Billy Joel Tribute 'The Stranger'

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The Stranger - The Ultimate Billy Joel Tribute

Setting the standard for what it takes to be called a "Tribute".

THE STRANGER is the complete premiere tribute to the music of the Piano Man himself, Billy Joel. Comprised of some of the best and most experienced musicians in the business, this 6 piece band brings together an authentic replication of Billy's timeless music, crowning it with soulful, spot on vocals that makes listening to a Billy Joel song so special. You will be amazed that what you're seeing and hearing is actually a tribute band.

From his radio hits to classic b-sides, sprinkled with great songs from similar artists such as Elton John, Paul Macartney and others, it's everything you'll ever want in an evening out of great music. Available for corporate events,festivals, casinos, private affairs, and select venues.

The Stranger is also touring as an Elton John/Billy Joel "Face-2-Face" Concert that features Ronnie "The Rocket Man" Smith of the famous Crocodile Rocks on Broadway on the Beach in Myrtle Beach, SC. This knock-out show features 3 1/2 hrs of the best of both artists, full costumes, lights, visual arts, the WORKS! Available for festivals, casinos, private functions, corporate events and select venues. Please inquire within for more information.

Personnel

Mike Santoro: Piano / Lead Vocals
Mike Graci: Drums
Steve Daley: Saxophones/Flute/Keys/Backing Vocals
Chris Revels: Bass Guitars
Gabriel Bello: Keys/Saxophone/Percussion/Backing Vocals
Peter Gray: Lead & Acoustic Guitars/Vocals

Influences

BILLY JOEL / ELTON JOHN

What to Expect

Typical Gig Duration: 60 - 180 minutes

The Stranger - The Ultimate Billy Joel Tribute

Setting the standard for what it takes to be called a "Tribute".

THE STRANGER is the complete premiere tribute to the music of the Piano Man himself, Billy Joel. Comprised of some of the best and most experienced musicians in the business, this 6 piece band brings together an authentic replication of Billy's timeless music, crowning it with soulful, spot on vocals that makes listening to a Billy Joel song so special. You will be amazed that what you're seeing and hearing is actually a tribute band.

From his radio hits to classic b-sides, sprinkled with great songs from similar artists such as Elton John, Paul Macartney and others, it's everything you'll ever want in an evening out of great music. Available for corporate events,festivals, casinos, private affairs, and select venues.

The Stranger is also touring as an Elton John/Billy Joel "Face-2-Face" Concert that features Ronnie "The Rocket Man" Smith of the famous Crocodile Rocks on Broadway on the Beach in Myrtle Beach, SC. This knock-out show features 3 1/2 hrs of the best of both artists, full costumes, lights, visual arts, the WORKS! Available for festivals, casinos, private functions, corporate events and select venues. Please inquire within for more information.

Additional Notes:
Rider available upon request.

Set/Song/Sequence List:
BILLY JOEL

* Prelude / Angry Young Man
* Movin' Out
* My Life
* New York State Of Mind
* Allentown
* She's Always A Woman
* Honesty
* Vienna
* Pressure
* Summer Highland Falls
* Big Shot
* You May Be Right
* Keeping The Faith
* I'ts Still Rock And Roll To Me
* All For Leyna
* Miami 2017
* River Of Dreams
* Ive Loved These Days
* Captain Jack
* Only The Good Die Young
* Scenes From An Italian Restaurant
* Piano Man
* Souvenir
* Just The Way You Are
* Rosalinda's Eyes
* An Innocent Man
* Don't Ask Me Why
* She's Got A Way
* Goodnight Saigon
* Say Goodbye To Hollywood
* Until The Night
* Travelin' Prayer
* Stiletto
* Big Man On Mulberry Street
* The Ballad Of Billy The Kid
* Everybody Loves You Now

w/ ELTON JOHN TRIBUTE

* Tiny Dancer
* Pinball Wizard
* Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds
* Rocket Man
* Your Song
* Candle In The Wind
* The Bitch Is Back
* Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting
* Honky Cat
* Funeral For A Friend/Love Lies Bleeding
* Sad Songs Say So Much
* I Guess Thats Why They Call It The Blues
* Philadelphia Freedom
* Dont Let The Sun Go Down On Me
* Bennie And The Jets
* Im Still Standing
* Daniel
* Goodbye Yellowbrick Road
* Empty Garden
* Levon
* Blue Eyes
* Take Me To The Pilot

and much more! Don't see a song on this list that you would love to hear? E-mail us your suggestions!

Performance Schedule

Past Booked Dates:

10-21-2010 — Salisbury Town Fair - Salisbury, NC
10-09-2010 — Rocktoberfest - Myrtle Beach, SC
10-02-2010 — Private Party
09-25-2010 — Tega Cay Town Festival - Tega Cay, SC
09-03-2010 — Matthews Alive Festival Matthews, NC
08-20-2010 — Monroe Crossing Concert Series - Monroe, NC
07-30-2010 — Downtown Mooresville Concert Series
07-17-2010 — Plyler Park - Boardwalk Show - Mytrle Beach, SC
07-08-2010 — University Plaza Charlotte, NC
07-02-2010 — Broadway On The Beach Myrtle Beach, SC
06-04-2010 — Rockin and Reelin In Pineville - Bell Johnston Center
05-13-2010 — Alive After 5 - Ballantyne Town Center Charlotte, NC
05-12-2010 — Alive After 5 - Piedmont Town Center Charlotte, NC
03-26-2010 — Amos' Southend Charlotte, NC
11-27-2009 — Amos' Southend Charlotte, NC

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