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In 1973, George Lucasʹs “American Graffiti” motion picture set in the late summer of 1962 and featuring a soundtrack of 50s rock ʹn roll classics was officially released (it had a preview in June). It starred a whole bunch of actors who would later get jobs on TV and do more movie work; it featured Ron Howard who later went on to Happy Days and then directing many critically acclaimed movies, Richard Dreyfuss who was made a star, Candy Clark, Bo Hopkins (later Dynasty), Cindy Williams (Laverne and Shirley), Harrison Ford (Star Wars, Indiana Jones), Suzanne Somers (Threeʹs Company, Step By Step), Paul LeMat, Joe Spano, Mackenzie Phillips (One Day At A Time), Debralee Scott (Welcome Back Kotter), Susan Richardson (Eight Is Enough) and “Wolfman Jack” (Midnight Special).
In 1973, R.C., “Live And Let Die” by Wings peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.
In 1973, R.C., “Lord, Mr. Ford” by Jerry Reed peaked at #68 on the pop singles chart.
In 1973, R.C., “Monster Mash” by Bobby “Boris” Pickett and The Cryptkickers reentered the chart and peaked at number ten on the pop singles chart.
In 1973, R.C., “Uneasy Rider” by Charlie Daniels peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.
In 1973, At a house party in the Bronx, 18-year-old DJ Kool Herc began extending the musical breaks of the records he was playing and speaking over the beat, marking the (unofficial) birth of hip-hop music.
In 1974, HOT NEW ALBUM The “HOLLIES” self-titled LP includes “THE AIR THAT I BREATHE”
In 1975, AT THE MOVIES “THE FORTUNE” (Warren Beatty, Jack Nicholson); “JAWS”; “WHITE LINE FEVER” (Jan-Michael Vincent)
In 1975, COVER OF PEOPLE SONNY BONO (and the quote “Cher always calls me when sheʹs in trouble”)
In 1975, READING ABOUT JACK NICHOLSON In a “NEWSWEEK” article titled “Back In The Saddle”
In 1976, Keith Moon, drummer for the Who, collapsed and was hospitalized in Miami.
In 1977, The final episode Australian soap opera Number 96 aired on Network Ten. Among its many claims to fame during a successful five-year run, the series was the first in Australia to feature an openly gay character.
In 1978, On Another World, Pat (Beverly Penberthy) updated Dennis on Rachel's condition. Rachel Cory (Victoria Wyndham) had just given birth to a baby daughter, Amanda, four weeks before her due date.
In 1978, THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL A rerun hosted by NEIL YOUNG; plus EMMYLOU HARRIS, JESSE WINCHESTER, LITTLE FEAT, WEATHER REPORT, BONNIE RAITT (“RUNAWAY”)
In 1979, On the cover of TV Guide: “soap idol Rod Arrants of Search of Tomorrow”. Other Articles: Marla Gibbs, Love Boat
In 1979, R.C., “I Was Made For Lovin' You” by Kiss peaked at #11 on the pop singles chart.
In 1979, R.C., “The Main Event/Fight” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number three on the pop singles chart.
In 1979, R.C., “When Youʹre In Love With A Beautiful Woman” by Doctor Hook peaked at number six on the pop singles chart.
In 1979, The number one selling album: is “GET THE KNACK” includes “MY SHARONA”
In 1971, "The Hired Hand" was released by Universal Pictures / The Pando Company; Peter Fonda (director); Alan Sharp (screenplay); Peter Fonda, Warren Oates, Verna Bloom, Severn Darden, Ann Doran, Ted Markland, Michael McClure, Robert Pratt, Rita Rogers, Owen Orr, Al Hopson, Megan Denver, Gray Johnson; Drama, Western; Live Action
In 1973, "American Graffiti" was released by Universal Pictures / Lucasfilm Ltd. / The Coppola Company; George Lucas (director/screenplay); Gloria Katz, Willard Huyck (screenplay); Richard Dreyfuss, Ron Howard, Paul Le Mat, Charles Martin Smith, Candy Clark, Mackenzie Phillips, Cindy Williams, Wolfman Jack, Bo Hopkins, Manuel Padilla Jr., Harrison Ford, Lynne Marie Stewart, Terry McGovern, Kathleen Quinlan, Scott Beach, Jana Bellan, Susan Richardson, Kay Ann Kemper, Joe Spano, Debralee Scott, Suzanne Somers
In 1978, "Girlfriends" was released by Warner Bros. / Cyclops Films; Claudia Weill (director); Vicki Polon (screenplay); Melanie Mayron, Anita Skinner, Eli Wallach, Christopher Guest, Bob Balaban, Amy Wright, Viveca Lindfors, Mike Kellin, Roderick Cook, Kathryn Walker, Kristoffer Tabori, Jane Anderson, Tanya Berezin, Kenneth McMillan, Gina Rogak, Jean De Baer, Nancy Mette, Stacey Lomoe-Smith, Norma Mayron; Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1978, "Who'll Stop the Rain" was released by United Artists / Katzka-Jaffe; Karel Reisz (director); Judith Rascoe, Robert Stone (screenplay); Nick Nolte, Tuesday Weld, Michael Moriarty, Anthony Zerbe, Richard Masur, Ray Sharkey, Gail Strickland, Charles Haid, David Opatoshu, Joaquín Martínez, James Cranna, Timothy Blake, Shelby Balik, Jean Howell, José Carlos Ruiz; War; Live Action
