In 1961, Third place game is one of the wildest contests in NCAA Tournament history as Saint Josephʹs defeats Utah 127-120 in four overtimes.
In 1963, Johnny Cash recorded the June Carter/Merle Kilgore song "Ring Of Fire." The song was originally recorded by June's sister Anita Carter, on her 1963 album Folk Songs Old and New as "(Love's) Ring of Fire". Cash claimed he had a dream where he heard the song accompanied by "Mexican trumpets". It became the biggest hit of Johnny Cash's career, staying at #1 on the charts for seven weeks.
In 1964, “Suspense”, TV Anthology; debut on CBS.
In 1965, Bob Dylan and Donovan each made their United Kingdom singles chart debut, Dylan with, “The Times They Are A Changin',” and Donovan with, “Catch The Wind.”
In 1965, The U.S. spacecraft Ranger Nine crash-landed on the moon. Some 5,000 pictures it sent back were broadcast live on television for the first time.
In 1966, The U.S. Supreme court ruled that the “poll tax” was unconstitutional.
In 1966, Buck Owens records a live album at New Yorkʹs prestigious Carnegie Hall, kicking off the concert with “Act Naturally.” Opening the show: Dick Curless
In 1967, On the cover of TV Guide: “Robert Culp and Bill Cosby of ISpy”. Other Articles: Star Trek, Robin-Boy Wonder
In 1967, R.C., “For What Itʹs Worth (Stop, Hey Whatʹs That Sound)” by The Buffalo Springfield peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, R.C., “Kansas City” by James Brown peaked at #55 on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, R.C., “Sock It To Me-Baby!” by Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, R.C., “The Return Of The Red Baron” by The Royal Guardsmen peaked at #15 on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, R.C., “Thereʹs A Kind Of Hush” by Hermanʹs Hermits peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, The Beatles receive two Ivor Novello awards, for “Michelle” (most broadcast song, 1966) and “Yellow Submarine” (most sold record, 1966).
In 1967, The Rolling Stones opened their European tour in Oerbo, Sweden. April 17, the Rolling Stones first visit behind the Iron Curtain, Warsaw, Poland.
In 1967, The Who, famous in England but unknown in the United States, and the not-yet famous group Cream made their American debuts low on the bill of a Murray the K. rock show.
In 1967, Cream — then an unknown in the United States — arrived in New York fo the groupʹs first U.S. tour.
In 1968, 58 was enough as the final episode of “The Monkees” TV show aired on NBC. The group disbands in 1969 and re-forms in 1986 without Michael Nesmith. The final original episode, titled “MIJACOGEO (THE FRODIS CAPER)” closes with a guest singing appearance by TIM HARDIN (“THE UNIVERSAL SOLDIER”)
In 1968, TVʹS ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW The 249th and final original episode is broadcast
In 1969, On Dark Shadows, Beth (Terry Crawford) saved Judith (Joan Bennett) from Jenny (Marie Wallace), who appeared to be insane. Rachel (Kathryn Leigh Scott) told Barnabas (Jonathan Frid) all that has happened to her so he went to the tower room to investigate. Beth and Judith had cleaned it by the time Barnabas got to it. He only found a doll's head that looked beaten and abused.
In 1969, “Magic Carpet Ride” single by Steppenwolf was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1964, "Flight from Ashiya" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1964, "The Misadventures of Merlin Jones" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1966, "A Man Could Get Killed" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1967, 😉🤣 “That Acapulco Gold” by Rainy Daze peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Dedicated To The One I Love” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Don't Worry” by Marty Robbins peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Ebony Eyes” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “For My Baby” by Brook Benton peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “For What It's Worth (Stop, Hey What's That Sound)” by Buffalo Springfield peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Happy Birthday Blues” by Kathy Young and The Innocents peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Happy Together” by The Turtles peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Hearts Of Stone” by Bill Black's Combo peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Hold On I'm Comin'” by Chuck Jackson and Maxine Brown peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Honky Tonk (Part 2)” by Bill Doggett peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “I Don't Want To Cry” by Chuck Jackson peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Kansas City” by James Brown peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Lady” by Jack Jones peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Let's Go Again (Where We Went Last Night)” by Hank Ballard and The Midnighters peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Lonely Again” by Eddy Arnold peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Lonely Blue Nights” by Rosie Formerly With The Originals peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Lonely Man” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Love You So Much” by New Colony Six peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Memphis” by Donnie Brooks peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “More Than I Can Say” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Morningtown Ride” by The Seekers peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “My Cup Runneth Over” by Ed Ames peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Niki Hoeky” by P.J. Proby peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Orange Blossom Special” by Billy Vaughn and His Orchestra peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Pony Time” by Don Covay peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Sock It To Me - Baby!” by Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Soul Time” by Shirley Ellis peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Surrender” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “The Watusi” by The Vibrations peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “There's A Kind Of Hush (All Over The World)” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Tiny Bubbles” by Don Ho and The Allis peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Walk Tall” by 2 Of Clubs peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Where The Boys Are” by Connie Francis peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Who Do You Love?” by Woolies peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Why Not Tonight” by Jimmy Hughes peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Your Friends” by Dee Clark peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Daddy's Little Girl” by Al Martino peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Don't Worry” by Marty Robbins peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Happy Together” by The Turtles peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “His Girl” by The Guess Who peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Hung Up In Your Eyes” by Brian Hyland peaked at number 54 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I'll Take Care Of Your Cares” by Frankie Laine peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “It Takes Two” by Marvin Gaye and Kim Weston peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Love You So Much” by New Colony Six peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Memphis” by Donnie Brooks peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “One More Mountain To Climb” by Ronnie Dove peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Opportunity” by Mandala peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Penny Lane / Strawberry Fields Forever” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Sock It To Me - Baby!” by Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Dis-Advantages Of You” by Brass Ring peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Hunter Gets Captured By The Game” by The Marvelettes peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Two” by Del Erickson peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “You Got To Me” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Edelweiss” by Vince Hill peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Georgy Girl” by The Seekers peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “I Count The Tears” by The Drifters peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Marry Me” by Mike Preston peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “My Kind Of Girl” by Matt Monro peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Raise Your Hand” by Eddie Floyd peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Riders In The Sky” by Ramrods peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “The Magnificent Seven” by John Barry peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Wooden Heart (muss i denn...)” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Color My World” by Petula Clark peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Fools Fall In Love / Indescribably Blue” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Gimme Some Lovin'” by The Spencer Davis Group peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I've Been A Bad, Bad Boy” by Paul Jones peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Matthew and Son” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1961, “One Last Kiss” by Billy 'Crash' Craddock peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Pamela, Pamela” by Wayne Fontana peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Beat Goes On” by Sonny and Cher peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Will You Love Me Tomorrow?” by The Shirelles peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “On A Carousel” by The Hollies peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1961, “You're Sixteen” by Johnny Burnette peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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