Billy Joel Pays Tribute to Early Bandmate Jon Small

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Billy Joel has publicly mourned the death of Jon Small, a musician who played alongside him early in his career, in a tribute posted to social media.

Joel’s statement did not include a cause of death. The two had a long history together dating back to Joel’s pre-fame years, before he became a solo star.

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