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The 70's Datebook for May 18

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In 1970, The Beatlesʹ “Let It Be” LP was released in the U.S.A.

In 1972, John Sebastian made 63 consecutive free throws while blindfolded.

In 1972, “Me And The Chimp”, TV Comedy, last aired on CBS. Iʹll admit it: it was no Lancelot Link!

In 1974, On the cover of TV Guide: “Lee Majors as the Six Million Dollar Man”. Other Articles: Johnny Carson, Mildred Natwick

In 1974, R.C., “Dancing Machine” by Jackson Five peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1974, R.C., “The Streak” by Ray Stevens peaked at number one on the pop singles chart. “The Streak” started a three-week run. The novelty tune by Ray Stevens, was about people running “nekkid” where they shouldnʹt be “nekkid”, like, in public. It was the second number one hit for the comedian who made numerous appearances on the “Andy Williams” TV show in the late 1960s, as well as his own show in the summer of 1970. His first number one hit, just prior to “The Streak” was “Everything Is Beautiful”. Both songs won gold records, as did his comedic “Gitarzan”, a top ten hit in 1969. Stevens has been the top novelty recording artist of the past three decades. “Booga-da, booga, da!”

In 1974, Release: Bachman-Turner Overdriveʹs single “Taking Care Of Business”

In 1975, TVʹS “CHER” Musical Guests: HUDSON BROTHERS

In 1978, “The Buddy Holly Story,” a film starring Gary Busey as Holly, has its world premiere in nine different Texas and Oklahoma cities. Gary Busey was nominated for an Oscar the following year.

In 1979, THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Hosts JOURNEY (“LOVIN', TOUCHIN', SQUEEZIN'”) plus the JACKSONS, HERBIE HANCOCK, ANITA WARD

In 1971, "The Abominable Dr. Phibes" was released by American International Pictures; Robert Fuest (director/screenplay); William Goldstein, James Whiton (screenplay); Vincent Price, Joseph Cotten, Peter Jeffrey, Virginia North, Hugh Griffith, Terry-Thomas, Derek Godfrey, Norman Jones, John Cater, Aubrey Woods, John Laurie, Maurice Kaufmann, Sean Bury, Susan Travers, David Hutcheson, Edward Burnham, Alex Scott, Peter Gilmore, Caroline Munro; Comedy, Horror; Live Action

In 1977, "Handle with Care" was released by Paramount Pictures; Jonathan Demme (director); Paul Brickman (screenplay); Paul Le Mat, Candy Clark, Bruce McGill, Roberts Blossom, Richard Bright, Charles Napier, Ann Wedgeworth, Marcia Rodd, Ed Begley Jr., Harry Northup, Will Seltzer, Alix Elias, Michael Rothman, Michael Mahler, Leila Smith; Comedy; Live Action

In 1977, "Joseph Andrews" was released by United Artists / Paramount Pictures / Woodfall Film Productions; Tony Richardson (director); Chris Bryant (screenplay); Ann-Margret, Peter Firth, Michael Hordern, Beryl Reid, Jim Dale, Beryl Reid, Natalie Ogle, John Gielgud, Hugh Griffith, Peter Bull, Karen Dotrice, Peggy Ashcroft, James Villiers, Timothy West, Wendy Craig, Ronald Pickup, Penelope Wilton, Kenneth Cranham, Norman Rossington, Patsy Rowlands; Period, Comedy; Live Action

In 1978, "The Buddy Holly Story" was released by Columbia Pictures; Steve Rash (director); Robert Gittler (screenplay); Gary Busey, Don Stroud, Charles Martin Smith, Conrad Janis, William Jordan, Maria Richwine, Amy Johnston, Dick O'Neill, Fred Travalena, Neva Patterson, Arch Johnson, Gailard Sartain, Albert Popwell, Paul Mooney, Stymie Beard, John Goff, Gloria Irizarry, Jody Berry, Richard Kennedy, Jim Beach, Freeman King, Craig White, Jerry Zaremba, Gilbert Melgar; Biography; Live Action

In 1979, "Hanover Street" was released by Columbia Pictures / Hanover Street Productions; Peter Hyams (director/screenplay); Harrison Ford, Lesley-Anne Down, Christopher Plummer, Alec McCowen, Richard Masur, Michael Sacks, John Ratzenberger, Jay Benedict, Patsy Kensit, Max Wall, Shane Rimmer, Sherrie Hewson, Eric Stine, Jeff Hawke; War, Romance; Live Action

In 1979, "Over the Edge" was released by Orion Pictures; Jonathan Kaplan (director); Charles S. Haas, Tim Hunter (screenplay); Michael Kramer, Matt Dillon, Pamela Ludwig, Vincent Spano, Harry Northup, Tom Fergus, Andy Romano, Ellen Geer, Richard Jamison, Julia Pomeroy; Coming-of-Age, Crime, Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, ✪ “The Streak” by Ray Stevens peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “After Midnight” by Maggie Bell peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Dancing Machine” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Mighty Mighty” by Earth, Wind And Fire peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Something” by Johnny Rodriguez peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Standing At The End Of The Line” by Lobo peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Teenage Love Affair” by Rick Derringer peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “The Entertainer” by Marvin Hamlisch peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, ✪ “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 96 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, ✪ “Tubular Bells (Theme From "The Exorcist")” by Mike Oldfield peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Just Don't Want To Be Lonely” by Main Ingredient peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Keep It In The Family” by Leon Haywood peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Loving You” by Johnny Nash peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Stagger Lee” by Teen Angel And The Rockin' Rebels peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “The Show Must Go On” by Three Dog Night peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Under The Influence Of Love” by Love Unlimited peaked at number 78 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Werewolf” by The Five Man Electrical Band peaked at number 28 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Who Is He, And What Is He To You” by Creative Source peaked at number 56 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, ✪ “Spiders And Snakes” by Jim Stafford peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “America” by David Essex peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Behind Closed Doors” by Charlie Rich peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Don't Stay Away Too Long” by Peters And Lee peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “For Old Times Sake” by Millican And Nesbitt peaked at number 38 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Sugar Baby Love” by The Rubettes peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Tom The Peeper” by Act One peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Year Of Decision” by The Three Degrees peaked at number 13 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “Hooked On A Feeling / Pinewood Rally” by Blue Swede peaked at number 4 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Mockingbird / Grown Up” by Carly Simon And James Taylor / Carly Simon peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, “The Show Must Go On / Tomorrow” by Leo Sayer peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “Jack Of Diamond” by The Walkers peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, ✪ “Jambalaya (On The Bayou)” by The Carpenters peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Charly” by Santabarbara peaked at number 18 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Dan The Banjo Man” by Dan The Banjo Man peaked at number 11 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Das Tor zum Garten der Träume” by Bernd Clüver peaked at number 16 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Du kannst nicht immer siebzehn sein” by Chris Roberts peaked at number 10 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “O sole mio” by Peter Alexander peaked at number 17 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Shady Lady” by Shepstone And Dibbens peaked at number 20 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Spaniens Gitarren” by Cindy And Bert peaked at number 9 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Tiger Feet” by Mud peaked at number 6 on the Austria pop singles chart.

Norway 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “I'm A Train” by Albert Hammond peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “This Flight Tonight” by Nazareth peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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