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In 1972, On The Doctors, hospitalized for an EEG and a brain scan, Dr. Maggie Powers (Lydia Bruce) asked Dr. Carl Hendryx (Edmund Lyndeck) what could be wrong with her if she didn't have a brain tumor.
In 1973, R.C., “The Red Back Spider” by Brownsville Station peaked at #96 on the pop singles chart.
In 1973, R.C., “Youʹre So Vain” by Carly Simon peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. It also featured Mick Jagger in the background vocals.
In 1973, The five-minute animated lesson series “Schoolhouse Rock” premiered on ABC TV with the “Multiplication Rock” series. The short animated features used Rock music to teach children educational basics between Saturday morning cartoons. And theyʹre back: the Shoolhouse Rock tribute album by contemporary artists have made the series cool all over again.
In 1974, CBS Radio returned to dramatic programming at night with the first broadcast of “Radio Mystery Theatre”, hosted by E.G. Marshall. The program debuted on 218 CBS network stations and remains a mainstay (even in syndication!) for many stations today.
In 1974, The United States began Night Saving Time, or whatever it was called, as President Nixon, under pressure from the gasoline shortage due to the oil embargo, put the United States on year-round Daylight Saving (not Savings) Time. Boy, was it really hard to get up in the morning!
In 1975, ABC-TV joined the early morning news and information race as “A.M. America” debuted. Bill Beutel, long time WABC-TV news anchor (with Roger Grimsby) teamed up with Stephanie Edwards from Los Angeles, for the show that would last ten months. ABC then introduced David Hartman in “Good Morning America”, which has given NBCʹs “Today” show a solid run for the money for 20 years. Charles Gibson and Joan Lunden now host.
In 1975, Another World expanded to an hour full-time, the first daytime soap opera to broadcast 60-minute episodes five days a week. On May 3, 1974, the show aired a one hour special featuring Steve and Alice's wedding. It performed well in the ratings leading to NBC's decision to expand the show to an hour daily. In that day's episode, Liz (Irene Dailey) told Alice (Jacqueline Courtney) it was all over between her and Mac thanks to Rachel. Iris (Beverlee McKinsey) promised Mac (Douglass Watson) to do everything she could to make Rachel feel comfortable. Rachel (Victoria Wyndham) agreed to let Mac handle Jamie's visits with Steve. Robert (Nicolas Coster) and Lenore (Susan Sullivan) spied on them from across the restaurant as Mac told Rachel that after many lonely years he had found in her something to look forward to.
In 1975, On Broadway, the musical “The Wiz” premiered and received enthusiastic reviews; the show, a black version of “The Wizard of Oz,” ran for 1,672 performances at the Majestic Theatre and featured the memorable song, “Ease on Down the Road.”
In 1975, “Blank Check” began airing on NBC and lasted 26 weeks. It was promoted as “televisionʹs first ESP game”. Art James was the host.
In 1975, “Wheel Of Fortune”, TV Game Show, debut on NBC. The original host was Chuck Woolery and the letter turner was Susan Stafford.
In 1975, HOT NEW ALBUM “DARK HORSE” from GEORGE HARRISON
In 1976, C. W. McCall was at #1 on the US Country album chart with Black Bear Road. It is largely considered the album which gave him the most significant boost of his career, almost entirely due to the hit novelty song, "Convoy". The song itself was largely responsible for starting a nationwide citizens' band radio craze. The song "Black Bear Road" in turn popularized the now-infamous road itself, along with its "You don't HAVE to be crazy to drive this road - but it helps" sign.
In 1976, “Frampton Comes Alive” album by Peter Frampton was released
In 1976, WTCG-TV owner Ted Turner purchases 100% of the Braves at the bargain price of $12 million to provide sports programming for his local channel 17. The FCC will grant a permit to the station in December, later rechristened WTBS, to use a satellite to broadcast shows on cable networks, making the franchise available to millions of subscribers nationwide, with Atlanta becoming known as Americaʹs Team.
In 1977, Under pressure from striking employees at the companyʹs pressing and distribution center, EMI Records announced they had dropped the group only weeks after singing them for 40,000 pounds and releasing only one single. No reason is given, but an EMI office memo alludes to the groupʹs “disgraceful…aggressive behavior” and EMIʹs responsibility to “encourage restraint.” So EMI fired off some Pistols, huh.
In 1977, AT THE MOVIES “A STAR IS BORN” (Barbra Streisand, Kris Kristofferson), “THE PINK PANTHER STRIKES AGAIN” (Peter Sellers), “NICKELODEON” (Ryan OʹNeal and Burt Reynolds)
In 1979, On the cover of TV Guide: “All in the Family: Carroll OʹConnor and Jean Stapleton”. Other articles: Marilu Henner
In 1979, R.C., “Instant Replay” by Dan Hartman peaked at #29 on the pop singles chart.
