Billy Joel's First Concert in Cardiff

US singer-songwriter Billy Joel is set to perform in Cardiff for the first time on Friday evening, drawing a sell-out crowd of over 70,000 fans to the stadium. The concert marks Joel's only European gig this year, and local authorities are preparing for significant traffic disruptions, urging attendees to plan their journeys accordingly. A spokesperson for Cardiff council warned that the M4 motorway is expected to be particularly busy due to the event. Billy Joel, renowned for his classic hits such as "Piano Man," "Uptown Girl," and "We Didn’t Start the Fire," recently concluded a decade-long residency at Madison Square Garden in New York City. His return to the stage in Cardiff is highly anticipated, with fellow US artist Chris Isaak set to open the show. Isaak expressed his excitement about supporting Joel at this monumental event. The concert is scheduled to begin at 20:00 and will conclude around 22:00. In preparation for the influx of concert-goers, several roads in Cardiff city centre will be closed starting at 07:00 on the day of the event. Key streets affected include Scott Road, Park Street, Duke Street, and St Mary Street, among others, which will be closed from their junctions with Despenser Place to Tudor Street. As the city gears up for this major musical event, fans are encouraged to arrive early and navigate the road closures to ensure a smooth experience.