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In 1960, R.C., “Ol' MacDonald” by Frank Sinatra peaked at #25 on the pop singles chart.
In 1963, R.C., “She Loves You” by the Beatles returned to number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1963, The Crusher beats Verne Gagne in Saint Paul, to become NWA champ.
In 1964, Gilliganʹs Island episode number nine. “The Big Gold Strike”. Mr. Howell discovers a gold mine on the island. He then hires Gilligan to work in the mine. When gold fever strikes the castaways and Mr. Howell is unwilling to share the gold, they begin to charge outlandish prices for the supplies and food that Mr. Howell needs. When the professor repairs the life raft from the Minnow, they all climb in hoping to reach civilization. However, the combined weight of the gold that everyone smuggles on-board the raft causes it to sink. Another rescue foiled!
In 1964, R.C., “Leader Of The Pack” by The Shangri-Las peaked at number one on the pop singles chart; it was parodied into “Leader Of The Laundromat” by The Detergents.
In 1964, R.C., “You Really Got Me” by The Kinks peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
In 1964, The United States launched the space probe Mariner Four on a course toward Mars, which it flew past in July 1965, sending back pictures of the red planet.
In 1966, Gilliganʹs Island episode #80. “The Kidnapper”. guest: Don Rickles (Norbert Wiley). Someone kidnaps Mrs. Howell, Mary Ann, and Ginger, and then demands ransom money. The kidnaper turns out to be a compulsive gambler who fled civilization to avoid temptation. While the Castaways attempt to rehabilitate him, he ends up leaving the island, accompanied by Mrs. Howellʹs pearl necklace, Mr. Howellʹs wallet, and Gingerʹs earrings!
In 1966, Several gold records are certified this day including The Righteous Brothers get one for their album “Soul and Inspiration,” and The Monkees earn their third gold record for “Iʹm a Believer,” which will be number one for seven weeks.
In 1966, “Winchester Cathedral” single by New Vaudeville Band was certified Gold by the RIAA. It was a '20s Rudy Vallee-style novelty song.
In 1966, The Beatles recorded “Strawberry Fields Forever”
In 1967, Actress-model Anna Nicole Smith was born Vickie Lynn Hogan in Houston.
In 1967, The Beatles recorded the flexi “The Beatlesʹ Fifth Christmas Record”
In 1967, Former Playboy Playmate Anna Nicole Smith born in Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and parts of Northern Mexico (rimshot!)
In 1969, The Rolling Stonesʹs “Let It Bleed” album was released.
In 1964, “Almost There” by Andy Williams peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Ask Me” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Chained and Bound” by Otis Redding peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Come See About Me” by Nella Dodds peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Four Strong Winds” by Bill Parsons As Bobby Bare peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “It Ain't Me Babe” by Johnny Cash peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Little Marie” by Chuck Berry peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Reach Out For Me” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “S-W-I-M” by Bobby Freeman peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Shaggy Dog” by Mickey Lee Lane peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Silly Little Girl” by The Tams peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Slaughter On Tenth Avenue” by The Ventures peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “What Good Am I Without You” by Marvin Gaye and Kim Weston peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “You Really Got Me” by The Kinks peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Hey Now” by Lesley Gore peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “I Don't Want To See You Again” by Peter and Gordon peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Little Marie” by Chuck Berry peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Right Or Wrong” by Ronnie Dove peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Slaughter On Tenth Avenue” by The Ventures peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “The Door Is Still Open To My Heart” by Dean Martin peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Time Is On My Side” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Good Morning Little Schoolgirl” by The Yardbirds peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Message To Martha” by Lou Johnson peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “So Much In Love” by Mighty Avengers peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “Um, Um, Um, Um, Um, Um” by Wayne Fontana and The Mindbenders peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1964, “What'cha Gonna Do About It” by Doris Troy peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
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