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The 70's Datebook for August 5

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In 1971, COVER OF ROLLING STONE JIM MORRISON (tribute)

In 1972, AMERICAN BANDSTAND Guests: LOOKING GLASS (“BRANDY”) and LUTHER INGRAM (“IF LOVING YOU IS WRONG”) on the show marking BANDSTANDʹs 15th Anniversary on ABC

In 1972, MORE POPULAR IN ENGLAND THAN AT HOME ALICE COOPERʹs “SCHOOLʹS OUT” starts a three-week run at number one on the British charts…(in the U.S., it peaked at number seven)

In 1972, R.C., “Beat Me Daddy Eight To The Bar” by Commander Cody peaked at #81 on the pop singles chart.

In 1972, R.C., “Daddy Donʹt You Walk So Fast” by Wayne Newton peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.

In 1972, R.C., “Layla” (long version) by Eric Clapton peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.

In 1972, The Moody Bluesʹ “Nights In White Satin” was rereleased. It was first released in 1967 and appeared on their album “Days of Future Passed.”

In 1976, “Whatʹs Happening!!”, TV Comedy; debut on ABC. Smack in the middle of rerun season, ABC strikes gold with a character named “Rerun” — Fred Berry, the rotund center of the hit urban comedy Whatʹs Happening!! Started as a summer replacement, the show lasts three seasons.

In 1977, Josh Taylor debuted as Chris Kositchek in Days of our Lives. Brooke Bundy aired for the final time that day as Rebecca North. Taylor played Chris until 1987 then returned to Days in 1997 as a recast Roman Brady, a role he continues to play to this day.

In 1977, TVʹS “A YEAR AT THE TOP” Debut on CBS-TV of the Norman Lear sitcom starring PAUL SHAFER and GREG EVIAN as a musical duo who make a deal with the devil for a year of fame.

In 1978, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of The Jeffersons”. Other Articles: Victoria Wyndham, 20/20

In 1978, R.C., “I Need To Know” by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers peaked at #41 on the pop singles chart.

In 1978, R.C., “Miss You” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number one on the pop singles chart; a disco version was also available.

In 1978, The NFL played for the first time in Mexico City, with the Saints defeating the Eagles 14-7 in a preseason game.

In 1979, HOT NEW ALBUM “LOW BUDGET” from the KINKS includes “WISH I COULD FLY LIKE SUPERMAN”

In 1971, "The Love Machine" was released by Columbia Pictures / Sujac Productions / Frankovich Productions; Jack Haley Jr. (director); Samuel Taylor (screenplay); John Phillip Law, Dyan Cannon, Robert Ryan, Jackie Cooper, David Hemmings, Jodi Wexler, William Roerick, Maureen Arthur, Shecky Greene, Clinton Greyn, Sharon Farrell, Alexandra Hay, Eve Bruce, Greg Mullavey, Gene Baylos, Ben Lessy, Edith Atwater, Elizabeth St. Clair, Claudia Jennings, Mary Collinson, Madeleine Collinson, Jerry Dunphy, Michael Jackson, Ted Meyer; Drama; Live Action

In 1977, "March or Die" was released by Columbia Pictures / ITC Entertainment; Dick Richards (director); David Zelag Goodman (screenplay); Gene Hackman, Terence Hill, Max von Sydow, Ian Holm, Catherine Deneuve, Jack O'Halloran, Rufus, Marcel Bozzuffi, Liliane Rovère, André Penvern, Paul Sherman, Vernon Dobtcheff, Marne Maitland, Gigi Bonos, Wolf Kahler, Jean Champion, Walter Gotell, Arnold Diamond, Guy Deghy, Eve Brenner, Margaret Modlin, Mathias Hell, Paul Antrim, Maurice Arden, Albert Woods, Villena; War, Drama; Live Action

In 1979, "Meetings with Remarkable Men" was released by Enterprise Pictures Ltd.; Peter Brook (director); G.I. Gurdjieff, Jeanne de Salzmann (screenplay); Dragan Maksimović, Terence Stamp, Mikica Dimitrijevic, Warren Mitchell, Athol Fugard, David Markham, Natasha Parry, Colin Blakely, Grégoire Aslan, Tom Fleming, Andrew Keir, Donald Sumpter, Gerry Sundquist, Martin Benson, Bruce Purchase, Roger Lloyd-Pack; Biography, Drama; Live Action

