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In 1970, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Hee Haw”. Other Articles: Pat Paulsen, Billy DeWolfe.
In 1970, R.C., “Travelin' Band” by Credence Clearwater Revival peaked at number two on the pop singles chart. “Whoʹll Stop The Rain” was the “B” side that peaked at number ten.
In 1970, R.C., “Whole Lotta Love” by Led Zeppelin peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.
In 1970, The number one selling album: SIMON and GARFUNKELʹs “BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATER” (first of ten weeks as Americaʹs best selling LP)
In 1973, A song from the movie Deliverance called "Dueling Banjos" by Eric Weissberg and Steve Mandel became one of the few 1970s instrumentals to be awarded a Gold record. The record had topped the Cash Box Magazine Best Sellers list and reached No.2 on the Billboard Hot 100.
In 1973, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band starred in a showcase at Maxʹs Kansas City Club in New York. In the audience — CBS talent scout John Hammond. The man who signed Billie Holiday and Bob Dylan would sign Springsteen to a long-term recording contract.
In 1973, One of the rare instrumentals to go gold this decade is “Dueling Banjos,” performed by Eric Weissberg and Steve Mandel.
In 1973, The comet (Lubos) Kohoutek is discovered at Hamburg Observatory.
In 1973, “Dueling Banjos/deliverence” album (soundtrack) was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1973, “Your Mama Donʹt Dance” single by Loggins and Messina was certified Gold by the RIAA.
In 1975, DAVID BOWIEʹS soul-influenced album “YOUNG AMERICANS” featuring the title track and the future number one hit “FAME” was released by R.C.A. Records in the U.S.A.
In 1976, A likeness of Elton John is put on display at Londonʹs Madame Tussaudʹs Wax Museum. He is the first rock figure so accorded the honor since the Beatles were first immortalized in wax in March 1964.
In 1977, Anthony Roberts of Oral Roberts scores 65 points in a 90-89 loss to Oregon in the first round of the National Invitation Tournament.
In 1977, COVER OF TIME UGANDAN Dictator IDI AMIN (“the Wild Man of Africa and The Most Amazing Man That Youʹve Ever Seen”)
In 1977, JAY LENOʹS FIRST TONIGHT SHOW APPEARANCE: Fifteen years later, following numerous guest appearances and a long apprenticeship as permanent fill-in, the comic will succeed JOHNNY CARSON.
In 1977, The game show “Second Chance” debut on ABC, with players answering questions and earning spins on a prize board to win big bucks if they can only avoid the Devil. In 1984, it was cloned years later with CBSʹs “Press Your Luck” featuring The Whammy instead of the devil. “Second Chance” had its second chance under a different name!
In 1977, “The Feather and Father Gang”, TV Crime Drama, debut on ABC.
In 1978, (while broadcasting on local microwave transmitters since July 1976), the “Showtime” pay service makes its national debut on satellite, delivering the world the poorly-written soft-core porn, B-level boxing events, and culturally diverse original content it demands, in other words, the perrienal underdog to HBO.
In 1979, Scientists discover a ring around Jupiter while examining photographs taken by the Voyager One spacecraft. Astronomers had spotted rings around Saturn in 1610 and Uranus in 1977.
In 1975, "Deep Red" was released in movie theaters in Italy
In 1979, "Starcrash" was released by New World Pictures / Bancom Audiovision Corporation / Film Enterprise Productions; Luigi Cozzi (director/screenplay); Nat Wachsberger, R.A. Dillon (screenplay); Marjoe Gortner, Caroline Munro, David Hasselhoff, Joe Spinell, Robert Tessier, Nadia Cassini, Judd Hamilton, Christopher Plummer; Space Opera; Live Action
In 1970, “Don't Worry Baby” by The Tokens peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Good Guys Only Win In The Movies” by Mel And Tim peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “If I Never Knew Your Name” by Vic Dana peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Jennifer Tomkins” by Street People peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Keep On Doin'” by The Isley Brothers peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Never Had A Dream Come True” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Rainy Night In Georgia” by Brook Benton peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Travelin' Band” by Creedence Clearwater Revival peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Until It's Time For You To Go” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Why Should I Cry?” by Gentrys peaked at number 61 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Don't Get Close” by Little Anthony And The Imperials peaked at number 95 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “If You've Got A Heart” by Bobby 'Blue' Bland peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “New World Coming” by Mama Cass Elliot peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “That's Where I Went Wrong” by The Poppy Family peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “The Declaration” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 67 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “The Thrill Is Gone” by B.B. King peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “The Touch Of You” by Brenda And The Tabulations peaked at number 49 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Travelin' Band” by Creedence Clearwater Revival peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Elizabethan Reggae” by Boris Gardiner peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “I Want You Back” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Joy Of Living” by Cliff And Hank peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head” by Bobbie Gentry peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Wand'rin' Star / Talk To The Trees” by Lee Marvin / Clint Eastwood peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Feyenoord!” by 1e elftal van Feyenoord peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “I Want You Back” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Jesus Is Just Alright” by The Byrds peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Live For Tomorrow Harry Jones” by OPMC peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1970, “Yester-Me, Yester-You, Yesterday” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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