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The 70's Datebook for January 29

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In 1970, “Hello, Iʹm Johnny Cash” album by Johnny Cash was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1970, “Jingle Jangle” single by The Archies was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1971, Hal Greer of Philadelphia becomes the sixth player in NBA history to score 20,000 points as the 76ers lose to Milwaukee 142-118.

In 1971, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Coming Out Party”, which has nothing to do with Ellen DeGeneres, Cindy develops tonsillitis the weekend Mike is planning to take the family on his bossʹ boat; the familyʹs big outing is threatened when the doctor says the tonsils must come out if the swelling doesnʹt go down. The Brady children nurse Cindy on a liquid diet to save the day.

In 1971, “The Partridge Family” In “Soul Club,” a plucky, ambitious road trip, the singing family finds itself mistakenly booked into a black nightclub in Detroit. Complication: The clubʹs broke owners (Richard Pryor and Louis Gossett Jr.) will lose their business if the nightʹs turnout isnʹt huge. When only one customer shows up, Mrs. Partridge decides to throw a block party the next day and charge admission. Keith (David Cassidy) even writes a song for the occasion, declaring, “Itʹs sort of an Afro thing.” Everyone from local merchants to a Pantheresque group in black berets attends the event, and the club is saved. This may be the most outlandish episode on our list; itʹs certainly one of the best-intentioned.

In 1972, R.C., “Those Were The Days” by Carroll OʹConnor and Jean Stapleton peaked at #43 on the pop singles chart.

In 1973, Johnny Rivers received a gold record for the hit single, “Rockin' Pneumonia and the Boogie Woogie Flu”.

In 1973, On The Doctors, Dr. Steve Aldrich (David O'Brien) admitted he lied to Carolee Simpson (Carolee Campbell) out of fear she might not be able to handle the thought that Cathy Ryker might never return their baby. Later, on the phone with Billy's school, Carolee learned he was also missing.

In 1974, The "Uncle Floyd Show" debut on a channel on the UA-Columbia Cablevision system from a studio in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey. It began as a children's show with kids in the audience, but the parents were laughing as hard as the children. The show immediately caught on and remained a New Jersey television favorite for well over 25 years.

In 1975, First Annual Comedy Awards of the Year hosted by Alan King.

In 1975, “Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds” single by Elton John was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1976, “Black Bear Road” album by C.W. McCall was certified Gold by the RIAA. It contains the hit “Convoy”

In 1977, Comedian Freddie Prinze died, two days after shooting himself in the head. He was 22. Heʹs probably best known for his role on “Chico and the Man.”

In 1977, Kenny Rogers launched his country music career when his first single…“Lucille”…entered the country singles chart

In 1977, On the cover of TV Guide: “Wonder Womanʹs Lynda Carter”. Other Articles: The Superstars, Tony Randall

In 1977, R.C., “Car Wash” by Rose Royce peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. The song is the theme to the 1976 comedy of the same name.

In 1977, R.C., “Dazz” by Brick peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.

In 1977, R.C., “Hot Line” by The Sylvers peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1977, R.C., “It Keeps You Runnin'” by The Doobie Brothers peaked at #37 on the pop singles chart.

In 1977, R.C., “Open Sesame — part 1” by Kool and The Gang peaked at #55 on the pop singles chart.

In 1977, R.C., “Walk This Way” by Aerosmith peaked at number ten the same week it broke into the top ten of the pop singles chart.

In 1977, TVʹS “SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE” Host: FRAN TARKENTON; Musical Guest: LEO SAYER (“WHEN I NEED YOU”, “YOU MAKE ME FEEL LIKE DANCING”)

In 1979, San Diego teenager Brenda Spencer seemed stuck for a good answer when quizzed by police about why she had opened fire on her schoolmates, wounding several children and killing two of the staff at Cleveland Elementary School. “I donʹt like Mondays” was her excuse, and her objection to the first working day of the week made world headlines, six months later becoming the inspiration for Bob Geldof, leader of The Boomtown Rats, to write the song “I Donʹt Like Mondays”, which topped the United Kingdom chart for a month later in the year. Editorʹs note: my sister and/or her friends witnessed the whole incident while attending fourth grade.

In 1979, “Salvage One”, TV Adventure, debut on ABC.

In 1975, "Mr. Ricco" was released by United Artists / Cinema International Corporation; Paul Bogart (director); Robert Hoban, Ed Harvey (screenplay); Dean Martin, Eugene Roche, Thalmus Rasulala, Denise Nicholas, Cindy Williams, Geraldine Brooks, Philip Michael Thomas, George Tyne

In 1978, "A Night Full of Rain" was released by Warner Bros.; Lina Wertmüller (director/screenplay); Giancarlo Giannini, Candice Bergen, Michael Tucker, Lucio Amelio, Massimo Wertmüller, Flora Carabella, Jill Eikenberry, Lilli Carati, Mario Scarpetta, Anny Papa, Anne Byrne Hoffman, Anita Paltrinieri, Giuliana Carnescecchi, Alice Columbo Oxman, Paola Ojetti, Enzo Vitale, Paola Silvia Rotunno, John West Buchanan, Alison Tucker; Drama, Romance; Live Action

