Home
DFS
SB
OD
SDN
DFSM
THP
Donate $5
In 1964, The Rankin and Bass presentation of “Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer” on the “General Electric Fantasy Hour” becomes the highest rated television special in the history of the medium.
In 1965, The Beatles release the single “We Can Work It Out”/“Day Tripper” in the U.K.
In 1965, The Beatles started what would be their final United Kingdom tour following the release of “Rubber Soul.”
In 1965, The U.S.S.R. launched its Luna Eight moon probe. It crashed on the lunar surface a few days later.
In 1965, The Beatlesʹ sixth studio album, “Rubber Soul,” was released in the United Kingdom by Parlophone (it was released in the U.S. by Capitol Records three days later).
In 1966, R.C., “Winchester Cathedral” by New Vaudeville Band peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1967, Tammy Wynette was at #1 on the US Country singles chart with "Stand By Your Man". It proved to be the most successful record of Wynette's career and is one of the most covered songs in the history of country music. The song was placed at #1 on CMT's list of the Top 100 Country Music Songs.
In 1968, “Elvisʹs 1968 Comeback Special” The psychedelic era had dawned, the time of the Magical Mystery Tour, and most trend-followers had written off the King. With this electrifying televised special, Elvis reclaimed his throne. The opening salvo showed Presley in an ultratight closeup, his face filling the screen. There were the low, dark eyebrows, the simmering eyes, a red bandanna tied around his throat above a black silk shirt, his famously full lips an inch from the microphone, as he sang, “If youʹre lookin' for trouble/You came to the right place.” This was Elvis in his electrifying adult prime, taking care of business as only he could.
In 1968, “Fire” single by Crazy World Of Arthur Brown was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1968, “In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida” album by Iron Butterfly was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1968, “Midnight Confession” single by The Grassroots was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1969, John Lennon is asked to play the lead role in “Jesus Christ, Superstar” (the offer is withdrawn the next day).
In 1969, “Kozmic Blues” album by Janis Joplin was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1964, "Dear Heart" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1966, 😉 “Winchester Cathedral” by The New Vaudeville Band peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, 😉🤣 “Ol' MacDonald” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “(When She Needs Good Lovin') She Comes To Me” by Chicago Loop peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “A Day In The Life Of A Fool” by Jack Jones peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Alone At Last” by Jackie Wilson peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Are You Lonesome Tonight?” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Coming On Strong” by Brenda Lee peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Cry Cry Cry” by Bobby 'Blue' Bland peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Dear John” by Pat Boone peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Heaven Must Have Sent You” by The Elgins peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Last Date” by Floyd Cramer peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Like Strangers” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “New Orleans” by Gary U.S. Bonds peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Ruby Duby Du” by Charles Wolcott peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Ruby Duby Du” by Tobin Matthews and Co. peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Stranger From Durango” by Richie Allen peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “The Green Leaves Of Summer” by The Brothers Four peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The Proud One” by Frankie Valli peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “The Wheel Of Hurt” by Margaret Whiting peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Time After Time” by Chris Montez peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “We Got A Thing That's In The Groove” by The Capitols peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Whole Lot Of Shakin' Goin' On” by Conway Twitty peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Wish You Were Here, Buddy” by Pat Boone peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1966, 😉 “Winchester Cathedral” by The New Vaudeville Band or Dana Rollin peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “A Day In The Life Of A Fool” by Jack Jones peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “And The Heavens Cried” by Ronnie Savoy peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Bound To FLy” by 3's A Crowd peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Don't Be A Dropout” by James Brown peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa (Sad Song)” by Otis Redding peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I'm Your Puppet” by James and Bobby Purify peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Last Date” by Floyd Cramer peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Look Through My Window” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Nineteen Days” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Respect” by Rationals peaked at number 74 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Spinout” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Who Am I” by Petula Clark peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Writing On The Wall” by The Five Canadians peaked at number 65 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1966, “96 Tears” by ? (Question Mark) and The Mysterians peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Green, Green Grass Of Home” by Tom Jones peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “I Believe” by David Whitfield peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “It's Love” by Ken Dodd peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Just As Much As Ever” by Nat King Cole peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Kommotion” by Duane Eddy peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “My Heart Has A Mind Of Its Own” by Connie Francis peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “One Of The Lucky Ones” by Joan Regan peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Somewhere, My Love” by Mike Sammes Singers peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Sorry Robbie” by Bert Weedon peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Think Sometimes About Me” by Sandie Shaw peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1960, 😉🤣 “The Brontosaurus Stomp” by The Piltdown Men peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Bend It!” by Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Save The Last Dance For Me” by The Drifters peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Sorry / Funny Feelin'” by The Easybeats peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Apache” by The Shadows peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Charming Billy” by Johnny Preston peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Despise You” by Q65 peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1966, “I Love My Dog” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Never On Sunday” by Makadopoulos and His Greek Serenaders (primary artist) peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Wir wollen niemals auseinandergehn” by Heidi Brühl peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1960, “Hjemlandets sang” by Bjørg og Per Gunnar peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Huldreslåtten” by Ole Ellefsæter peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1966, “No Milk Today” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1966, “Stop, Stop, Stop” by The Hollies peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.
© 1995-2026. davesfunstuff.com. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of any part of this website without expressed written consent is prohibited.
