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The 70's Datebook for February 7

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In 1970, Johnny Cashʹs album, “Hello, Iʹm Johnny Cash” goes gold. His label, Columbia, report his LPs “At Folsom Prison” and “At San Quinten” have sold over two million copies each and his “Greatest Hits” album has sold over a million copies.

In 1970, LSUʹs “Pistol” Pete Marovich scored 69 points, including 47 in the second half, to set a NCAA record, but in a losing cause as Alabama beat them 106-104.

In 1970, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Bewitched: Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent”. Other Articles: Brady Bunch, Bobby Sherman

In 1970, R.C., Joe Cockerʹs version of the Beatles classic “She Came In Through The Bathroom Window” peaks at #30 on the pop chart.

In 1970, R.C., “Iʹll Never Fall In Love Again” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.

In 1970, R.C., “Jesus Is Just Alright” by The Byrds peaked at #97 on the pop singles chart.

In 1970, R.C., “Jingle Jangle” by The Archies peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.

In 1970, R.C., “Monster” by Steppenwolf peaked at #39 on the pop singles chart.

In 1970, R.C., “Venus” by Shocking Blue peaked at number one on the pop singles chart; hit number one again in the 1980s with Bananaramaʹs remake.

In 1970, R.C., “Walkin' In The Rain” by Jay and The Americans peaked at #19 on the pop singles chart.

In 1970, “The Hollywood Palace”, TV Variety; last aired on ABC.

In 1971, Dolly Parton was at #1 on the Country chart with "Joshua" her first single to reach #1 on the US country charts. Parton received her first Grammy nomination in the Best Country Female Vocal category for the song, (losing to Lynn Anderson).

In 1971, ED SULLIVAN SHOW Guests: GLADYS KNIGHT and THE PIPS and comic ROBERT KLEIN. Trivia experts take note, this is the episode that was rerun on June 6th, making it in a certain way 'the last' ED SULLIVAN SHOW. The last original episode, featuring MELANIE and Comic DAVID FRYE aired on March 28.

In 1973, The U.S. Senate voted to set up a committee to investigate the break-in at the Democratic National Headquarters in Washingtonʹs Watergate complex.

In 1974, Mel Brooksʹ “Blazing Saddles” starring Cleavon Little and Gene Wilder opened in some Los Angeles theaters.

In 1975, CBS debuts “Khan!” starring Khigh Dhiegh. But the show, set in San Fransicoʹs Chinatown, doesnʹt fly and is canceled after four weeks later. CBS wasn't yet ready for the wrath of Khan!

In 1976, FCC raids and shuts down pirate radio station WCPR (Brooklyn New York).

In 1976, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Barney Miller”. Other Articles: Desi Remembers Part 2

In 1976, R.C., “50 Ways To Leave Your Lover” by Paul Simon peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1976, R.C., “Love To Love You Baby” by Donna Summer peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1976, R.C., “Sing A Song” by Earth Wind and Fire peaked at number five on the pop singles chart.

In 1976, R.C., “You Sexy Thing” by Hot Chocolate peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Bohemian Rhaspody” by Queen entered the Top 40 chart.

In 1976, “Junk Food Junkie” by Larry Groce entered the Top 40 chart.

In 1979, Stephen Stills became the first artist to record on digital equipment, at a recording studio in Los Angeles. However, Ry Cooder is credited with releasing the first digitally-recorded record with “Bop 'Til You Drop” because Stills never released the material.

In 1979, The Clash kick off their first American tour at the Berkeley Community Theatre outside San Francisco. Bo Diddley opens and the first song the Clash belts out in America is “Iʹm so bored with the U.S.A.”

In 1979, Trying to capitalize on the success of ABCʹs “The Love Boat,” NBC launches “Supertrain,” a superexpensive anthology series set aboard an atomic powered luxury high-speed train, sort of a “LOVE BOAT” on rails, it featured a built-in disco, swimming pool and gymnasium (it was fiction after all) But everyone knows you canʹt make money in rail travel. EDWARD ANDREWS played the conductor Conductor Harry Flood, PATRICK COLLINS as passenger relations officer, and ROBERT ALDA (Alanʹs dad) as the Doctor.

