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In 1961, “The Yogi Bear Show” debut in syndication after being spun-off from “The Huckleberry Hound Show.” Also debuting are segments “Snagglepuss” and “Yakky Doodle.”
In 1963, Show-Biz News NBC-TV cancels Merv Griffinʹs daytime talk show (effective late March). It debuted in October, the same time that Johnny Carson took over the “Tonight Show”. Heʹd launch a similar show (in syndication through Westinghouse) a couple of years later which would become a big hit, and lead to another chance to “go network.”
In 1964, R.C., “Needles and Pins” by The Searchers peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #18. “X Marks the Spot”. In a test of a deadly new missile, called “Operation Powder Keg,” the Air Force chooses an “uninhabited island” which just happens to be Gilliganʹs Island. When the rocked lands and does not explode, Gilligan is chosen to crawl inside to defuse it, because he is the only one that can fit inside.
In 1965, R.C., “The Name Game” by Shirley Ellis peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1965, R.C., “Youʹre Nobody Till Somebody Loves You” by Dean Martin peaked at #25 on the pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Jolly Green Giant” by Kingsmen entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1967, Gilliganʹs Island episode #88. “Our Vines Have Tender Apes”. A loin-cloth clad ape-man (Tongo) comes to the island, and makes off with their food and supplies. Actually, he is an out of work actor, who tries to convince the Castaways that he is a real uncivilized ape-man while studying for an upcoming role. After he cowers when confronted by a “real” gorilla, he leaves the island and the Castaways behind.
In 1969, The Beatles performed their last live gig together with a free impromptu 42 minute concert on the roof of their Apple Corps headquarters three Saville Row, London. The performance was filmed for inclusion in the documentary “Let It Be.” Fifth Beatle Billy Preston guested on organ. The Beatles perform “Get Back”. The show was stopped when police arrive after neighbors complain about the noise.
In 1964, "A Global Affair" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1965, 😉🤣 “The Name Game” by Shirley Ellis peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Can You Jerk Like Me” by The Contours peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Come On Do The Jerk” by The Miracles peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Give Him A Great Big Kiss” by The Shangri-Las peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Hold What You've Got” by Joe Tex peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Honey Hush” by Joe Turner peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “How About That” by Dee Clark peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “I Can't Say Goodbye” by The Fireflies Featuring Ritchie Adams peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “I Don't Know What It Is” by The Bluenotes peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I'll Be There” by Gerry and The Pacemakers peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “If I Had A Girl” by Rod Lauren peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Keep Searchin' (We'll Follow The Sun)” by Del Shannon peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Let The Good Times Roll” by Ray Charles peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Living Dangerously” by The McGuire Sisters peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Lucky Devil” by Carl Dobkins Jr. peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Mediterranean Moon” by The Rays peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “No Faith, No Love” by Mitty Collier peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Since I Made You Cry” by The Rivieras peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “The Crying Game” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “The Village Of St. Bernadette” by Andy Williams peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Use Your Head” by Mary Wells peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “You're Nobody 'til Somebody Loves You” by Dean Martin peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, 😉🤣 “The Crusher” by Novas peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “All Day and All Of The Night” by The Kinks peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Amen” by The Impressions peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “He's My Guy” by Irma Thomas peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Can't Stop” by The Honeycombs peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I'll Come Running” by Lulu peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “No Reply (off LP)” by The Beatles peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Pretty Blue Eyes” by Steve Lawrence peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Promised Land” by Chuck Berry peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Run, Run, Run” by Gestures peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “The Village Of St. Bernadette” by Andy Williams peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Use Your Head” by Mary Wells peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'” by The Righteous Brothers peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Getting Mighty Crowded” by Betty Everett peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Go Now!” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “In The Mood” by The Ernie Fields Orchestra peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Promised Land” by Chuck Berry peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Soldier Boy” by The Cheetahs peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Starry Eyed” by Michael Holliday peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Three Bells” by Brian Poole and The Tremeloes peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “What More Do You Want” by Frankie Vaughan peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'” by Cilla Black peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Over The Rainbow / That I Love” by Billy Thorpe and The Aztecs peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Saturday Night At The Movies” by The Drifters peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Teenage Baby” by Col Joye and The Joy Boys peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Heartaches By The Number” by Guy Mitchell peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Could Easily Fall (In Love With You)” by Cliff Richard and The Shadows peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Marina” by Willy Alberti peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Oh Carol” by Neil Sedaka peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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