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In 1961, R.C., “Blue Moon” by The Marcels peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1963, R.C., “Pipeline” by Chantayʹs peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1963, The Beach Boys made the national album charts for the first time with “Surfin' U.S.A.”
In 1964, Irna Phillips and William J. Bell's Another World premiered on NBC. The script from this episode is archived at the National Museum of American History. When the show began, announcer Bill Wolff would say over the opening title: "We do not live in this world alone, but in a thousand other worlds. . . And now, Another World." During its first year, the show, set in the fictional town of Bay City, set new standards for its time by taking on topics like abortion and illegitimate pregnancy. The story initially revolved around the Matthews family in Bay City. The original characters were Liz Matthews (Sarah Cunningham, replaced after the first episode), Bill Matthews (Joseph Gallison), Jim Matthews (John Beal, replaced after the first episode), Mary Matthews (Virginia Dwyer), Pat Matthews (Susan Trustman), Alice Matthews (Jacqueline Courtney), Russ Matthews (Joey Trent), Janet Matthews (Liza Chapman), Granny Matthews (Vera Allen), Missy Palmer (Carol Roux), Ken Baxter (William Prince) and Tom Baxter (Nicholas Pryor). Another World ran for 35 years, achieving its greatest ratings success in the 1970s. The final episode aired on June 25, 1999.
In 1965, “That Was The Week That Was”, TV Variety; last aired on NBC.
In 1968, McDonaldʹs Big Mac Hamburger debuts.
In 1968, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Mission: Impossible: Greg Morris, Peter Graves, Barbara Bain, Martin Landau”. Other Articles: Issac Asimov, Vicki Lawrence
In 1968, R.C., “Summertime Blues” by Blue Cheer peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Days of Future Past” enters the U.S. charts and signals a new era for rock music because of the lush arrangements and heady lyrics of The Moody Blues.
In 1968, AMERICAN BANDSTAND STEPPENWOLF (“BORN TO BE WILD”) are first time guests
In 1968, COVER OF SATURDAY EVENING POST The BEATLES and MIA FARROW in India with the MAHARISHI (and the first of a two-part article detailing the visits of these stars as well as the BEACH BOYS to his meditational retreat)
In 1968, “Ain't No Way” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Ann-Marie” by The Belmonts peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Ask Me” by Maxine Brown peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Call Me Lightning” by The Who peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Days Of Wine and Roses” by Andy Williams peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “He's A Bad Boy” by Carole King peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “How Can I Forget” by Jimmy Holiday peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Linda” by Jan and Dean peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Mecca” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Pipeline” by The Chantays peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Rainbow” by Gene Chandler peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Soul Train” by Classics IV peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “The Unknown Soldier” by The Doors peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Tom Cat” by The Rooftop Singers peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “We're Rolling On” by The Impressions peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “You Never Miss Your Water (Till The Well Runs Dry)” by 'Little Esther' Phillips and 'Big Al' Downing peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Young and In Love” by Dick and Deedee peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Call Me Lightning” by The Who peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Funky Street” by Arthur Conley peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Goin' Away” by The Fireballs peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Greasy Heart” by Jefferson Airplane peaked at number 63 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “L. David Sloane” by Michele Lee peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Me, The Peaceful Heart” by Lulu peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Mecca” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Reverend Mr. Black” by The Kingston Trio peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Take Good Care Of My Baby” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “The Shadow Of Your Love” by Five Stairsteps peaked at number 94 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “U.S. Male” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, 😉🤣 “Simon Says” by 1910 Fruitgum Company peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Any Old Time” by The Foundations peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Can't Take My Eyes Off You” by Andy Williams peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “From Me To You” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “I've Got You On My Mind” by Dorian Gray peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “La La La” by Massiel peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Nobody's Darlin' But Mine” by Frank Ifield peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Rice Is Nice” by The Lemon Pipers peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Something Here In My Heart” by Paper Dolls peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Somewhere In My Country” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Little Band Of Gold” by James Gilreath peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Our Day Will Come” by Ruby and The Romantics peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Pipeline” by The Chantays peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Valleri / Tapioca Tundra” by The Monkees peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Young Lovers” by Paul and Paula peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Delilah” by Tom Jones peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1968, “I've Just Lost Somebody” by Golden Earring peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1968, “If I Were A Carpenter” by The Four Tops peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Jennifer Eccles” by The Hollies peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Loop De Loop” by Johnny Thunder peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Rosie” by Don Partridge peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1963, “Sei rimasta sola” by Willy and Willeke Alberti peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Delilah” by Tom Jones peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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