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, ✪ “Beat Me, Daddy, Eight To The Bar” by Commander Cody peaked at number 81 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1978, ✪ “Big Foot” by Rick Dees peaked at number 110 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “(If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want To Be Right” by Luther Ingram peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Can We Still Be Friends” by Todd Rundgren peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Couldn't I Just Tell You” by Todd Rundgren peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Daddy Don't You Walk So Fast” by Wayne Newton peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Delta Dawn” by Tanya Tucker peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Goodbye Again” by John Denver peaked at number 92 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Hold Her Tight” by The Osmonds peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “I Miss You” by Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “I Need To Know” by Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “I've Had Enough” by Paul McCartney And Wings peaked at number 25 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Layla” by Derek And The Dominoes peaked at number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Look What They've Done To My Song, Ma” by Ray Charles peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Miss You” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Ready Or Not” by Helen Reddy peaked at number 73 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Rip Off” by Laura Lee peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “That's What Friends Are For” by B.J. Thomas peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Turn On Your Love Light” by Jerry Lee Lewis peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1972, “We've Come Too Far To End It Now” by Smokey Robinson And The Miracles peaked at number 46 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1978, ✪ “King Tut” by Steve Martin And The Toot Uncommons peaked at number 23 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Conquistador” by Procol Harum With The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Down On Me” by Janis Joplin peaked at number 74 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “FM (No Static At All)” by Steely Dan peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Lookin' Through The Windows” by The Jackson 5 peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “New Orleans Ladies” by Le Roux (Louisiana's Le Roux) peaked at number 66 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Prove It All Night” by Bruce Springsteen peaked at number 57 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Ride Johnny Ride” by Mashmakhan peaked at number 84 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Runaway” by Jefferson Starship peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Sunshine Morning / Reflections Of My Childhood” by Frank Mills peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1972, “The Runway” by The Grass Roots peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1978, “You Can't Dance” by England Dan And John Ford Coley peaked at number 62 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, “Automatically Sunshine” by The Supremes peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Don't Stop Now” by Gene Farrow peaked at number 71 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “It's The Same Old Song” by K.C. And The Sunshine Band peaked at number 47 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Life's Been Good” by Joe Walsh peaked at number 14 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Lovin' Livin' Givin'” by Diana Ross peaked at number 54 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Only You Can Rock Me” by U.F.O. peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Substitute” by Clout peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Wild West Hero” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, ✪ “Troglodyte (Cave Man)” by The Jimmy Castor Bunch peaked at number 13 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1978, “(You And Me And) Love In The Morning / Leaving Love Behind” by Paul O'Gorman peaked at number 54 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Is This Love / Crisis” by Bob Marley And The Wailers peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Just One More Night / Up In The Balcony” by Yellow Dog peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Turn The Beat Around / Lack Of Respect” by Vicki Sue Robinson peaked at number 28 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Warm Ride / Would You Like To Come Along?” by Rare Earth peaked at number 68 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1978, “Miss You” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 8 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Still The Same” by Bob Seger And The Silver Bullet Band peaked at number 20 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Warm Ride” by Graham Bonnet peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1978, “You Took The Words Right Out Of My Mouth (Hot Summer Night)” by Meat Loaf peaked at number 2 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1978, ✪ “I Must Be In Love” by The Rutles peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, ✪ “The Candy Man” by Sammy Davis, Jr. With The Mike Curb Congregation peaked at number 28 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Got A Feeling” by Patrick Juvet peaked at number 17 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Hoe je heette dat ben ik vergeten” by Corry peaked at number 30 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Ich fang' für euch den Sonnenschein” by Tony Marshall peaked at number 23 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Langzaam sneller gaan” by Nico Haak peaked at number 18 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Let's All Chant” by The Michael Zager Band peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “My Lady Of Spain” by The Classics peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Niemand heeft je ooit gezien” by Helga [NL] peaked at number 26 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Oh Darling” by Theo Diepenbrock peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “Sing Along” by Mac And Katie Kissoon peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Thank God It's Friday” by Love And Kisses peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1972, “We're On Our Way” by Chris Hodge peaked at number 25 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1978, “Wek me voordat je gaat” by Rita Hovink peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1972, “Could It Be Forever” by David Cassidy peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1978, “Argentina” by Conquistador peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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