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The 70's Datebook for March 6

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In 1970, Awareness Records released an album by Charles Manson. However, he was unable to promote it in person…having been charged with murder in the August 1969 deaths of actress Sharon Tate and four others.

In 1970, Cult leader Charles Manson released an LP, titled “Lie,” to help defray legal costs in the Tate-LaBianca murder trial (some sources cite the date as March 1). The album cover was a mock-up of the Life magazine cover photo of a wild-eyed Manson, with the “f” removed from the word Life; the album featured “Look At Your Game Girl,” a song later covered by Guns N' Roses.

In 1970, In a Brady Bunch episode called “To Move or Not to Move”, Little ghosts begin haunting the Brady house when their parents decide to move, the children have been complaining about the house being too small and Mike decides to sell. The kids change their minds, however, and become ghosts to scare away prospective buyers.

In 1970, The Beatles released the single “Let It Be/You Know My Name (Look Up The Number)” in the U.K.

In 1970, “Hey Jude” compilation album by “The Beatles” was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1971, Paul McCartney releases “Just Another Day.”

In 1971, R.C., “Baby Jump” by Mungo Jerry peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1971, R.C., “D.O.A.” by Bloodrock peaked at #36 on the pop singles chart.

In 1973, The group, War, out from under the shadow of former leader Eric Burdon, receive their second gold single of the week for “Cisco Kid,” four days after “The World is a Ghetto” did likewise.

In 1974, “Spiders and Snakes” single by Jim Stafford was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1975, The Average White Band, all-white Scots playing black sounding funk music, earn its first gold record for the instrumental “Pick Up the Pieces,” which hits number one in the pop chart last month.

In 1976, Britainʹs EMI Records re-releases all 22 British Beatles singles and adds a bonus when it also puts out “Yesterday,” never before a 45 in the United Kingdom. All 23 records hits the chart at the same time.

In 1976, Fleetwood Macʹs “Rhiannon” is released.

In 1976, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of The Rockford Files: James Garner and Noah Beery”. Other Articles: Johnny Carson, William Saroyan

In 1976, R.C., “Baby Face” by The Wing and A Prayer Fife and Drum Corps peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.

In 1976, R.C., “Love Machine (part 1)” by The Miracles peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1976, The writers of “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” decide to make Ted more lovable, and how could he not compared to his new adopted son, series jinx Robby Rist?

In 1976, “Slapsie Maxie” Rosenbloom died. Elected to boxingʹs Hall of Fame in 1972, he was a former light-heavyweight boxing champion who achieved additional fame in his movie career.

In 1977, “An Evening With Diana Ross” aired on NBC-TV.

In 1978, 9:30 p.m./ET “One Day at a Time” (CBS): Julie (Mackenzie Phillips) guiltily plans to close out her checking account after it is unduly credited with over $100. Barbara: Valerie Bertinelli. Ann: Bonnie Franklin.

In 1978, Billy Joel was awarded a Platinum Record for his single “Just The Way You Are.”

In 1978, COVER OF PEOPLE GOLDIE HAWN

In 1978, READING ABOUT EARTH WIND and FIRE In a “NEWSWEEK” article titled “The Power of Positive Singing”

In 1978, “The Six Million Dollar Man”, TV Scifi Adventure, last aired on ABC. Guess it cost too much to run the series.

In 1979, On Another World, John Randolph (Michael M. Ryan) died in a fire at Alice's cottage.

In 1979, On Days of Our Lives, Don and Marlena wed.

In 1979, “Minute By Minute” album by Doobie Brothers was certified Platinum by the RIAA

In 1979, “One Life on the Stand”. On “One Life to Live”, Karen Wolek is torn. The wife of one of Llanviewʹs leading doctors, she can provide an alibi for Viki Riley, on trial for murder, but only by divulging her shameful secret. Under intense grilling, she finally erupts: “What do you want from me, Mr. Callison? Do you want me to tell the court that Iʹm a common street hooker?” A riveting performance by Judith Light and a shocking social issue (housewives who hook) made this one of daytimeʹs most potent scenes.

