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The 60's Datebook for May 12

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In 1960, 05 x 12 = 60

In 1960, Elvis Presley made his TV comeback after two years in the U.S. Army on a “Welcome Home, Elvis” Timex ABC-TV special hosted by Frank Sinatra. Sinatra sang “Love Me Tender” and Elvis sang “Witchcraft” as they exchanged hits.

In 1960, Johnny Cash guest starred with comics Homer & Jethro on the NBC TV The Ford Show, presented by Tennessee Ernie Ford.

In 1962, On the cover of TV Guide: “Don Knotts”. Other Articles: Marjorie Lord, Alan Funt

In 1962, Billboard reports last yearʹs most-played jukebox disc was country star Jimmy Deanʹs “Big Bad John.” One vote behind was Chubby Checkerʹs “The Twist.”

In 1963, Bob Dylan walked out of dress rehearsals for “The Ed Sullivan Show” when CBS censors told him he cannot perform his “Talking John Birch Society Blues.” When told the tune may be libelous, Dylan refused to appear on the show.

In 1964, Singer Ray Charlesʹ “Busted” won a Grammy Award as Best R&B Recording.

In 1965, The Rolling Stones began two days of recording at the famed Chess Studios in Chicago. They put down the original tracks for “(I Canʹt Get No) Satisfacation,” which they work on again two days later at RCAʹs Hollywood Studio, where they also record tracks for the album “Out of Your Heads.”

In 1966, TVʹS WHERE THE ACTION IS Appearing: STEVIE WONDER (“UPTIGHT”, “FINGERTIPS PART II”), SHADOWS OF KNIGHT (“GLORIA”)

In 1967, “Are You Experienced,” the groundbreaking debut album of the Jimi Hendrix Experience, was released in Britain by Track Records (a version with a somewhat different playlist went on sale in the United States the following August on the Reprise label).

In 1967, Pink Floyd stages the first-ever rock concert with quadraphonic sound at Queen Elizabeth Hall in England.

In 1967, "Good Times" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

U.S. 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1962, “At The Club” by Ray Charles peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Itty Bitty Pieces” by James Ray peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Stranger On The Shore” by The Drifters peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Twist, Twist Señora” by Gary U.S. Bonds peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “You're Nobody 'til Somebody Loves You” by Dinah Washington peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1962, “Conscience” by James Darren peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Mashed Potato Time” by Dee Dee Sharp peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Stranger On The Shore” by Mr. Acker Bilk peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1962, “Caterina” by Perry Como peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Speak To Me Pretty” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “The Party's Over” by Lonnie Donegan peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1962, “The Wonderful World Of The Young” by Danny Williams peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1962, “Moon River” by Henry Mancini and His Orchestra peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Young World” by Ricky Nelson peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1962, 😉 “Jambalaya (On The Bayou)” by Fats Domino peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Crying In The Rain” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1962, “When My Little Girl Is Smiling” by The Drifters peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1962, “Wonderful Land” by The Shadows peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

The 60's Datebook for May 12

Related Events on This Date

U.S. 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

U.K. 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

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