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In 1964, Dean Martin, of all people, is master of ceremonies for ABCʹs “The Hollywood Palace,” featuring an appearance of the Rolling Stones on their first U.S. concert tour. One critic called the Stones “dirtier and streakier and more disheveled than The Beatles”.
In 1965, Gemini IV is launched, the second two-man flight (McDivitt and White); astronaut Edward White became the first American to walk in space for 22 minutes, during the flight. The Russians were first in the world with a spacewalk on March 18, 1965. White was later killed when a fire broke out aboard Apollo One.
In 1966, “TIGER BEAT” FOR JULY '66 On newsstands with cover photos of MICK JAGGER and MARK LINDSAY; Also in this issue, Tiger Beat adds MOD MAGAZINE (“entirely edited in England”); plus “The Story the WALKER BROS. donʹt talk about”; and BURT WARD exclusive at-home pictures
In 1967, Howʹs this for an odd trio of cohosts? Singer Buddy Greco, drummer Buddy Rich and comedian George Carlin (George Carlin?) headline CBSʹs “And Away We Go,” a summer-replacement series for Jackie Gleason.
In 1967, R.C., “Happy Jack” by The Who peaked at #24 on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, R.C., “I Was Kaiser Billʹs Batman” by Whistling Jack Smith peaked at #20 on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, R.C., “Respect” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, The Beatles continue recording “You Know My Name (Look Up The Number)” at De Lane Lea.
In 1967, “Sgt Pepperʹs Lonely Hearts Club Band” album hit number one in Britain.
In 1967, AMERICAN BANDSTAND JEFFERSON AIRPLANE are first time guests, and feature “SOMEBODY TO LOVE” and “WHITE RABBITT”
In 1968, Canada announces it will replace silver with nickel in coins.
In 1969, Beam them aboard, Scotty. It was on this date that NBC aired the last episode of the original “Star Trek” series, ending the crew of the USS Enterpriseʹs mission of discovery and launching them on the convention circuit.
In 1969, On Dark Shadows, Quentin's (David Selby) ghost revealed to David that if any one of three things could have been changed, he might have been saved: first there was the discovery of a silver bullet at Collinwood; then the one person who could have helped him was murdered and he claimed he could not tell David everything; third, the one person who loved him turned against him.
In 1969, “Oh Happy Day” single by Edwin Hawkinsʹ Singers was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1960, "Cruel Story of Youth" opened in movie theaters in Japan
In 1964, "Hey There, It's Yogi Bear!" was released by Atlantic Releasing Corporation / Clubhouse Pictures / Hanna-Barbera; William Hanna, Joseph Barbera (directors/screenplay); Warren Foster (screenplay); Daws Butler, Don Messick, Julie Bennett, Mel Blanc, Jean Vander Pyl, J. Pat O'Malley, Hal Smith, Allan Melvin, Thurl Ravenscroft, James Darren, Bill Lee, Ernest Newton, Jackie Ward, Jonah and the Wailers; Comedy, Musical; Animation
In 1964, "Honeymoon Hotel" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1965, "Shenandoah" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1967, 😉 “I Was Kaiser Bill's Batman” by Whistling Jack Smith peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Big Big World” by Johnny Burnette peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Breakin' In A Brand New Broken Heart” by Connie Francis peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Brother-In-Law” by Paul Peek peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Creeque Alley” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Daddy's Home” by Shep and The Limelights peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Driving Wheel” by Junior Parker peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Girl Of My Best Friend” by Ral Donner and The Starfires peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Glory Of Love” by The Roomates peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Hello Walls” by Faron Young peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Here's My Confession” by Wyatt (Earp) McPherson peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Hip Hug-Her” by Booker T. and The M.G.'s peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I Could Be So Good To You” by Don and The Goodtimes peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “In My Heart” by The Timetones peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Leopard Skin Pill-Box Hat” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Little Devil” by Neil Sedaka peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Mama Said” by The Shirelles peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Only Love Can Break A Heart” by Margaret Whiting peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Respect” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Ronnie” by Marcy Joe peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Son-In-Law” by Louise Brown peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Son-In-Law” by The Blossoms peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Stop! and Think It Over” by Perry Como peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “That Old Black Magic” by Bobby Rydell peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “That's The Way With Love” by Piero Soffici peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Tragedy” by The Fleetwoods peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Travelin' Man” by Ricky Nelson peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Triangle” by Janie Grant peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “When You're Young and In Love” by The Marvelettes peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Why (Am I Treated So Bad)” by The Staple Singers peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “You'd Better Come Home” by Russell Byrd peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “A Beautiful Story” by Sonny and Cher peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Another Day, Another Heartache” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Casino Royale” by Herb Alpert and The Tijuana Brass peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Diamonds and Gold” by Willie and The Walkers peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Eight Men, Four Women” by O.V. Wright peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Everyday” by Bobby Lee peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Funky Broadway” by Dyke and The Blazers peaked at number 95 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Girl, You'll Be A Woman Soon” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Groovin'” by The Young Rascals peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Hello Walls” by Faron Young peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Here Comes My Baby” by The Tremeloes peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Lay Some Happiness On Me” by Dean Martin peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Let's Run Away” by Magic Cycle peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Looking At A Baby” by The Collectors peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Louisiana Mama” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Love Me Forever” by Roger Williams peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Melancholy Music Man” by The Righteous Brothers peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “My Girl Josephine” by Jerry Jaye peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Release Me (and Let Me Love Again)” by Engelbert Humperdinck peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Shotgun” by Wes Dakus peaked at number 54 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Somebody Help Me” by The British Modbeats peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Sunshine Girl” by The Parade peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Lovin' Sound” by Ian and Sylvia peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Time, Time” by Ed Ames peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Surrender” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “The Frightened City” by The Shadows peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Wind Cries Mary” by The Jimi Hendrix Experience peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Walking In The Rain” by The Walker Brothers peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “What's I Do” by Jerry Lee Lewis peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Why Not Now? / Can This Be Love” by Matt Monro peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Words” by The Allisons peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “A Little Bit Me, A Little Bit You” by The Monkees peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Goin' Steady” by Col Joye and The Joy Boys peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Ha! Ha! Said The Clown” by Manfred Mann peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “This Is My Song” by Petula Clark peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Purple Haze” by The Jimi Hendrix Experience peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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