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In 1962, COVER OF NEWSWEEK: Spanish Dictator FRANCISCO FRANCO who wasnʹt dead yet, but would be in 1975.
In 1963, Merv Griffin takes over from Jim “Mr. Magoo” Backus as host of “Talent Scouts,” a showcase for young talents and a summer replacement for “The Red Skelton Hour.”
In 1964, Country singer Jim Reeves held what would be his last recording session, cutting the ironically titled “Is It Really Over?” and “Missing You” at Nashvilleʹs RCA Studio B
In 1965, TVʹS 'WHERE THE ACTION IS' Appearing: JAMES BROWN (“OUT OF SIGHT”)
In 1966, On the cover of TV Guide: “Walter Cronkite”. Other Articles: TV Movies, Peter Graves. And thatʹs the way it was for this second of July in 1966.
In 1966, R.C., “Cool Jerk” by The Capitols peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, R.C., “Donʹt Bring Me Down” by The Animals peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, R.C., “Double Shot (Of My Babyʹs Love)” by Swingin' Medallions peaked at #17 on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, R.C., “Strangers In The Night” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Little Red Riding Hood”, by Sam The Sham and The Pharaohs entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1966, “MAD” magazine, featuring that lovable madcap dweeb, Alfred E. “What Me Worry?” Neuman, was promoting rental cars and shaving cream on postal stamps! Fifteen years later, the U.S. Congress, who didnʹt find the stunt very funny, introduced ad stamp legislation of its own to relieve the post office deficit.
In 1968, George Reinholt debuted on Another World as Steve Frame. At Walter (Val Dufour) and Lenore's (Judith Barcroft) wedding reception, Steve arrived, introduced himself to Alice (Jacqueline Courtney) then led her to the dance floor. Steve and Alice would go on to become one of the most popular couples in soap opera history.
In 1969, Columbia releases Johnny Cashʹs “A Boy Named Sue”
In 1969, AT THE MOVIES: “THE LOVE BUG” (Dean Jones, Buddy Hackett, Michele Lee)
In 1964, "The Moon-Spinners" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1969, "Three Into Two Won't Go" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1960, 😉🤣 “Miller's Cave” by Hank Snow peaked at number 101 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “A Rockin' Good Way (To Mess Around and Fall In Love)” by Dinah Washington and Brook Benton peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “A Theme From 'The Threepenny Opera' (Mack The Knife)” by Ella Fitzgerald peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Comin' Down With Love” by Mel Gadson peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Cool Jerk” by The Capitols peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Day For Decision” by Johnny Sea peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Don't Bring Me Down” by The Animals peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Everybody's Somebody's Fool” by Connie Francis peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Exclusively Yours” by Carl Dobkins Jr. peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Found Love” by Jimmy Reed peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Girl In Love” by The Outsiders peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “It's An Uphill Climb To The Bottom” by Walter Jackson peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever” by The Four Tops peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “My Lover's Prayer” by Otis Redding peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Neighbor, Neighbor” by Jimmy Hughes peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Oh Yeah” by The Shadows Of Knight peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Pink Chiffon” by Mitchell Torok peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Something Happened” by Paul Anka peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Strangers In The Night” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Take This Heart Of Mine” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Theme For Young Lovers” by Percy Faith and His Orchestra peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Walking The Floor Over You” by Pat Boone peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “What Am I Going To Do Without Your Love” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Wonderful World” by Sam Cooke peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “You've Got The Power” by James Brown peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Younger Girl” by The Hondells peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Barefootin'” by Robert Parker peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Break Out” by Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Come and Get Me” by Jackie DeShannon peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Dedicated Follower Of Fashion” by The Kinks peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Everybody's Somebody's Fool / Jealous Of You” by Connie Francis peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Friends and Mirrors” by Bobby Russell peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Good Time Charlie” by Bobby 'Blue' Bland peaked at number 98 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “How Could I Fall In Love” by Spiders peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Love You 1000 Times” by The Platters peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Love You Drops” by Vic Dana peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “I'm Sorry / That's All You Gotta Do” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “It's A Man's, Man's, Man's World” by James Brown peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “It's Over” by Jimmie Rodgers peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “My Little Red Book” by Love peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Opus 17 (Don't You Worry 'Bout Me)” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “S.Y.S.L.J.F.M. (The Letter Song)” by Joe Tex peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Soup Time” by James and The Bondsmen peaked at number 97 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Sweet Talkin' Guy” by The Chiffons peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The Last Word In Lonesome Is Me” by Eddy Arnold peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Walking The Floor Over You / Spring Rain” by Pat Boone peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Wiederseh'n” by Al Martino peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “You Don't Have To Say You Love Me” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Don't Answer Me” by Cilla Black peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Hideaway” by Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Am A Rock” by Simon and Garfunkel peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Lady Jane” by David Garrick peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “No One Will Ever Know” by Frank Ifield peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Swingin' School” by Bobby Rydell peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “That's Love” by Billy Fury peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The Pied Piper” by Crispian St. Peters peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Russian Spy and I” by The Hunters [NL] peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Just A Little Teardrop” by The Pussycats peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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