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In 1971, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Will the Real Jan Brady Please Stand Up?”, Jan buys herself a brunette wig so sheʹll be noticed; Jan believes that she is lost in the middle as the second of three blonde daughters. The first time she wears the wig, her brothers laugh at her.
In 1971, “This Is Tom Jones”, TV Variety; last aired on ABC. This is your cancelation notice.
In 1972, Heavyweight Joe Frazier KOs Terry Daniels in the fourth round at New Orleans to retain the world heavyweight title.
In 1972, R.C., “American Pie — Parts I and II” by Don McLean peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, R.C., “Once You Understand” by Think peaked at #23 on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, R.C., “Sunshine” by Jonathan Edwards peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Emergency!” began airing on NBC
In 1972, “The Sixth Sense”, TV General Drama; debut on ABC.
In 1973, (January 14 Hawaii time because of the time difference) Elvis Presleyʹs “Aloha From Hawaii” concert was broadcast via satellite from Honolulu to Asia. A taped version was seen in the U.S. and Europe. With an audience of over one billion, it was the largest audience ever for any TV show.
In 1973, Gene Shalit joined the Today Show panel.
In 1973, President Richard M. Nixon announced the suspension of all U.S. offensive action in North Vietnam, citing progress in peace negotiations.
In 1973, The Rolling Stones announce theyʹll put on a benefit concert for the people of Managua, Nicaragua, which had been devestated by an earthquake back on December 23. Nicaragua is the home of Jaggerʹs wife, Bianca.
In 1974, Brownsville Station, described by leader Cub Koda as “Chuck Berry 1973 filtered through three madmen,” earned a gold record certified by the RIAA for their only hit “Smokin' in the Boysʹ Room.”
In 1974, The “Space Mountain” ride opens in the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World.
In 1974, This day began a new era on ABC-TV as the show that would really help reshape the network in the next five years debut. “Happy Days”, the TV Comedy inspired by the movie “American Graffitti” and about life in the 1950s and introduced us to The Fonz, began an 11 year run on ABC-TV. You can find Fonzieʹs leather jacket from that first show in the Smithsonian Institution. The theme song for the showʹs first two seasons was the first number one rockʹn roll hit, “Rock Around The Clock”. Soon after, more “American Graffitti” actors found TV series within the next seven years. Can you name them all?
In 1975, Space Mountain opens (Disneyland).
In 1976, The remake of “King Kong” went into production.
In 1977, David Bowie released LP “Low” which became his eighth to hit the United Kingdom top three in four years.
In 1977, HOT NEW MOVIE “THE ENFORCER” (Clint Eastwood)
In 1977, In his fourth appearance on “Saturday Night Live,” Andy Kaufman (as Elvis) performs “Treat Me Nice” and “Blue Suede Shoes.”
In 1977, On the cover of TV Guide: “Jimmy Carter Inauguration”. Other Articles: Charlieʹs Angels, David Spielberg
In 1977, R.C., “Donʹt Give Up On Us Baby” by David Soul peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “Drivin' Wheel” by Foghat peaked at #34 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “You Make Me Feel Like Dancing” by Leo Sayer peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, The Coneheads debut on “Satruday Night Live”. DAN AYKROYD and JANE CURTIN portray coneheaded aliens for the first time on “SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE”, on a night when Consumer Activist RALPH NADER is hosting. Sixteen years later, the oddball characters will jump to the big screen, for a “CONEHEADS” movie (The nightʹs musical guest was GEORGE BENSON singing “THIS MASQUERADE”)
In 1977, The number one selling album: “HOTEL CALIFORNIA” from the EAGLES also includes “LIFE IN THE FAST LANE” and “NEW KID IN TOWN”
In 1979, TV Guide Listing: 9:30 p.m./ET “WKRP in Cincinnat” (CBS); Return: In a series of flashbacks, Andy and Carlson (Gary Sandy, Gordon Jump) update WKRPʹs owner Mrs. Carlson (Carol Bruce) on recent station happenings. Johnny Fever: Howard Hesseman. Jennifer: Loni Anderson. Les: Richard Sanders.
