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In 1970, Doctor Robert Moog unveiled his new invention: a miniature synthesizer known as the mini-moog. Fearing it would make its members obsolete, the American Federation of Musiciansʹ union considered a ban on the instrument
In 1970, R.C., “2001 A Space Odyssey” by Berlin Philharmonic peaked at #90 on the pop singles chart.
In 1970, R.C., “Johnny B. Goode” by Johnny Winter peaked at #92 on the pop singles chart.
In 1974, JACK BENNY TV SPECIAL Musical Guests: The DeFRANCO FAMILY (“HEARTBEAT ITʹS A LOVEBEAT”, “ABRACADABRA”). The show, titled “JACK BENNYʹS 2ND FAREWELL SPECIAL” turned out to be the comedy legendʹs final TV program. (He fell ill with cancer that fall and died in December.)
In 1975, In the mid 1970s, producer Norman Lear was breaking television taboos at a rate of a few a week. With ABCʹs “Hot L Baltimore,” based on the hit Off-Broadway play about a crumbling hotel and its nutty residents, Lear goes one step racier. James “Babe” Cromwell, Richard Masur (later One Day at a Time) and Conchata Ferrell star. It was Cold L Ratings and was gone by summer.
In 1975, Comedian Larry Fine, of “Three Stooges” fame, died in Los Angeles at age 72.
In 1976, George Foreman knocked out Ron Lyle in the fifth round of one of the greatest slugfests in boxing history.
In 1976, On Ryan's Hope, Faith (Faith Catlin) hurt herself while trying to escape from Kenneth (Ty McConnell).
In 1976, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of M*A*S*H: Alan Alda, Mike Farrell, Harry Morgan”. Other Articles: Honeymooners, Louis Armstrong
In 1976, R.C., “I Love Music (part 1)” by OʹJays peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.
In 1976, R.C., “Rock And Roll All Nite (Live)” by Kiss peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.
In 1976, TVʹS “SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE” Hosts: PETER COOK and DUDLEY MOORE; Musical Guest: NEIL SEDAKA (“BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO”, “LONELY NIGHT”)
In 1978, “Little Criminals” album by Randy Newman was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1978, A nuclear-powered Soviet satellite, Kosmos 954, plunged through Earthʹs atmosphere and disintegrated, scattering radioactive debris over parts of northern Canada.
In 1978, Singer/songwriterr Randy Newman receives a gold record for his hit “Short People”, which made it to number two on the chart. Newman had angered many short people with the song, especially the line that stated, “short people got no reason to live.” Newman claimed it was a subtle poke at prejudice.
In 1979, The Clash released their first single in America, “I Fought the Law,” which was written by Sonny Curtis of Buddy Hollyʹs backup band, the Crickets. It was released on Epic Records. Though it gets lots of play on the college stations and in the new wave dance rock clubs, it will not be a hit on the pop chart.
In 1971, "The Music Lovers" was released by United Artists / Russ-Arts / Russ Films; Ken Russell (director); Melvyn Bragg (screenplay); Richard Chamberlain, Glenda Jackson, Max Adrian, Christopher Gable, Kenneth Colley, Maureen Pryor, Andrew Faulds, Bruce Robinson, Ben Aris, Georgina Parkinson, Graham Armitage, Izabella Telezynska, Sabina Maydelle, Xavier Russell, Dennis Myers, John Myers, Joanne Brown, Alexei Jawdokimov, Alexander Russell, Clive Cazes, Alan Dubreuil, Ernest Bale, Consuela Chapman, James Russell, Victoria Russell, Alex Brewer; Drama; Live Action
In 1970, “Cupid” by Johnny Nash peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Easy As Pie” by Billy 'Crash' Craddock peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Fly Away” by John Denver peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “I Don't Want To Leave You” by Debbie Taylor peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “I Love Music” by The O'Jays peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Johnny B. Goode” by Johnny Winter peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Let A Man Come In and Do The Popcorn (Part II)” by James Brown peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “One Fine Day” by Julie peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Rock and Roll All Nite (live)” by KISS peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “She Belongs To Me” by Ricky Nelson peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “She” by Tommy James and The Shondells peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “That's Why I Love You” by Andrew Gold peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “The Gangs Back Again” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Theme From 'Mahogany' (Do You Know Where You're Going To?)” by Diana Ross peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Theme Music From '2001 (A Space Odyssey)'” by Berlin Philharmonic peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Tonight's The Night” by S.S.O. peaked at number 99 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Walk Away From Love” by David Ruffin peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “We're On The Right Track” by The South Shore Commission peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “When Julie Comes Around” by Cuff Links peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Winners and Losers” by Hamilton, Joe Frank and Reynolds peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Wonderful World, Beautiful People” by Jimmy Cliff peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Yesterday's Hero” by John Paul Young peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Can't Take My Eyes Off You” by Nancy Wilson peaked at number 65 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Don't Cry Joni” by Conway Twitty peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Everybody Is A Star” by Sly and The Family Stone peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Fly Away” by John Denver peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “For A Dancer” by