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In 1961, On the cover of TV Guide: “Carol Burnett”. Other Articles: Mickey Spillane
In 1962, KMEX TV channel 34 in Los Angeles, California (Univision) begins broadcasting as one of the first spanish-language stations in America at a time when there were very few TV stations with a UHF tuner.
In 1962, “The Real McCoys”, TV Comedy; moved to CBS.
In 1962, The Mets finish their inaugural season with 120 losses, a 20th-century record when the team drops a 5-1 decision to the Cubs at Wrigley Field. In his last career at-bat, New York catcher Joe Pignatano hits into an eighth-inning triple play with Richie Ashburn and Sammy Drake aboard, with the baserunners also appearing in their last major league game.
In 1963, “The Andy Griffith Show” This series was at its down-home best when it focused on the sweet relationship between Sheriff Taylor (Griffith) and Opie (Ron Howard), a bond endearingly explored in “Opie the Birdman.” After accidentally killing a mother bird with his slingshot, Opie dutifully raises her three nestlings until they are big enough to fly. After releasing them, Opie sadly notes how empty their cage looks. “It sure does,” answers his proud and knowing pa as he watches the birds swoop skyward, “but donʹt the trees seem nice and full?” And arenʹt our lives nicer and fuller for having dallied in Mayberry?
In 1963, “Word For Word”, TV Game Show; debut on NBC.
In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #39. “The Little Dictator”. guest: Nehemiah Persoff (Pancho Hernando Gonzales Enrico Rodriguez) The exiled president of a revolution-torn country visits the island.
In 1965, Quite a line-up on “Shingdig!” Appearing are the Hollies, Leslie Gore, Major Lance, Turtles, Donovan and the Dave Clark Five.
In 1965, “Thunderbirds” began airing on the ITV network
In 1965, TVʹS WHERE THE ACTION IS Appearing: LENNY WELCH (“SINCE I FELL FOR YOU”), CANNIBAL and THE HEADHUNTERS (“LAND OF 1000 DANCES”)
In 1966, On Dark Shadows, David Collins (David Henesy) took Victoria Winters (Alexandra Moltke) to the Old House to show her the ghosts. After they left, a ghost emerged from the portrait of Josette Collins.
In 1967, On TVʹs “David Frost Show,” John Lennon and Paul McCartney espouse the Maharishi Mahesh Yogiʹs doctrines of transcendental meditation.
In 1967, R.C., “Brown Eyed Girl” by Van Morrison peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart. Ohmygawd! Sheʹs got big brown eyes! Sheʹs cute! Owww!
In 1967, R.C., “Funky Broadway” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Soul Man”, by Sam and Dave entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1969, Recording of John Lennonʹs “Cold Turkey.”
In 1969, “Crosby, Stills and Nash” album by Crosby, Stills and Nash was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1960, "Hell to Eternity" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1961, 😉🤣 “Does Your Chewing Gum Lose Its Flavour (On The Bedpost Overnight?)” by Lonnie Donegan and His Skiffle Group peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, 😉🤣 “More Money For You and Me” by The Four Preps peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Brown Eyed Girl” by Van Morrison peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Faraway Star” by The Chordettes peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Funky Broadway” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Gettin' Together” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “In The Heat Of The Night” by Ray Charles peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “It's All Right” by Sam Cooke peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Johnny Willow” by Fred Darian peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Judy” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Juke Box Saturday Night” by Nino and The Ebb Tides peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Let Me Belong To You” by Brian Hyland peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Louisiana Man” by The Pozo-Seco Singers peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Magic Is The Night” by Kathy Young and The Innocents peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Missing You” by Ray Peterson peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Sweet Little You” by Neil Sedaka peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Cat In The Window (The Bird In The Sky)” by Petula Clark peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “The Mountain's High” by Dick and Deedee peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Turn The World Around” by Eddy Arnold peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Wizard Of Love” by The Ly-Dells peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “You Know What I Mean” by The Turtles peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “You've Got To Pay The Price” by Al Kent peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Bittersweet” by The Nomads peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I Can't Stay Away From You” by The Impressions peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Just Out Of Reach (Of My Two Empty Arms)” by Percy Sledge peaked at number 63 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Knucklehead” by The Bar-Kays peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Let's Get Together” by Hayley Mills and Hayley Mills peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Love Bug Leave My Heart Alone” by Martha Reeves and The Vandellas peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Museum” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Our Song” by Jack Jones peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Run, Run, Run” by Third Rail peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Letter” by The Box Tops peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1961, “You Must Have Been A Beautiful Baby” by Bobby Darin peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “You've Got To Pay The Price” by Al Kent peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Breakaway” by The Springfields peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Drivin' Home” by Duane Eddy peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Heart and Soul” by Jan and Dean peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Lonely Street / Why Can't You” by Clarence "Frogman" Henry peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Reflections” by Diana Ross and The Supremes peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Say It With Flowers” by Dorothy Squires and Russ Conway peaked at number 23 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Day I Met Marie” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Thinkin' Ain't For Me” by Paul Jones peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Pleasant Valley Sunday / Words” by The Monkees peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Pretty Little Angel Eyes” by Curtis Lee peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Sea Of Heartbreak” by Don Gibson peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Let's Forget What I Said” by Wally Tax peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Och was ik maar bij moeder thuis gebleven” by Johnny Hoes peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Zarina” by Rex Gildo peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Pleasant Valley Sunday” by The Monkees peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Ramona” by Gunnar Wiklund peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1967, “We Love You” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1961, “You Don't Know” by Helen Shapiro peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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