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In 1962, John Lennon married Cynthia Powell in a secret ceremony in Liverpool with Paul McCartney as his best man. The couple divorces on November 8, 1968. Cynthia was pregnant with Julian.
In 1962, The U.S. Telstar satellite relayed the first live TV program between the United States and Europe.
In 1962, “Jeff Bakerʹs Car Wreck on As the World Turns!” TV GUIDE called it the “automobile accident that shook the nation.” Actor Mark Rydell, who had played Jeff Baker for six years on the top-rated CBS soap, refused to sign a long-term contract. And so, the producers ripped asunder Americaʹs favorite daytime sweethearts in a blur of twisting metal: Jeff died instantly; his wife, Penny (Rosemary Prinz), fell into a lengthy coma.
In 1963, The Beatles released the single “She Loves You”/“Iʹll Get You” and hit number one in the United Kingdom chart in its second chart week.
In 1964, The Beatles performed in concert at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. Many celebs like Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra were unable to get tickets to the show. The live recordings of the concert werenʹt available until 1973.
In 1965, “Help!” album by The Beatles was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1967, SEPTEMBER 1967'S “TIGER BEAT” On newstands…with all DAVY JONES in the featured cover photo (but competing for attention are five small photos of MICKY DOLENZ on the top and right side of the cover). Inside: an article covering the MONTEREY POP FESTIVAL, praising the sets by JEFFERSON AIRPLANE, BIG BROTHER and THE HOLDING COMPANY, and JIMI HENDRIX; and noting that PETER TORK introduced LOU RAWLS and BUFFALO SPRINGFIELD to the crowd…Plus: features on KURT RUSSELL, ANGELA CARTWRIGHT.
In 1969, Johnny Cash was at #1 on the Billboard country singles chart with "A Boy Named Sue". The song tells the tale of a young man's quest for revenge on a father who abandoned him at 3 years of age and whose only contribution to his entire life was naming him Sue, commonly a feminine name, which results in the young man suffering from ridicule and harassment by everyone he meets in his travels. Also on this day Chet Atkins appeared as the special guest on this week's Johnny Cash ABC television music variety show.
In 1969, R.C., “A Boy Named Sue” recorded at Folsum Prison by Johnny Cash peaked at number two on the pop singles chart and number one on the country charts.
In 1969, R.C., “Honky Tonk Woman” by Rolling Stones peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1969, R.C., “Iʹm Free” by The Who peaked at #37 on the pop singles chart.
In 1969, R.C., “Laughing” by Guess Who peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.
In 1969, R.C., “Questions 67 And 68” by Chicago peaked at #71 on the pop singles chart.
In 1969, Blind Faithʹs self-titled debut album enters the chart. It will eventually hit number one.
In 1969, Johnny Cashʹs “A Boy Named Sue” topped the country charts. The song had been released in July.
In 1965, "Dr. Who and the Daleks" opened in theaters in the U.K.
In 1969, “Chelsea Morning” by Judy Collins peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Ease Back” by Meters peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Honky Tonk Women” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “I'm Free” by The Who peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Laughing” by The Guess Who peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Look At Mine” by Petula Clark peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Marrakesh Express” by Crosby, Stills and Nash peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Memphis Train” by Buddy Miles peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Muddy River” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Oh How Happy” by Edwin Starr peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Polk Salad Annie” by Tony Joe White peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “That's The Way God Planned It” by Billy Preston peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “The Young Folks” by Diana Ross and The Supremes peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “True Grit” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Who Do You Love?” by Quicksilver Messenger Service peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Workin' On A Groovy Thing” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Change Of Heart” by Dennis Yost With Classics IV peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Ease Back” by Meters peaked at number 65 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Free Me” by Otis Redding peaked at number 54 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “I'd Wait A Million Years” by The Grass Roots peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “I'm Free” by The Who peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Let Me Be The One” by Peaches and Herb peaked at number 77 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Let's Call It A Day Girl” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 79 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Marrakesh Express” by Crosby, Stills and Nash peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Odds and Ends” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Polk Salad Annie” by Tony Joe White peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Saved By The Bell” by Robin Gibb peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Till You Get Enough” by Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band peaked at number 57 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “When I Die” by Motherlode peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Your Husband - My Wife” by Brooklyn Bridge peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1969, “I Don't Know Why / My Cherie Amour” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Need Your Love So Bad” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Si Tu Dois Partir” by Fairport Convention peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Hello Suzie” by Amen Corner peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “It Miek” by Desmond Dekker and The Aces peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Ma Belle Amie” by Tee Set peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Make Me An Island” by Joe Dolan peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1969, “Nathalie” by Dave [NL] peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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