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In 1961, R.C., “Angel Baby” by Rosie and The Originals peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1961, R.C., “In The Still Of The Nite” by The Five Satins reentered the chart and peaked at #99 on the pop singles chart.
In 1963, The theme song for The Beverly Hillbillies TV show "The Ballad of Jed Clampett" by Jerry Scoggins, who was accompanied by bluegrass musicians Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs was at #1 on the US Country charts. During the original run of The Beverly Hillbillies, special lyrics were written and inserted into the closing theme, advertising regular sponsors such as Kellogg's cereals and Winston cigarettes.
In 1964, The 24th Amendment to the United States Constitution, eliminating the poll tax in federal elections, was ratified as South Dakota became the 38th state to endorse it.
In 1965, Boston Celtic center Bill Russell misses all 14 shots in loss to Philadelphia Warriors led by Wilt Chamberlain.
In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #17. “Little Island, Big Gun”. A mob leader and his henchmen, fleeing from the police, land on the island.
In 1965, On the cover of TV Guide: “Chuck Connors of Branded”. Other Articles: Gilliganʹs Island
In 1965, R.C., “Downtown” by Petula Clark peaked at number one on the pop singles chart; it was parodied by Allan Sherman into “Crazy Downtown” and Mrs. Miller into a parody version of “Downtown”.
In 1965, “The King Family Show”, TV Music, skip 1967 and 1968, debut on ABC-TV. Would been interesting if it featured B.B., Don, Martin Luther, Rodney, and Larry.
In 1966, “TIGER BEAT” FOR FEBRUARY '66 Featured cover photos: THE BEATLES; plus “Why MICK wonʹt leave the STONES”; “SONNY and CHER — who wears the pants”; “MY BROTHERS the BEACH BOYS” by CARL WILSON; predictions [on the cover] for 1966 include “PAUL will marry”; “SONNY + CHER = BABY”; “HULLABALOO QUITS”; MARK (Lindsay) falls in love; PRESLEY hitched.
In 1967, Gilliganʹs Island episode #87. “Loveyʹs Secret Admirer”. Mrs. Howell starts receiving mysterious love notes, and the source remains a mystery until Mr. Howell is caught in the act. Mrs. Howell dreams that she is Cinderella, and Gilligan is her fairy godfather. The Professor rigs up a lie detector using the shipʹs horn and batteries from the radio.
In 1967, “TIGER BEAT” FOR FEBRUARY '67 DAVY JONES is the featured cover photo. Featured articles: “MONKEES: Life Stories of Micky and Mike”; Scoop: DRAKE returns to the RAIDERS; How to meet DINO in person
In 1968, On Another World, Mitchell Dru (Geoffrey Lumb, who also played the character on both As the World Turns and The Brighter Day) advised Alice Matthews (Jacqueline Courtney) not to conjure up trouble between her brother, Russ (Sam Groom), and his new wife, Rachel (Robin Strasser).
In 1969, Cream releases their last album “Goodbye Cream”.
In 1969, Elvis Presley records “Suspicious Minds” at the American Studios in Memphis.
In 1969, "Some Girls Do" was released by The Rank Organisation; Ralph Thomas (director); Richard Johnson, Daliah Lavi, Beba Lončar; Comedy; Spy
In 1960, 😉🤣 “Running Bear” by Johnny Preston peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “A Year Ago Tonight” by The Crests peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Bonnie Came Back” by Duane Eddy peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Bucket 'T'” by Ronny and The Daytonas peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Cry Me A River” by Janice Harper peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Dear Heart” by Andy Williams peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Downtown” by Petula Clark peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Hey-Da-Da-Dow” by Dolphins peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Can't Stop” by The Honeycombs peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Riverboat” by Faron Young peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Teenage Hayride” by Tender Slim peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Race Is On” by George Jones peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “This Time Of Year” by Brook Benton peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Willow Weep For Me” by Chad (Stuart) and Jeremy (Clyde) peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Ain't Love a Funny Thing” by Robbie Lane peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “As Tears Go By” by Marianne Faithfull peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Boom Boom” by The Animals peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “He's In Town” by Rockin' Berries peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I'll Be There” by Gerry and The Pacemakers peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Maybe” by The Shangri-Las peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “My Buddy Seat” by The Hondells peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Smile” by Jerry Butler and Betty Everett peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Sometimes I Wonder” by Major Lance peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Southern Love” by Ronnie Hawkins peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Jerk” by The Larks peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “You Got What It Takes” by Marv Johnson peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Dance With Me” by The Drifters peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Ferry 'Cross The Mersey” by Gerry and The Pacemakers peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Girl Don't Come” by Sandie Shaw peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “The Big Hurt” by Maureen Evans peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Why” by Frankie Avalon peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Ain't It So” by Lonnie Lee and The Dee Jays peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Little Red Rooster” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Mountain Of Love” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Reminiscing” by Jay Justin peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Theme From 'The Endless Summer'” by The Sandells peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Turn The Lights Out, Johnny / Koala Bear” by Johnny Devlin and His Devils peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.
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