David Browne

“For all his foibles, his reputation as the ‘brat’ of pop music, as one critic put it, Joel remains strangely endearing, almost lovable, by the time the final credits roll. Unlike most of the rock-vet pals who weigh in on his saga, he truly does seem like someone you’d want to share a beverage with — even if you worry he’ll purposefully pour it onto your lap if you say the wrong thing.”

David Browne · said date not stated · reported 2025-07-26

David Browne shares his thoughts in a review of Billy Joel's two-part documentary.