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In 1971, COVER OF “LIFE” JANE FONDA is pictured. The caption: “BUSY REBEL…PUSHER OF CAUSES”
In 1971, The Rolling Stones released “Sticky Fingers” LP, the first on Rolling Stones Records. Cover design is by Andy Warhol. Decca releases “Stone Age” LP.
In 1972, Jerry Lee Lewis was at #1 on the Billboard Country Singles chart with "Chantilly Lace." Written by Jerry Foster, Bill Rice, and The Big Bopper, who released the song in 1958, the song depicts one side of a flirting telephone conversation, with a young man talking about what he likes about his girlfriend.
In 1972, Two U.S. Apollo 16 astronauts blast off from the moon and rejoin command ship for journey back to Earth.
In 1975, HALL and OATES CHANGE LABELS “VARIETY” reports that the duo whoʹd yet to enjoy a big hit, has signed with RCA Records, at the expiration of their ATLANTIC deal
In 1975, South Vietnamʹs cabinet resigns as panic grips Saigon and U.S. President Gerald Ford declares that the Vietnam War is over.
In 1975, “Philadelphia Freedom” single by Elton John was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1976, THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Host JANIS IAN plus JOAN BAEZ, ELO, LARRY GROCE (“JUNK FOOD JUNKIE”), a salute to CAT STEVENS
In 1976, “Ramones,” the debut album of the punk rock group, was released by Sire Records.
In 1977, Doctor Allen Bussey completes 20,302 yo-yo loops.
In 1977, KENNY ROGERS MUSIC CAREER IS REVIVED! “LUCILLE” enters the BILLBOARD Top 40 chart, his first hit song since 1970's “SOMETHINGS BURNING” and “TELL IT ALL BROTHER.”
In 1977, R.C., “Deeply” by Anson Williams peaked at #93 on the pop singles chart. He played Potsie in the TV series “Happy Days” on ABC.
In 1977, R.C., “Donʹt Leave Me This Way” by Thelma Houston peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. It was later covered by the Communards.
In 1977, R.C., “N.Y. You Got Me Dancing” by Andrea True Connection peaked at #28 on the pop singles chart.
In 1977, TVʹS “SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE” Host: ERIC IDLE; Musical Guest: Animals founder ALAN PRICE
In 1978, HOT NEW ALBUM Debut album from “EDDIE MONEY”
In 1978, It snows for both the first and last time at Southfork ranch on “Dallas.”
In 1978, Sex Pistol Sid Vicious in an artificially deep voice covered Frank Sinatraʹs signature tune “My Way” as filming progressed on the notorious feature film starring that punk/rock group. “The Great Rock n' Roll Swindle.”
In 1979, COVER OF PEOPLE BURT REYNOLDS
In 1979, Tom Kennedy has a simple new game on CBS. Just block the charger with penalty boxes, hope they donʹt use the long shot, and answer all the bloopers in the Gauntlet of Villains. Did I say this was easy to explain? This is enough to make me say “Whew!” Itʹs a game of “Close calls…Narrow escapes…Split-second decisions…And $25,000 in cash!”
In 1979, “Disco Nights (rock Freak)” single by G.Q. was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1979, “How The West Was Won”, TV Western Drama, last aired on ABC. Everybody already knew how, apparently.
In 1971, "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song" was released by Cinemation Industries / Yeah, Inc.; Melvin Van Peebles (director/screenplay); Melvin Van Peebles, John Dullaghan, Rhetta Hughes, John Amos, Mario Van Peebles, Hubert Scales, Simon Chuckster, West Gale, Niva Rochelle, Nick Ferrari, Ed Rue, Lavelle Roby, Ted Hayden; Blaxploitation, Action, Crime, Drama; Live Action
In 1977, “Deeply” by Anson Williams peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Don't Leave Me This Way” by Thelma Houston peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Down To The Station” by B.W. Stevenson peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “N.Y., You Got Me Dancing” by The Andrea True Connection peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Sing” by Tony Orlando And Dawn peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “There Will Come A Day” by Smokey Robinson peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Old-Fashioned Boy (You're The One)” by Stallion peaked at number 63 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Enjoy Yourself” by The Jacksons peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “I Don't Want To Put A Hold On You” by Berni Flint peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Red Light Spells Danger” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Rock Bottom” by Lynsey De Paul And Mike Moran peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Say You'll Stay Until Tomorrow” by Tom Jones peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Southern Nights” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 28 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Together” by O.C. Smith peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Don't Give Up On Us / Black Bean Soup” by David Soul peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “If Not You / Bad Eye Bill” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 69 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Lay It All Down / Whole Lot More” by Jon English peaked at number 46 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Life Is Music / Lady Luck” by The Ritchie Family peaked at number 55 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Weekend In New England / Say The Words” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 73 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Go Your Own Way” by Fleetwood Mac peaked at number 23 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1977, “I Like To Do It” by K.C. And The Sunshine Band peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1977, “I've Got Love On My Mind” by Natalie Cole peaked at number 22 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Moody Blue” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 5 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Night Moves” by Bob Seger And The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 39 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Sam” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 16 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Say You'll Stay Until Tomorrow” by Tom Jones peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Year Of The Cat” by Al Stewart peaked at number 15 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1977, “My Broken Souvenirs” by Pussycat peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Save The Last Dance For Me” by The Cats peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “They Shoot Horses Don't They” by Racing Cars peaked at number 21 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Skagerack” by Scafell Pike peaked at number 20 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1977, “Åh vilken sång” by Greta And Malou peaked at number 13 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
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