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In 1960, Wilt Chamberlain of the Philadelphia Warriors sets a record for rookies with 58 points in a 127-117 triumph over the Detroit Pistons. Chamberlain also grabs 42 rebounds.
In 1961, President John F. Kennedy held the first presidential news conference carried live on radio and television. The president answered 31 questions in 38 minutes. Kennedyʹs quick wit made him, “an immediate sensation,” according to reporters gathered at the scene.
In 1961, Walt Disneyʹs animated film “101 Dalmatians”, based on the novel by Dodie Smith and directed by Clyde Geronimi and Hamilton Luske is released in the U.S. It cost $4 million to make. A live version was released in 1996.
In 1961, President John F. Kennedy held the first live televised presidential news conference.
In 1962, Sam Cookeʹs “Twistin' the Night Away,” later done by Rod Stewart, is released on RCA Records. It will make it up to number nine on the pop chart.
In 1963, Singer The Beatles signed a contract with Vee-Jay records to release two of their British hits in America. “Please Please Me” and “Do You Want To Know A Secret”, but neither became hits until a year later when Beatlemania hit the U.S.
In 1964, Bill and Camille Cosby got married
In 1964, Echo Two, a U.S. communications satellite, is launched.
In 1964, R.C., “Surfin' Bird” by The Trashmen peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1964, The Beatles reached the number one spot on the music charts, as their hit single, “I Want to Hold Your Hand” grabbed the top position in “Cash Box” magazine, as well as on the list of hits on scores of radio stations. It was the first number one hit for the Beatles. “Billboard” listed the song as number one on February 1. The groupʹs second number one hit song, “She Loves You” was also released today — but not on Capitol Records. It was on Swan Records (#4152). Other songs by The Beatles were released on Vee Jay (“Please, Please Me”), M-G-M (“My Bonnie” with Tony Sheridan), Tollie (“Twist and Shout”), Atco (“Ainʹt She Sweet”) and the groupʹs own label, Apple Records, as well as Capitol.
In 1966, READING ABOUT JOHNNY CARSON “Tonight Show” host Johnny Carson is tabbed “The Prince Of Chitchat” in a “Look” magazine article written by future NBC reporter Betty Rollin.
In 1969, Creedence Clearwater Revival released the popular LP “Proud Mary”.
In 1969, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Land of the Giants: Gary Conway, Deanna Lund”. Other Articles: Judy Carne, 60 Minutes
In 1961, "101 Dalmatians" was released by Walt Disney Productions / Buena Vista Distribution; Wolfgang Reitherman, Hamilton Luske, Clyde Geronimi (directors); Bill Peet (screenplay); Rod Taylor, Cate Bauer, Betty Lou Gerson, Ben Wright, Bill Lee, Lisa Davis, Martha Wentworth, Frederick Worlock, J. Pat O'Malley, Thurl Ravenscroft, David Frankham, Mimi Gibson, Barbara Beaird, Mickey Maga, Sandra Abbott, Mary Wickes, Tudor Owen, George Pelling, Queenie Leonard, Marjorie Bennett, Barbara Luddy, Rickie Sorensen, Tom Conway, Ramsay Hill, Paul Wexler, Basil Ruysdael, Paul Frees, Lucille Bliss, Junius Matthews; Adventure; Animation; Comedy
In 1969, “Ain't Got No, I Got Life” by Nina Simone peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Almost Persuaded” by Etta James peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Are You Happy” by Jerry Butler peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Billie Baby” by Lloyd Price peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “California Dreamin'” by Bobby Womack peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Do Wah Diddy” by The Exciters peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Fox On The Run” by Manfred Mann peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Going Up The Country” by Canned Heat peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “He Called Me Baby” by Ella Washington peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “His Kiss” by Betty Harris peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “I'm Gonna Hold On Long As I Can” by The Marvelettes peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “In The Summer Of His Years” by Connie Francis peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Looking Back” by Joe Simon peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Not On The Outside” by The Moments peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Please Don't Desert Me Baby” by Gloria Walker peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Poor Side Of Town” by Al Wilson peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Rainbow Ride” by Andy Kim peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Ready Or Not Here I Come (Can't Hide From Love)” by Delfonics peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Saginaw, Michigan” by Lefty Frizzell peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “She's A Lady” by John Sebastian peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Slippin' and Slidin'” by Jim and Monica peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “That's Your Baby” by Joe Tex peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “There's Gonna Be A Showdown” by Archie Bell and The Drells peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “This Old Heart Of Mine (Is Weak For You)” by Tammi Terrell peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “When You Walk In The Room” by Jackie DeShannon peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Who Cares” by Fats Domino peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Who's Been Sleeping In My Bed” by Linda Scott peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “You Got Soul” by Johnny Nash peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “You Got The Power” by The Esquires peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “You're No Good” by Betty Everett peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Are You Happy” by Jerry Butler peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Baby, I Love You” by The Ronettes peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Bon-Doo-Wah” by The Orlons peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “California Dreamin'” by Bobby Womack peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “California Soul” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Does Anybody Know I'm Here” by The Dells peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Electric Stories” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Eloise” by Barry Ryan peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Hey Jude” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “If I Can Dream” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “If It Wasn't For Bad Luck” by Ray Charles peaked at number 66 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Long Line Rider” by Bobby Darin peaked at number 67 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Please” by Frank Ifield peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Rain In My Heart” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 45 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Rainbow Ride” by Andy Kim peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Roll Over Beethoven / Please Mr. Postman” by The Beatles peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Stand By Your Man” by Tammy Wynette peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “The Thought Of Loving You” by Crystal Mansion peaked at number 80 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “There's Gonna Be A Showdown” by Archie Bell and The Drells peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Fever” by Helen Shapiro peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “For Once In My Life” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Private Number” by Judy Clay and William Bell peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Song Of Mexico” by Tony Meehan peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “The Hippy Hippy Shake” by The Swingin' Blue Jeans peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “We Are In Love” by Adam Faith peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Eloise” by Barry Ryan peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Pretty Paper / Beautiful Dancer” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Scarborough Fair / Canticle” by Sérgio Mendes and Brasil '66 peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1969, “In The Beginning” by Boots peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “In Your Life” by Tower peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Maria Elena” by Los Indios Tabajaras peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Race With The Devil” by Gun peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Only One Woman” by The Marbles peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1969, “A Minute Of Your Time” by Tom Jones peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Love Child” by Diana Ross and The Supremes peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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