The 1981 Concert Broadcast That Made Billy Squier an MTV Megastar | "Lonely Is The Night"

Billy Squier - Lonely Is The Night (Santa Monica Civic Auditorium (Santa Monica, CA) 1981 🔔 Subscribe to Live & Loud channel: http://bit.ly/44hzHM1 Billy Squier emerged as a defining force in American rock during the early 1980s, bridging the gap between hard rock grit and radio-ready precision. Originally from Wellesley, Massachusetts, Squier established his solo career after stints in the bands Kicks and Piper. This performance features Billy Squier (lead vocals, guitar), Jeff Golub (guitar), Mark Clarke (bass, backing vocals), Alan St. Jon (keyboards, backing vocals), and Bobby Chouinard (drums). His breakthrough album, *Don't Say No*, propelled him to international stardom, eventually achieving triple-platinum status in the United States. Squier built his sound on muscular guitar riffs, anthemic choruses, and a rhythmic sensibility that frequently caught the attention of hip-hop producers decades later. His music became a staple of the arena rock era, defined by high-energy production and a sharp, blues-inflected vocal delivery. The 1981 release *Don't Say No* remained on the Billboard 200 for over two years, cementing his position as a commercial powerhouse during the peak of the MTV generation. This footage captures Billy Squier delivering "Lonely Is The Night" live at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium in 1981. The track remains one of his most recognizable compositions, frequently appearing in films, television, and sports broadcasts for its driving momentum. Experience this rare archival concert footage by subscribing to the channel for more classic live performances. Welcome to Live & Loud — the ultimate destination for iconic live music. We curate and showcase unreleased performances, rare concert footage, and exclusive artist interviews from the world’s most legendary stages. From The Fillmore and Winterland to Newport Folk Festival, Woodstock, and other festivals, this channel brings you the raw energy, unfiltered emotion, and historic moments that shaped generations of music. Relive electrifying performances from music royalty like The Allman Brothers, Rage Against The Machine, Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, James Brown, Santana, Jimi Hendrix, and more. Expect powerful sets from legendary artists, stripped-down acoustic gems, and behind-the-scenes access you won’t find anywhere else. Subscribe for weekly drops of rare live shows, intimate performances, and never-before-seen archival footage. #BillySquier #80sRock #LiveConcert #ArenaRock