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Learn about Tommy Byrnes, a multi-instrumentalist and composer who plays Celtic, rock and folk music. He started his musical journey with a guitar and a Kenny Rogers record, and later moved to Ireland to learn from traditional musicians.
At this point, the only remaining long-standing member of Joel's touring band was DeVitto. Joel also had Tommy Byrnes move over to lead guitar. He remains at this position and served as both a musical consultant and band member in the Movin' Out musical.
Billy Joel, a Long Island native and music legend, honored his longtime guitarist Tommy Byrnes and singer-songwriter Elliott Murphy at a ceremony in 2018. He joked about Byrnes's South Shore roots and lack of current events knowledge, and Byrnes thanked the local music scene and fans.
2,397 Followers, 194 Following, 76 Posts - Tommy Byrnes (@tommybyrnesguitar) on Instagram: "I play the guitar. Official Tommy Byrnes account Run by @bonniebyrnes".
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Billy Joel Band: Tommy Byrnes ... Guitars, Vocals
Sep 6, 2018 · Tommy Byrnes talks about his career with Billy Joel, Brian Setzer, and other artists. He shares stories about his first show with Billy, his Grammy nomination, and his influences.
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Tommy Byrnes, left, has played guitar in Billy Joel’s touring band for 34 years, including every show of a sold-out, decade-long residency at Madison Square Garden, which ends...