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In 1970, The movie rating system was modified. the “M” rating was replaced by the “PG” rating, suggesting parental guidance although admitting all ages. “R” then limited admission to those at least seventeen, rather than sixteen years old, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. An “X” rating for a film meant that only those at least 17 or 18 of age could see them, period.
In 1970, The Pittsburgh Steelers select Louisiana Tech quarterback Terry Bradshaw with first pick of the NFL Draft.
In 1971, David Bowie arrives for his first visit to the U.S. He does not perform, but receives much publicity for wearing dresses in Texas and Louisiana.
In 1971, Jonathan Frid made his final appearance as Barnabas Collins on the ABC daytime soap opera Dark Shadows. The episode was also the last time viewers saw Elizabeth Collins Stoddard, Flora Collins, Julia Hoffman, Timothy Eliot Stokes, Angelique, Leticia Faye, Desmond Collins and Lamar Trask in the original series. ABC cancelled the soap soon after and a revival of the game show Password replaced it in April.
In 1973, AMERICAN BANDSTAND Itʹs a rare appearance of any kind for STEELY DAN, and their first on network TV, as they feature appropriately enough their song “DO IT AGAIN.”
In 1973, R.C., “Blockbuster” by The Sweet peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart and stayed there for five weeks.
In 1973, R.C., “I Wanna Be With You” by Raspberries peaked at #16 on the pop singles chart.
In 1973, R.C., “Superstition” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1973, R.C., “Your Mama Donʹt Dance” by Loggins and Messina peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1974, “The New Perry Mason”, TV Crime Drama; last aired on CBS.
In 1974, “The Superstars”, TV Sports, debut on ABC.
In 1975, TVʹS SMOTHERS BROTHERS SHOW Musical Guest: OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN (“HAVE YOU NEVER BEEN MELLOW”)
In 1976, “Laverne and Shirley,” a spin-off of ABC megahit “Happy Days”, makes it debut with Penny Marshall and Cindy Williams as the Lucy and Ethel of their generation. Michael McKean, David L. Lander, Eddie Mekka and Phil Foster also star. It was a runaway hit. Cindy Williams co-starred with Ron Howard in the movie “American Graffiti” in 1973, and she was the third star from that movie to get a TV series. In response to the showʹs venomous critics, ABCʹs programming chief compares L and S to the satirical classics of Moliere.
In 1977, Karen Carpenter tells guest host Steve Martin about the time she was performing in concert and accidentally swallowed a moth. (Hey, at least sheʹs eating.)
In 1977, President Carter pardons most Vietnam War draft evaders (10,000).
In 1978, Born on this day in Monticello, Kentucky, was Kevin Denney country music artist who made his debut on the country music scene with the release of his self-titled album (2001's Kevin Denney), which produced three chart singles, including "That's Just Jessie".
In 1979, On the cover of TV Guide: “Katharine Hepburn”. Other Articles: Barney Miller, White Shadow
In 1979, R.C., “Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick” by Ian Dury peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1979, TVʹS “SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE” Musical Guest: DOOBIE BROTHERS (“WHAT A FOOL BELIEVES”, “TAKING IT TO THE STREETS”)
In 1978, "The Class of Miss MacMichael" was released by Gala Film Distributors / Brut Productions / Kettledrum Films; Silvio Narizzano (director); Judd Bernard (screenplay); Glenda Jackson, Oliver Reed, Michael Murphy, Rosalind Cash, John Standing, Phil Daniels, Pamela Manson; Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1978, "Mean Dog Blues" was released by American International Pictures / Bing Crosby Productions; Mel Stuart (director); George Lefferts (screenplay); Gregg Henry, Kay Lenz, Scatman Crothers, Tina Louise, George Kennedy, Felton Perry, Gregory Sierra, James Wainwright, William Windom; Drama; Live Action
In 1978, "The Bermuda Depths" was released by Warner Bros. Television Distribution / Rankin/Bass Productions / Tsuburaya Productions; Tsugunobu Kotani (director); William Overgard, Arthur Rankin Jr. (screenplay); Leigh McCloskey, Carl Weathers, Connie Sellecca, Julie Woodson, Burl Ives, Ruth Attaway, Elise Frick, Nicholas Ingham, Kevin Petty, Nicole Marsh, George Richards, John Instone, Jonathan Ingham, Patricia Rego, Doris Riley, Tracy Anne Sadler; Fantasy; Live Action
In 1979, “I Don't Wanna Lose You” by Daryl Hall And John Oates peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “I Miss You Baby” by Millie Jackson peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “I Wanna Be With You” by Raspberries peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “If It's Alright With You” by Dottie West peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Looking Through The Eyes Of Love” by The Partridge Family peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Lost In Your Love” by John Paul Young peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Moment By Moment” by Yvonne Elliman peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Oh No, Not My Baby” by Merry Clayton peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “On And Off” by Anacostia peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “One Of The Boys” by Mott The Hoople peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Superstition” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “We” by Shawn Phillips peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “You Need A Woman Tonight” by The Captain And Tennille peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Your Mama Don't Dance” by Kenny Loggins With Jim Messina peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, ✪ “Y.M.C.A.” by Village People peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Anthem” by Wayne Newton peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Don't Let Me Be Lonely Tonight” by James Taylor peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Here Comes The Night” by Nick Gilder peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “How You Gonna See Me Now” by Alice