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The 70's Datebook for April 24

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In 1970, On Dark Shadows, in the mausoleum, when Alexis Stokes (Lara Parker) touched Angelique Stokes Collins' arm, Angelique woke up and told her that it would be Alexis who will be destroyed.

In 1970, Ringo Starr released his first album “Sentimental Journey”

In 1971, Bill Wyman describes the Rolling Stonesʹ 16th LP, “Sticky Fingers,” as a move “back with the blues that made us.”

In 1971, Bob Welch joined Fleetwood Mac as singer/guitarist, the first of three Americans to join the band, resulting in an upturn in their fortune.

In 1971, R.C., “Eighteen” by Alice Cooper peaked at #21 on the pop singles chart.

In 1972, NOTE NATURE: one of John Lennonʹs most controversial singles, “Woman Is the N----- of the World,” is released. The song goes to #57 despite virtually every radio station in the country refusing to play it.

In 1974, BUD ABBOTT who teamed with LOU COSTELLO for one of Comedyʹs greatest teams of the 40s and 50s dies in Hollywood at age 78.

In 1974, David Bowieʹs LP “Diamond Dogs” was released with a censored cover. The original art featured Bowie as a dog showing the full anatomics of his representation.

In 1974, Grand Funk Railroad receives a gold record for their update of Little Evaʹs “The Loco-motion,” the biggest hit of ther career as it makes it to number one.

In 1974, Ray Stevens enjoys his biggest hit with “The Streak,” a well-timed funny look at the current craze among teenagers. The makes it to Number one next month.

In 1976, On NBCʹs “Saturday Night Live”, the host is RAQUEL WELCH with Musical Guests: PHOEBE SNOW and JOHN SEBASTIAN (“WELCOME BACK”). Among the sketches written that week, a piece called “The Planet of the Enormous Hooters,” the female cast members have huge prop breasts, and the host with her regular breasts, “is banished to earth, to live in anonymity, where her small breasts will go unnoticed.” Alas, Welch nixes the sketch, which does make it to air some thirteen years later, with “Saturday Night Live” host Dolly Parton. Also, Joseph Franklin (Dan Aykroyd) of the U.S. Council of Standards and Measurements explains the “Decabet,” the new metric alphabet consisting of ten letters. “A-B-C and D, our most popular letters, will remain the same. E and F, however, will be combined and graphically simplified to one character. The groupings G-H-I and L-M-N-O will be condensed to single letters. (Incidentally, a boon to those who always thought that L-M-N-O was one letter anyway.) And finally, the 'trash letters,' or P-Q-R-S-T-U-V-W-X-Y and Z, will be condensed” to one “easily identifiable dark character.”

In 1976, On the cover of TV Guide: “Beatrice Arthur of Maude”. Other Articles: Jacques Cousteau, Rich Little

In 1976, R.C., “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.

In 1976, The the number one selling album: is “WINGS AT THE SPEED OF SOUND” includes “SILLY LOVE SONGS” and “LET 'EM IN”

In 1977, Talking Heads begin its first European tour, supporting the Ramones.

In 1978, Paul Regina and Char Fontane star as “Joe and Valerie,” an NBC sitcom about love trying to blossom in the world of disco dancing.

In 1978, The Angels Nolan Ryan strikes out 15 Mariners — the twentieth time he has had 15 Kʹs in a game — in nine innings, but leaves without a decision. Seattle prevails 6-5 in the twelfth frame.

In 1978, “Card Sharks”, TV Game Show, debut on NBC. Also, “High Rollers” hosted by Alex Trebek returned to the NBC sked.

In 1978, “FM” album (soundtrack) was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1979, Ray Charles' "Georgia On My Mind" was proclaimed the state song of Georgia. The music to the song was written in 1930 by Hoagy Carmichael, who also recorded a version of the song in New York in the same year. Ray Charles, a native of Georgia, recorded it in 1960 on the album The Genius Hits the Road.

