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The 70's Datebook for July 27

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In 1972, “THE BOBBY DARIN AMUSEMENT COMPANY” Debut of this summer variety hour (replacing DEAN MARTIN for the next six weeks on NBC). The show was so well received that DARIN returned to the network with a similar show the next winter.

In 1974, R.C., “Annieʹs Song” by John Denver peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1974, R.C., “Donʹt Let The Sun Go Down On Me” by Elton John peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1974, R.C., “Radar Love” by Golden Earring peaked at #13 on the pop singles chart.

In 1974, R.C., “Rock Your Baby” by George McCrae peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1976, John Lennon was granted a green card for permanent residence in U.S.; this prevented him from leaving the U.S. as he would be unable to return. Lennonʹs immigration card number: A-17-597-321. The decision to allow Lennon to stay in the country ended a long struggle between the former Beatle and the U.S. Government. Johnʹs application to remain in the U.S. as a permanent resident is approved at a special hearing. The controversy had originally started when the Immigration service tried to use a 1968 British marijuana conviction as its basis to deny Lennonʹs request to settle in the U.S.

In 1976, Tina Turner files for divorce from Ike.

In 1976, AT THE MOVIES “LOGANʹS RUN” (Michael York); “MURDER BY DEATH”; “THE OMEN” (Gregory Peck)

In 1977, NBC 8 p.m./ET: “Orson Welles discovers the priceless treasures of ancient Egypt as he leads viewers to a golden shrine of King Tut in Tut: The Boy King.” Nine months later on that same network, Steve Martin sang about King Tut on “Saturday Night Live!”

In 1978, Although guests on “What Really Happened to the Class of '65?” include Meredith Baxter-Birney, Jane Curtin, Larry Hagman and Leslie Nielsen, not enough people care, so NBC cancels the drama anthology series.

In 1978, “James At 16”, TV General Drama, aka James at 15; last aired on NBC. Golly, I guess nobody cared if the show continued, I mean, how about James at thirtysomething in the late 1990s? Maybe James in a rest home in the 2030s?

In 1979, Alice Cooperʹs Indian art store in Scottsdale, Arizona is hit by a firebomb. Gone are $200,000 worth of artifacts and some of Cooperʹs gold records, which were stored in the back. Cooper said maybe a “disco-music freak” was to blame, because he had been making some “anti-disco remarks.”

In 1973, "The Last American Hero" was released by 20th Century Fox; Lamont Johnson (director); William Roberts, William Kerby (screenplay); Jeff Bridges, Valerie Perrine, Geraldine Fitzgerald, Ned Beatty, Gary Busey, Art Lund, Ed Lauter, William Smith II, Gregory Walcott, Tom Ligon, Lane Smith, Ernie Orsatti Jr., Erica Hagen, James Murphy

In 1979, "The Amityville Horror" was released by American International Pictures / Cinema 77 / Professional Films, Inc.; Stuart Rosenberg (director); Sandor Stern (screenplay); James Brolin, Margot Kidder, Rod Steiger, Murray Hamilton, Don Stroud, John Larch, Natasha Ryan, K.C. Martel, Meeno Peluce, Michael Sacks, Helen Shaver, Amy Wright, Val Avery, Elsa Raven, Irene Dailey, Eddie Barth, James Tolkan, Marc Vahanian, Ellen Saland; Horror; Live Action

In 1979, "A Force of One" was released by American Cinema Releasing; Paul Aaron (director); Pat E. Johnson, Ernest Tidyman (screenplay); Chuck Norris, Jennifer O'Neill, Clu Gulager, Ron O'Neal, Bill Wallace, Eric Laneuville, James Whitmore Jr., Clint Ritchie, Pepe Serna, Ray Vitte, Chu Chu Malave, Mel Novak, Kevin Geer, Karen Obediear, Taylor Lacher, Lisa James, Eugene Butler; Action, Martial Arts; Live Action

In 1979, "The Villain" was released by Columbia Pictures / Rastar; Hal Needham (director); Robert G. Kane (screenplay); Kirk Douglas, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Ann-Margret, Paul Lynde, Foster Brooks, Strother Martin, Ruth Buzzi, Jack Elam, Mel Tillis, Robert Tessier; Western, Comedy; Live Action

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “Annie's Song” by John Denver peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me” by Elton John peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Fish Ain't Bitin'” by Lamont Dozier peaked at number 26 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “It's Better To Have (And Don't Need)” by Don Covay peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Ma! He's Making Eyes At Me” by Lena Zavaroni peaked at number 91 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Put Out The Light” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Radar Love” by Golden Earring peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “Air Disaster” by Albert Hammond peaked at number 80 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Anytime Babe” by David Clayton-Thomas peaked at number 91 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “I've Had It” by Fancy peaked at number 62 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Jive Turkey” by The Ohio Players peaked at number 71 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Love Is The Message” by MFSB featuring The Three Degrees peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “One Hell Of A Woman” by Mac Davis peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Rebel Rebel” by David Bowie peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Rock and Roll Heaven” by The Righteous Brothers peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Rock Your Baby” by George McCrae peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Room Full Of Roses” by Mickey Gilley peaked at number 57 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Song For Anna (Chanson d'Anna)” by Herb Ohta peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “That Song Is Driving Me Crazy” by Tom T. Hall peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Waterloo” by ABBA peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “When Morning Comes” by Hoyt Axton peaked at number 72 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, “You've Got My Soul On Fire” by The Temptations peaked at number 47 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1974, ✪✪ “Workin' At The Car Wash Blues” by Jim Croce peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “Just Don't Want To Be Lonely” by Main Ingredient peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Ring Ring” by Björn and Benny, Anna and Frida (pre-ABBA) peaked at number 32 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Rock Your Baby” by George McCrae peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, “The Six Teens” by The Sweet peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, ⏺🤣 “Midnight At The Oasis” by Maria Muldaur peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, ✪✪ “My Girl Bill” by Jim Stafford peaked at number 20 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1974, ✪✪ “Tubular Bells (Theme From "The Exorcist")” by Mike Oldfield peaked at number 31 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “Burn, Baby, Burn / Angels” by Hudson-Ford peaked at number 94 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Early Morning / Early Morning (Daybreak)” by William Quills Orchestra peaked at number 52 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Haven't Got Time For The Pain / Mind On My Man” by Carly Simon peaked at number 74 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, “I'm Gonna Knock On Your Door / A Good Ole Mammy Song” by Jimmy Osmond peaked at number 93 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Jealous Mind / Guitar Star” by Alvin Stardust peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Take Good Care Of Her / I've Got A Thing About You Baby” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 90 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, “The Loco-Motion / Destitute and Losin'” by Grand Funk Railroad peaked at number 7 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Train Of Thought / Dixie Girl” by Cher peaked at number 84 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Who Do / Jean Sea” by Fox peaked at number 87 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Would You Lay With Me (In A Field Of Stone) / Forgive Me For Saying Forget Me” by Judy Stone peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Would You Lay With Me (In A Field Of Stone) / No Man's Land” by Tanya Tucker peaked at number 59 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, ✪✪ “My Girl Bill / I May Never Pass This Way Again” by Cash Backman peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1974, ✪✪ “Too Pooped To Pop / She, Tell Me What To Do” by The La De Da's peaked at number 24 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1974, “Am Abend kommen die Träume” by Imca Marina peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Band On The Run” by Paul McCartney and Wings peaked at number 7 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Music In The Air” by Us [NL1] peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Ooh I Do” by Lynsey De Paul peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1974, “Robbie” by Peter en zijn Rockets peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

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

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