In 1972, “American Pie” by Don McLean peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Bless The Beasts And The Children” by The Carpenters peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Drivin' Wheel” by Foghat peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Everybody Knows About My Good Thing” by Little Johnny Taylor peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Hey Girl” by Donny Osmond peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing (In Perfect Harmony)” by Hillside Singers peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing (In Perfect Harmony)” by The New Seekers peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Looking For A Love” by The J. Geils Band peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Me And Bobby McGee” by Jerry Lee Lewis peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “My Boy” by Richard Harris peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Sour Suite” by The Guess Who peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Sunshine” by Jonathan Edwards peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “White Lies, Blue Eyes” by Bullet peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “You Make Me Feel Like Dancing” by Leo Sayer peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “You Make Your Own Heaven And Hell Right Here” by Undisputed Truth peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “(She's Just A) Fallen Angel” by Starz peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “An American Trilogy” by Mickey Newbury peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Can't Let A Woman” by Ambrosia peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Cherish” by David Cassidy peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Devil Song” by Aarons And Ackley peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Do What You Want, Be What You Are” by Daryl Hall And John Oates peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Flight '76” by Walter Murphy peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “George Jackson” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Goin' Down” by Black And Ward peaked at number 99 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Happier” by Paul Anka peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Hey Girl” by Donny Osmond peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I Can Smell That Funky Music” by Eric Mercury peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “I Kinda Miss You” by The Manhattans peaked at number 45 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Keep Me Cryin'” by Al Green peaked at number 94 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Keep On Movin'” by Aaron Space peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Midnight Love Affair” by Carol Douglas peaked at number 93 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “One Day I Walk” by Bruce Cockburn peaked at number 64 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Prisoner (Captured By Your Eyes)” by L.A. Jets peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Slow Dancing” by Funky Kings peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Theme From 'Summer Of '42'” by Peter Nero And His Orchestra peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “To Claudia On Thursday” by Doherty And Haskell peaked at number 84 on the Canada 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 Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I Don't Know How To Love Him” by Petula Clark peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Keep It Comin' Love” by K.C. And The Sunshine Band peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Mother Of Mine” by Neil Reid peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “The Things We Do For Love” by 10cc peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “You” by Randy Edelman peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Aria / The Fool On The Hill” by Mr. Acker Bilk peaked at number 51 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Freedom Come, Freedom Go” by The Fortunes peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “It's A Long Way There / Meanwhile” by Little River Band peaked at number 35 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Rock Me Gently / You've Got The Gun (1976 Version)” by The Sherbs (as Sherbet) peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Rock'n Me / Mercury Blues” by Steve Miller Band peaked at number 30 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Theme From 'Picnic At Hanging Rock' / Theme From 'Picnic At Hanging Rock' (Part 2)” by The Nolan-Buddle Quartet peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Family Affair” by Sly And The Family Stone peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “George Jackson” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “He'll Have To Go” by Ry Cooder peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Het whiskylied” by De Paniekzaaiers peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Keep On Running” by The Spencer Davis Group peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Laat me alleen” by Rita Hovink peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “No Matter How I Try” by Gilbert O'Sullivan peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Under The Moon Of Love” by Showaddywaddy peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Vrede” by Ben Cramer peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Kleine Schwalbe (Für die Heimkehr ist es nie zu spät)” by Mireille Mathieu peaked at number 21 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Lost Angels” by The Sweet peaked at number 11 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Money, Money, Money” by ABBA peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Paß gut auf dich auf, mein Kind” by Peter Alexander peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Rock'n Me” by Steve Miller Band peaked at number 25 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Und es war Sommer” by Peter Maffay peaked at number 18 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1977, “I'll Meet You At Midnight” by Smokie peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1977, “If You Leave Me Now” by Chicago peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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