In a remarkable turn of events, music icon Billy Joel, 74, is set to make a long-awaited return to the Grammy stage after a 30-year hiatus. The announcement follows the revelation of his first pop single since 2007, titled “Turn the Lights Back On.” The Grammy Awards, hosted by Trevor Noah at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena on February 4, will showcase a star-studded lineup, including Billie Eilish, Burna Boy, Dua Lipa, Luke Combs, Olivia Rodrigo, Travis Scott, and the much-anticipated return of Billy Joel.
Joel, a five-time Grammy winner with 23 nominations, last performed solo at the Grammys in 1994, presenting a memorable rendition of “The River Of Dreams.” His return to the Grammy stage aligns with the release of “Turn the Lights Back On,” scheduled for release on February 1.
Instagram Trailer Creates Buzz
To tease the upcoming music, Joel took to Instagram, unveiling a teaser trailer that not only confirmed the new single but also generated excitement among fans. Co-written with Arthur Bacon, Wayne Hector, and produced by Freddy Wexler, the track marks Joel’s re-entry into original pop music after a hiatus since his 1993 album “River of Dreams.”
Despite signaling retirement from original pop music with the closing track, “Famous Last Words,” on the same album, Joel remained active in the music scene, releasing the classical album “Fantasies & Delusions” in 2001.
The Grammy performance announcement comes on the heels of Joel’s decade-long residency at New York’s Madison Square Garden, set to conclude later this year after his 150th lifetime show on July 25. Fans eagerly anticipate Joel’s return to the Grammy stage, where he has not only been recognized with numerous nominations but has also clinched five Grammy trophies, including the 1979 wins for “Just the Way You Are” from “The Stranger.”
Conclusion
As the music industry gathers to honor its brightest stars, the 2024 Grammy Awards promise to be a global spectacle, captivating both live audiences and millions of viewers worldwide through the CBS Television Network and Paramount+. Mark your calendars for Music’s Biggest Night on February 4, 8 p.m. ET, where the return of Billy Joel symbolizes the enduring legacy of an artist who has left an indelible mark on the world of music.
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