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In 1962, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Dobie Gillis: Dwayne Hickman and Sheila James”. Other Articles: Law and Mr. Jones, Abby Dalton
In 1962, R.C., “Mashed Potato Time” by Dee Dee Sharp peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1962, R.C., “Shout (part 1)” by Joey Dee and The Starliters peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.
In 1962, R.C., “The Big Draft” by The Four Preps peaked at #61 on the pop singles chart.
In 1962, R.C., “Walk On With The Duke” by The Duke Of Earl (Gene Chandler) peaked at #91 on the pop singles chart.
In 1962, West Side Story soundtrack album went to number one on the album chart and stayed number one for 54 weeks, which is more than 20 weeks longer than any other album.
In 1965, “THE DICK VAN DYKE SHOW”: the episode where a young ROB PETRIE (Dick Van Dyke) does a 100 hour marathon as a disc jockey
In 1965, TVʹS SHINDIG A Special Hourlong SALUTE TO ELVIS…While 'the King' didnʹt appear, other stars performed his songs…Highlights: WILLIE NELSON (“HOUND DOG”), SONNY and CHER (“TEDDY BEAR”), CHAMBERS BROTHERS (“JAILHOUSE ROCK”), LINDA GAIL (“DONʹT BE CRUEL”)
In 1966, “Bewitched” Facing a tight deadline on the Stern Chemical account, overworked adman Darrin Stephens (Dick York) has to cancel a vacation with his beautiful witch of a wife Samantha (Elizabeth Montgomery). Or does he? “Itʹs a pity you canʹt take the fun side of him and leave the work side at home,” ponders Samanthaʹs prankish, Pucci-clad mother, Endora, who promptly splits her son-in-law in two. In an athletic double performance by York, Darrinʹs hedonistic half becomes a Watusi-ing mass of irresponsibility, while his workaholic half is so all-business he nearly runs client Sanford Stern (Frank Maxwell) and boss Larry Tate (David White) into the ground. “Divided He Falls” was so delicious that when Dick Sergeant replaced York on the show in 1969, the first episode he filmed was a remake of this one.
In 1966, TVʹS WHERE THE ACTION IS Appearing: ZOMBIES (“DONʹT GO AWAY”) and Actor DON GRADY (“LET IT HAPPEN”)
In 1967, One-hit-wonder Scott McKenzie released “San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)”, the definitive song of the “flower children” era. The tune peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1968, Buffalo Springfield performed its final show in Long Beach, California. But two major new acts would rise from the ashes-Steve Stills and Neil Young joined David Crosby and Graham Nash, and while Ritchie Furay (now a preacher in Boulder, Colorado) forms Poco with Jim Messina, who dueted with Kenny Loggins later on.
In 1969, Releases: Creedence Clearwater Revivalʹs single “Bad Moon Rising”
In 1969, The Beatles released the single “Get Back/Donʹt Let Me Down” in the U.S.
In 1969, Milwaukee Bucks sign number one NBA Draft pick, star UCLA center Lew Alcindor.
In 1965, "Alphaville" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1965, "Brainstorm" was released by Warner Bros.; William Conrad (director/producer), Mann Rubin (screenplay); Jeffrey Hunter, Anne Francis, Dana Andrews, Viveca Lindfors; Thriller
In 1966, "Arabesque" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1966, "Our Man in Marrakesh" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1962, “Hide 'Nor Hair” by Ray Charles peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “I Will” by Vic Dana peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Johnny Jingo” by Hayley Mills peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Mashed Potato Time” by Dee Dee Sharp peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Moments” by Jennell Hawkins peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Runaway” by Lawrence Welk and His Orchestra peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Shout” by Joey Dee and The Starliters peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Soldier Boy” by The Shirelles peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Thou Shalt Not Steal” by John D. Loudermilk peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Twistin White Silver Sands” by Bill Black's Combo peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Walk On With The Duke” by Gene Chandler peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Soldier Boy” by The Shirelles peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Big Man In A Big House” by Leroy Van Dyke peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Cutty Sark” by John Barry peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Don't Break The Heart That Loves You” by Connie Francis peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Hey! Little Girl” by Del Shannon peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “I Know Where I'm Going” by Countrymen peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Slow Twistin'” by Chubby Checker peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Tavern In The Town” by Terry Lightfoot's New Orleans Jazzmen peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “The Mexican” by Fentones peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Young World” by Ricky Nelson peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Daar mag je alleen maar naar kijken!” by Johnny Hoes peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1962, “Rock-A-Hula Baby” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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