    October 11, 2007

    McRad

    Meet Chuck Treece, pro-skater, session musician and old-school punk.

  • Blogs

    January 4, 2007

    Waxing Rhapsodic

    Meet Chuck Treece, pro-skater, session musician and old-school punk.

  • Blogs

    January 4, 2007

    Waxing Rhapsodic

    Meet Chuck Treece, pro-skater, session musician and old-school punk.

  • Music

    September 21, 2006

    Tommy Emmanuel

    Saturday, September 23, First Church of Divine Science, 303-777-1003.

  • Dining

    August 25, 2005

    Drunk of the Week

    Capitol Lounge

  • Food & Drink

    March 24, 2005

    Best Once-a-Week Italian

    Ristorante Amore

  • Music

    November 4, 2004

    Wilco

    Saturday, November 6, Fillmore Auditorium, 303-830-8497.

  • Music

    July 8, 2004

    The Beatdown

    Teaching the Rockies how to rock the Rockies.

  • Culture

    June 3, 2004

    Rock On

    Movin' Out is a moving target.

  • News

    May 27, 2004

    Dial Another Day

    Twenty-four hours inside Denver radio: A survivor's story.

  • Calendar

    May 20, 2004

    Dry Wit

    Leo Kottke keeps on pluckin'

  • Culture

    December 6, 2001

    Hunger Strike

    Can a non-9/11 benefit album make any noise?

  • Music

    May 18, 2000

    Up With People

    The People Under the Stairs question hip-hop's answers.

  • Music

    February 24, 2000

    Dolly Parton

    The Grass Is Blue
    (Sugar Hill)

  • Music

    September 16, 1999

    Other Voices, Other Tunes

    Two new releases -- and a certain music awards showcase -- prove Denver's no one-note town.

  • Music

    October 23, 1997

    Variety, Country Style

    On two new reissues, a pair of C&W legends refuse to paint by the numbers.

  • News

    November 22, 1995

    OFF LIMITS

    On two new reissues, a pair of C&W legends refuse to paint by the numbers.

  • Music

    November 8, 1995

    IN THE PINK

    On two new reissues, a pair of C&W legends refuse to paint by the numbers.

  • Music

    January 25, 1995

    YOU ASKED FOR IT

    OUR READERS REVEAL THE OTHER OVERPLAYED CLASSIC-ROCK SONGS.ONCE MORE WITH FEELING

  • Music

    December 7, 1994

    STAIRWAY TO HELL

    OUR LIST OF THE MOST OVERPLAYED CLASSIC-ROCK SONGS OF ALL TIME.

  • Music

    September 21, 1994

    PLAYLIST

    OUR LIST OF THE MOST OVERPLAYED CLASSIC-ROCK SONGS OF ALL TIME.

  • Music

    March 2, 1994

    THE GRANDMA AWARDS

    OUR LIST OF THE MOST OVERPLAYED CLASSIC-ROCK SONGS OF ALL TIME.

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