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In 1962, NASA launched Ranger Four on a mission to the moon. (The spacecraft was supposed to transmit pictures and data just before crashing into the lunar surface three days later; however, due to equipment malfunction, no data was sent.)
In 1963, Jan and Dean record “Surf City”.
In 1963, READING ABOUT JOHNNY CARSON In a “LOOK” magazine feature story titled “NIGHTHOODʹS NEW PRINCE”
In 1964, The live-action film “The Pink Panther” starring Peter Sellers as Jacques Clouseau (sort of a twisted take on the name of the undersea explorer Jacques Cousteau), premiered at the Radio City Music Hall.
In 1966, On the cover of TV Guide: “Andy Williams”. Other Articles: Wide World of Sports, Wackiest Ship
In 1966, R.C., “A Sign Of The Times” by Petula Clark peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, R.C., “Secret Agent Man” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, R.C., “This Old Heart Of Mine (Is Weak For You)” by Isley Brothers peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, The craze over the campy “Batman” TV series with Adam West brought the rerelease of the 1943 Columbia serial with the same title.
In 1968, First decimal coins issued in Britain (five and ten pence).
In 1968, On Dark Shadows, Angelique Bouchard Collins (Lara Parker) appeared to Barnabas Collins (Jonathan Frid) in a dream and told him that he could not escape her or her revenge. She warned him to beware of dreams, as that is the way the curse would return to him.
In 1969, R.C., “Get Back” by The Beatles peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart and stayed there for six weeks.
In 1969, The famous Ash Grove club in Los Angeles, where Canned Heat and others played during their formative years, burned down…into ashes, or course.
In 1969, The Los Angeles Lakersʹ Jerry West scored 53 points, leading the Lakers in a 120-118 triumph over the Boston Celtics in the opening game of the NBA finals.
In 1960, 😉🤣 “Money (That's What I Want)” by Barrett Strong peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “A Sign Of The Times” by Petula Clark peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down)” by Cher peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Big Iron” by Marty Robbins peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Caravan” by Santo and Johnny peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Clementine” by Bobby Darin peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Don't Throw Away All Those Teardrops” by Frankie Avalon peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Greenfields” by The Brothers Four peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “How Deep Is The Ocean” by Miss Toni Fisher peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Hear Trumpets Blow” by The Tokens peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Surrender” by Fontella Bass peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Just One Time” by Don Gibson peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Memories Are Made Of This” by The Drifters peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “One Track Mind” by Knickerbockers peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Pin The Tail On The Donkey” by Paul Peek peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Please Don't Stop Loving Me” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Rockin' Red Wing” by Sammy Masters peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Ruby” by Adam Wade peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Shazam” by Duane Eddy peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Someday (You'll Want Me To Want You)” by Della Reese peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Sweet Nothin's” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “This Old Heart Of Mine (Is Weak For You)” by The Isley Brothers peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “What Now My Love” by Herb Alpert and The Tijuana Brass peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Young Love” by Lesley Gore peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “3000 Miles” by Brian Hyland peaked at number 73 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “A Love Like Mine” by Dee and Yeomen peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Daydream” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Don't Push Me” by Hedgehoppers Anonymous peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Footsteps” by Steve Lawrence peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Hey Girl Go It Alone” by Big Town Boys peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Hold Tight” by Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Little Latin Lupe Lu” by Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Look What You're Doing” by The Bondsmen peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Love Is Me, Love Is You” by Connie Francis peaked at number 62 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Think I'll Go Somewhere and Cry Myself To Sleep” by Al Martino peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Time” by The Pozo-Seco Singers peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Treat Me Alright” by The Reefers peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “A Sign Of The Times” by Petula Clark peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Clementine” by Bobby Darin peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Don't Stop Lovin' Me Baby” by Pinkerton's Assorted Colours peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Elusive Butterfly” by Val Doonican peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Fings Ain't Wot They Used T'Be” by Russ Conway peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Hit and Miss” by John Barry Seven peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Homeward Bound” by Quiet Five peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Lady Luck” by Lloyd Price peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Puppy Love” by Paul Anka peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Skylark” by Michael Holliday peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Stuck On You” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Together Again” by Ray Charles peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “You Are Beautiful” by Johnny Mathis peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Inside: Looking Out” by The Animals peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The Cheater” by Bob Kuban and The In-Men peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Tonight You Belong To Me” by Floyd Robinson peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Wild One / Little Bitty Girl” by Bobby Rydell peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “You're The Victor” by Q65 peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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