New York, USA – Billy Joel fans were left disappointed after a network programming error caused a premature end to the broadcast of his 100th show at Madison Square Garden. The CBS network announced that it will rebroadcast the special in its entirety this Friday, April 19, after cutting out in some parts of the country during Joel’s performance of his iconic hit “Piano Man.”
The initial broadcast on Sunday night ended abruptly in the Eastern and Central Time Zones, leaving viewers without the full experience of the concert. Due to the overwhelming demand from fans, CBS decided to air the full special on April 19th at 9:00 PM ET/PT.
Fans expressed their frustration on social media, criticizing CBS for too many commercials, skipping some of Joel’s best songs, and cutting away to local news before the conclusion of “Piano Man.” Despite starting late due to coverage of the 2024 Masters Tournament, viewers were irate at the network’s handling of the special.
The concert, held on March 28 at Madison Square Garden, marked Joel’s 100th show at the iconic venue. In addition to the CBS rebroadcast, the full concert special is available on Paramount+ for those who may have missed the live event.
The incident has sparked outrage among fans, prompting calls for CBS to make amends for the disrupted viewing experience. As viewers await the rebroadcast, many are hopeful for a seamless showing of the special to fully appreciate Joel’s milestone performance at Madison Square Garden.
The mishap serves as a reminder of the importance of accurate programming to ensure viewers can enjoy special events without interruption. Despite the hiccup, fans remain eager to relive the magic of Billy Joel’s historic 100th show at Madison Square Garden in its entirety.