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The 60's Datebook for August 16

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In 1962, Beatles manager Brian Epstein informed drummer Pete Best that he was fired and that he was being replaced by Richard Starkey (Ringo Starr). In the days before Ringo was available, Johnny “Hutch” Hutchinson filled in as Beatles drummer. I guess he didnʹt perform his…Best.

In 1963, HOT NEW ALBUM ALLAN SHERMANʹs “MY SON THE NUT” includes “HELLO MUDDUH HELLO FADDUH”

In 1966, The Monkeesʹ first single, “Last Train to Clarksville,” was released. It sold more than one million copies.

In 1966, “Fantastic Voyage” starring Raquel Welch shrunk to microscopic size premiered at Graumanʹs Chinese Theater.

In 1966, “Strangers In The Night” album by Frank Sinatra was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1966, “Think Ethnic” album by Smothers Brothers was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1967, “The Steve Allen Show”, TV Variety, last aired on CBS, syndicated 1967-69, 76.

In 1969, Disneyland attendance hits a record 82,516 visitors in one day.

In 1969, Merle Haggard's "Workin' Man Blues" was at #1 on the Billboard country singles chart. The song is Haggard's tribute to a core group of his fans: The American blue-collared working man.

In 1969, On the cover of TV Guide: “Merv Griffin (the new competition for Johnny Carson and Joey Bishop)”. Other Articles: Robert Culp, Night Gallery

In 1969, Special guests on this week's Johnny Cash ABC television music variety show included, O.C. Smith, (who performed "Son Of A Hickory Holler's Tramp" with Cash), Kenny Rogers and The First Edition, (who performed "Ruby, Don't Take Your Love To Town"), Melanie and Grandpa Jones.

In 1969, Woodstock Festival, second day of three day event (see August 15 for details).

In 1969, “Sugar, Sugar”, by Archies entered the Top 40 chart.

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

In 1969, “Abergavenny” by Shannon (Male) peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Choice Of Colors” by The Impressions peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Everybody Knows Matilda” by Duke Baxter peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “It's Getting Better” by Mama Cass Elliot peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Let Me Be The Man My Daddy Was” by The Chi-Lites peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Let Yourself Go” by Friends Of Distinction peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Sweet Caroline (Good Times Never Seemed So Good)” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 😉 “On The Good Ship Lollipop” by Tiny Tim peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Abergavenny” by Shannon (Male) peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Canadian Pacific” by George Hamilton IV peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Choice Of Colors” by The Impressions peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Clean Up Your Own Backyard” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Crosswalk” by The Stampeders peaked at number 95 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Everybody Knows Matilda” by Duke Baxter peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Hands Of The Clock” by Life peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Hey Little Man” by Happy Feeling peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I Want You So Bad” by B.B. King peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Jack and Jill” by Tommy Roe peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Muddy River” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “No One There To Love Me” by Alistair and Linda peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Peter Knight” by The Irish Rovers peaked at number 98 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Put A Little Love In Your Heart” by Jackie DeShannon peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1969, “The Hunter” by Ike and Tina Turner peaked at number 99 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1969, “Bringing On Back The Good Times” by Love Affair peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Conversations” by Cilla Black peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Early In The Morning” by Vanity Fare peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Make Me An Island” by Joe Dolan peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Saved By The Bell” by Robin Gibb peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Thus Spake Zarathustra” by Maazel and Philharmonic Orchestra peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Wet Dream” by Max Romeo peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1969, “When Two Worlds Collide” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 🤔 “In The Ghetto” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Spinning Wheel” by Blood, Sweat and Tears peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, “Blowin' In The Wind” by The Hollies peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Everyday Will Be Like A Holiday” by Byron Lee and The Dragonaires peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “I'd Rather Go Blind” by Chicken Shack peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Mrs. Robinson” by Booker T. and The M.G.'s peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Saved By The Bell” by Robin Gibb peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, 🎃 “Bad Moon Rising” by Creedence Clearwater Revival peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1969, ⛪ “Oh Happy Day” by The Edwin Hawkins Singers peaked at number 2 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Er steht im Tor” by Wencke Myhre peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Tschitti Tschitti Bäng Bäng” by Rex Gildo peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1969, “Här kommer Pippi Långstrump” by Anne-Mette peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1969, “Proud Mary” by Creedence Clearwater Revival peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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