Home DFS SB OD SDN DFSM THP Donate $5

Notice: How To Tip The Webmaster.


You are at the section The 60's Datebook

The 60's Datebook for August 2

Related Events on This Date

In 1961, The Beatles begin their engagement as regular headliners at Liverpoolʹs Cavern Club, where theyʹll perform about 300 times in the next two years.

In 1964, 08 ^ 02 = 64

In 1967, On Another World, Ada (Constance Ford) pleaded with Rachel (Robin Strasser) to understand that her salary at Pierre's was all they had, but Rachel threatened to leave the hospital despite the health risk if she lost her pricey private room. Rachel railed at Ada for lying to her that her father was dead. "Everybody lies when they have to," Rachel said. "I know I do."

In 1968, On Dark Shadows, a distraught Adam (Robert Rodan) stabbed himself.

In 1969, R.C., “Along Came Jones” by Ray Stevens peaked at #27 on the pop singles chart.

In 1969, R.C., “On Campus” by Dickie Goodman peaked at #45 on the pop singles chart.

In 1969, R.C., “Quentinʹs Theme” by Charles Randolph Grean Sounde peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart.

In 1969, R.C., “Ruby, Donʹt Take Your Love To Town” by Kenny Rogers and The First Edition peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.

In 1969, Special guests on this week's Johnny Cash ABC television music variety show included, O.C. Smith, Merle Haggard, Merrilee Rush and Carl Perkins. Merle played "The Fugitive/The Highway Is My Home" and a version of Jimmie Rodgers' "No Hard Times," then joined Cash for a duet on "Sing Me Back Home."

In 1969, “A Boy Named Sue”, by Johnny Cash entered the Top 40 chart.

In 1967, "In the Heat of the Night" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

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

In 1969, 😉 “Quentin's Theme” by Charles Randolph Grean Sounde peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, 😉🤣 “Along Came Jones” by Ray Stevens peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, 😉🤣 “On Campus” by Dickie Goodman peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Break Away” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Good Old Rock and Roll” by Cat Mother and The All Night News Boys peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Let's Call It A Day Girl” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Reconsider Me” by Johnny Adams peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Ruby, Don't Take Your Love To Town” by Kenny Rogers and The First Edition peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Tell All The People” by The Doors peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “That's The Way” by Joe Tex peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “The Hunter” by Ike and Tina Turner peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Yesterday, When I Was Young” by Roy Clark peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “You Made A Believer (Out Of Me)” by Ruby Andrews peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 😉🤣 “Along Came Jones” by Ray Stevens peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, 😉🤣 “Moonflight” by Vik Venus peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, 🤔 “In The Year 2525 (Exordium and Terminus)” by Zager and Evans peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay” by Sérgio Mendes peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Break Away” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Evangeline Mon Amour” by Studio A Orchestra peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Good Old Rock and Roll” by Cat Mother and The All Night News Boys peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Hey Joe” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I've Lost Everything I've Ever Loved” by David Ruffin peaked at number 66 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Mother Popcorn (You Got To Have A Mother For Me)” by James Brown peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “My Cherie Amour” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Reconsider Me” by Johnny Adams peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “What Does It Take (To Win Your Love)” by Junior Walker and The All Stars peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Willie and Laura Mae Jones” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 57 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “You Never Know Who Your Friends Are” by Al Kooper peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1969, “Goo Goo Barabajagal (Love Is Hot)” by Donovan With The Jeff Beck Group peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “That's The Way God Planned It” by Billy Preston peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 😉🤣 “Frozen Orange Juice” by Peter Sarstedt peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Heather Honey” by Tommy Roe peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Mr. Ragmuffin Man” by Manfred Mann peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Where's The Playground Susie” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 🤔 “Give Peace A Chance” by John Lennon and The Plastic Ono Band peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Swan Lake” by The Cats (U.K.) peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 🤔 “Give Peace A Chance” by John Lennon and The Plastic Ono Band peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I Want To Live” by Aphrodite's Child peaked at number 8 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

Menu:
The 60's Datebook Main Page January February March April May June July August August 1 August 2 August 3 August 4 August 5 August 6 August 7 August 8 August 9 August 10 August 11 August 12 August 13 August 14 August 15 August 16 August 17 August 18 August 19 August 20 August 21 August 22 August 23 August 24 August 25 August 26 August 27 August 28 August 29 August 30 August 31 September October November December
Related:
TLB Pop Memories Blog The Big Datebook Unusual Video Daily Pop Singles Chart Debuts Chart Peaks Daily The 80's Datebook The 90's Datebook The 00's Datebook The 70's Datebook
Market Zone:
Dave's Fun Stuff
TV Zone:
Find your favorite TV shows with "Let's Watch TV!"
Notable:
Dave's Fun Stuff SDN Media News and More
Footer:
Dave's Fun Stuff Super Birthdays



© 1995-2026. davesfunstuff.com. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of any part of this website without expressed written consent is prohibited.

Help Support Our Ad-Free Web Section

Just use our PayPal link to pay.

Please Donate Cash to help pay for webhosting, domain payments, expenses and labor in keeping this section going. Thank you.

$2, $5, $10, $20, $50, $75, $100, $ANY

Notice Of Disclosure (updated June 2023):

"David Tanny is the owner and operator of the domains davesfunstuff.com and davidtanny.com"

Website Cookie Policy