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The 60's Datebook for December 14

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In 1961, Jimmy Deanʹs “Big Bad John” became the first country record to receive official gold-record certification from the Recording Industry Association of America. The association had been certifying gold records since 1958. Before that date, gold records were awarded on an informal basis.

In 1963, R.C., “Louie, Louie” by The Kingsmen peaked at number two on the pop singles chart and stayed there for six weeks; John Belushi covered it for the 1978 movie “Animal House”, and The Fat Boys covered it in 1988.

In 1963, Verne Gagne beats The Crusher in Minneapolis, to become NWA champ.

In 1966, The British invaded American television. Chad and Jeremy were guests on “Batman”. Catwoman stole their voices and England refused to pay $22,488 to get them back.

In 1966, The Elvis Presley film “Spinout,” co-starring Shelley Fabares, premiered in U.S. theaters.

In 1967, On Dark Shadows, in a duel, Barnabas Collins (Jonathan Frid) shot his uncle, Jeremiah (Anthony George).

In 1968, R.C., “Abraham, Martin And John” by Dion peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.

In 1968, R.C., “Goody Goody Gumdrops” by 1910 Fruitgum Company peaked at #37 on the pop singles chart. Obviously, another bubblegum hit from that sub-era.

In 1968, R.C., “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number one on the pop singles chart and stayed there for seven weeks.

In 1968, R.C., “With A Little Help From My Friends” by Joe Cocker peaked at #68 on the pop singles chart. It later became the theme for the TV series “The Wonder Years”.

In 1969, The Jackson Five made their first appearance on “The Ed Sullivan Show”, singing their first hit “I Want You Back”.

In 1960, "Esther and the King" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A./Italy

In 1967, "In Cold Blood" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1969, "Generation" was released by National General Pictures; George Schaefer (director); David Janssen, Kim Darby, Pete Duel; Comedy

In 1969, "John and Mary" was released by 20th Century Fox; Peter Yates (director); Dustin Hoffman, Mia Farrow, Michael Tolan; Romantic; Drama

U.S. 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, 😉 “Goody Goody Gumdrops” by 1910 Fruitgum Company peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, 😉🤣 “Louie, Louie” by The Kingsmen peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “A Man and A Half” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Abraham, Martin and John” by Dion peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “As Long As I Know He's Mine” by The Marvelettes peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Ballad Of Two Brothers” by Autry Inman peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Be Mad Little Girl” by Bobby Darin peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Come On, React” by The Fireballs peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Crossfire Time” by Dee Clark peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Dawn” by David Rockingham Trio peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Did You Have A Happy Birthday” by Paul Anka peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Do You Wanna Dance?” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Don't Be Afraid (Do As I Say)” by Frankie Karl and The Dreams peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Don't Make The Good Girls Go Bad” by Della Humphrey peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Goodbye My Love” by James Brown peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Love How You Love Me” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “I Walk Alone” by Marty Robbins peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Living A Lie” by Al Martino peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Misery” by Dynamics peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Scarborough Fair” by Sérgio Mendes and Brasil '66 peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “See Saw” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “She's Got Everything” by The Essex peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Slow Drag” by The Intruders peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Surfer Street” by The Allisons peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “The Little Red Rooster” by Sam Cooke peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “The Worm” by Jimmy McGriff peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “With A Little Help From My Friends” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Wonderful Summer” by Robin Ward peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Yesterday and You (Armen's Theme)” by Bobby Vee peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “You're Good For Me” by Solomon Burke peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, 😉 “Chewy Chewy” by Ohio Express peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “'Till” by The Vogues peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Ballad Of Two Brothers” by Autry Inman peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Beyond The Clouds” by The Poppy Family peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “For Once In My Life” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Good Time Girl” by Nancy Sinatra peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Goodnight My Love” by The Duprees peaked at number 93 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1963, “I'm Leaving It All Up To You” by Dale and Grace peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Just Ain't No Love” by Barbara Acklin peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Kentucky Woman” by Deep Purple peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Loddy Lo” by Chubby Checker peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Pickin' Wild Mountain Berries” by Peggy Scott and Jo Jo Benson peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Promises, Promises” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Right Relations” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Sea Shell” by Strawberry Alarm Clock peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “See Saw” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Too Weak To Fight” by Clarence Carter peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Wichita Lineman” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “With A Little Help From My Friends” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Yesterday's Rain” by Spanky and Our Gang peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, 😉🤣 “Lily The Pink” by The Scaffold peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “1-2-3 O'Leary” by Des O'Connor peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “I Can Dance” by Brian Poole and The Tremeloes peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “I Want To Hold Your Hand” by The Beatles peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Maria Elena” by Los Indios Tabajaras peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Secret Love” by Kathy Kirby peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Softly, Softly” by The Equals peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Yours Until Tomorrow” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1963, “Bossa Nova Baby / Witchcraft” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Dominique” by The Singing Nun peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Living A Lie / Love You Truly” by Al Martino peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Loddy Lo / Hooka Tooka” by Chubby Checker peaked at number 17 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Midnight Confessions” by The Grass Roots peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1968, “With A Little Help From My Friends” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, 😉 “Red Red Wine” by Peter Tetteroo peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Eloise” by Barry Ryan peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Just A Little Bit Of Peace In My Heart” by The Golden Earrings peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Ride My See-Saw” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1968, “Starstruck” by The Kinks peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Tous les garçons et les filles” by Françoise Hardy peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1963, “500 Miles Away From Home” by Bill Parsons As Bobby Bare peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Dagligliv i folkehjemmet” by Ragnhild Michelsen and Rolf Just Nilsen peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1963, “Kem har tatt min fena” by Roger Engvik peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1968, “With A Little Help From My Friends” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1968, “Only One Woman” by The Marbles peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1968, “With A Little Help From My Friends” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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