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In 1971, Andy Griffith becomes mayor of his old hometown in CBSʹs “The New Andy Griffith Show.” Only five months later, Nielsen viewers vote him out of office.
In 1971, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Where Thereʹs Smoke”, Gregʹs sisters catch him smoking and Marcia tells their parents, Greg admits to his folks that he was smoking and says he wonʹt do it again. But the following day, a pack of cigarettes falls out of his pocket.
In 1972, On the cover of TV Guide: “Flip Wilson”. Other Articles: McMillan and Wife, Jules and Jim
In 1972, R.C., “Love Potion Number Nine” by Coasters peaked at #76 on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, The J. Geils Band makes their debut on “American Bandstand” performing “Looking For A Love”.
In 1972, “Getting Together”, TV Comedy, couldnʹt connect witht the audience and last aired on ABC.
In 1973, ABC lures Jack Paar back to television to host “Jack Paar Tonite” under its “Wide World of Entertainment” late night banner. Paarʹs program will alternate with a program hosted by Dick Cavett, ABCʹs “In Concert,” and various movies and comedy specials. But his show is dropped from the mix in November.
In 1973, Yoko Ono releases “Approximately Infinite University” as a two record set because say says, “I figured if George Harrison can put out a triple album, then I can put out a double album.” Although the disc doesnʹt do especailly well, itʹs generally better accepted than her earlier avant-garde work.
In 1973, “Youʹre So Vain” single by Carly Simon was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1974, “Temperatures Rising”, TV Comedy, sank so bad that it had its last airing on ABC.
In 1974, “The Early Beatles” album by The Beatles was certified Gold by the RIAA nine years after its release and nearly four years since the groupʹs disbanding.
In 1975, Three Led Zeppelin concerts and Madison Square Garden sell out it a record four hours. The Garden box-office has to call other ticket outlets to help handle the extraordinary demand (60,000 tickets).
In 1976, “Medical Story”, TV Medical Drama; last aired on NBC.
In 1977, R.C., “Free Bird (Live)” by Lynard Skynard peaked at #38 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “Livin' Thing” by ELO peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “Man Smart, Woman Smarter” by Robert Palmer peaked at #63 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “This Song” by George Harrison peaked at #25 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “You Donʹt Have To Be A Star (To Be In My Show)” by Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1978, Harvey Milk became the first openly gay elected official in California when he was sworn in to San Franciscoʹs Board of Supervisors.
In 1978, HOT NEW ALBUM “RUNNING ON EMPTY” from JACKSON BROWNE, also includes “STAY”
In 1979, Canadian rock band Rush is named the countryʹs official “Ambassadors of Music” by the Canadian government.
In 1979, “Password Plus”, TV Game Show, returned on NBC with host Allen Ludden. Also debuting is a short-lived game show “All Star Secrets” with host Bob Eubanks (on his birthday!)
In 1971, "The Ski Bum" was released by Embassy Pictures; Bruce D. Clark (director/screenplay); Marc Siegler (screenplay); Zalman King, Charlotte Rampling, Joseph Mell, Dimitra Arliss, Pierre Jalbert, Anna Karen Morrow, Paul Jabara, Michael Lerner, Noah Keen, Penelope Spheeris, Tedd King, Dwight Marfield, Freddie James, Lori Shelle, Don Campbell, David Chow, Deborah Smaller; Drama; Live Action
In 1977, ✪ “This Song” by George Harrison peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “(She's Just A) Fallen Angel” by Starz peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “9,999,999 Tears” by Dickey Lee peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “After All This Time” by Merry Clayton peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Caledonia” by Robin Trower peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Carolyn” by Merle Haggard peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Feelings” by Walter Jackson peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “George Jackson” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Get Up And Get Down” by The Dramatics peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “I Never Cry” by Alice Cooper peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Keep Me Cryin'” by Al Green peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Keep On Keeping On” by Nolan Porter peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Livin' Thing” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Love Bug” by Bumble Bee Unlimited peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Man Smart, Woman Smarter” by Robert Palmer peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “No Sad Songs” by Helen Reddy peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “One Monkey Don't Stop No Show” by Honey Cone peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Scorpio” by Dennis Coffey And The Detroit Guitar Band peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Shake Your Rump To The Funk” by The Bar-Kays peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Slow Dancing” by Funky Kings peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “So Many People” by Chase peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Stand Tall” by Burton Cummings peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Take It Slow (Out In The Country)” by Lighthouse peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “The Road We Didn't Take” by Freda Payne peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “White Bird” by David LaFlamme peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Yesterday's Hero” by Bay City Rollers peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “You Don't Have To Be A Star (To Be In My Show)” by Marilyn McCoo And Billy Davis, Jr. peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “All I Ever Need Is You” by Sonny And Cher peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Brand New Key” by Melanie peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Can I Get A Witness?” by Lee Michaels peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Do I Love You” by Paul Anka peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Don't Take The Music Away” by Tavares peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Freebird” by Lynyrd Skynyrd peaked at number 47 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Friends With You” by John Denver peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Have You Seen Her” by The Chi-Lites peaked at number 47 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I Turn To YOu” by Spring peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Let It Be” by Joan Baez peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Life In The Bloodstream / Sour Suite” by The Guess Who peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Livin' Thing” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Love Me” by Yvonne Elliman peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Make It Up To Me In Love” by Paul Anka With Odia Coates peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Muskrat Love” by The Captain And Tennille peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Nothing To Hide” by Tommy James And The Shondells peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Pretty As You Feel” by Jefferson Airplane peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Respect Yourself” by The Staple Singers peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Treat Me Like A Good Piece Of Candy” by Dusk peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Where Did Our Love Go?” by Donnie Elbert peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Whiskey Fire” by Magic Bubble peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “White Lies, Blue Eyes” by Bullet peaked at number 65 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Grandma's Party” by Paul Nicholas peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Here's To Love” by John Christie peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing (In Perfect Harmony)” by The New Seekers peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “It Must Be Love” by Labi Siffre peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Kara Kara” by New World peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Living Next Door To Alice” by Smokie peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Portsmouth” by Mike Oldfield peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Sleepy Shores” by Johnny Pearson Orchestra peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Softly Whispering I Love You” by The [English] Congregation peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Soley Soley” by Middle Of The Road peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Free The People” by The Sherbs (as Sherbet) peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Gypsies, Tramps And Thieves” by Cher peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “I Like Dancing / Hot Feet” by Redhouse peaked at number 40 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Roxanne / Hey Mama” by Rockwell T. James peaked at number 39 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Running, Jumping, Standing Still / Cloudy Day” by Russell Morris peaked at number 95 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “The Killing Of Georgie (Parts I And II) / Pretty Flamingo” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 38 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “When A Child is Born / Every Time You Touch Me (I Get High)” by Johnny Mathis peaked at number 79 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Bombay” by Golden Earring peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Coz I Luv You” by Slade peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Leo” by Ria Valk peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Lovin' And Hurtin'” by JoJo (George Kooymans) peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Mooi Griekenland” by Vader Abraham peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Rock And Roll Star” by Champagne peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Sandokan” by Oliver Onions peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Somebody To Love” by Queen peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Tightrope Ride” by The Doors peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “In Zaire” by Johnny Wakelin peaked at number 8 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Slow Down” by Shabby Tiger peaked at number 19 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1977, “The Best Disco In Town” by The Ritchie Family peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Beautiful Noise” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Cindy” by Peter, Sue And Marc peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Jeans On” by David Dundas peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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