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In 1970, Digital Equipment Corp introduced the PDP-11 minicomputer.
In 1970, In a Brady Bunch episode called “The Grass Is Always Greener”, Mike and Carol decide to settle an argument about who has the easier job by switching roles, in “The Grass Is Always Greener” on Paramount Televisionʹs “The Brady Bunch.” Mike helps Carolʹs daughters with their cooking project and Carol bones up on baseball. The results are disastrous.
In 1971, R.C., “Have You Ever Seen The Rain” by Credence Clearwater Revival peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.
In 1971, The Allman Brothers Band recorded its breakthrough album, “Live at the Fillmore East.”
In 1971, “One Toke Over The Line” by Brewer and Shipley entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1972, “Number 96” began airing on The 0-10 Network in Australia. The show had a successful run, including spawning a feature film, and aired its final episode on August 11, 1977.
In 1972, “The Merv Griffin Show”, starring perennial game show and late night TV host, singer and pianist, Merv Griffin, debuted in syndication for Metromedia Television this day. Joining Merv, were sidekick, Arthur Treacher and Mort Lindsey and his Orchestra. Griffin had a number one song with the Freddy Martin Orchestra in the 1940s. “Iʹve Got a Lovely Bunch of Coconuts” launched him to fame and fortune. Griffin battled against Johnny Carson on CBS-TV late night. Merv lost. He also went against Joey Bishop over on ABC late night. Again, Merv lost; but won big in the Metromedia show; and in ownership of stations such as WPIX-TV 11 in New York, WPOP Radio in Hartford, Connecticut. Later, he devised the game show “Wheel of Fortune” and the formula for the popular syndicated game show, “Jeopardy!”, which he also owned, and made him one of the richest entertainment moguls in the world. Griffin also owned hotels in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and Beverly Hills.
In 1975, Country singers Tammy Wynette and George Jones got a D.I.V.O.R.C.E. after six years of marriage. The couple had married in 1969.
In 1975, COVER OF ROLLING STONE: LED ZEPPELIN
In 1975, On Another World, a distraught Liz (Irene Dailey) pinned Rachel against the wall and warned her to stay away from Mac, but Richard Gavin and Russ restrained her. Roy Poole played Richard. He returned to AW in the early '80s as Mayor Stein, the candidate Mac ran against. Mac bowed out of the mayoral race after Mayor Stein published photos of Sandy and Blaine.
In 1976, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of Chico and The Man: Jack Albertson, Freddie Prinze, Scatman Crothers”. Other Articles: Bionic Woman, Batmobile
In 1976, R.C., “December, 1963 (Oh, What A Night)” by Four Seasons peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.
In 1976, R.C., “Slow Ride” by Foghat peaked at #20 on the pop singles chart.
In 1976, R.C., “Take It To The Limit” by Eagles peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1976, R.C., “The White Knight” by Cletus Maggard peaked at #19 on the pop singles chart. It was another one of those C.B. songs based on the crazed fad of its day.
In 1976, The OʹJays enter the charts with the double-sided hit “Livin' for the Weekend” backed with “Stairway to Heaven” (not the same as Led Zeppelinʹs version). The hit will go on to be one of the three R&B number one smashes this year.
In 1978, COVER OF PEOPLE RICHARD PRYOR
In 1978, Frank Zappaʹs album [23] ZAPPA IN NEW YORK was released including the tracks “T**ties and Beer” and “Iʹm The Slime”
In 1978, READING ABOUT RANDY NEWMAN “NEWSWEEK” profiles the singer/ songwriter, enjoying the success of “SHORT PEOPLE”
In 1979, Spun off from “Threeʹs Company,” ABCʹs “The Ropers” stars Norman Fell and Audra Lindley as the former landlords who battle their new realtor (Jeffrey Tambor) when they move to a fancy neighborhood.
