Calling all Billy Joel fans! Want to relive the magic of his record-breaking 100th concert at Madison Square Garden? You’re in luck! Here’s how you can watch the “Billy Joel: The 100th – Live at Madison Square Garden” concert special completely free (or for a short time for free).
Originally Aired on CBS
The concert special first aired on CBS on April 14th, 2024. If you have access to CBS through your cable or satellite TV provider, you might be able to watch it on demand through their website or app. Check with your TV provider to see if they offer CBS on demand and if the concert special is available.
Free Streaming Trials
Here’s the exciting part: a couple of streaming services offer free trials that you can use to watch the concert for free. These services are:
- Paramount+ with Showtime: This option lets you watch the concert live or on demand. However, there’s a catch: you need to be subscribed to both Paramount+ and Showtime. But wait! If you’re not already a subscriber, both services offer free trials. Sign up for the trials, watch the concert, and then remember to cancel before the trial period ends to avoid any charges.
- DirecTV Stream & fuboTV: These live TV streaming services also offer free trials. They might carry CBS in your area, which means you could watch the concert live or on demand (depending on the service). Again, sign up for the free trial, watch the concert, and then cancel before the trial ends to avoid charges.
Important Things to Remember
- Trial Periods: These free trials typically last for a week or a month. Make sure you check the specific length of the trial for each service before signing up.
- Canceling Trials: Don’t forget to cancel your trials before they end if you don’t want to be charged. Set a reminder in your phone or write it down somewhere so you don’t miss it.
- Availability: Streaming services sometimes change which channels they carry. Double-check that CBS is included in the free trial before you sign up.
Other Ways to Watch (Not Free)
If the free trial options don’t work for you, there are still ways to watch the concert, but they’ll cost you:
- Paramount+ (without Showtime): You can subscribe to Paramount+ on its own, but it won’t include the live stream. You might be able to watch it on demand after a while, but you’ll need to pay for the subscription.
- Purchase on Demand: You might be able to purchase the concert special on demand through services like Amazon Prime Video or iTunes.
So there you have it! With a little planning, you can relive the excitement of Billy Joel’s historic 100th Madison Square Garden concert. Grab some snacks, turn up the volume, and get ready to sing along to all your favorite Billy Joel classics!
