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“I've always said about 50% of what happens at a concert has to do with the audience. If you play for a dead audience you're gonna stink. If we play for a great crowd we're much better. You want 'em to make noise. It's kinda like sex, if they don't make noise, you ain't doin' it right.”

Quote by Billy Joel

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Billy Joel is an iconic American pianist, singer, and songwriter, born on May 9, 1949. His musical style blends elements of pop, rock, and jazz, and he has been highly regarded in the music industry since the 1970s. Joel is known for his unique piano playing skills and heartfelt lyrics, with hits like 'Piano Man', 'Uptown Girl', and 'Just the Way You Are'. more

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