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In 1970, Life magazine presents Johnny Carson as “The Lonesome Hero of Middle America.”
In 1970, On The Doctors, when Julie Forrest (Ginger Gerlach) helped nurse Amanda Buckley (Esther Benson) break into a lock box at the hospital, they found a coded list of illegal abortions.
In 1970, “The Good Guys”, TV Comedy; last aired on CBS.
In 1971, On the cover of TV Guide: “Flip Wilson”. Other Articles: Dark Shadows, Lassie
In 1971, R.C., “Knock Three Times” by Dawn peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1971, R.C., “Stop The War Now” by Edwin Starr peaked at #26 on the pop singles chart.
In 1971, R.C., “Your Song” by Elton John peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, “DAY AFTER DAY” Before BADFINGER signed on with APPLE Records, they had been known as the IVEYS. And while the band was enjoying the success of their own single, a song written by their lead singer PETE HAM and bass player TOM EVANS “WITHOUT YOU” was climbing the charts for NILSSON
In 1973, George Foreman took the heavyweight boxing title away from Smokin' Joe Frazier in Kingston, Jamaica.
In 1973, President Richard Nixon announced an accord had been reached to end the Vietnam War, and would be formally signed four days later in Paris.
In 1973, U.S. President Richard Nixon announced that U.S. troops would cease fighting in Vietnam at midnight January 27.
In 1974, Mike Oldfieldʹs “Tubular Bells” opened the credits of the movie, “The Exorcist”, based on the book by William Peter Blatty. The song received a gold record this day. Mr. Oldfield was a bit surprised when he cracked open the wooden frame and removed the gold-plated disk. When he put it on his stereo, the record went around the OTHER way all by itself and the only sound he heard was that of Linda Blair throwing up pea soup. Yeeeech! We heard that the flip side was “Sympathy for the Devil” by the Rolling Stones, but weʹre not sure. We were too scared to find out.
In 1975, Hal Linden is kindly “Barney Miller,” captain of the wild 12th Precinct on ABC. Also on the police payroll: Abe Vigoda as Fish, Max Gail as Wojo, Gregory Sierra as Chano, Jack Soo as Yemana, Ron Glass as Harris, Ron Carey as Levitt, Steve Landesberg as Dietrich and James Gregory as Inspector Luger. The talented cast made the show a hit for eight seasons (it is still in syndication). There are 170 episodes in the series; making it one of televisionʹs most durable comedies.
In 1976, C.W. McCall performed his novelty hit “Convoy” on NBC-TVʹs Midnight Special.
In 1976, C.W. McCall was at #1 on the Country chart with the 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, On Ryan's Hope, Kenneth (Ty McConnell) showed Faith (Faith Catlin) the room that he had dedicated to her and she realized that he was her secret admirer.
In 1976, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Appearing: NATALIE COLE (“THIS WILL BE”), C.W. McCALL (“CONVOY”); PETULA CLARK, URIAH HEEP
In 1976, “Donny and Marie” [Osmond] musical variety show premiered on ABC-TV. ABC offered more white teeth than previously allowed by FCC regulations with this sketch-filled hour of music and comedy starring the Osmond siblings and assorted other relatives. Marie Osmondʹs excessive cuteness gave One Day at a Timeʹs Valerie Bertinelli over on CBS a run for the money!
In 1976, “Face The Music” album by Electric Light Orchestra was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1977, Carole Kingʹs landmark album, “Tapestry”, became the longest-running album ever to hit the charts, as it reached its 302nd week on the album lists. Pink Floydʹs “Dark Side of the Moon” surpassed it in 1980.
In 1977, Pink Floydʹs “Animals” LP was released.
In 1977, The TV mini-series “Roots,” based on the Alex Haley novel, began airing on ABC and became the most watched TV program in history.
In 1977, “The Brady Bunch Variety Hour”, TV Variety, debut on ABC. Not only did it premiere one year and a week to the anniversary “Donny and Marie” did, it was virtually cloned after it!
In 1978, Born on this day in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, was Josh Thompson who scored a 2009 hit with "Beer On The Table," from his debut album Way Out Here.
In 1978, Filming began for the five-episode pilot for the “Dallas” series.
In 1978, On One Life to Live, Marco Dane (Gerald Anthony) told Dorian Lord (Claire Malis) he needed to throw Karen. Dorian didn't want Karen around when her sister, Melinda, arrived the next day. "You know what they say," Dorian told him during a game of gin rummy. "Happiness is fine, but it can't buy money."
In 1979, “Flying High”, TV General Drama; last aired on CBS. The ratings flew too low and was grounded. The title of the show sounds like pilots who smoked their bongs too much.
In 1977, "Roots" was released by ABC / Warner Bros. Television / Wolper Productions; Marvin J. Chomsky, John Erman, David Greene, Gilbert Moses (directors); Alex Haley, James Lee (screenplay); John Amos, Ben Vereen, LeVar Burton, Louis Gossett Jr., Leslie Uggams, Georg Stanford Brown, Olivia Cole, Vic Morrow, Ji-Tu Cumbuka, Edward Asner, Lynda Day George, Robert Reed, Madge Sinclair, Chuck Connors, Sandy Duncan, Carolyn Jones, Lloyd Bridges, Brad Davis, Lane Bickley, Hilly Hicks, Lynne Moody, Austin Stoker, Ralph Waite, Cicely Tyson, Thalmus Rasulala, Moses Gunn, Hari Rhodes, Ren Woods, Ernest Lee Thomas, Lorne Greene, Scatman Crothers, George Hamilton, Lillian Randolph, Roxie Roker, Richard Roundtree, Thayer David, Tanya Boyd, John Quade, Maya Angelou, O.J. Simpson, Beverly Todd, Paul Shenar, Gary Collins, Richard Farnsworth, Raymond St. Jacques, Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs, John Schuck, Macdonald Carey, Ian McShane, Doug McClure, Burl Ives, Richard McKenzie, Sally Kemp, William C. Watson, Charles Cyphers, Macon McCalman, Brion James, Tracey Gold, Todd Bridges, Ross Chapman, Grand L. Bush; Drama; Live Action
In 1971, “Church Street Soul Revival” by Tommy James And The Shondells peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Fly Little White Dove, Fly” by The Bells peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Games” by Redeye peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Dig Everything About You” by Mob peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “It's Impossible” by Perry Como peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Knock Three Times” by Tony Orlando And Dawn peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Most Of All” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Shoes” by Brook Benton peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Solution For Pollution” by Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Stoney End” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Stop The War Now” by Edwin Starr peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Your Song” by Elton John peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “For The Good Times” by Ray Price peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Hello Melinda Goodbye” by The Five Man Electrical Band peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Think It's Gonna Rain” by Tom Northcott peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Immigrant Song” by Led Zeppelin peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Knock Three Times” by Tony Orlando And Dawn peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Mr. Guder” by The Carpenters peaked at number 78 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “My Home Town” by Seeds Of Time peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “The Green Grass Starts To Grow” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Apoache Dropout” by Edgar Broughton Band peaked at number 49 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I'll Be There” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Ride A White Swan” by T. Rex peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “The Man From Nazareth” by John Paul Jones peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “You Don't Have To Say You Love Me” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “My Sweet Lord / Isn't It A Pity” by George Harrison peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Peace Planet” by Ekseption peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “She's Coming Back” by Alfie Khan peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Wang Dang Doodle” by Livin' Blues peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “When I'm Dead And Gone” by McGuinness Flint peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “My Sweet Lord” by George Harrison peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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