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   Why did Billy Squier lose his career?

   • TIL At the height of his fame, Billy Squier’s career was abruptly destroyed by the music video for his hit song “Rock Me Tonight.” Squier believes its homoeroticism alienated a significant portion of his fanbase. In 1984, American rock musician Billy Squier released t […]

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   Does Billy Squier have new music?

   • New music from Billy Squier is always cause for celebration. And the latest trio of “single” efforts from Billy are no exception…although it may come as something as a double-edged sword for Squier fanatics…yes, there’s new material….but we’re gonna want more! When She Comes To Me is a classic Squier rocker.

   ABOUT – Billy Squier

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   Who is Billy Squier?

   • William Haislip Squier was born on May 12, 1950, in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts. He grew up in a musically inclined family, with his mother being a classical pianist and his father an avid music lover. Billy’s passion for music was evident from an early age, and he started playing the guitar when he was just a teenager.

   The Untold Story of Billy Squier: The Unforgettable Journey of a Rock

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   How many hits did Billy Squier have?

   • Billy Squier had five: “The Stroke,” “My Kinda Lover,” “Lonely Is The Night,” “Everybody Wants You,” and “Emotions In Motion.” Perhaps you need to spread the hits out (Squier’s best are all from ’82 and ’83). Perhaps you need an image as strong as the music (not great in videos, Squier’s histrionic “Rock Me Tonite” clip is oft-mocked on VH1).

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   Squier formed his first band, the Reltneys, when he was 14. Squier's first public performances were in 1968 at a Boston nightclub in Kenmore Square named the Psychedelic Supermarket, which is where he saw Eric Clapton and the band Cream. This encouraged him to take music more seriously, and he formed the band Magic Terry & the Universe with a ...

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     Stroke To Joke: How "Rock Me Tonight" Ruined Billy Squier's Career

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   May 5, 2023 · Billy Squier, the legendary rock icon who took the music world by storm in the 80s, is a name that is etched in the annals of rock music history. With his powerful voice, electrifying guitar riffs, and captivating stage presence, he captured the hearts of millions of fans worldwide. However, behind the curtain of fame, fortune, and success lies ...

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   July 21, 2009. Billy Squier talks about his gear, playing with Ringo, and touring. When you hear the name Billy Squier, a collection of early MTV hits usually comes to mind: “Everybody Wants You,” “In The Dark,” “The Stroke,” “Rock Me Tonite,” “My Kinda Lover,” “Lonely Is The Night,” and so on.

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   In 1984, American rock musician Billy Squier released t […] Despite the mixed reviews and personal turmoil, the music video for “Rock Me Tonite” became a notable part of MTV’s history.

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   May 21, 2021 · Singing in a gentle falsetto, Squier comes across as a convincing balladeer on a tune dedicated to John Lennon. It was written while Lennon was alive, but Billy was in the studio putting the finishing touches on it the night the ex-Beatle was assassinated, and the sadness-behind-success theme seemed to fit.

9. www.loudersound.com › news › listen-to-billy-squiersListen to Billy Squier's first new rock song in 30 years

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   Mar 8, 2023 · published 8 March 2023. Billy Squier's six-minute Harder On A Woman is available via streaming platforms now. (Image credit: Al Pereira) Billy Squier has released his first rock song since 1993's Tell the Truth album. Harder On A Woman was premiered during an interview with broadcaster Eddie Trunk on his Sirius XM show Trunk Nation .