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In 1961, R.C., “The Touchables” by Dickie Goodman peaked at #60 on the pop singles chart.
In 1961, Breaking into the Top Ten: MARCELS and “BLUE MOON”
In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #26. “Music Hath Charm”. Mrs. Howell decides to form a symphony orchestra, to make up for the lack of culture on the island. Gilliganʹs drum beats, as they drift across the water, hold special meaning to angry natives on a nearby island.
In 1965, R.C., “4-By The Beatles” (EP) by The Beatles peaked at #68 on the pop singles chart; it contained “Honey Donʹt”, “Iʹm A Loser”, “Mr. Moonlight”, and “Everybodyʹs Trying To Be My Baby”.
In 1965, R.C., “Stop! In The Name Of Love” by The Supremes peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1965, Roger Miller was at #1 on the US Country charts with "King Of The Road." The song has been covered by many other artists, including George Jones, Dean Martin, Boxcar Willie, Randy Travis, the Statler Brothers, Rufus Wainwright & Teddy Thompson, The Proclaimers and Jerry Lee Lewis. It also made it to number four on the top-40 charts.
In 1965, The Whoʹs “I Canʹt Explain” was released. Why was the song named that way? I canʹt explain. Sorry.
In 1965, The Yardbirds replaced departing lead guitarist Eric Clapton with Jeff Beck…whoʹd been recommended by the groupʹs first choice, Jimmy Paige.
In 1967, Gilliganʹs Island episode #95. “Itʹs a Bird, Itʹs a Plane”. A U.S. Air Force jetpack washes ashore in the lagoon. After close inspection of the jetpack, the Professor determines that the tanks contain just enough fuel to carry Gilligan to Hawaii. However, that determination was made before Gilligan wasted most of the fuel while proceeding to goof-up several attempts to be discovered and rescued. While flying the jetpack near where Navy search vessels are reported to be lurking, Gilligan is so scared by a radio report of an “Unidentified Flying Object in the area” that he blasts higher and hides in a cloud, not realizing that the UFO the Navy ships see is actually him with the jetpack!
In 1968, Mike Darrow hosts the ABC game show“ Dream House,” in which young married couples can win rooms full of furniture and maybe even a house in which to put it.
In 1968, R.C., “Lady Madonna” by The Beatles peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1968, "Arizona Bushwhackers" was released by Paramount Pictures; Lesley Selander (director); Howard Keel, Yvonne De Carlo, John Ireland; Western
In 1969, "Support Your Local Sheriff!" was released by Cherokee Productions; Burt Kennedy (director); James Garner, Joan Hackett, Walter Brennan; Comedy; Western
In 1965, “Can't You Hear My Heartbeat” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Come Back Baby” by Roddie Joy peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Don't Mess Up A Good Thing” by Fontella Bass and Bobby McClure peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Goldfinger” by Shirley Bassey peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Must Be Seeing Things” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I'm A Loser” by The Beatles peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Little Things” by Bobby Goldsboro peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Losing You” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “People Get Ready” by The Impressions peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Please Let Me Wonder” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Stop! In The Name Of Love” by Diana Ross and The Supremes peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Teasin' You” by Willie Tee peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Yeh, Yeh” by Georgie Fame and The Blue Flames peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “You Better Get It” by Joe Tex peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Ask The Lonely” by The Four Tops peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Do You Wanna Dance?” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Don't Mess Up A Good Thing” by Fontella Bass and Bobby McClure peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Easy Come, Easy Go” by Barry Allen peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Everyday” by The Rogues peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Go Now!” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Goldfinger” by Shirley Bassey or John Berry peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Goodnight” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Hobo” by Wes Dakus peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Hurt So Bad” by Little Anthony and The Imperials peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Land Of A Thousand Dances” by Thee Midniters peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Losing You” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Poor Man's Son” by The Reflections peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Shakin' All Over” by The Guess Who peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Stop! In The Name Of Love” by Diana Ross and The Supremes peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Who Can I Turn To” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1965, “I Know A Place” by Petula Clark peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Little Things” by Bobby Goldsboro peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1965, “Red Roses For A Blue Lady” by Vic Dana peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1965, “It Hurts So Much (To See You Go)” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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