Steve Cohen: Behind the scenes: Billy Joel's And So It Goes HBO Documentary

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Tony Mantor

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5 • 784 Ratings

🗓️ 15 July 2025

⏱️ 27 minutes

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Steve Cohen, Emmy award-winning producer and Billy Joel's longtime creative director, guides us through the creation of HBO's powerful new documentary "Billy Joel: And So It Goes," premiering July 18th and 25th as a landmark two-part film exploring the Piano Man's extraordinary life and music. • Billy Joel initially resisted documentary proposals for years, believing "his life is in his music" until recently deciding the time was right • The project came together when filmmaker Susan Lacey (...

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0:00.0	My career in the entertainment industry has enabled me to work with a diverse range of talent.
0:20.0	Through my years of experience, I've
0:22.4	recognized two essential aspects. Industry professionals, whether famous stars, or behind-the-scenes
0:30.0	staff, have fascinating stories to tell. Secondly, audiences are eager to listen to these stories,
0:36.3	which offer a glimpse into their lives and the
0:39.2	evolution of their life stories. This podcast aims to share these narratives, providing information
0:45.1	on how they evolve into their chosen career. We will delve into their journey to stardom,
0:50.5	discuss their struggles and successes, and hear from people who help them achieve their goals.
0:55.7	Get ready for intriguing behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the fascinating world of
1:01.1	entertainment.
1:04.0	Hi, I'm Tony Mantor. Welcome to Almost Live Nashville.
1:08.4	Joining us today is Emmy Award winning producer Steve Cohen.
1:12.8	We'll dive into the making of Billy Joel, and so it goes.
1:17.1	The powerful new documentary premiering on HBO, July 18th and 25th.
1:23.5	As Billy Joel's longtime creative director and trusted friend,
1:27.3	he was handpicked to guide this intimate cinematic portrait,
1:30.7	working with acclaimed director's Susan Lacey and Jessica Levin
1:34.8	to craft a film as honest as it is heartfelt.
1:38.7	Featuring never-before-seeing footage, unreleased performances, and soul-bearing interviews.
1:43.2	It's a deep dive into the life
1:45.3	and legacy of one of music's greatest icons. This project also marks a defining chapter in
1:51.7	Steve's second act, as he shifts from a legendary five-decade career designing and producing
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