Axl Rose Surprises Fans at Billy Joel's Final Madison Square Garden Show
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In a truly memorable night at New York City's Madison Square Garden, Billy Joel's 150th and final residency concert was filled with surprises and special guests. The legendary Guns N' Roses singer, Axl Rose, made a unexpected appearance on stage, joining Joel for not one, but three electrifying performances.
The crowd erupted with applause and excitement as Billy Joel introduced Axl Rose in the middle of his set. The rock icons shared a warm embrace before launching into a thrilling rendition of Wings' classic hit, "Live and Let Die," a song famously performed by Guns N' Roses. Axl Rose showcased his powerful vocals, capturing the essence of the track.
Building on the momentum, Joel and his band shifted gears and delivered a dynamic cover of AC/DC's iconic anthem, "Highway to Hell." Axl Rose, having previously fronted AC/DC in 2016 during Brian Johnson's absence, effortlessly commanded the stage with his trademark energy and stage presence.
While Axl Rose took a break for the remainder of the main set, the GN'R frontman returned for the encore, where he once again graced the audience with his vocals for "You May Be Right." The collaboration between two music legends left the crowd in awe and capped off an unforgettable evening.
During the show, Billy Joel also received a special recognition from late-night host Jimmy Fallon. Presenting Joel with a banner that read "Billy Joel 150: Most Lifetime Performances by Any Artist," Fallon honored his impressive achievement, which will soon be commemorated by raising the banner to the rafters of Madison Square Garden.
As the concert came to a close, Joel took his final bows, accompanied by his two young daughters. The record-breaking residency concluded on a high note, with Joel bidding farewell to his beloved "World's Most Famous Arena."
Though his Madison Square Garden residency has ended, Billy Joel's musical journey continues with upcoming concerts, including a co-headlining tour with Sting. Fans who want to catch Joel's captivating performances can find tickets to his upcoming shows.
Witness Axl Rose's extraordinary performances alongside Billy Joel through fan-filmed videos circulating online. Relive the magic of this unexpected collaboration, as well as Jimmy Fallon's touching tribute, and explore the full 25-song setlist of the historic night at Madison Square Garden.