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“A Matter Of Trust” (Billy Joel Acoustic Rock Cover Song) – The Laptop Sessions

Jeff Copperthite — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 16:31:27 +0000

Originally posted 2008-03-24 14:19:34.

By Jeff Copperthite:

Oh yeah here we go. Welcome to your Monday edition of The Laptop Sessions, and i’m posting today earlier than usual since I am fortunate to have the day off. Easter Monday ftw!

Today I introduce another new artist to the Laptop Sessions, and I know that he is a popular one. The song I have chosen is “A Matter of Trust” by Billy Joel, from his 1986 album “The Bridge”. This was his most popular single off this album, and translated well to an acoustic version. The song itself made it as high as #3 on the charts when it was released as a single.

You can tell I had a lot of fun doing this song. Ever since I heard it I became an instant fan, and the more I like a song, the more I enjoy performing the session. I hope the enthusiasm is apparent and makes the video a positive one for you to watch.

I’m hoping to hit 7k views by next Monday. If you like the video, comment on it, rate it, favorite it, subscribe, or pass it on. Thank you for being a regular visitor to The Laptop Sessions!

“Say Goodbye to Hollywood” (Billy Joel Acoustic Cover Song) – The Laptop Sessions

Jeff Copperthite — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 03:14:19 +0000

By Jeff Copperthite:

Welcome to your Tuesday edition of The Laptop Sessions. I bring you a familiar band for me tonight, and this also goes out by request from one of my best Youtube commenters – he knows who he is .

Billy Joel is an individual that I have covered in the past, and tonight I bring a song from his album “Turnstiles” in 1976. The song is “Say Goodbye To Hollywood”, which is known for its cool violin solo and light percussion. I also notice that Billy Joel sounds a lot different in his first albums than in his later ones. His voice tends to lower in pitch as you progress through his discography. No matter – I was on key tonight and glad I could nail this one. I think you’ll like this video a lot.

Sorry to be a little terse tonight, but I have a lot of things to get to. I’ll keep it short so you can get back to watching the election results roll in, and enjoy tonight’s video.

Come back tomorrow for Jim’s next original song – I can’t wait to hear and see it!

“Only The Good Die Young” (Billy Joel Acoustic Cover Song) – The Laptop Sessions

Jeff Copperthite — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 03:34:16 +0000

By Jeff Copperthite:

Wow, what a difference typing in this brand spanking new editor. But enough about that…

Welcome to Sunday’s edition of the sessions. Today I bring you our third Billy Joel song for the site, and it’s a 30 year old song. Heck, it even was banned on the radio! I suggest you read up on that story – it’s quite interesting.

I did this song on a hot day after coming home from a meeting, so pardon the unusual button down shirt. I really am proud of this performance – I think I nailed the vocals and did very clean guitar to accompany the singing.

Also, you better listen to the mp3s from the two shows Jim posted. I can’t wait to listen to them myself! Also, come back tomorrow for Jim’s latest session.

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“You May Be Right” (Billy Joel Acoustic Rock Cover Song) – The Laptop Sessions

Jim Fusco — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 02:25:58 +0000

By Jim Fusco:

Okay, so here’s a bit of an anomaly. Most of us cast members of WCJM.com Free Internet Radio will be surprised, if they’re not listening to the shows as often as I do, to find me playing a Billy Joel song. I want to take this opportunity to clear the air.

If you listen to the Beach Boys’ music through the ages, you’ll hear a progression in the music. The styles may be different as the years go on, but most of it is just building on what was previously there.

Conversely, you can listen to Paul McCartney or the Moody Blues through the years and notice that their song/music styles change with the TIMES. For instance, in the seventies, songs got longer, then got disco-y, then got electronic once they reached the eighties. Around 2000, you heard drum loops and “new age” production on albums from both McCartney and the Moodies.

But, their SONGS and the general “type” of music (rock or pop) stayed pretty constant. I’m not giving any free passes for horrible disco versions (Beach Boys fans can goan at “Here Comes the Night”) or electronica from the early 80s, but at least you still knew it was a “Paul” song or a “Moodies” song.

Billy Joel, for me, falls into two categories, both of which I’ll briefly address:

1. Overrated:

As you’ll note with the bands I like, I tend to stay away from bands that are generally “overrated”. Yes, the Beatles are lauded all the time, but it’s pretty clear they’re the ONLY band that deserves the accolades they get. But, Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys NEVER won a Grammy for their songs (unless you count “Best Instrumental” for “Mrs. O’Leary’s Cow” a few years ago- what an insult). The Moody Blues STILL aren’t in the Rock’n'Roll Hall of Fame. I don’t think America’s had a decently reviewed album in Rolling Stone since their first one.

But, look at who gets ALL the attention:

- Bruce Springsteen
- Elton John (who sells concert tickets like Tickle-Me-Elmos did the day after Thanksgiving)
- Bob Dylan, whom I’m convinced can fart on the microphone and earn a Five Star Rolling Stone review. Don’t get me wrong, I love the man, but he is overrated, as well.

Now, Billy Joel is playing TEN, yes TEN shows at Mohegan Sun Casino here in Connecticut and sold them all out. The man hasn’t done an album in like 15 years and is more popular than ever. I swear more people go to his concerts than have EVER bought his music. And THAT’S the kind of crowd that makes someone so overrated. The “Starbucks” crowd that loves what all the other soccer moms love.

The theme here: It’s not Billy Joel’s fault. I really don’t blame HIM for my dislike of his music.

2. He changes the TYPE of music he plays ALL THE TIME.

As I said earlier, bands I like have changed their styles through the years, either through progression, or just keeping up with the times. But, again- a Beach Boys song was a Beach Boys song, you know?

Now, Billy Joel:

Sometimes, he’s the crooner, singing in that horrid “holier than thou” voice about “regular people” from New York and their stories.

Then, out of nowhere, he’s formed a barbershop quartet in “For The Longest Time”.

Then, he’s some teeney-bopper singing “Uptown Girl”.

Then, 80′s rocker while singing “We Didn’t Start the Fire”.

And, finally, he’s a good old fashioned rock’n'roller on tunes like this one, “You May Be Right”.

What style of music IS this man? Epic piano numbers? Guitar-based rockers? Vocals-only diddies? What?

That question, I cannot answer. And maybe I’m being a bit too general here, as since I’ve noticed this trend, I’ve never gotten past the Greatest Hits.

In closing, I love this song, I love the style, and I wish this was the REAL Billy Joel. I hope you enjoy my rip-roarin’ rendition of this Billy Joel song! (What a rant…)