In 1979, R.C., “Mary Jane” by Rick James peaked at #41 on the pop singles chart.
In 1979, R.C., “My Life” by Billy Joel peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1979, R.C., “Too Much Heaven” by Bee Gees peaked at number one on the pop singles chart for two weeks while “Le Freak” by Chic dropped to the number two slot for two weeks.
In 1979, R.C., “YMCA” by the Village People peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1979, R.C., “You Really Got A Hold On Me” by Eddie Money peaked at #72 on the pop singles chart.
In 1979, AMERICAN BANDSTAND Guests: VILLAGE PEOPLE (“YMCA”)
In 1970, "The Adventures of Gerard" was released by United Artists; Jerzy Skolimowski (director/screenplay); Arthur Conan Doyle, H.A.L. Craig, Gene Gutowski, Charles Wood (screenplay); Peter McEnery, Claudia Cardinale, Eli Wallach, Jack Hawkins, Mark Burns, Norman Rossington, John Neville, Paolo Stoppa, Ivan Desny, Leopoldo Trieste, Solvi Stubing
In 1975, "Slade in Flame" was released by Goodtimes Enterprises; Richard Loncraine (director); Andrew Birkin, Dave Humphries (screenplay); Noddy Holder, Dave Hill, Don Powell, Jim Lea, Tom Conti, Alan Lake, Johnny Shannon, Kenneth Colley, Anthony Allen, Sara Clee
In 1978, "Coma" was released by United Artists; Michael Crichton (director/screenplay); Geneviève Bujold, Michael Douglas, Elizabeth Ashley, Rip Torn, Richard Widmark, Lois Chiles, Hari Rhodes, Richard Doyle, Lance LeGault, Tom Selleck, Joanna Kerns, Ed Harris, Philip Baker Hall; Mystery, Thriller; Live Action
In 1978, "September 30, 1955" was released by Universal Pictures; James Bridges (director/screenplay); Richard Thomas, Susan Tyrrell, Collin Wilcox, Lisa Blount, Tom Hulce, Dennis Quaid, Dennis Christopher, Deborah Benson, Mary Kai Clark, Ben Fuhrman; Drama; Live Action
In 1973, “Been To Canaan” by Carole King peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Funny Face” by Donna Fargo peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “I Will Be In Love With You” by Livingston Taylor peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “I'm Sorry” by Joey Heatherton peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Instant Replay” by Dan Hartman peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Mary Jane” by Rick James peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “My Life” by Billy Joel peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Sharing The Night Together” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Too Much Heaven” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Woman To Woman” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “You Can Do Magic” by Limmie and The Family Cookin' peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “You're A Lady” by Peter Skellern peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “You're A Lady” by Tony Orlando and Dawn peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “You're So Vain” by Carly Simon peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “You've Really Got A Hold On Me” by Eddie Money peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, 🎄 “Please Come Home For Christmas” by The Eagles peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, ✪✪ “The Red Back Spider” by Brownsville Station peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Getting A Drag” by Lynsey De Paul peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “I'm On My Way To A Better Place” by Chairmen Of The Board peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Lay All Your Love On Me” by Racey peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Nights In White Satin” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Promises” by Buzzcocks peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Shooting Star” by Dollar peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Solid Gold Easy Action” by T. Rex peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Take Four (EP)” by Mike Oldfield peaked at number 72 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “The Last Farewell” by Ship's Company and Royal Marine Band Of H.M.S. Ark Royal peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Tommy Gun” by The Clash peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Touch Of Velvet / A Sting Of Brass” by Ron Grainer Orchestra peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, ✪✪ “Y.M.C.A.” by Village People peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Rainbow On The River/We'll Meet Again” by Jamie Redfern peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1973, “The Happiest Girl In The Whole U.S.A.” by Donna Fargo peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Clap Your Hands and Stamp Your Feet” by Bonnie St. Claire and Unit Gloria peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Eve and The Apple” by Shocking Blue peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “In de haven klinkt een lied” by Zangeres Zonder Naam peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Jij bent veel te mooi!” by Danny Cardo peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Slavenkoor (zwarte slaven)” by Zangeres Zonder Naam peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Still Believe” by Herman Brood and His Wild Romance peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Too Much Heaven” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Who Pays The Ferryman?” by Yannis Markopoulos peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)” by Sylvester peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “MacArthur Park” by Donna Summer peaked at number 16 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1979, “You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)” by Sylvester peaked at number 14 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
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