In 1973, “Didn't I” by Sylvia peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Going Through The Motions” by Hot Chocolate peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Hang Loose” by Mandrill peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “I Was Made For Lovin' You” by KISS peaked at number 11 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Last Of The Singing Cowboys” by The Marshall Tucker Band peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Live and Let Die” by Paul McCartney and Wings peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Sylvia” by Focus peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “The Main Event/Fight” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “We've Got Love” by Peaches and Herb peaked at number 44 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “When You're In Love With A Beautiful Woman” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 6 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, ✪✪ “Lord, Mr. Ford” by Jerry Reed peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1973, ✪✪ “Uneasy Rider” by The Charlie Daniels Band peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Amanda” by Waylon Jennings peaked at number 67 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Bad Girls” by Donna Summer peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Blockbuster” by The Sweet peaked at number 30 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Blue Feeling” by Snakeye peaked at number 54 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Body Party” by Gaye Evers peaked at number 96 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” by Bette Midler peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Diamond Girl” by Seals and Crofts peaked at number 13 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “I Want You To Want Me” by Cheap Trick peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Kiss In The Dark” by Pink Lady peaked at number 64 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Light My Fire / 137 Disco Heaven” by Amii Stewart peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Long Live Rock” by The Who peaked at number 70 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Makin' It” by David Naughton peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Searchin'” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 90 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Shine A Little Love” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Spending My Time” by Chad Allen peaked at number 79 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Vengeance” by Carly Simon peaked at number 94 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Whole Lotta Your Love” by Lee Hurst peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, ✪✪ “Money” by Pink Floyd peaked at number 18 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, ✪✪ “Roland The Roadie and Gertrude The Groupie” by Dr. Hook and The Medicine Show peaked at number 74 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, ✪✪ “Smoke On The Water” by Deep Purple peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Bad Bad Boy” by Nazareth peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Born To Be Alive” by Patrick Hernandez peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Conscious Man” by Jolly Brothers peaked at number 46 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Going Through The Motions” by Hot Chocolate peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Hypnosis” by Mud peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Lady Writer” by Dire Straits peaked at number 51 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Rock Around The Clock” by Telex peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “The Diary Of Horace Wimp” by Electric Light Orchestra peaked at number 8 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, “The Free Electric Band” by Albert Hammond peaked at number 19 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1973, ✪✪ “The Ying Tong Song” by The Goons peaked at number 9 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Are You Ready For Love (Parts 1 and 2)” by Elton John peaked at number 63 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Hot Love / Love Stealer” by Russell Morris peaked at number 48 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1973, “I'm Leaving You / Time After Time” by Engelbert Humperdinck peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Je t'aime (I Love You) / Last Tango in Paris” by Abigail peaked at number 10 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Kodachrome / Tenderness” by Paul Simon peaked at number 43 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Rings / Come Hear My Song” by Normie Rowe peaked at number 36 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Shooting Star / Talking About Love” by Dollar peaked at number 23 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Such A Woman / How Long (Can We Go On)” by Tycoon peaked at number 99 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Well Hello / Memories” by Yellowstone and Voice peaked at number 11 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “You Take My Breath Away / Sooner or Later” by Rex Smith peaked at number 54 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, ✪✪ “Cool For Cats / Model” by U.K. Squeeze peaked at number 5 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Aan de grens van de Duitse heuvelen” by The Sunstreams peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now” by McFadden and Whitehead peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Girls Talk” by Dave Edmunds peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Good Times” by Chic peaked at number 22 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “One Is One” by Nick MacKenzie peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “The Queen Of Santa Maria” by The Millionaires peaked at number 49 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Windsurfing-Time Again” by The Surfers peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1973, “Yesterday Once More” by The Carpenters peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1979, “Ring My Bell” by Anita Ward peaked at number 5 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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