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The 60's Datebook for June 8

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In 1960, An early variation of “Look Whoʹs Talking,” NBCʹs “Happy” draws laughs from a babyʹs comments about the wacky goings-on at his parentsʹ motel. Twins David and Steven Born star as Happy.

In 1963, "Ring Of Fire" by Johnny Cash made its debut at #28 on the singles charts. It went on to become his first #1 hit since the 1959 "Don't Take Your Guns To Town."

In 1963, On the cover of TV Guide: “Johnny Carson”. Other Articles: Hootenanny, Naked City

In 1963, Jan and Deanʹs “Surf City,” written by Beach Boy Brian Wilson, was released.

In 1965, Bob Dylan recorded “Like a Rolling Stone” in his first “electric session” at Columbia Studios in New York.

In 1967, R.C., “A Whiter Shade Of Pale” by Procol Harum peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart and stayed there for six weeks.

In 1967, Guitarist Peter Green left John Mayallʹs Blues Breakers to form Fleetwood Mac.

In 1968, The Rolling Stones released the single “Jumpinʹ Jack Flash.”

In 1969, Tammy Wynette was at #1 on the country charts with "Singing My Song" who she co-wrote with Billy Sherrill and Glenn Sutton. "Singing My Song" was Tammy Wynette's fifth #1 on the country charts as a solo artist and spent a total of fourteen weeks on the charts.

In 1969, “The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour”, TV Variety, last aired on CBS.

In 1969, Brian Jones announces he was leaving The Rolling Stones because he didnʹt agree with the bandʹs musical direction. Less than a month later he would be found dead in the swimming pool at his home.

In 1966, "Boy, Did I Get a Wrong Number!" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1969, "That Cold Day in the Park" was released by Warner Bros.; Robert Altman (director); Sandy Dennis, Michael Murphy, Lynne Roth; Drama; Thriller

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

In 1963, “A Stranger In Your Town” by The Shacklefords peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Come and Get These Memories” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Da Doo Ron Ron (When He Walked Me Home)” by The Crystals peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Delilah” by Tom Jones peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Don't Make My Baby Blue” by Frankie Laine peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Funky Fever” by Clarence Carter peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Hobo Flats” by Jimmy Smith peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Wish I Knew” by Solomon Burke peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I'll Never Do You Wrong” by Joe Tex peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “If I Were A Carpenter” by The Four Tops peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “If You Don't Want My Love” by Robert John peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Like To Get To Know You” by Spanky and Our Gang peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Little Latin Lupe Lu” by The Righteous Brothers peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Lonely Boy, Lonely Guitar” by Duane Eddy peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Master Jack” by Four Jacks and A Jill peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Needles and Pins” by Jackie DeShannon peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Pushover” by Etta James peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Ready, Willing and Able” by The American Breed peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Sleepy Joe” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Soulville” by Dinah Washington peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Still” by Bill Anderson peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “The Bounce” by The Olympics peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “What A Guy” by The Raindrops peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “You Ain't Goin' Nowhere” by The Byrds peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Da Doo Ron Ron (When He Walked Me Home)” by The Crystals peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Delilah” by Tom Jones peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Here's To You” by Hamilton Camp peaked at number 57 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I'm Sorry” by Delfonics peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “If You Don't Want My Love” by Robert John peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1963, “It's My Party” by Lesley Gore peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “La La La” by Raymond LeFèvre peaked at number 92 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “My Girl/Hey Girl” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “She's Lookin' Good” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “The Happy Song (Dum-Dum)” by Otis Redding peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Tighten Up” by Archie Bell and The Drells peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Two Faces Have I” by Lou Christie peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1968, “Do You Know The Way To San José” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “He's The One” by Billie Davis peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Joanna” by Scott Walker peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Little Band Of Gold” by James Gilreath peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “My Bonnie” by Tony Sheridan and The Beatles peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Nothing Can Stop Me” by Gene Chandler peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Pipeline” by The Chantays peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Rainbow Valley” by Love Affair peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Take These Chains From My Heart” by Ray Charles peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Think” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “U.S. Male” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “When Will You Say I Love You” by Billy Fury peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1963, 😉 “Surfin' U.S.A.” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay” by Otis Redding peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Congratulations” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Jumbo / The Singer Sang His Song” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “A Man Without Love (Quando M'innamoro)” by Engelbert Humperdinck peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I See Your Face Again” by Sandy Coast peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “If I Only Had Time” by John Rowles peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “This Wheel's On Fire” by Julie Driscoll, Brian Auger and The Trinity peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1963, “How Do You Do It?” by Gerry and The Pacemakers peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Jennifer Eccles” by The Hollies peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Lazy Sunday” by Small Faces peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Lucky Lips” by Cliff Richard and The Shadows peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Nobody's Darlin' But Mine” by Frank Ifield peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Vi gratulerer” by Kirsti, Oddvar and Arne peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, 😉🤣 “Simon Says” by 1910 Fruitgum Company peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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