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In 1962, R.C., “The Young Ones” by Cliff Richard peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart and stayed there for six weeks.
In 1962, “Tell It To Groucho” TV Game Show debut on CBS.
In 1963, The Beatlesʹ single “Please Please Me” (B side “Ask Me Why”) was released in Britain by Parlophone. It went to number one on the British charts on February 22 for two weeks.
In 1964, Panama ends diplomatic relations with U.S.
In 1964, R.C., “Popsicles And Icicles” by The Murmaids peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1964, R.C., “The Nitty Gritty” by Shirley Ellis peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
In 1964, Ring Of Fire The Best of Johnny Cash became the first #1 album when Billboard debuted their Country Album Chart. It was his sixteenth album in total and the first compilations album by Cash.
In 1964, The “Whisky-A-Go-Go”, the first discotheque, opened in Los Angeles. Over many years, several live albums were produced there and the venue was proved a great talent-spotting ground. The Doors were discovered there by Elektra boss Jac Holzman when opening for Love in 1966. And what an opening it was! Bright lights and and mini-skirted dancers in cages were the prominent features of Americaʹs first discotheque. An unknown Johnny Rivers recorded his first hit live there, “Memphis.” In the next decade and beyond, the Whiskey will be a popular meeting place for the record industry and a good place to be seen if you want to get into the industry. The Doors, among others, got their start there.
In 1964, U.S. Surgeon General Luther Terry issued “Smoking and Health,” a report by an advisory committee which concluded that “cigarette smoking contributes substantially to mortality from certain specific diseases and to the overall death rate.”
In 1964, “Ring of Fire” by Johnny Cash becomes the first country album to top the U.S. pop album chart.
In 1964, Roger Miller records “Dang Me” and “Chug-A-Lug” at the Bradley Film and Recording Studio on 16th Avenue South in Nashville
In 1964, Billboard magazine publishes its first country and western album chart. At number one: Johnny Cashʹs Ring of Fire album.
In 1966, Wild animals are key draws of CBSʹs“ Daktari,” set if Africa but filmed in Los Angeles. Marshall Thompson and Cheryl Miller are the stars. Joining the cast in 1968 is a young Erin Moran (Joanie of “Happy Days” fame).
In 1967, TVʹS BATMAN The Joker and The Penguin join forces against Batman and Robin in the series first three-part episode (continuing the following night, concluding on the 18th).
In 1967, TVʹS WHERE THE ACTION IS Appearing: THE ELECTRIC PRUNES
In 1968, On Dark Shadows, Peter Bradford (Roger Davis) agreed to represent Victoria (Alexandra Moltke) at her trial for witchcraft. Barnabas (Jonathan Frid) begged Josette to leave town as Angelique's bat spied on them.
In 1969, Jethro Tullʹs debut album “This Was Jethro Tull” was released.
In 1969, R.C., “Hooked On A Feeling” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1969, The AFL established a playoff format for the 1969 season, with the winner in one division playing the runner-up in the other.
In 1964, “As Usual” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Bon-Doo-Wah” by The Orlons peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Cinnamon” by Johnny Cymbal (as Derek) peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Eloise” by Barry Ryan peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “For Your Precious Love” by Garnet Mimms and The Enchanters peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Hooked On A Feeling” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “I Gotta Dance To Keep From Crying” by The Miracles peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “I'm Gonna Make You Love Me” by Diana Ross, The Supremes and The Temptations peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “If I Only Had Time” by Nick DeCaro peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “My Favorite Things” by Herb Alpert peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Please” by Frank Ifield peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Popsicles and Icicles” by The Murmaids peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Pretty Paper” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “The Feeling Is Gone” by Bobby 'Blue' Bland peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “The Nitty Gritty” by Shirley Ellis peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “The Son Of A Rebel-Rouser” by Duane Eddy peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “The Thought Of Loving You” by Crystal Mansion peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “True Love Goes On and On” by Burl Ives peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “When The Lovelight Starts Shining Through His Eyes” by The Supremes peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Wichita Lineman” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Wives and Lovers” by Jack Jones peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Baby Let's Wait” by The Royal Guardsmen peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Bluebirds Over The Mountain” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Fly With Me” by Avant Garde peaked at number 77 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Honey Do” by Strangelores peaked at number 79 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “My Favorite Things” by Herb Alpert peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Papa's Got A Brand New Bag” by Otis Redding peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Popsicles and Icicles” by The Murmaids peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Pretty Paper” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “She Loves You” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Somewhere” by The Tymes peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Soulful Strut” by Young Holt Unlimited peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “The Boy Next Door” by The Secrets peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “The Impossible Happened” by Little Peggy March peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Ticket To Ride” by Pierre LaLonde peaked at number 92 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “When The Lovelight Starts Shining Through His Eyes” by The Supremes peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Whispering” by Nino Tempo and April Stevens peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Bluebirds Over The Mountain” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Hang 'Em High” by Hugo Montenegro and His Orchestra peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “I Only Wanna Be With You” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “I Wanna Be Your Man” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “I'm Leaving It All Up To You” by Dale and Grace peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Love Child” by Diana Ross and The Supremes peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “What To Do” by Buddy Holly peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Love Child” by Diana Ross and The Supremes peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Secret Love” by Kathy Kirby peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1969, “White Room / Those Were The Days” by Cream peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Pour moi la vie va commencer” by Johnny Hallyday peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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