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In 1972, R.C., “I Canʹt Turn You Loose” by Edgar Winterʹs White Trash peaked at #81 on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, R.C., “Tumbling Dice” by Rolling Stones peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Troglodyte (Cave Man)” by Jimmy Castor entered the Top 40 chart.
In 1973, The Cavern Club in Liverpool, where The Beatles performed during the pre-invasion days, is pulled down.
In 1975, Paul McCartney released the LP “Venus and Mars”
In 1977, The City of New York fined “human fly” George H. Willig $1.10 — one penny for each of the 110 stories of the World Trade Center heʹd scaled the day before.
In 1977, The “Space Mountain” ride is dedicated in Tomorrowland, at Disneyland. Total cost was US20 million.
In 1977, Two weeks after signing the Sex Pistols, Virgin Records released “God Save the Queen” to conincide with Queen Elizabethʹs Silver Jubilee celebration in June. The tune is banned from British airplay because of its “treasonous sentiments.” Nonetheless, it becomes number one in the United Kingdom, listed in some reports with a blank line where the title should be. The record begins with “God save the Queen, she ainʹt no human being” as the opening lyrics.
In 1977, “Richard Pryorʹs Greatest Hits” album by Richard Pryor was released
In 1978, On the cover of TV Guide: “Phil Donahue”. Other Articles: Bob Hope, TV Show Drop-outs
In 1978, R.C., “Disco Inferno” by The Trammps peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.
In 1978, R.C., “Movin' Out (Anthonyʹs Song)” by Billy Joel peaked at #17 on the pop singles chart.
In 1978, R.C., “Tumbling Dice” by Linda Ronstadt peaked at #32 on the pop singles chart.
In 1978, The Rolling Stones release the “Miss You,” the first single from their upcoming album, Some Girls.
In 1979, “The Osmond Family Show”, TV Variety; last aired on ABC.
In 1970, "Watermelon Man" was released by Columbia Pictures; Melvin Van Peebles (director); Herman Raucher (screenplay); Godfrey Cambridge, Estelle Parsons, Howard Caine, D'Urville Martin, Mantan Moreland, Kay E. Kuter, Erin Moran, Emil Sitka, Karl Lukas, Paul H. Williams, Melvin Van Peebles, Kay Kimberley, Scott Garrett, Irving Selbst
In 1970, "The Out-of-Towners" was released by Paramount Pictures / Jalem Productions; Arthur Hiller (director); Neil Simon (screenplay); Jack Lemmon, Sandy Dennis, Sandy Baron, Anne Meara, Robert Nichols, Ann Prentiss, Ron Carey, Philip Bruns, Graham Jarvis, Carlos Montalbán, Pepe Hern, Johnny Brown, Dolph Sweet, Jack Crowder, Jon Korkes, Robert Walden, Richard Libertini, Paul Dooley, Anthony Holland, Billy Dee Williams, A.P. Westcott, Robert King, Bob Bennett
In 1977, "Cinderella" was released by Group 1; Michael Pataki (director); Frank Ray Perilli (screenplay); Cheryl Smith, Yana Nirvana, Marilyn Corwin, Jennifer Stace, Sy Richardson, Brett Smiley, Kirk Scott, Boris Moris, Pamela Stonebrook, Frank Ray Perilli; Musical, Comedy; Live Action
In 1977, "Desperate Living" was released by New Line Cinema / Dreamland; John Waters (director/screenplay); Liz Renay, Mink Stole, Edith Massey, Susan Lowe, Mary Vivian Pearce, Jean Hill, Cookie Mueller, Channing Wilroy, Ed Peranio, Paul Swift, George Figgs, Sharon Niesp, George Stover, Turkey Joe, Al Strapelli, Brook Blake, Karen Gerwig, Marina Melin; Comedy; Live Action
In 1977, "Smokey and the Bandit" was released by Universal Pictures / Rastar; Hal Needham (director); James Lee Barrett, Charles Shyer, Alan Mandel (screenplay); Burt Reynolds, Sally Field, Jerry Reed, Jackie Gleason, Mike Henry, Pat McCormick, Paul Williams, Macon McCalman, Michael McManus, Ben Jones, Joe Klecko, Hank Worden, Sonny Shroyer, Susan McIver, George Reynolds, Laura Lizer Sommers, Michael Mann, Lamar Jackson, Ronnie Gay, Quinnon Sheffield, Alfie Wise, Pat Hustis, Ingeborg Kjeldsen, Gene Witham, Susan Sindelar; Road, Action, Comedy; Live Action
In 1972, “An American Trilogy” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 66 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Disco Inferno” by The Trammps peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Everything Good Is Bad” by 100 Proof (Aged In Soul) peaked at number 45 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Hold On To The Night” by Starz peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “I Can't Turn You Loose” by The Edgar Winter Group peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “It's Late” by Queen peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Little Bitty Pretty One” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Look What You Done For Me” by Al Green peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Morning Has Broken” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Movin' Out (Anthony's Song)” by Billy Joel peaked at number 17 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Oh Girl” by The Chi-Lites peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Questions” by Bang (Trio) peaked at number 90 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Slippin' Into Darkness” by War peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Smilin'” by Sly and The Family Stone peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “The Young New Mexican Puppeteer” by Tom Jones peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Tumbling Dice” by Linda Ronstadt peaked at number 32 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Tumbling Dice” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1972, ✪✪ “Me and Julio Down By The Schoolyard” by Paul Simon peaked at number 22 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Count On Me” by Jefferson Starship peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Doctor My Eyes” by Jackson Browne peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Get Up, Get Out, Move On” by Fludd peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Isn't It Always Love” by Karla Bonoff peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Make The Sun Shine” by Ocean peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Red Red The Rocking Horse” by Buxton Kastle peaked at number 68 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Rockin' Robin” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Run, Run, Run” by Jo Jo Gunne peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Sweet Misery” by Teaze peaked at number 78 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Taxi” by Harry Chapin peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Vahevala” by Kenny Loggins With Jim Messina peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Wheel In The Sky” by Journey peaked at number 45 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Where Have You Been All My Life” by Fotomaker peaked at number 87 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, “With A Little Luck” by Paul McCartney and Wings peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, ✪✪ “Me and Julio Down By The Schoolyard” by Paul Simon peaked at number 6 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1978, ✪✪ “Werewolves Of London” by Warren Zevon peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Could It Be Forever” by David Cassidy peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Do It Do It Again” by Raffaella Carrà peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Don't Let Him Touch You” by Angelettes peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Don't Take It Lyin' Down” by The Dooleys peaked at number 60 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Eddie Vortex” by Steve Gibbons Band peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “If I Can't Have You” by Yvonne Elliman peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Jupiter” by Earth, Wind and Fire peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Little Piece Of Leather” by Donnie Elbert peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Look What You've Done For Me” by Al Green peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “More Than A Woman” by Tavares peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Only Loving Does It” by Guys and Dolls peaked at number 42 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Presence Dear” by Blondie peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Up Against The Wall” by Tom Robinson Band peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, ✪✪ “Leeds United” by Leeds United FC peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, ✪✪ “Me and Julio Down By The Schoolyard” by Paul Simon peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Crazy Mama” by J.J. Cale peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Heart Of Gold” by Neil Young peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Heaven / Here's Monday” by Bonnie Tyler peaked at number 96 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Standing In The Rain / Same Old Thing” by John Paul Young peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1978, “The Way You Do The Things You Do / I Feel The Burden (Being Lifted off My Shoulders)” by Rita Coolidge peaked at number 74 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Wuthering Heights / Kite” by Kate Bush peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Dust In The Wind” by Kansas peaked at number 36 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Ebony Eyes” by Bob Welch peaked at number 9 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1978, “If I Can't Have You” by Yvonne Elliman peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Movin' Out (Anthony's Song)” by Billy Joel peaked at number 31 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Night Fever” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.
In 1978, “In Hollywood (Everybody Is A Star)” by Village People peaked at number 27 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Iron Horse” by Christie peaked at number 13 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Night Fever” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Substitute” by Clout peaked at number 2 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1972, “Vahevala” by Kenny Loggins With Jim Messina peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Parlez-vous français?” by Baccara peaked at number 8 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1978, ✪✪ “Ça plane pour moi” by Plastic Bertrand peaked at number 12 on the Sweden pop singles chart.
In 1978, “Night Fever” by The Bee Gees peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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