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In 1962, THE COVER OF “PARADE” DESI ARNAZ (his life without LUCY)
In 1964, NBC broadcasts “See How They Run” and launches a genre: the first regularly scheduled made-for-TV movie. John Forsythe and Senta Berger star in the chase thriller involving three orphans who donʹt realize theyʹre carrying the goods to expose the international crime ring that killed their father. The teleplay is based on the novel “The Widow Makers” by Michael Blankfort.
In 1964, The Beatles appear on an all-British episode of ABCʹs Shindig! previously taped in London. The band performs “Iʹm a Loser,” “Kansas City” and “Boys.”
In 1964, Bob Uecker, who had been shagging out in left field, tries to catch batting practice balls with a tuba when an unsuspecting member of a Dixieland band leaves it unattended. Much to the delight of the crowd, the comedic Cardinals backup catcher is successful in two of his six attempts to snag a fly ball in the mouth of the instrument, but the owner, who is not amused, asks the team for $250 to cover the cost of repairing the dented brass.
In 1965, Gilliganʹs Island episode #40. “Smile, Youʹre on Mars Camera”. A NASA satellite with a TV camera, accidentally lands on the island instead of the intended target: Mars. The castaways try to communicate their S.O.S. when the camera is operational. However, with the help of a Gilligan goof-up, the castaways are covered with glue and feathers, and the NASA scientists mistakenly believe they are seeing the first proof of life on Mars.
In 1965, TVʹS SHINDIG Guests: The KINKS
In 1966, Billy Dee Williams aired for the final time as Dr. James "Jim" Frazier on The Guiding Light. He was replaced in the role by James Earl Jones. Both actors starred in Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back in 1980.
In 1967, R.C., “(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher And Higher” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.
In 1968, The Motion Picture Association of America adopted its film-rating system, ranging from “G” for general audiences, “GP”, “R” for restricted, to “X” for adult patrons only; later PG, PG-13, NC-17, RX, (hopefully A, R-17, K, M, O, U, S, E).
In 1964, "Fail-Safe" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1965, "The Agony and the Ecstasy" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1968, "I Love You, Alice B. Toklas" was released by The Mirisch Company; Hy Averback (director); Peter Sellers, Jo Van Fleet, Leigh Taylor-Young; Comedy; Romantic
In 1961, “(I Love You) For Sentimental Reasons” by The Cleftones peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “For What It's Worth” by The Staple Singers peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Funky Donkey” by Bernard 'Pretty' Purdie peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I Make A Fool Of Myself” by Frankie Valli peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I'm A Fool For You” by James Carr peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Impossible” by Gloria Lynne peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Linda” by Adam Wade peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Little Sister” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Mexico” by Bob Moore and His Orchestra peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Never My Love” by The Association peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Ode To Billie Joe” by Ray Bryant peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Peas 'N Rice” by Freddie McCoy peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Pocketful Of Rainbows” by Deane Hawley peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Riders In The Sky” by Lawrence Welk and His Orchestra peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Sunshine Games” by Music Explosion peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “True, True Love” by Frankie Avalon peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “We Love You” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “What Now My Love” by Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels (Mitch Ryder) peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “When The Snow Is On The Roses” by Ed Ames peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Anything Goes” by Harpers Bizarre peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Death Of A Clown” by Dave Davies peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Gettin' Together” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I Dig Rock and Roll Music” by Peter, Paul and Mary peaked at number 15 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “In The Heart Of The Night” by Ray Charles peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Knock On Wood” by Otis Redding and Carla Thomas peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Love Has Finally Come My Way” by Faron Young peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Boat That I Row” by Lulu peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Cat In The Window (The Bird In The Sky)” by Petula Clark peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Things I Should Have Said” by The Grass Roots peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “This Time Long Ago” by The Guess Who peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Twelve Thirty (Young Girls Are Coming To The Canyon)” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Flowers In The Rain” by The Move peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Funky Broadway” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Get Lost” by Eden Kane peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Good Times” by Eric Burdon and The Animals peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Jealousy” by Billy Fury peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Kon-Tiki” by The Shadows peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Sea Of Heartbreak” by Don Gibson peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Sucu Sucu” by Ping-Ping and Al Verlaine peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Try My World” by Georgie Fame peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1967, “I Dig Rock and Roll Music” by Peter, Paul and Mary peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1961, “I'm Counting On You / Right Now” by Johnny O'Keefe peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “It Must Be Him” by Vikki Carr peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Lil' Ol' Me” by Warren Carr peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Ode To Billie Joe” by Bobbie Gentry peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Day I Met Marie” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Burning Of The Midnight Lamp” by The Jimi Hendrix Experience peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Itchycoo Park” by Small Faces peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1961, “Oke, ik ga met je mee” by Ria Valk peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “San Franciscan Nights” by Eric Burdon and The Animals peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “The Day I Met Marie” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Time Seller” by The Spencer Davis Group peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Wonderful Impressions / Nellie The Horse” by The Motions peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1967, “Pop A Top” by Jim Edward Brown peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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