In 1979, "Love on the Run" was released by AMLF / Gala / Les Films du Carrosse; François Truffaut (director/screenplay); Marie-France Pisier, Jean Aurel, Suzanne Schiffman (screenplay); Jean-Pierre Léaud, Claude Jade, Marie-France Pisier, Dorothée, Dani, Daniel Mesguich, Julien Bertheau, Rosy Varte, Jean-Pierre Ducos, Marie Henriau, Julien Dubois, Pierre Dois, Alain Ollivier, Monique Dury, Emmanuel Clot; Comedy, Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Baby, You Look Good To Me Tonight” by John Denver peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Bless The Beasts and The Children” by Barry DeVorzon and Perry Botkin, Jr. peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Clean Up Woman” by Betty Wright peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Dazz” by Brick peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Drowning In The Sea Of Love” by Joe Simon peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Five Hundred Miles” by Heaven Bound peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Fly By Night/In The Mood” by Rush peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Hot Line” by The Sylvers peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “It Keeps You Runnin'” by The Doobie Brothers peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Jeans On” by David Dundas peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Oh Me, Oh My” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Open Sesame” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Open The Door (Song For Judith)” by Judy Collins peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Saturday Nite” by Earth, Wind and Fire peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Under My Wheels” by Alice Cooper peaked at number 59 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Walk This Way” by Aerosmith peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “What Am I Living For” by Ray Charles peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Whispering/Cherchez la femme/Se si bon” by Dr. Buzzard's Original Savannah Band peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1977, ⏺ “Car Wash” by Rose Royce peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, ✪✪ “Those Were The Days” by Carroll O'Connor and Jean Stapleton peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Baby, You Look Good To Me Tonight” by John Denver peaked at number 89 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Dazz” by Brick peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Drowning In The Sea Of Love” by Joe Simon peaked at number 50 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Hail! Hail! Rock and Roll” by Starland Vocal Band peaked at number 92 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Hot Line” by The Sylvers peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “It's One Of Those Nights (Yes Love)” by The Partridge Family peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Little Old Rock 'N Roll Band” by Billy Mysner peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Lucky Man” by Starbuck peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Open Sesame” by Kool and The Gang peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Out Of My Mind” by Rain peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Saturday Nite” by Earth, Wind and Fire peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Scorpio” by Dennis Coffey and The Detroit Guitar Band peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Shake Your Rump To The Funk” by The Bar-Kays peaked at number 57 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Sugar Daddy” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Too True Mama” by Crowbar peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, “Can't Let You Go” by Barry Ryan peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Flip” by Jesse Green peaked at number 26 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “I Don't Know How To Love Him / Superstar” by Yvonne Elliman / Murray Head and The Trinidad Singers peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Isn't She Lovely” by David Parton peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Lost Without Your Love” by Bread peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Morning Has Broken” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is” by Rose Royce peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Shake Your Rump To The Funk” by The Bar-Kays peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Smile” by Pussycat peaked at number 24 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald” by Gordon Lightfoot peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Theme From 'The Persuaders'” by The John Barry Orchestra peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Where Did Our Love Go?” by Donnie Elbert peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “You + Me = Love” by Undisputed Truth peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1977, “You're More Than A Number In My Little Red Book” by The Drifters peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Do You Feel Like We Do / Penny For Your Thoughts” by Peter Frampton peaked at number 64 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Last Romance / Hurricane Rider” by Mark Holden peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Security / Run, Run, Rudolph” by Jo Jo Zep and The Falcons peaked at number 98 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Sorry Seems To be The Hardest Word / Shoulder Holster” by Elton John peaked at number 19 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Teddy Bear / Daddy” by Red Sovine peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, “The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald / The House You Live In” by Gordon Lightfoot peaked at number 46 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1972, 🌎 “Desiderata (Child Of The Universe)” by Les Crane peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1977, ✪✪ “Don't Touch Me There / Proud To Be an American” by The Tubes peaked at number 26 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, “All I Ever Need Is You” by Monica and Oscar Benton peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Ay ay waar blijft Maria” by Jack de Nijs peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Dancing Shoes” by Houseband peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “I Like Your Style” by Tony Wilson peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “January, February” by Dutch Rhythm Steel and Show Band peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Magic Man” by Heart peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Spring Affair” by Donna Summer peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Wild Side Of Life” by Status Quo peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “A Little Bit More” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 10 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Doctor Kiss-Kiss” by 5000 Volts peaked at number 17 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1977, “If You Leave Me Now” by Chicago peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Mystery Song” by Status Quo peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1977, ✪✪ “Disco Duck” by Rick Dees and His Cast Of Idiots peaked at number 3 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Norway 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, “En tur rundt i byen” by Finn Kalvik peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1977, “Kvakk kvakk” by Barnevaktene peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1972, “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down” by Joan Baez peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1977, “Anita” by Costa Cordalis peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1972, ⏺🤣 “(Is This The Way To) Amarillo?” by Tony Christie featuring Peter Kay peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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