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The 70's Datebook for August 8

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In 1970, Creedence Clearwater Revivalʹs “Looking Out My Back Door” was released.

In 1970, R.C., “Get Up (I Feel Like Being A) Sex Machine (part 1)” by James Brown peaked at #15 on the pop singles chart.

In 1970, R.C., “Ohio” by Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.

In 1970, R.C., “Signed, Sealed, Delviered Iʹm Yours” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.

In 1970, R.C., “Tighter, Tighter” by Alive and Kicking peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.

In 1970, “The Ray Stevens Show”, TV Variety; last aired on NBC.

In 1971, Woodsy Owl, Symbol Character, Give a Hoot, Donʹt Pollute.

In 1972, “Carlos Santana and Buddy Miles 'live'” album by Carlos Santana and Buddy Miles was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1973, On The Doctors, Dr. Mike Powers (Peter Burnell) continued to pop pills before picking up Penny Davis (Julia Duffy) so they could go watch the eclipse.

In 1974, Eric Clapton receives a gold record for “461 Ocean Boulevard.” Itʹs his comeback album and contains his number one version of “I Shot the Sheriff.”

In 1974, Faced with further eroding support bacause of the Watergate scandal, President Nixon announced in a nationally broadcast address that he would resign the following day. Nixonʹs decision followed new revealations of his direct involvement in the Watergate coverup.

In 1974, Prime-time television programming was disrupted when — in a speech from the White House — Richard Nixon became the first U.S. president to announce his resignation. He was facing impeachment over the Watergate scandal. Nixon left office the next day and Vice President Ford became president.

In 1975, READING ABOUT THE EAGLES Riding the success of “ONE OF THESE NIGHTS”, theyʹre profiled in a “TIME” article titled “Desert Singers”

In 1975, ROLLING STONES IN BUFFALO A sold out show before a crowd of more than 80,000 at RICH STADIUM in Buffalo closes out this yearʹs American tour.

In 1976, Bostonʹs debut LP is released by Epic and becomes the fastest-selling premiere in recent history, after every other major label rejects the demos.

In 1976, HOT NEW ALBUM! “DREAMBOAT ANNIE” from HEART also includes “MAGIC MAN” and “CRAZY ON YOU.”

In 1976, “BABY I LOVE YOUR WAY” PETER FRAMPTONʹs big hit this week helped earn his “FRAMPTON COMES ALIVE” a GRAMMY nomination as 1976's Album of the Year [which STEVIE WONDER wound up winning for “SONGS IN THE KEY OF LIFE”]

In 1977, READING ABOUT NEW MOVIES “NEWSWEEK” reviews “THE SPY WHO LOVED ME” and “THE BAD NEWS BEARS”

In 1977, READING ABOUT THE BEATLES “I WANT TO HOLD YOUR HAND- AGAIN” is a “TIME” report on the ongoing popularity of the BEATLES, including the success of the “LIVE AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL” album, Beatle fan fesitvals and the Broadway debut of “BEATLEMANIA”

In 1978, Odie The Dog first appeared on the Garfield comic strip.

In 1978, The old Hollywood sign was taken down to be replaced by a new one.

In 1978, The Pioneer-Venus Two probe with five atmospheric probes was launched toward Venus.

In 1978, “Boogie Oogie Oogie” single by A Taste Of Honey was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1978, “Take A Chance On Me” single by Abba was certified Gold by the RIAA

In 1978, “The Album” album by Abba was certified Platinum by the RIAA

In 1975, "Farewell, My Lovely" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

In 1975, "Journey into Fear" was released in movie theaters in Canada

U.S. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, “Black Hands And White Cotton” by Caboose peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Drop By My Place” by Carl Carlton peaked at number 78 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Get Up I Feel Like Being A Sex Machine” by James Brown peaked at number 15 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “It's Your Life” by Andy Kim peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Maybe” by The Three Degrees peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Ohio” by Crosby, Stills, Nash And Young peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Paper Mache” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Save Your Sugar For Me” by Tony Joe White peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Tighter, Tighter” by Alive And Kicking peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Westbound #9” by Flaming Ember peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, “(They Long To Be) Close To You” by The Carpenters peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Are You Ready?” by Pacific Gas And Electric peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Band Of Gold” by Freda Payne peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Cinnamon Girl” by Neil Young peaked at number 25 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Destiny” by José Feliciano peaked at number 77 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Doctor Tom” by Freedom peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “If Johnny Comes Marching Hone” by Goliath peaked at number 85 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “No Arms Can Ever Hold You” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 55 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “O-o-h Child” by Five Stairsteps peaked at number 3 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Pearl” by Tommy Roe peaked at number 57 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Silver Bird” by Mark Lindsay peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Steal Away” by Johnnie Taylor peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, ✪ “Lola” by The Kinks peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “A Song Of Joy (Himno A La Alegria)” by Miguel Rios peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “I'll Say Forever My Love” by Jimmy Ruffin peaked at number 7 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Lady D'Arbanville” by Cat Stevens peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Love Like A Man” by Ten Years After peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 15 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Where Are You Going To My Love” by Brotherhood Of Man peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, ✪ “Knock Knock Who's There?” by Liv Maessen peaked at number 2 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1970, “The Rhythm Of Life” by Diana Ross, The Supremes And The Temptations peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, “Goodbye Sam, Hello Samantha” by Cliff Richard peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1970, “Take To The Mountains” by Richard Barnes peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1970s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1970, “Elskede Michael” by Ingjerd Helén peaked at number 8 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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