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In 1970, On Another World, Russ Matthews was upset when the expensive crib his wife, Rachel (Robin Strasser), ordered arrived. She tried to gain sympathy with tears but it didn't work.
In 1970, On Dark Shadows, Maggie (Kathryn Leigh Scott) noticed that someone has slipped a piece of paper underneath the door at Collinwood, which read, "You are not wanted here, now or never." The letter is signed by Angelique.
In 1970, Perhaps the greatest race-horse in history, Secretariat was foaled in Kentucky. Three years later, he would win the 1973 Triple Crown. Secretariat, went on to win the Triple crown of horse racing in 1973
In 1970, “Somerset”, TV Daytime Soap, debut on NBC at 4pm Eastern, 3pm Central and 2:30 Pacific times. Originally titled "Another World: Somerset," itwas a spinoff of “Another World,” which temporarily changed its name to "Another World: Bay City" and would, in 1980, spin off another soaper called “Texas.”
In 1971, The Bee Gees received a gold record certified by the RIAA for the single, “Lonely Days”. When playing it, they heard the song at a faster speed and said, “Hey, this sounds like disco!” and the rest was “Saturday Night Fever” music history…
In 1972, The nude ballet “Mutations” is given its U.S. premiere at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in New York City.
In 1973, ABCʹS “IN CONCERT” Appearing: AL GREEN (“LOVE AND HAPPINESS”, “CALL ME”), DR. HOOK, ERIC WEISSBURG and DELIVERANCE
In 1973, Eric Weissberg was at #1 on the country music album chart with Dueling Banjos. The song "Dueling Banjos" was made famous by the 1972 film Deliverance, (starring Jon Voight andBurt Reynolds), which also led to a successful lawsuit by the song's composer, as it was used in the film without his permission.
In 1973, THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL: Appearing are RAY CHARLES and ARETHA FRANKLIN (A BRAND NEW Maine).
In 1974, R.C., “Jet” by Paul McCartney and Wings peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
In 1976, The British punk group the Sex Pistols play their first show at Londonʹs 100 club, attracting only a reported 50 people to the venue where they would begin a weekly residency in June.
In 1977, Something different comes to NBC with the debut of “3 Girls 3,” a show-within-a-show thatʹs part variety and part sitcom and stars three not-for-long unknowns: Debbie Allen, Ellen Foley and Mimi Kennedy.
In 1977, The Eaglesʹ “Hotel California” sits atop the Billboard LP Chart
In 1978, AT THE MOVIES Disneyʹs “RETURN FROM WITCH MOUNTAIN” (Bette Davis, Christopher Lee)
In 1978, Paul Simonon and Topper Headon of the British political rock band “The Clash” were arrested in London for shooting pigeons from the roof of a rehearsal hall.
In 1979, “Sweepstakes”, TV Anthology, last aired on NBC. I guess they were no match for Ed McMahon and Dick Clarkʹs $10,000,000 sweepstakes.
In 1979, “Turnabout”, TV Comedy; last aired on NBC.
In 1979, "Buck Rogers in the 25th Century" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1974, “Honey Please, Don't Ya See” by Barry White peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “I'll Be The Other Woman” by Soul Children peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Jet” by Paul McCartney and Wings peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Might Just Take Your Life” by Deep Purple peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Skybird” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 75 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Sunshine On My Shoulders” by John Denver peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “There Won't Be Anymore” by Charlie Rich peaked at number 18 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Watching The River Run” by Kenny Loggins With Jim Messina peaked at number 71 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Do It Right” by Bob McBride peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Eres tú (Touch The Wind)” by Mocedades peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Finally (With You)” by Cooper Brothers peaked at number 46 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “I Like To Live The Love” by B.B. King peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Let Me Get To Know You” by Paul Anka peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Must Be Love” by The James Gang peaked at number 51 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo” by Rick Derringer peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “She” by Southcote peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Star” by Stealers Wheel peaked at number 12 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “There Won't Be Anymore” by Charlie Rich peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “We're Getting Careless With Our Love” by Johnnie Taylor peaked at number 67 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, ⏺ “Rock On” by David Essex peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Mockingbird” by Carly Simon and James Taylor peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “School Love” by Barry Blue peaked at number 11 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “The Most Beautiful Girl” by Charlie Rich peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, ⏺ “Jambalaya (On The Bayou)” by The Carpenters peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Daytona Demon / Roman Fingers” by Suzi Quatro peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Hitch A Ride On A Smile / If I Ruled The World” by Jamie Redfern peaked at number 20 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “The Last Time I Saw Him” by Diana Ross peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, ✪✪ “Smokin' In The Boys Room / Barefootin'” by Brownsville Station peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Devil Gate Drive” by Suzi Quatro peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Judy Teen” by Cockney Rebel peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Love's Theme” by Love Unlimited Orchestra peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1974, “My Coo-Ca-Choo” by Alvin Stardust peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1974, “Rebel Rebel” by David Bowie peaked at number 8 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1974, “You're Sixteen” by Ringo Starr peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.
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