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Billy Joel Live at Madison Square Garden Performing Classics

Date: December 28, 1998

In the live recording "Billy Joel Live at Madison Square Garden 12 28 98," Joel was basking in the glow of his storied career. By this time, he had already released his album "The Bridge" in 1986, showcasing hits like "We Didn't Start the Fire." A few years prior to this performance, he also unleashed the highly-acclaimed "Greatest Hits, Volume 1 & 2," which solidified his status as a music legend. It’s interesting to note that the late '90s were a significant period for Joel, as he began to embrace live performances more, hence the electrifying atmosphere captured in this Madison Square Garden show. Fans were treated to a setlist that blended classics with joyful energy — the kind of nostalgia that only a Billy Joel concert can deliver. It’s moments like these that remind us why he remains a beloved fixture in the music world.

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