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In 1961, “Rocky And His Friends”, TV Cartoon Show; last aired on ABC.
In 1962, “McKeever And The Colonel”, TV Comedy; debut on NBC.
In 1962, “The Jetsons”, an animated cartoon series about a space-age family, premiered on ABC-TV; it was the first program to be carried by the network in color.
In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #38. “Beauty Is As Beauty Does”. Gilligan suggests a beauty contest to decide which of the three women will become “Ms. Castaway.” Mr. Howell attempts to sabotage the other contestants by spreading glue on the stage before Mary Annʹs big dance scene, and by shooting spit-wads at Ginger while she performs. The Professor then distorts the music when it is Mrs. Howellʹs turn. Then, when all the competitions are complete, the final decision rests with the judge…..Gilligan!
In 1966, The Rolling Stones released “Have You Seen Your Mother Baby”/“Whoʹs Driving Your Plane.”
In 1967, Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention played their first British concert at Londonʹs Royal Albert Hall, backed by an orchestra. Their albums seemed so incomprehensible to mainstrean record buyers than they gained a reputation as “weird” and “off the wall”.
In 1967, On the cover of TV Guide: “The Monkees”. Other Articles: Barbara Eden, Rock Hudson
In 1967, R.C., “Apples, Peaches, Pumpkin Pie” by Jay and The Techniques peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, R.C., “Groovin'” by Booker T. and The M.G.'s peaked at #21 on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, R.C., “I Dig Rock And Roll Music” by Peter, Paul and Mary peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, R.C., “I Had A Dream” by Paul Revere and The Raiders peaked at #17 on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, R.C., “Knock On Wood” by Otis and Carla peaked at #30 on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, R.C., “The Letter” by The Box Tops peaked at number one on the pop singles chart; Doctor Dave parodied it into “Vanna, Pick Me A Letter” about the “Wheel Of Fortune” game show in 1986.
In 1967, The Doorsʹ “People Are Strange” is released.
In 1967, READING ABOUT THE SMOTHERS BROTHERS Tom and Dick are featured in a “SATURDAY EVENING POST” story
In 1968, “Hereʹs Lucy”, TV comedy, debut on CBS as Lucille Ballʹs third TV series in her 23-year continuous reign as the queen of TV comedy.
In 1968, “Mayberry, R.F.D.”, TV Comedy evolution of The Andy Griffith Show; debut on CBS.
In 1968, The Beatles recorded “Happiness is a Warm Gun”
In 1969, The film “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid”, which starred Robert Redford, Paul Newman and Katherine Ross, was first seen at the Robert Sherman Theater in New Haven, Connecticut. The song “Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head” in the movie became a smash hit.
In 1969, The Northern Star started a rumor with an article that Paul McCartney died in 1966. Many so-called clues were cited in Beatle records.
In 1969, “Marcus Welby, M.D.”, TV Medical Drama; debut on ABC and became the networkʹs first top-rated series.
In 1969, “Puzzle People” album by Temptations was released. You have to put the record together before you could play it on your turntable.
In 1969, “The Governor And J.J.”, TV Comedy; debut on CBS.
In 1968, "Charly" was released by Selmur Productions; Ralph Nelson (director); Cliff Robertson, Claire Bloom, Lilia Skala; Sci-Fi
In 1961, “(Marie's The Name) His Latest Flame” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “A Little Bit Of Soap” by The Jarmels peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “A Little Dog Cried” by Jimmy Rodgers peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Anniversary Of Love” by The Caslons peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Anything Goes” by Harpers Bizarre peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Apples, Peaches, Pumpkin Pie” by Jay and The Techniques peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Baby You're So Fine” by Mickey and Sylvia peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Ballad Of You and Me and Pooneil” by Jefferson Airplane peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Big Cold Wind” by Pat Boone peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Blue's Theme” by Davie Allan and The Arrows peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Casonova (Your Playing Days Are Over)” by Ruby Andrews peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Dear Mr. DJ Play It Again” by Tina Robin peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Don't Get Around Much Anymore” by The Belmonts peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Girl In My Dreams” by The Capris peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Groovin'” by Booker T. and The M.G.'s peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I Can't Stay Away From You” by The Impressions peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I Dig Rock and Roll Music” by Peter, Paul and Mary peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “I Don't Like It Like That” by The Bobbettes peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I Had A Dream” by Paul Revere and The Raiders peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “I Love You Yes I Do” by Bull Moose Jackson peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “It Could Be We're In Love” by Cryin' Shames peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “It's Gonna Work Out Fine” by Ike and Tina Turner peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Knock On Wood” by Otis Redding and Carla Thomas peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Knucklehead” by The Bar-Kays peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Love Bug Leave My Heart Alone” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Lover's Island” by The Blue Jays peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Music! Music! Music!” by The Sensations peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “My Blue Heaven” by Duane Eddy peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “My Dream Come True” by Jack Scott peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Nag” by The Halos peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Night Train” by Richard Hayman peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “One Track Mind” by Bobby Lewis peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Panic” by Otis Williams and His Charms peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Roll Over Beethoven” by Velaires peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)” by Rusty Draper peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Take Good Care Of My Baby” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Take My Love (I Want To Give It All To You)” by Little Willie John peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Letter” by The Box Tops peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “When We Get Married” by The Dreamlovers peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Without You” by Johnny Tillotson peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Years From Now” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “You're A Very Lovely Woman” by Merry-Go-Round peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I Feel Good (I Feel Bad)” by Lewis and Clarke Expedition peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I Got What I Wanted” by Rainvilles peaked at number 81 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “It's The Little Things” by Sonny and Cher peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Little Bit Hurt” by Julian Covey peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Making Every Minute Count” by Spanky and Our Gang peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Quando Quando” by Bobby Curtola peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “San Franciscan Nights” by Eric Burdon and The Animals peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “There Is A Mountain” by Donovan peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “There's Always Me” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Wednesday” by The Royal Guardsmen peaked at number 97 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “You Know What I Mean” by The Turtles peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1961, “You Mostest Girl” by Bob Lee peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Excerpt From "A Teenage Opera"” by Keith West peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Itchycoo Park” by Small Faces peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Let's Go To San Francisco” by The Flower Pot Men peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Michael, Row The Boat” by Lonnie Donegan peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Reach For The Stars / Climb Every Mountain” by Shirley Bassey peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Train To Skaville” by Ethiopians peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Wheels Cha Cha” by The Joe Loss Orchestra peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Don't Sleep In The Subway” by Petula Clark peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “To Love Somebody” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Tossin' and Turnin'” by Bobby Lewis peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Well, I Ask You” by Eden Kane peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Jackson” by Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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