If you consider the definition of "Tribute" as being an acknowledgment of respect and admiration, you can understand what has driven Turnstiles' band leader Tony Monaco to form "Turnstiles". As a young man, Tony became an inspired, lifelong fan of the Piano Man and he used that inspiration to grow as a pianist, vocalist, and songwriter. As a result, Billy's style has been forever imprinted on his musical soul, much like that of Ray Charles and many others have been imprinted on that of Billy Joel.

After years of performing with various original projects and cover bands, Tony decided to form "Stormfront", his first Billy Joel tribute back in 1993. While Stormfront played to critical aclaim in the New York Area, their career was cut short when Tony decided to relocate to South Florida. Now, some 15 years later, he has built a diverse musical portfolio performimg with South Florida's premier party band, "Shake Down" (www.shakedownentertainment.com) and the nationally aclaimed blues band, "Blues Dragon" (www.bluesdragon.com). Also, Tony is honored to be part of the concert line up with the band "Hansenhaus" featuring flamenco jazz guitarist Eric Hansen (www.ericguitar.com). In spite of already having a full musical plate, Tony has decided to enlist some of the finest musicians in South Florida to join with him to once again pay tribute to the man he has so much respect and admiration for, Billy Joel. Never intending to be an impersonator, his focus instead is simply on the music and creating a faithful Billy Joel experience to share with others. Turnstiles' renditions of Billy's classic songs are certain to move the casual listener as well as the hard core "Joel fan" to their feet and singing along with all the classics!