In 1971, "The Cat (France)" was released by Valoria Films; Pierre Granier-Deferre (director/screenplay); Pascal Jardin, Georges Simenon (screenplay); Jean Gabin, Simone Signoret, Annie Cordy, Jacques Rispal, Harry-Max, André Rouyer, Yves Barsacq, Nicole Desailly, Carlo Nell, Florence Haguenauer, Renate Birgo, Ermanno Casanova, Georges Mansart, Isabel del Río; Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Be My Baby” by Cissy Houston peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Can't Hide Love” by Earth, Wind And Fire peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Don't Change On Me” by Ray Charles peaked at number 36 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Empty Arms” by Sonny James peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Friends” by Elton John peaked at number 34 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Heavy Love” by David Ruffin peaked at number 47 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Heavy Makes You Happy” by The Staple Singers peaked at number 21 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Hey Baby” by Ted Nugent peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “I Play And Sing” by Tony Orlando And Dawn peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “I Wanna Be Free” by Loretta Lynn peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “I Wish I Were” by Andy Kim peaked at number 62 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “I Won't Mention It Again” by Ray Price peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “I'm Mandy - Fly Me” by 10cc peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Let's Make A Baby” by Billy Paul peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Livin' For The Weekend” by The O'Jays peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Lorelei” by Styx peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Love Hangover” by The 5th Dimension peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Someone Who Cares” by Kenny Rogers And The First Edition peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Sweet Love” by The Commodores peaked at number 5 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Tell The World How I Feel About Cha Baby” by Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “There's A Kind Of Hush (All Over The World)” by The Carpenters peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Words (Are Impossible)” by Donny Gerrard peaked at number 87 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Celia Of The Seals” by Donovan peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Come On Over” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Dream On” by Aerosmith peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Freedom Train” by Trials Of Jason Hoover peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Freedom” by Jimi Hendrix peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Got To Find Someone To Love” by Dee Higgins peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Hot Pants” by Salvage peaked at number 63 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “I Am...I Said” by Neil Diamond peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “I Think Of You” by Perry Como peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Joy To The World” by Three Dog Night peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Let Your Love Flow” by The Bellamy Brothers peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Livin' For The Weekend” by The O'Jays peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Lookin' For A Love” by Neil Young peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Man In Black” by Johnny Cash peaked at number 38 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “No Love At All” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Patricia” by Ronnie Hawkins peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Show Me The Way (Live)” by Peter Frampton peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Strange Magic” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 42 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “The Way I Feel” by Fotheringay peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Theme From 'Love Story' (Where Do I Begin)” by Andy Williams peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Tongue In Cheek” by Sugarloaf peaked at number 40 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “When You Dance I Can Really Love” by Neil Young peaked at number 54 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Wild World” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “(Where Do I Begin) Love Story” by Andy Williams peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Do You Know Where You're Going To” by Diana Ross peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Girls, Girls, Girls” by Sailor peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “If Not For You” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Mamma's Pearl” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 25 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Silvery Rain” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Something Old Something New” by Fantastics peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1976, “You Sexy Sugar Plum” by Roger Collins peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “Armstrong” by Reg Lindsay peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do / Stephen” by Neil Sedaka peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Fanny (Be Tender With My Love) / Country Lanes” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 61 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Girls In Our Town (The Other Newcastle Song) / Captain Jack” by Margret RoadKnight peaked at number 53 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1971, “I'll Be Gone” by Spectrum peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Let It Rock / Saturday Night / Revolution” by Skyhooks peaked at number 26 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Let The World Go Round / Country Lady” by The Executives peaked at number 68 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Living Off The Radio / Who Am I To Say?” by Bandicoot peaked at number 97 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Love To Love You, Baby / Need-a-Man Blues” by Donna Summer peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Silver Wings And Golden Rings / Then Give Him Back To Me” by Billie Jo Spears peaked at number 99 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1976, “The Lies In Your Eyes / Cockroach” by The Sweet peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, “1, 2, 3” by Catherine Ferry peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Banapple Gas” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Dancin' On The Table” by Spirit Of St. Louis peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Don't Let Love Bring You Down” by Limousine peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Europa (Earth's Cry Heaven's Smile)” by Santana peaked at number 29 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “I Love You Baby” by Albert West peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “If Not For You” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “In dulci jubilo” by Mike Oldfield peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Mama's Pearl” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “People Like You And People Like Me” by The Glitter Band peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Power To The People” by John Lennon And The Plastic Ono Band peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Save Your Kisses For Me” by Brotherhood Of Man peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Those Words” by Sandra And Andres peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Sweden 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, “Baretta's Theme (Keep Your Eye On The Sparrow)” by El Chicano peaked at number 7 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Disco Lady” by Johnnie Taylor peaked at number 15 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Fernando” by ABBA peaked at number 2 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Honey I (I'll Live My Life For You)” by George McCrae peaked at number 20 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Linda bella Linda” by Daniel Sentacruz Ensemble peaked at number 19 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

In 1976, “Save Your Kisses For Me” by Brotherhood Of Man peaked at number 6 on the Sweden pop singles chart.

Norway 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1971, “She's A Lady” by Tom Jones peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1971, “Stille døgn i Clichy” by Bjørn Morisse peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1976, “Djambo Djambo” by Peter, Sue And Marc peaked at number 6 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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