Then John took over with his five-piece band for an 11-song set. They’d continue through three other numbers - Joel’s “Just the Way You Are” (1970) and “My Life” (1978), and John’s “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me” (1974). Situated “Face to Face,” the two musicians first turned to John’s song book and shared lead vocals on a stunning version of the 1970 single “Your Song.” The 32-song marathon began as two pianos rose through the stage floor and the men took their seats - John on a bench Joel on a stool. The makeup date for the HP show is scheduled for Tuesday.īoth men seemed in good health and were in fine form during their nearly 2 ½ hour show in Oakland.
Joel and John were originally supposed to perform at both Oracle and HP Pavilion in San Jose back in November, but those dates were postponed due to illnesses. Go see “Face to Face” and you’ll hear dozens of hits, many of which rank among the best rock offerings of the last 40 years.Īll of those ingredients were in place when Joel and John finally brought the tour to Oracle Arena in Oakland before 15,000 fans on Saturday. Furthermore, both artists - especially Joel - are first rate entertainers.īut the most important factor behind the success of this road show, which debuted in 1994, is the set list. They also have overlapping fan bases, which makes this bill a comparatively good value for concertgoers. There’s the obvious compatibility that comes from two classic-rock piano men sharing the same stage. There are many reasons why Billy Joel and Elton John’s “Face to Face” tour is the longest-running and most-successful co-headlining bill in music history.
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