Cooper peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Keeper Of The Castle” by The Four Tops peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Radioactive” by Gene Simmons peaked at number 66 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Take It Any Way You Want It” by The Outlaws peaked at number 98 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “The Relay” by The Who peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “You Turn Me On, I'm A Radio” by Joni Mitchell peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “You're So Vain” by Carly Simon peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, ✪ “Rama Lama Ding Dong” by Rocky Sharpe And The Replays peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “A Little More Love” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Blockbuster” by The Sweet peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Can't Keep It In” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Cream” by Gregg Diamond And Bionic Boogie peaked at number 61 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Desire Me” by Doll peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Don't Hold Back” by Chanson peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Equinoxe Part 5” by Jean-Michel Jarre peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Every Night” by Phoebe Snow peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Got My Mind Made Up” by Instant Funk peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Heat Of The Beat” by Roy Ayers peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “If You Don't Know Me By Now” by Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Je Suis Music” by Cerrone peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Just The Way You Are” by Barry White peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “On A Saturday Night” by Terry Dactyl And The Dinosaurs peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Outdoor Miner” by Wire peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Papa Was A Rollin' Stone” by The Temptations peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “September” by Earth, Wind And Fire peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Shoot Me (With Your Love)” by Tasha Thomas peaked at number 59 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Take That To The Bank” by Shalamar peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “The Relay” by The Who peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Theme From 'Superman'” by London Symphony Orchestra peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Together We Are Beautiful” by Steve Allen peaked at number 67 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “You Needed Me” by Anne Murray peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, ✪ “Greased Lightnin' / Razzamatazz” by John Travolta peaked at number 40 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1973, ✪ “Mouldy Old Dough” by Lieutenant Pigeon peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “(You've Got The) Devil In You / Disturbing The Peace” by Ted Mulry Gang peaked at number 69 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Don't You Know It's Magic” by Johnny Farnham peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Driftin'/ Just Can't Stop It” by Alessi peaked at number 86 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1973, “I Am Woman” by Helen Reddy peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “I Just Wanna Stop / The Surest Things Can Change” by Gino Vannelli peaked at number 59 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Makin' All The Right Moves / Love Me Now” by Tina Charles peaked at number 92 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “My Best Friend's Girl / Don't Cha Stop” by The Cars peaked at number 67 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “My Life / 52nd Street” by Billy Joel peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Where Did Our Love Go? / Single Girl” by The Manhattan Transfer peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Le Freak” by Chic peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1979, “My Life” by Billy Joel peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Sultans Of Swing” by Dire Straits peaked at number 12 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1979, “A Little More Love” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “A Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On” by Renée [NL] peaked at number 43 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Another Band” by Rainbow Train peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Donna” by 10cc peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Hey Joe” by Pussycat peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “I'll Put You Together Again” by Hot Chocolate peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “I'm Every Woman” by Chaka Khan peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Instant Replay” by Dan Hartman peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Kom maar dicht bij mij” by Herman van Keeken peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Me And Mrs. Jones” by Billy Paul peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Music Box Dancer” by Frank Mills peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Naturträne” by Nina Hagen Band peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Rock Me Baby” by David Cassidy peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “September” by Earth, Wind And Fire peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Song For Guy” by Elton John peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “The Mosquito” by The Doors peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Toppers van toen” by Robert Paul peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Kiss You All Over” by Exile peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Too Much Heaven” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 1 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Trojan Horse” by Luv' peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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