In 1979, “Wanted Live In Concert” album by Richard Pryor was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1970, "Skullduggery" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, ✪ “D.O.A.” by Bloodrock peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “All By Myself” by Eric Carmen peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Baby Face” by The Wing And A Prayer Fife And Drum Corps. peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Banapple Gas” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Hold Back The Night” by The Trammps peaked at number 35 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “I Am Somebody” by Jimmy James And The Vagabonds peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Keep The Customer Satisfied” by Gary Puckett And The Union Gap peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Love Machine” by The Miracles peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Spinning Wheel” by James Brown peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Super Highway” by Ballin' Jack peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Theme From 'Love Story'” by Francis Lai And His Orchestra peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Theme From 'Love Story'” by Henry Mancini And His Orchestra peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Tulsa” by Billy Joe Royal peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “What About Me” by Quicksilver Messenger Service peaked at number 100 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, “All By Myself” by Eric Carmen peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Amazing Grace” by Judy Collins peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Can't Catch Me” by Bim peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Chelsea Morning” by Sérgio Mendes And Brasil '66 peaked at number 74 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Covered Wagon” by Danny O'Keefe peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Dickens” by Leigh Ashford peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Do You Know What You're Doing?” by Terry Bush peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Fanny (Be Tender With My Love)” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Funky Weekend” by The Stylistics peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Happy To Be On An Island In The Sun” by Demis Roussos peaked at number 83 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Having A Party” by Crescent Street Stompers peaked at number 43 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Just Seven Numbers (Can Straighten Out My Life)” by The Four Tops peaked at number 76 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Love Machine” by The Miracles peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Rock And Roll All Nite (Live)” by KISS peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Rocking Chair Ride” by Christopher Kearney peaked at number 61 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Song For Wendy” by Cliff Edwards peaked at number 91 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Squeeze Box” by The Who peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Sweet Mary” by Wadsworth Mansion peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Your Time To Cry” by Joe Simon peaked at number 39 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, ✪ “Baby Jump” by Mungo Jerry peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Dat” by Pluto Shervington peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Forget-Me Not” by Martha Reeves And The Vandellas peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Funky Weekend” by The Stylistics peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “I Love Music” by The O'Jays peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “I Love To Love (But My Baby Loves To Dance)” by Tina Charles peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “It Should Have Been Me” by Yvonne Fair peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Rain” by Status Quo peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Something's Been Making Me Blue” by Smokie peaked at number 17 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “The Song Of My Life” by Petula Clark peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, ✪ “Convoy / Black Bear Road” by C.W. McCall peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1971, “I Hear You Knockin'” by Dave Edmunds' Rockpile peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “I'll Believe It When I See It / Just As You Are” by Gilbert O'Sullivan peaked at number 100 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “I'm On Fire / Still On Fire” by 5000 Volts peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Lonely Days” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “You Really Got A Hold On Me \ Rough Tough 'n' Ready” by Hush peaked at number 49 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, ✪ “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1976, ✪ “The Elephant Song” by Kamahl peaked at number 38 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Funky Weekend” by The Stylistics peaked at number 37 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Holy Roller” by Nazareth peaked at number 34 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Hurricane” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 25 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Money Honey” by Bay City Rollers peaked at number 11 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Saturday Night (Version '75)” by Bay City Rollers peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1976, “To Each His Own” by Faith, Hope And Charity peaked at number 28 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, “Annie's Song” by John Denver peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Ard die heeft de wereldcup” by De Specials peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Du” by Peter Maffay peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “E-35” by Roek Williams peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Goin' Back To Indiana” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “I'm Going Home (Live '68)” by Ten Years After peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Party Is A Groovy Thing” by People's Choice peaked at number 14 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Rain” by Status Quo peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “The Lies In Your Eyes” by The Sweet peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Candida” by Tony Orlando And Dawn peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Have You Ever Seen The Rain?” by Creedence Clearwater Revival peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1971, “When I'm Dead And Gone” by McGuinness Flint peaked at number 9 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, ✪ “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen peaked at number 4 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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