In 1971, "Vanishing Point" was released by 20th Century Fox / Cupid Productions; Richard C. Sarafian (director); Guillermo Cain (screenplay); Barry Newman, Cleavon Little, Dean Jagger, Victoria Medlin, Karl Swenson, Lee Weaver, John Amos, Tom Reese, Paul Koslo, Robert Donner, Owen Bush, Bill Drake, Severn Darden, Delaney Bramlett, Bonnie Bramlett, Bekka Bramlett, Rita Coolidge, Claudia Lennear, Patrice Holloway, David Gates, Valerie Kairys Venet, Anthony James, Arthur Malet, Timothy Scott, Gilda Texter, Charlotte Rampling; Action, Crime, Thriller; Live Action
In 1975, "The Great Waldo Pepper" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1978, "The Big Sleep" was released by United Artists / ITC Entertainment; Michael Winner (director/screenplay); Robert Mitchum, Sarah Miles, Richard Boone, Candy Clark, Joan Collins, Edward Fox, John Mills, James Stewart, Oliver Reed, Harry Andrews, Colin Blakely, Richard Todd, Diana Quick, James Donald, John Justin, Simon Fisher Turner, Martin Potter; Neo-Noir; Live Action
In 1971, “Ain't It A Sad Thing” by R. Dean Taylor peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Celia Of The Seals” by Donovan peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Cherish What Is Dear To You” by Freda Payne peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Cried Like A Baby” by Bobby Sherman peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “December, 1963 (Oh, What A Night)” by The Four Seasons peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Didn't It Look So Easy” by Five Stairsteps (as The Stairsteps) peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Don't Let The Green Grass Fool You” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Everything Is Good About You” by The Lettermen peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “For All We Know” by The Carpenters peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Have You Ever Seen The Rain?” by Creedence Clearwater Revival peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Can't Stop” by The Osmonds peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Just You And I” by Melissa Manchester peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Love Hurts” by Nazareth peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Love Me Tonight” by Head East peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me)” by Steve Harley And Cockney Rebel peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “My Heart Is Yours” by Wilbert Harrison peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Rattlesnake” by The Ohio Players peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Slow Ride” by Foghat peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Take It Like A Man” by Bachman-Turner Overdrive peaked at number 33 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Take It To The Limit” by The Eagles peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “The Call” by Anne Murray peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “The Game Is Over (What's The Matter With You)” by Brown Sugar peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “The Look Of Love” by Isaac Hayes peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Train Called Freedom” by The South Shore Commission peaked at number 86 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Triangle Of Love (Hey Diddle Diddle)” by Presidents peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1971, ✪ “D.O.A.” by Bloodrock peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Baby Face” by The Wing And A Prayer Fife And Drum Corps. peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Bed Of Roses” by Statler Brothers peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Golden Years” by David Bowie peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Hang On To Your Life” by The Guess Who peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Hard Times” by Peter Skellern peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Have You Ever Seen The Rain?” by Creedence Clearwater Revival peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “I Cheat The Hangman” by The Doobie Brothers peaked at number 77 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Mama's Pearl” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Money Honey” by Bay City Rollers peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Take It Like A Man” by Bachman-Turner Overdrive peaked at number 24 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Temptation Eyes” by The Grass Roots peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Theme From 'Love Story'” by Henry Mancini And His Orchestra peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Tracks Of My Tears” by Linda Ronstadt peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Another Day” by Paul McCartney peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Everything's Tuesday” by Chairmen Of The Board peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Let's Do The Latin Hustle” by Eddie Drennon And Bbs Unlimited peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “London Boys” by T. Rex peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Love The One You're With” by Stephen Stills peaked at number 37 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Never Gonna Fall In Love Again” by Dana peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Other Side Of Me” by Andy Williams peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Seagull” by Rainbow Cottage peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Sweet Caroline (Good Times Never Seemed So Good)” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Who Put The Lights Out” by Dana peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Child's Play / Just Being You” by The Sherbs (as Sherbet) peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Don't Play Your Rock And Roll To Me / Talking Her Round” by Smokie peaked at number 50 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Really Don't Want To Know / There Goes My Everything” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 16 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “I Write The Songs / A Nice Boy Like Me” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “My Little Friend / Rock Jock” by David Day And Frens peaked at number 88 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Squeeze Box / Success Story” by The Who peaked at number 45 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “We Like Music Together / Dream Time Lover” by Davey Page peaked at number 77 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Wide Eyed And Legless / Halfway To Everything” by Andy Fairweather Low peaked at number 74 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Georgie” by Pussycat peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Hold Back The Night” by The Trammps peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Ich bin wie du” by Marianne Rosenberg peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Quiero” by Julio Iglesias peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Tangerine” by The Salsoul Orchestra peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “The Pushbike Song” by The Mixtures peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “The Resurrection Shuffle” by Ashton, Gardner And Dyke peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “What A Beautiful Day” by Big Mouth And Little Eve peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Why Did You Do It” by Stretch peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Your Song” by Elton John peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Ça va pas changer le monde” by Joe Dassin peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1976, “The Lies In Your Eyes” by The Sweet peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Vi bygger oss en båt” by Björn Skifs peaked at number 11 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Blanket On The Ground” by Billie Jo Spears peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Cracklin' Rosie” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Dolannes Melodie” by Jean-Claude Borelly peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Don't Play Your Rock And Roll To Me” by Smokey peaked at number 13 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Fly, Robin, Fly” by Silver Convention peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Für dich allein (Du kannst nicht alles haben)” by Roy Black peaked at number 15 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Hear You Knockin'” by Dave Edmunds' Rockpile peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “I Think I Love You” by The Partridge Family peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1976, “I'm On Fire” by 5000 Volts peaked at number 7 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “Ich bin verliebt in die Liebe” by Chris Roberts peaked at number 12 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Julie Anne” by Kenny peaked at number 12 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1976, “Morning Sky” by The George Baker Selection peaked at number 4 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1971, “My Sweet Lord” by George Harrison peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1976, “New York Groove” by Hello peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1976, “So a Dodl mid da Rodl” by Georg Danzer peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1976, “The Lies In Your Eyes” by The Sweet peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.
In 1976, “The Last Farewell (For You Are Beautiful)” by Roger Whittaker peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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