In 1973, "Last Tango in Paris" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1974, "Blazing Saddles" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, ✪ “Jingle Jangle” by The Archies peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “50 Ways To Leave Your Lover” by Paul Simon peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Amazing Grace (Used To Be Her Favorite Song)” by The Amazing Rhythm Aces peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Blowing Away” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Chain Gang Medley” by Jim Croce peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Disco Sax” by Houston Person peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Fancy” by Bobbie Gentry peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Hold On” by The Rascals peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Honey I” by George McCrae peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “How Can I Forget” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “I'll Never Fall In Love Again” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “If Walls Could Talk” by Little Milton peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Jesus Is Just Alright” by The Byrds peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Let's Work Together” by Wilbert Harrison peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Love Or Leave” by The (Detroit) Spinners peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Love To Love You Baby” by Donna Summer peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Make Love To Your Mind” by Bill Withers peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Monster” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Mornin' Mornin'” by Bobby Goldsboro peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Once You Hit The Road” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “She Came In Through The Bathroom Window” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Sing A Song” by Earth, Wind And Fire peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Sweet Loving Man” by Morris Albert peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Take Me” by Grand Funk Railroad peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Tenth Avenue Freeze Out” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “The Ghetto” by Donny Hathaway peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Then She's A Lover” by Roy Clark peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Times Of Your Life” by Paul Anka peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Tonight I'll Say A Prayer” by Eydie Gormé peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Venus” by Shocking Blue peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Walkin' In The Rain” by Jay And The Americans peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “What's The Name Of This Funk” by Ramsey Lewis peaked at number 69 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “You Sexy Thing” by Hot Chocolate peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, “Amazing Grace (Used To Be Her Favorite Song)” by The Amazing Rhythm Aces peaked at number 79 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Barbara, I Love You” by New Colony Six peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Blowing Away” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Freight Train” by Duane Eddy peaked at number 93 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Hold On” by The Rascals peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “I Want You Back” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Let A Man Come In And Do The Popcorn (Part II)” by James Brown peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Look-Ka-Py-Py” by Meters peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Lu” by Peggy Lipton peaked at number 45 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Monster” by Steppenwolf peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Mornin' Mornin'” by Bobby Goldsboro peaked at number 64 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “She Belongs To Me” by Ricky Nelson peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “She Lets Her Hair Down (Early In The Morning)” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “She Lets Her Hair Down (Early In The Morning)” by The Tokens peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Six White Horses” by Tommy Cash peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Sweet Thing” by Rufus And Chaka Khan peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Times Of Your Life” by Paul Anka peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Traces/Memories Medley” by The Lettermen peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “When Julie Comes Around” by Cuff Links peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Winter World Of Love” by Engelbert Humperdinck peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Won't Find Better (Than Me)” by New Hope peaked at number 65 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Wonderful World, Beautiful People” by Jimmy Cliff peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “You Are My Sunshine” by Dyke And The Blazers peaked at number 91 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, “Deep Purple” by Donny And Marie Osmond peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Girlie” by The Peddlers peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Hitchin' A Ride” by Vanity Fare peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Honey I” by George McCrae peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Hurricanes” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 43 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “I Can't Get Next To You” by The Temptations peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “I'm A Man” by Chicago peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Just A Little Misunderstanding / First I Look At The Purse” by The Contours peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Just One Look” by Faith, Hope And Charity peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Let Me Be The Number 1 (Love Of Your Life)” by Dooley Silverspoon peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Love Machine” by The Miracles peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Love To Love You Baby” by Donna Summer peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “The Way I Want To Touch You” by The Captain And Tennille peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Try A Little Kindness” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “We Do It” by R And J Stone peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, ✪ “Put Another Log On The Fire (Male Chauvinist National Anthem) / Slap Your Draughty Blue Jeans” by Bill And Boyd peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Country Boy (You Got Your Feet In L.A.) / Record Collector's Dream” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 94 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Holly Holy” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “I Love Music (Part I) / I Love Music (Part II)” by The O'Jays peaked at number 100 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Let's Do It / After Sex” by The Staple Singers peaked at number 97 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Love Fire / Your Lips Are Close” by Jigsaw peaked at number 96 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Morning Sky / Rose Marie” by The George Baker Selection peaked at number 35 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Nights On Broadway / Edge Of The Universe” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 67 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “The Way I Want To Touch You / Broddy Bounce” by The Captain And Tennille peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Too Much Fandango / Wrongly Accused” by Ritzi peaked at number 28 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Undecided / For Someone” by Jim Keays' Southern Cross peaked at number 74 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Volaré (nel blu dipinto di blu) / You Belong To Me” by Al Martino peaked at number 63 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, ✪ “Convoy” by C.W. McCall peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1976, “My Little Town” by Simon And Garfunkel peaked at number 24 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Our Day Will Come” by Frankie Valli peaked at number 37 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1976, “You” by George Harrison peaked at number 35 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, “All My Brothers Are Clean” by Billy Jones And The All Stars peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Als het gras twee kontjes hoog is” by Hydra [NL] peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Bij ons staat op de keukendeur” by Tony Bass peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Don't Cry Daddy” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Get Down With It - Satisfaction” by Mac Kissoon peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Het zal je kind maar wezen” by Adèle Bloemendaal, Leen Jongewaard And Piet Römer peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Mijn hoempapa” by Ton van Kluyve peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Pruimenpap” by Johnny Jordaan peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “She Came In Through The Bathroom Window” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Sleepwalkin'” by Golden Earring peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Stoont als een garnaal” by Het Simplisties Verbond peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Wat een spreker is die man” by Seth Gaaikema peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, “Melting Pot” by Blue Mink peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, “Les Champs-Élysées” by Joe Dassin peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Mamma Mia” by ABBA peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Na Na Hey Hey (Kiss Him Goodbye)” by Steam peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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