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The 60's Datebook for May 16

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In 1960, A research study reported this day that TV commercials “in living color” were over three times more effective than black and white commercials.

In 1960, Eileen Fulton joined the soap oprea As The World Turns as the role of the popular Lisa character. Her final airdate was when the soap ended on September 17, 2010.

In 1965, Spaghetti-Oʹs is first marketed. Uh-oh!

In 1965, The Rolling Stones appear with Chuck Berry on the television show “Hollywood A-GO-GO.” The Stones, trying to drive off in a Limo after the show, are attacked by a mob of fans.

In 1966, The Beach Boys released their critically acclaimed LP “Pet Sounds” in the U.S. Itʹs a dramatic change of pace from their 'Girls, Cars and Surf' formula, and includes the hits to-be “SLOOP JOHN B”, “WOULDNʹT IT BE NICE” and “GOD ONLY KNOWS”. The BEATLES later admitted that the album influenced their “Sergeant Pepperʹs Lonely Hearts Club Band” sessions.

In 1960, "Peeping Tom" opened in movie theaters in the U.K.

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

In 1964, “(The Best Part Of) Breaking Up” by The Ronettes peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Ain't That Just Like Me” by The Searchers peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Have I Stayed Away Too Long” by Bill Parsons As Bobby Bare peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Kiss Me Sailor” by Diane Renay peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Loving You More Every Day” by Etta James peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “My Girl Sloopy” by The Vibrations peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “My Guy” by Mary Wells peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Ronnie” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Shangri-La” by Vic Dana peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “White On White” by Danny Williams peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Winkin', Blinkin' and Nod” by Carly Simon (Simon Sisters) peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Wish Someone Would Care” by Irma Thomas peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “(Don't Let The Rain Come Down) Crooked Little Man” by Serendipity Singers peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Ebb Tide” by Lenny Welch peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I Don't Want To Be Hurt Anymore” by Nat King Cole peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Nadine (Is It You?)” by Chuck Berry peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Suspicion” by Terry Stafford peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “The Shoop Shoop Song (It's In His Kiss)” by Betty Everett peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Whenever He Holds You” by Bobby Goldsboro peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Winkin', Blinkin' and Nod” by Carly Simon (Simon Sisters) peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Wrong For Each Other” by Andy Williams peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “4,003,221 Tears From Now” by Judy Stone peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “A World Without Love” by Peter and Gordon peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Can't Buy Me Love / You Can't Do That” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “She Wears My Ring / Let's Love Tonight” by Johnny O'Keefe peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “I Love You Because” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Oh My Darling Caroline” by Ronny peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “A World Without Love” by Peter and Gordon peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I Love You Because” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Non ho l'età” by Gigliola Cinquetti peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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