In 1961, “The Tab Hunter Show”, TV Comedy; last aired on NBC.
In 1962, (date?) the BBC banned BOBBY “BORIS” PICKETTʹs “Monster Mash” from British radio. Back home in America, the song caught on in a flash. It was a graveyard smash.
In 1962, “Pete And Gladys”, TV Comedy; last aired on CBS.
In 1963, Twenty black students enter public schools in Birmingham, Tuskegee and Mobile, Alabama, following a standoff between federal authorities and Governor George C. Wallace, who resisted integration.
In 1963, Black students entered all-White public schools of Birmingham, Tuskegee and Mobile in Alabama after U.S. President John F. Kennedy federalized the stateʹs National Guard.
In 1964, Rod Stewart recorded his first tune, titled “Good Morning Little Schoolgirl” featured John Paul Jones (Led Zeppelin) on bass — for Decca Records. It was not one of his more successful recordings. He will go on to sing with the Jeff Beck group before embarking on a solo career.
In 1965, The Byrds Byrds Byrds began recording “Turn! Turn! Turn!”
In 1965, “The Jack Paar Program”, TV Talk Show, last aired on NBC with a studio audience of one: his dog.
In 1966, Muhammad Ali knocked out Karl Mildenberger in the 12th round in Frankfurt, Germany, to retain his world heavyweight title.
In 1966, R.C., “Land Of 1000 Dances” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, R.C., “You Canʹt Hurry Love” by The Supremes peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Cool McCool”, TV Cartoon Show; debut on NBC. Danger is his business.
In 1966, “Frankenstein Jr. and The Impossibles”, “Space Ghost And Dino Boy”, “The Lone Ranger”, “The New Adventures Of Superman”, and “The Road Runner Show”, TV Cartoon Shows; debut on CBS.
In 1966, “King Kong”, TV Cartoon Show; debut on ABC.
In 1966, “Space Ghost and Dino Boy” cartoon series debut on CBS. Future talk show host Space Ghost (designed by Alex Toth) is born in a series of eight minute Hanna-Barbera cartoons packaged with another cartoon called “Dinoboy In The Lost Valley.”
In 1966, “Space Kidettes”, TV Cartoon Show; debut on NBC.
In 1966, “The Beagles”, TV Cartoon Show; debut on CBS.
In 1966, “The Super 6”, TV Cartoon Show; debut on NBC.
In 1967, The Denver Broncos gain a total of minus five yards against the Oakland Raiders (NFL record).
In 1967, “Gentle Ben”, TV Adventure; debut on CBS.
In 1967, “The High Chaparral”, TV Western Drama; debut on NBC.
In 1967, “The Mothers-In-Law”, TV Comedy starring Eve Arden and Kaye Ballard, debut on NBC.
In 1960, “(I Can't Help You) I'm Falling Too” by Skeeter Davis peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Alfie” by Cilla Black peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Ashes To Ashes” by The Mindbenders peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Beachcomber” by Bobby Darin At The Piano peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Campfire Girls” by Billy Joe Royal peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Get Away” by Georgie Fame and The Blue Flames peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Got To Handle It” by The Capitols peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “It Only Happened Yesterday” by Jack Scott peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Land Of A Thousand Dances” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Lisa” by Jeanne Black peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Little Darlin' (I Need You)” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Mission Bell” by Donnie Brooks peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Over The Rainbow” by The Demensions peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Roller Coaster” by The Ides Of March peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “She Drives Me Out Of My Mind” by The Swingin' Medallions peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “That's Enough” by Roscoe Robinson peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The Philly Freeze” by Alvin Cash and The Registers peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Theme From 'The Apartment'” by Ferrante and Teicher peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Volaré (nel blu dipinto di blu)” by Bobby Rydell peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Wade In The Water” by Ramsey Lewis peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “With A Girl Like You” by The Troggs peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “You Can't Hurry Love” by The Supremes peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Dear Mrs. Applebee” by Flip Cartridge peaked at number 77 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Do You Remember” by Jimmy Dybold peaked at number 74 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “He's Not Your Friend” by Dee Jay and The Runaways peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “It Only Happened Yesterday / Cool Water” by Jack Scott peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Lover Lover” by The Quid peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Money Won't Change You” by James Brown peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Nowadays Clancy Can't Even Sing” by Buffalo Springfield peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Sad and Blue” by Mel West peaked at number 97 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The Joker Went Wild” by Brian Hyland peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Volaré (nel blu dipinto di blu)” by Bobby Rydell peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Whatcha Gonna Do About It” by Modbeats peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Feels So Fine” by Johnny Preston peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Let's Have A Party” by Wanda Jackson peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Lovers Of The World Unite” by David and Jonathan peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Loving You Is Sweeter Than Ever” by The Four Tops peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Sweet Dreams” by Tommy McLain peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The Kids Are Alright” by The Who peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Walking To New Orleans” by Fats Domino peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “White Cliffs Of Dover” by Acker Bilk peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Banjo Boy” by Jan and Kjeld peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Couldn't Live Without Your Love” by Petula Clark peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1960, “I'm Sorry / That's All You Gotta Do” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Mother's Little Helper / Lady Jane” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Lady Jane / Mother's Little Helper” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Mama” by Dave Berry peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Marijke” by Peter en zijn Rockets peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Please Don't Tease” by Cliff Richard and The Shadows peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Walking To New Orleans” by Fats Domino peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Summer In The City” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1966, “With A Girl Like You” by The Troggs peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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