Billy Joel's Greatest Hits – Vol. 1 & 2 Soars on Official Vinyl Albums Chart Amid Health Setback

Billy Joel's Greatest Hits – Vol. 1 & 2 Soars on Official Vinyl Albums Chart Amid Health Setback

Billy Joel recently announced that he had to cancel his upcoming tour dates due to a diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus, which has temporarily prevented him from performing. Despite this setback, his docuseries Billy Joel: And So It Goes premiered on HBO in July, leading to a resurgence in his music sales and streaming numbers. This week, his Greatest Hits – Vol. 1 & 2 album made a notable debut on the Official Vinyl Albums chart in the United Kingdom, marking its fortieth anniversary with a new release on vinyl.

Greatest Hits – Vol. 1 & 2 entered the Official Vinyl Albums chart at No. 18, becoming Billy Joel's second appearance on the chart after The Stranger in 2024. The album also reappeared on the Official Physical Albums chart at No. 35 and the Official Albums Sales tally at No. 36, achieving new peaks on both charts. Additionally, another compilation, Piano Man – The Very Best Of, maintained its position in the top 40 on the Official Albums chart and improved on the Official Albums Streaming tally.

Billy Joel's music continues to resonate with audiences, as evidenced by the success of his compilations on various music charts. Despite his health challenges, his timeless hits are still captivating listeners and earning him new accolades in the music industry.