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In 1960, The last ever Louisiana Hayride show was broadcast. What started as a country music radio show and later became a television show was broadcast from the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium in Shreveport, Louisiana, that from 1948 to 1960 helped to launch the careers of some of the greatest names in American country & western music. The creators of the show took the name from the 1941 book with that title by Harnett Thomas Kane.
In 1961, The panel of “Whatʹs My Line?” is faced with the task of getting affirmative answers to their questions instead of “neighs” from mystery guest “Francis the Talking Mule.”
In 1962, TV Guide Listing: CBS 8:30 p.m./ET Father Knows Best: “The Meanest Professor.” Bud composes a tongue-in-cheek yearbook write-up about one of the schoolʹs most unpopular teachers. The result: near disaster. Jim: Robert Young. Bud: Billy Gray. Margaret: Jane Wyatt. Betty: Elinor Donahue. Cathy: Lauren Chapin.
In 1962, The United States launched the Mariner Two space probe, which flew past Venus the following December.
In 1964, The Walt Disney movie “Mary Poppins” starring Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke opened in movie theaters at Graumanʹs Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles; it was the first Disney gala premiere since Snow White in 1937.
In 1964, Comedienne Gracie Allen died of cancer in Los Angeles at the age of 62.
In 1965, Columbia Records releases Bob Dylanʹs second electric album, “Highway 61 Revisited.” Hits include “Like a Rolling Stone” and “Ballad of a Thin Man.” Folk purists were again horrified to hear Dylan using electric guitars. But the record-buying public disagreed. The single “Like A Rolling Stone” became a Dylan classic and one of the defining moments in rock music.
In 1965, The Beatles spent a private evening with Elvis Presley at his Bel Air home in California. They met for the first and only time. A nervous Presley greets them while playing bass along with the music on a TV. John Lennon remembered the visit as one of the most exciting times of his life. Elvis later said he did not remember the meeting because he was nervous.
In 1966, On the cover of TV Guide: “Barbara Feldon and Don Adams and K-13 of Get Smart”. Other Articles: Beverly Hillbillies, Dating Game
In 1967, “Itʹs About Time”, TV Scifi Comedy; last aired on CBS.
In 1964, "Mary Poppins" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1969, "Medium Cool" was released by Paramount Pictures; Haskell Wexler (director); Robert Forster, Verna Bloom, Peter Bonerz; War
In 1969, "The Rain People" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1960, 😉🤣 “The Whiffenpoof Song” by The Browns Featuring Jim Edward Brown peaked at number 112 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “(You Were Made For) All My Love” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “A Woman, A Lover, A Friend” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Alfie” by Cher peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Bongo Bongo Bongo” by Preston Epps peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Come Share The Good Times With Me” by Julie Monday peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Dear Mrs. Applebee” by Flip Cartridge peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I'm Your Hoochie Cooche Man” by Jimmy Smith peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Just Yesterday” by Al Martino peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Let Me Tell You Babe” by Nat King Cole peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Make Me Belong To You” by Barbara Lewis peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Out Of This World” by The Chiffons peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Red Sails In The Sunset” by The Platters Featuring Tony Williams peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Safe and Sound” by Fontella Bass peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “See You In September” by The Happenings peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Summertime” by Billy Stewart peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “The Brigade Of Broken Hearts” by Paul Evans peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The Tip Of My Fingers” by Eddy Arnold peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, 😉🤣 “Yogi” by The Ivy Three peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “5D (Fifth Dimension)” by The Byrds peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Guess I'll Always Love You” by The Isley Brothers peaked at number 74 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I'm A Loner” by The Jaybees peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “It's A Dirty Shame” by The Esquires peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Livin' Above Your Head” by Jay and The Americans peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Sweet Dreams” by Tommy McLain peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “This Door Swings Both Ways” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, 😉🤣 “They're Coming To Take Me Away, Ha-Haaaa!” by Napoleon XIV peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, 😉🤣 “Tie Me Kangaroo Down, Sport” by Rolf Harris peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Blueberry Hill” by John Barry Seven peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “God Only Knows / Wouldn't It Be Nice” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Goodbye Bluebird” by Wayne Fontana peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Headline News” by Edwin Starr peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Hi-Lili, Hi-Lo” by Alan Price Set peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “I'm Sorry” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “More Than Love” by Ken Dodd peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “The Old Oaken Bucket” by Tommy Sands peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “This Is That” by Tom Jones peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Warm and Tender Love” by Percy Sledge peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Clap Your Hands” by The Beau-Marks peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Sweet Pea” by Tommy Roe peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Too Much / I'll Make You Happy "Easyfever"” by The Easybeats peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Get Away” by Georgie Fame and The Blue Flames peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Hanky Panky” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Revolver (Album)” by The Beatles peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “With A Girl Like You” by The Troggs peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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