In 1971, In a Brady Bunch episode called “Our Son, the Man”, Greg demands that he be treated as a man now that he is in high school; Greg insists that he needs privacy, including his own bedroom. Mike turns over his den to Greg to become a “mod pad.”
In 1972, Neil Youngʹs “Heart Of Gold” was released.
In 1972, R.C., “Another Puff” by Jerry Reed peaked at #65 on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, R.C., “Day After Day” by Badfinger peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, R.C., “Levon” by Elton John peaked at #24 on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, R.C., “Telegram Sam” by T. Rex peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1972, U.S. airlines begin mandatory inspection of passengers and baggage as required by the federal government to cut down on hijacking. Tip: at an airport, when greeting a friend named “Jack”, NEVER ever yell “Hi Jack!”
In 1972, Paul Simon releases his first new song without Art Garfunkel, “Mother and Child Reunion.” It becomes a Top Five hit. The LP, “Paul Simon,” does well reaching number four and the second hit off the record “Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard,” turns out to be one of quirkiest songs of the year.
In 1973, The comic strip “Hagar The Horrible” debut.
In 1973, “Crocodile Rock” single by Elton John was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1974, U.S. Mariner Ten returns first close-up photos of Venusʹ cloud structure.
In 1975, AT THE MOVIES “YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN”, “MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS”, “TOWERING INFERNO”, “EARTHQUAKE”; “THE ODESSA FILE”
In 1977, R.C., “C.B. Savage” by Rod Hart peaked at #67 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “Dis-Gorilla (part 1)” by Rick Dees and His Cast Of Idiots peaked at #56 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “Dreamboat Annie” by Heart peaked at #42 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “I Like To Do It” by K.C. and The Sunshine Band peaked at #37 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “In The Mood” by Henhouse Five Plus Too (Ray Stevens) peaked at #40 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “Turn Loose On My Leg” by Jim Stafford peaked at #98 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, R.C., “Up Your Nose” by Gabriel Kaplan peaked at #91 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, Vigoda-Mania hits its full stride as Barney Miller spins off the young hip talent into his own show, “Fish.” While heʹs still detecting at the 12th precinct, this series looks at his home life, where he and his wife are raising five punchline-spouting foster kids.
In 1977, Sugar Ray Leonard won his first pro fight. He beat Luis Vega in six rounds.
In 1978, Fred Newman makes 88 consecutive basketball free throws blindfolded.
In 1979, Sears Radio Theater premieres on CBS.
In 1979, “Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers” album by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers was released
In 1979, The Pointer Sistersʹ version of Bruce Springsteenʹs “Fire” turns gold the same month as it reaches number two. Just imagine Robin Williams doing Elmer Fudd doing Bruce Springsteen when you hear this song.
In 1970, "Patton" was released by 20th Century Fox; Franklin J. Schaffner (director); Francis Ford Coppola, Edmund H. North (screenplay); George C. Scott, Karl Malden, David Bauer, Edward Binns, John Doucette, Michael Strong, Peter Barkworth, Lawrence Dobkin, Paul Stevens, Morgan Paull, Stephen Young
In 1975, "Report to the Commissioner" was released by United Artists / Frankovich Productions; Milton Katselas (director); Abby Mann, Ernest Tidyman (screenplay); Michael Moriarty, Yaphet Kotto, Susan Blakely, Héctor Elizondo, Tony King, Michael McGuire, Edward Grover, Dana Elcar, Bob Balaban, William Devane, Stephen Elliott, Richard Gere, Vic Tayback, Albert Seedman, Mark Margolis, Noelle North
In 1972, “Baby Won't You Let Me Rock and Roll You” by Ten Years After peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Daddy Cool” by Boney M. peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Daisy Mae” by Hamilton, Joe Frank and Reynolds peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Darlin' Darlin' Baby (Sweet, Tender Love)” by The O'Jays peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Day After Day” by Badfinger peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Do It To My Mind” by Johnny Bristol peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Dreamboat Annie” by Heart peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Hail! Hail! Rock and Roll” by Starland Vocal Band peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “I Like To Do It” by K.C. and The Sunshine Band peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Kiss An Angel Good Mornin'” by Charley Pride peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Levon” by Elton John peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Make Me The Woman That You Go Home To” by Gladys Knight and The Pips peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Music From 'Across The Way'” by James Last Band peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Pain” by The Ohio Players peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Shakey Ground” by Phoebe Snow peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Spend Some Time” by Elvin Bishop peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “The Harder I Try” by Free Movement peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Together Let's Find Love” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Torn Between Two Lovers” by Mary MacGregor peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “You've Got Me Runnin'” by Gene Cotton peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, ✪✪ “Another Puff” by Jerry Reed peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, ✪✪ “C.B. Savage” by Rod Hart peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, ✪✪ “Dis-Gorilla” by Rick Dees and His Cast Of Idiots peaked at number 56 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, ✪✪ “In The Mood” by Ray Stevens (as Henhouse Five Plus Too) peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, ✪✪ “Turn Loose Of My Leg” by Jim Stafford peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, ✪✪ “Up Your Nose With A Rubber Hose” by Gabe Kaplan peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Darlin' Darlin' Baby (Sweet, Tender Love)” by The O'Jays peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Day After Day” by Badfinger peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Fly Across The Sea” by Edward Bear peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “I Wish” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing (In Perfect Harmony)” by The New Seekers peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Looking For A Love” by The J. Geils Band peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Make Me The Woman That You Go Home To” by Gladys Knight and The Pips peaked at number 67 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Mexican Lady” by Steel River peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Oh Me, Oh My” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 73 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Rock and Roll Stew” by Traffic peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Tupelo Honey” by Van Morrison peaked at number 35 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Under My Wheels” by Alice Cooper peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Walk This Way” by Aerosmith peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “We're Dancin'” by Second Helping peaked at number 60 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, 🌎 “Once You Understand” by Think peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Daddy Cool” by Boney M. peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Don't Believe A Word” by Thin Lizzy peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Family Affair” by Sly and The Family Stone peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Gypsy Road Hog” by Slade peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Moon River” by Greyhound peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “New Kid In Town” by The Eagles peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Stay With Me” by Faces peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Suspicion” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Telegram Sam” by T. Rex peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “A V.I.P. / How Can I Go Now” by Marianne Rosenberg peaked at number 69 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Best Disco In Town (Part 1) / Best Disco In Town (Part 2)” by The Ritchie Family peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Boys Will Be Boys / Love Ya Babe” by Taste peaked at number 33 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Cherish” by David Cassidy peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Don't Worry Baby / Write A Letter” by Bay City Rollers peaked at number 34 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Heaven Must Be Missing an Angel (Part 1) / Heaven Must Be Missing an Angel (Part 2)” by Tavares peaked at number 30 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “I Wish / You and I” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 51 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Muskrat Love / Honey Come Love Me” by The Captain and Tennille peaked at number 65 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Play That Funky Music / The Lady Wants Your Money” by Wild Cherry peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Somebody To Love / White Man” by Queen peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Teddy Bear's Last Ride / If You Cared Enough To Cry” by Diana Williams peaked at number 68 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “The Way You Do It / I Think Like That” by Pussyfoot peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, ✪✪ “This Song / Learning How To Love You” by George Harrison peaked at number 50 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Black Dog” by Led Zeppelin peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Brand New Key” by Melanie peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “De doodgewoonste dingen” by Passe-Partout peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Ik weet van voren niet...” by De Twee Pinten peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “It Must Be Love” by Labi Siffre peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Let's Have A Party” by The Chaplin Band peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “More Than A Feeling” by Boston peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Rosalina” by Gebroeders Brouwer peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Sacramento” by Middle Of The Road peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Sunny” by Boney M. peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Verde” by Ricky King peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, ⏺🤣 “(Is This The Way To) Amarillo?” by Tony Christie featuring Peter Kay peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, ✪✪ “Wiggle That Wotsit” by The Hollies peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, ✪✪ “Disco Duck” by Rick Dees and His Cast Of Idiots peaked at number 3 on the Norway pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Sunny” by Boney M. peaked at number 2 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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