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The 60's Datebook for August 22

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In 1960, R.C., “Kookie Little Paradise” by The Tree Swingers peaked at #73 on the pop singles chart.

In 1961, En route to his record-setting season, Roger Maris becomes the first player to hit his 50th home run before September. The 26-year-old All-Star outfielder connects off Ken McBride in the Yankeesʹ 4-3 loss to the expansion Angels at Wrigley Field in Los Angeles. (Ed. Note: The New York slugger will end the month with 51, homering against the Aʹs on August 26. — LP)

In 1964, Liberty Records reported that the novelty album, “The Chipmunks Sing the Beatles” was selling 25,000 copies a day.

In 1964, R.C., “Ainʹt She Sweet” by The Beatles peaked at #19 on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, R.C., “Hello Mudduh, Hello Fudduh! (A Letter From Camp) (New 1964 Version)” by Allan Sherman peaked at #59 on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, R.C., “Under The Boardwalk” by The Drifters peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, R.C., “Walk-Donʹt Run '64” by The Ventures peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.

In 1964, R.C., “Where Did Our Love Go” by The Supremes peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. The Marvelettes turned it down!

In 1964, The Beatles performed in concert in Empire Stadium in Vancouver, Canada. The first Canadian show was broadcast live over a local radio station. They had a hit with their new album “Something New”, as it peaked at number two.

In 1964, “Bread And Butter”, by Newbeats entered the Top 40 chart.

In 1964, “G.T.O.”, by Ronny and The Daytonas entered the Top 40 chart.

In 1964, Martha and The Vandellasʹ “Dancing In The Streets” is released.

In 1966, The Beatlesʹ “Revolver” album was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1966, TVʹS 'WHERE THE ACTION IS' Appearing: TOMMY ROE

In 1968, Ringo Starr quit The Beatles. He returned to the band after taking a two-week vacation by the Mediterranean Sea.

In 1969, The Beatles film a film short for “The Long and Winding Road.”

In 1967, "The Flim-Flam Man" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

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

In 1964, 😉🤣 “Hello Muddah, Hello Fadduh! (Sequel)” by Allan Sherman peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “A Tear Fell” by Ray Charles peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Ain't She Sweet” by The Beatles peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Everybody Needs Somebody To Love” by Solomon Burke peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Handy Man” by Del Shannon peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I'll Always Love You” by Brenda Holloway peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I'll Keep You Satisfied” by Billy J. Kramer and The Dakotas peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Looking For Love” by Connie Francis peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Love Is All We Need” by Vic Dana peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “No One To Cry To” by Ray Charles peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “People Say” by Dixie Cups peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Soul Dressing” by Booker T. and The M.G.'s peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Such A Night” by Elvis Presley and The Jordanaires peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Summer Means Fun” by Bruce and Terry peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “The New Frankie and Johnny Song” by Greenwood County Singers peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Under The Boardwalk” by The Drifters peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Where Did Our Love Go?” by The Supremes peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “A Hard Day's Night” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Ain't She Sweet” by The Beatles peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Father Sebastian” by Ramblers peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I'll Cry Instead” by The Beatles peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “I'm Happy Just To Dance With Her” by The Beatles peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Looking For Love” by Connie Francis peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Steal Away” by Jimmy Hughes peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1964, “That's Really Some Good” by Carla Thomas and Rufus Thomas peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.

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

In 1964, “From A Window” by Billy J. Kramer and The Dakotas peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “How Can I Tell Her” by The Fourmost peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “The Girl From Ipanema” by Stan Getz and Astrud Gilberto peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Thinking Of You Baby” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “Constantly (L'Edera)” by Cliff Richard and The Shadows peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Handy Man” by Del Shannon peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Rag Doll” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Wishin' and Hopin'” by Dusty Springfield peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “Hello, Dolly!” by Louis Armstrong and His All-Stars peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1964, “It's Over” by Roy Orbison peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1964, “On The Beach” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1964, “I Won't Forget You” by Jim Reeves peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1964, “Ramona” by The Bachelors peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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