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In 1971, Idi Amin, the most amazing man that youʹve ever seen, assumed power in Uganda, following a coup that ousted President Milton Obote. He also became general and the king of the sea.
In 1972, Stanley Kubrickʹs film “A Clockwork Orange” generally opened in movie theaters nationwide. It was first released in New York City on December 19, 1971.
In 1973, ABCʹS “IN CONCERT”: Appearing: EDGAR WINTER GROUP, DOOBIE BROTHERS (“LISTEN TO THE MUSIC”, “JESUS IS JUST ALRIGHT”)
In 1973, Burt Sugarmanʹs Friday night concert series “The Midnight Special” debuts on NBC. Tonight featured host HELEN REDDY (“I AM WOMAN”, “PEACEFUL”), plus CURTIS MAYFIELD, the IMPRESSIONS, DON McLEAN, RARE EARTH, BYRDS. (Due to the time zone dating differences, it was early February 3 where viewers in the East and West time zones saw this show debut.)
In 1973, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Bobbyʹs Hero”, Bobby upsets his parents and teachers when he makes a hero of Jesse James; Mike and Carol are asked to meet with Bobbyʹs principal when their youngest son plays at being Jesse James at school. Mike sets out to change his sonʹs opinion of the western outlaw by exposing the truth about Jesse.
In 1973, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Airing after the “TONIGHT SHOW” the debut episode of NBCʹs rock music series features Host HELEN REDDY (“I AM WOMAN”, “PEACEFUL”), plus CURTIS MAYFIELD, the IMPRESSIONS, DON McLEAN, RARE EARTH, BYRDS.
In 1974, Dolly Parton scored her second #1 Country hit single with "Jolene." Parton has said that the inspiration for the story was a tall, red-headed bank teller whom Parton believed was flirting with her husband, and her husband's apparent vulnerability to the teller's charm as indicated by his sudden interest in making frequent trips to the bank.
In 1974, On the cover of TV Guide: “Dom DeLuise of Lotsa Luck”. Other Articles: The Magician, Asimov, Jason Robards
In 1976, Impressionist Rich Little makes an impression on NBC execs and gets his own hour-long variety series, “The Rich Little Show.” With a few real guest stars and a lot of guest stars voiced by the host, the show is silenced within six months.
In 1976, READING ABOUT “SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE” “TIME” reports on the showʹs success, and pays special attention to CHEVY CHASE, even touting him as a possible future successor to JOHNNY CARSON.
In 1976, “The Honeymooners Second Honeymoon” aired.
In 1977, AT THE MOVIES “ROCKY” is the box office champ; “KING KONG” (Jeff Bridges, Charles Grodin, Jessica Lange); “SILVER STREAK” (Richard Pryor, Gene Wilder, Jill Clayburgh)
In 1977, Radio Shack officially begins creating the TRS-80 computer.
In 1977, Torontoʹs Ian Turnbull scores five goals to set an NHL record for defensemen, leading the Maple Leafs past the Detroit Red Wings 9-1.
In 1977, While appearing as a guest on The Merv Griffin Show David Hasselhoff, who was then starring as Snapper Foster on The Young and the Restless, launched his new singing career with his rendition of the Y&R theme song.
In 1977, “Animals” album by Pink Floyd was released
In 1978, The group Van Halen signed with Warner Brothers Records.
In 1979, After 14 years in exile, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini returns from Paris and becomes the de facto leader of Iran.
In 1979, On One Life to Live, Viki went on trial for Marco Daneʹs “murder.”
In 1979, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL GOES DISCO! Hosts THE JACKSONS perform “SHAKE YOUR BODY DOWN TO THE GROUND”; also: GRACE JONES, KC and THE SUNSHINE BAND, DAN HARTMAN (“INSTANT REPLAY”)
In 1974, "The Street Fighter" was released by Toei Company; Shigehiro Ozawa (director); Kōji Takada, Motohiro Torii (screenplay); Shinichi "Sonny" Triba, Yutaka "Doris" Nakajima, Masashi "Milton" Ishibashi, Jirō Yabuki, Etsuko "Sue" Shihomi, Nobuo Kawai, Ken Kazama, Rinichi Yamamoto
In 1975, "Rafferty and the Gold Dust Twins" was released by Warner Bros.; Dick Richards (director); John Kaye (screenplay); Alan Arkin, Sally Kellerman, Mackenzie Phillips, Alex Rocco, Charles Martin Smith, Harry Dean Stanton, John McLiam, Richard Hale, Louis Prima, Lauren Stocks, Earl W. Smith
In 1978, "The Boys in Company C" was released by Columbia Pictures / Golden Harvest / Good Times Films S.A.; Sidney J. Furie (director/screenplay); Rick Natkin (screenplay); Stan Shaw, Andrew Stevens, Michael Lembeck, Craig Wasson, Scott Hylands, James Whitmore Jr., Noble Willingham, R. Lee Ermey, Vic Diaz, James Canning; War; Live Action
In 1979, "ABBA: The Movie" was released by Warner Bros. / Polar Music / Reg Grundy Productions; Lasse Hallström (director/screenplay); Robert Caswell (screenplay); Anni-Frid Lyngstad, Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus, Agnetha Fältskog, Robert Hughes, Tom Oliver, Stig Anderson, Richard Norton, Bruce Barry; Drama, Documentary; Live Action
In 1979, "The First Great Train Robbery" was released by United Artists / Dino De Laurentiis Company / Starling Films; Michael Crichton (director/screenplay); Sean Connery, Donald Sutherland, Lesley-Anne Down, Alan Webb, Malcolm Terris, Robert Lang, Michael Elphick, Wayne Sleep, Pamela Salem, Gabrielle Lloyd, George Downing, James Cossins, André Morell, Peter Benson, Janine Duvitski, Peter Butterworth; Heist, Neo-Noir, Crime; Live Action
In 1974, “Joy” by Isaac Hayes peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Raised On Robbery” by Joni Mitchell peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Showdown” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “The Way We Were” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Wang Dang Doodle” by The Pointer Sisters peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Champagne Body” by Sugar Cane peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “I Shall Sing” by Art Garfunkel peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “I'll Never Know” by Peter Foldy peaked at number 61 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “It Doesn't Have To Be That Way” by Jim Croce peaked at number 47 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Keep Your Head To The Sky” by Earth, Wind And Fire peaked at number 45 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Living For The City” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Love Has No Pride” by Linda Ronstadt peaked at number 57 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Me And Baby Brother” by War peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Never, Never Gonna Give Ya Up” by Barry White peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Show And Tell” by Al Wilson peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Somewhere Between Love And Tomorrow” by Roy Clark peaked at number 92 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Stoned To The Bone” by James Brown peaked at number 100 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Will You Love Me Tomorrow?” by Melanie peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “You're Sixteen” by Ringo Starr peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, ✪✪ “Smokin' In The Boys Room” by Brownsville Station peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Galloping Home” by London String Chorale peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Highway Of My Life” by The Isley Brothers peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “How Come” by Ronnie Lane peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Take Me High” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “The Love I Lost” by Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Photograph / Down And Out” by Ringo Starr peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Showdown” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Silverboy” by Cherrie Vangelder-Smith peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
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