Prelude peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Fox On The Run” by The Sweet peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Get Out Of The Kitchen” by Shawne Jackson peaked at number 62 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Groovin' (Out On Life)” by The Newbeats peaked at number 52 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Growin' Up” by Dan Hill peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “I Love You” by Otis Leavill peaked at number 67 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “I Need You, You Need Me” by Joe Simon peaked at number 98 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “I Started Loving You Again” by Al Martino peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “I Write The Songs” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “I'm Gonna Love You” by Intrigues peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “La La La (If I Had You)” by Bobby Sherman peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Let's Do It Again” by The Staple Singers peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Let's Live Together” by The Road Apples peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “One Tin Soldier” by Original Caste peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Play On Love” by Jefferson Starship peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Together” by The Illusion peaked at number 47 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Voodoo Woman” by Simon Stokes and The Nighthawks peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Walkin' In The Rain” by Jay and The Americans peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Winners and Losers” by Hamilton, Joe Frank and Reynolds peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, ⏺ “Jingle Jangle” by The Archies peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, ⏺🤣 “Alice's Rock and Roll Restaurant” by Arlo Guthrie peaked at number 64 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, ⏺🤣 “Convoy” by C.W. McCall peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, ⏺🤣 “I Love Candy” by Marshmallow Soup Group peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Comin' Home” by Delaney and Bonnie and Friends featuring Eric Clapton peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Drive Safely Darlin'” by Tony Christie peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “God's Gonna Punish You” by The Tymes peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Good Old Rock and Roll” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “King Of The Cops” by Billy Howard peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Let The Music Play” by Barry White peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Midnight Rider” by Paul Davidson peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Reflections Of My Life” by Marmalade peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “She Sold Me Magic” by Lou Christie peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “The Old Rugged Cross” by Ethna Campbell peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, ✪✪ “(Are You Ready) Do The Bus Stop” by The Fatback Band peaked at number 18 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Jump In My Car / I'm On Fire” by Ted Mulry Gang peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Lyin' Eyes / Too Many Hands” by The Eagles peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Money Honey / Mary Anne” by Bay City Rollers peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Never Been A Horse That Couldn't Be Rode / I Am A Sunbird” by Markeeta Little Wolf peaked at number 98 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head” by Johnny Farnham peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Western Union Man” by Max Merritt and The Meteors peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Yester-Me, Yester-You, Yesterday” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1970, “You're Everything” by Don Lane peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, ✪✪ “Theme From 'The Rockford Files' / Dixie Lullabye” by Mike Post peaked at number 90 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Down On The Corner” by Creedence Clearwater Revival peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Fallen Angel” by Rogue peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Girls, Girls, Girls” by Sailor peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “How High The Moon” by Gloria Gaynor peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Let The Music Play” by Barry White peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Mijn stil verdriet” by Corry and De Rekels peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Patrick, mon chéri” by Kiki and Pearly peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “She Sold Me Magic” by Lou Christie peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Sing A Song” by Earth, Wind and Fire peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Tonight Today” by Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Whole Lotta Love” by Led Zeppelin peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Winter World Of Love” by Engelbert Humperdinck peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Without Love (There Is Nothing)” by Tom Jones peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “You Set My Heart On Fire” by Tina Charles peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, ⏺ “Jingle Jangle” by The Archies peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “I'm On Fire” by 5000 Volts peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Ramaya” by Afric Simone peaked at number 5 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Roll Over Lay Down (live)” by Status Quo peaked at number 20 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Lady Bump” by Penny McLean peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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